Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 18- The Sacred Chicken: Myths, Magic, and Mystery

When you think of chickens, you might picture eggs, feathers, or a backyard coop.. but across history and cultures, chickens have meant so much more. In this episode of Barn & Soul, we'll take you on a global journey through the mythology, symbolism, and spiritual significance of the world’s most common bird.

From ancient Rome’s “sacred chickens” that guided military strategy, to roosters in Chinese temples and Shinto shrines, to their role in Vodou and African spirituality- this episode reveals a side of chickens most people never see. They were once considered divine messengers, guardians of the spirit world, and even summoners of the sun.

Recorded at Dalby Farm in Scituate, Massachusetts, this is a reflective, story-rich look at what happens when we slow down and really see the animals around us.