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The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall

Exploring patterns, archetypes, and stories that reveal who we are — and who we can become.

Bestselling novelist and storyworld creator Jill Marshall hosts The Download, a podcast where fiction, intuition and philosophy meet. Drawing on her books and cross-media storyworlds, Jill explores the archetypes, synchronicities, and hidden currents that shape both our personal lives and our collective stories. Each episode invites you to see creativity not just as art, but as a mirror of truth, a prophetic force, and a pathway to self-development.

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The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall

New Places, Same Faces: The Magic of Returning People and Archetypes

March 19, 2025 • Jill Marshall • Season 1 • Episode 14

Enigmatic Reappearances: Understanding Recurring People in Our Lives

Welcome back to 'The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith' with Jill Marshall. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating phenomenon of recurring people in our lives. Whether they are old friends, mentors, nemeses, or archetypal figures, these individuals seem to reappear to deliver profound life lessons. Jill shares personal stories, including a serendipitous reconnection with a former tenant, cellist and composer Jeremy Turner. We explore the significance of archetypes like the wise mentor, the trickster, and the kindred spirit. Discover through Jill’s examples how these recurring figures serve as catalysts for growth, reflection, and transformation. Stay tuned for insights into recognising and understanding these enigmatic reappearances.

00:00 Introduction to Recurring People in Our Lives

00:44 Why Do People Reappear?

01:03 A Magical Musical Encounter with Jeremy

05:19 Archetypes and Their Significance

08:32 Personal Positive Experiences with Archetypes – wise mentors

11:26 Negative Archetypes and Lessons Learned – challengers and nemeses

13:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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