Symbolism and mythology play a crucial role in shaping national narratives and fostering cultural identity, as evidenced by the discussions in the podcast episodes provided.

In the episode 'EP: 222 Ancient Alchemy with The Land of Chem', the host explores the connections between ancient symbols, glyphs, and mythology, suggesting they may represent or encode information about chemical processes in ancient civilizations.

Similarly, the episode 'After Nationalism (w/ Samuel Goldman)' delves into the role of symbols, myths, and creative expression in shaping national narratives and fostering cultural identity.