# The Power of the Talisman

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Podcast: [Ancient Aliens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ancient-aliens-7200210)
Published: 2026-03-19T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

For thousands of years, people have held the belief that everyday objects can possess hidden energy. Talismans are seen as providing protection, good fortune, and some are even thought to embody a higher power. Could it be that what fuels our faith in talismans is not superstition, but a real connection to something beyond our world? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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