Behind the Podium

The Mysterious Green Man

by Michelle Snyder

Symbols like the Green Man have captured the artistic imagination of artists for generations. Where did this image begin? What does it mean?

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The Elusive Unicorn

by Michelle Snyder

Symbols like unicorns have a story to tell, they are part of the history we now refer to as Once Upon a Time. But who were they really?

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Introduction to symbols: The double eagle

by Michelle Snyder

Knowledge is Power. Symbols are all around us now, and have been for thousands of years. Our understanding of today rests upon the foundation of our knowledge of yesterday, and our vision for the future is built upon today. Decoding ancient symbols provides that knowledge.

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About Our Name

Yes, we know there's a difference between a lectern and a podium. A lectern is the stand upon which a speaker can hold their notes. It often holds the microphone. A podium is the platform. A stage.

Our name, Behind the Podium is meant to convey that there's a lot that happens backstage, before a speaker ever gets in front of an audience. Behind the Podium can give you, the reader, some insight about how a speaker got to the podium, and what they're doing behind the scenes.

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