mixing python with c++

If you use Boost, SiCrane has a great article here. If not, then these links should get you on your way:
Embedding Python in C/C++: Part I,
Embedding Python in C/C++: Part II, Embedding Python. Good luck!

Well google (who's always your friend) turned up these using the terms you gave:
http://www.suttoncourtenay.org.uk/duncan/accu/integratingpython.html
http://www.codeproject.com/cpp/embedpython_1.asp
http://www.codeproject.com/cpp/embedpython_2.asp

http://www.codesampler.com/python.htm <-- Search for "Extending & Embedding"

Last but not least, from a great site (still from google!):
http://www.gamedev.net/reference/list.asp?categoryid=218

There you be, that should get you started

Edit: Darn beat by seconds.