Today we're sharing part 2 of our retelling of the classic Greek myth of Perseus and Medusa. Part 1 was shared last Friday August 27th. If you haven't heard part 1 go back and check it out so you'll be ready for this exciting conclusion to the story.
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Dec 2023
S9E8 - Bellerophon and Pegasus pt 2 - It All Goes Wrong
Oh Muses! A classic hero with a classic end. Today we finalize the tale of Bellerophon and Pegasus. We encounter weapons of war, hubris, tactical retreats, and the death of a hero. --- You can listen to Greeking Out early and ad free on Wondery+! Parents! We have another book! It ... Show More
18m 44s
Apr 2020
The Head of Medusa, Part 2
We all know snake-haired Medusa, the gorgon of Greek myth whose very gaze turns mortals and titans alike to stone. But where does this iconic monster come from and why has she lingered so very long in our art, minds and culture? In this Stuff to Blow Your Mind two-parter, Robert ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 2023
S8E10 - Ancient Greece's Most Wanted Part Deux
Oh Muses! Protect us as we invoke the names of the rascals of Greek Mythology who live in Tartarus. Ixion. Salmoneus. Danaides. In this episode, we encounter someone being pushed into a fire, flirting with clouds, DIY weather, wedding night murder, violations of hospitality, and ... Show More
27m 19s
Aug 2017
80B-Perseus: I'm Set Free
**Have you subscribed to Fictional yet? You'll love it! https://fictional.fm/subscribe** Wrapping up the story of Perseus, we'll see that fated confrontation with the eternally cosmetologically-challenged monster, Medusa, as well as fall in love. Turns out it's really easy to mee ... Show More
34m 41s
Dec 2023
S9E10 - Selene and Endymion
Oh Muses! Help us tell the tale of a mortal who fell in love with a moon goddess. We encounter having fifty daughters, the ramifications of immortality, getting your affairs in order, Zeus’ jealousy, and eternal sleep. --- You can listen to Greeking Out early and ad free on Wonde ... Show More
17m 46s
May 2021
S4E4 - Andromeda and Perseus
Oh Muses! In this episode we tell the tale of a hero who rescues a princess and a princess who doesn't really need rescuing. We come across boastful mothers, scary sea monsters, a terrible flood, a monster with a sad backstory, and, of course, snakes. —- National Geographic Kids ... Show More
26m 14s