Aug 13
415: Aesop's Fables: Bray it Ain't So
🫏One little rent-a-donkey, one big journey🫏 Actually he's a full-grown rental donkey but the journey is a big one because, when you're a poorly treated rental donkey and you have a chance to escape, you take it. Then, spend the rest of the time trying to get back to captivity b ... Show More
52m 46s
Oct 2024
Hades God of The Underworld | Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Greek Mythology Stories
Journey to the shadowed depths of the underworld, where the god Hades prepares a special gift for Persephone’s return. As he strolls with his loyal companion Cerberus, Hades seeks wisdom from Charon and the Fates, discovering the true meaning of love and understanding. Let this t ... Show More
38m 21s
Jun 2024
Tales of the Greek Gods - Jun 27, 2024
In today’s episode we’re joined by Nick and Wonton Don to discuss the pantheon of Greek gods. Join us as we explore the origins, powers, and personalities of the Olympian deities who ruled the ancient world from their celestial abode on Mount Olympus.
We'll delve into the mighty ... Show More
2h 10m
Nov 2024
RE-AIR: Wandering Across the Ancient World, the Mesopotamian & Phoenician Origins of Aphrodite
This episode originally aired in July of 2023. Before she was Aphrodite, she was Kypris, and before she was Kypris, well, she was Astarte and Inanna/Ishtar. This is the story of Aphrodite's origins in ancient Phoenicia and Mesopotamia. You can submit your questions or comments or ... Show More
39m 21s
Oct 2023
SPOOKY SPECIAL: Finally We’re Talking About Zagreus, Are You Happy? The Orphic Thrice Born Dionysus
Revisiting an unofficial Spooky episode... Zagreus, Zagreus, Zagreus. It's gross, it's weird, it's both an afterthought and supremely important. Welcome to the story of thrice born Dionysus, better known as Zagreus. Find all six years of Spooky Season content on this Spotify Play ... Show More
35m 29s
Jul 29
Othering in the Odyssey; Liv & Michaela Chat Polyphemus the Cyclops
Liv is neck-deep in the Odyssey which means today she and Michaela chat Odysseus' travels, particularly Polyphemus and the 'othering' of the Cyclops. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the ... Show More
49m 47s