Legendary Passages - Greek/Roman Myths

Legendary Passages - Greek/Roman Myths

Author: Legendary Passages Language: English Episodes: 25
Legendary Passages-Greek/Roman Myths offers a direct path into the foundational stories of the ancient world. This podcast moves beyond simple summaries, presenting curated readings that bring the texture and drama of these myths to the fore. Each episode focuses on a specific narrative, whether it's the labors of Hercules, the philosophical mystery of Atlantis, or the complex betrayals of the Trojan War. The approach is both accessible and respectful of the source material, designed for anyone from the curious newcomer to the seasoned enthusiast looking to reconnect with these tales. You'll hear the epic struggles, divine interventions, and human follies that have shaped Western thought for millennia, all presented in a clear, engaging format. The goal is to let the myths speak for themselves, providing context without clutter, allowing listeners to experience the enduring power of these legendary passages. It’s an exploration of how these ancient narratives in mythology continue to resonate within our society, arts, and understanding of history. For further connection, the host can be reached at LegendaryPassages@gmail.com. Tune in for a thoughtful and regular immersion into the world of gods, heroes, and monsters.
Episodes
LP0108 pDoG1-26-4 Marathonian Bull [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0108, Pausanias' Description of Greece, Book [1.26.4], Marathonian Bull. Previously, Theseus found his father's sword and sandals, killed the Marathonian Bull, and volunteered for the Tribute of Minos…
LP0107 plLoT13 Tribute [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0107, Plutarch's Life of Theseus, Section [XIII.], Tribute. Previously, after many labors Theseus arrived at Athens, drove off the witch Medea, and was recognized by his father as the crown prince. In…
LP0106 pDoG2-2-3 Children of Corinth [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0106, Pausanias' Description of Greece, Book [2.2.3], The Children of Corinth. Previously, Medea's children were killed after they brought poisoned gifts for their father's bride Glauce. In this passa…
LP0105 pDoG1-44-6 The Corinthian Isthmus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0105, Pausanias' Description of Greece, Book [1.44.6], The Corinthian Isthmus. Previously, Theseus traveled the road from Troezen to Athens around the Saronic Gulf. In this passage, we explore in the…
LP0104 plLoT6 Labors of Theseus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0104, Plutarch's Life of Theseus, Section [VI.], Labors of Theseus. Previously, Theseus learned that he was the son of Aegeus, king of Athens. In this passage, Theseus makes his way to Athens to be re…
LP0103 plLoT1 The Parallel Lives [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0103, Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus, Life of Theseus [I. - VI.] The Parallel Lives. This passage begins Plutarch's comparison between the Life of Theseus and the Life of Romulus, founder of Rome. There a…
LP0102 LoA3-15-2 Kings of Athens [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0102, Pseudo-Apollodorus, The Library Book 3 [3.15.2], Kings of Athens. This passage recounts the genealogy and history of Theseus, his father Aegeus, his father Pandion the second, his father Cecrops…
LP0101 ovMeta7-322 Medea & Aegeus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0101, Publius Ovidius Naso, Metamorphoses Book 7 [322], Medea & Aegeus. Previously, Medea convinced the daughters of Pelias to slay their father. In this passage, they do just that, and Medea flies fr…
LP0100 dsLoH4-56-3 The Birth of Theseus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Legendary Passages #0100, Diodorus Siculus, Library of History [4.56.3], The Birth of Theseus. The next 25 episodes cover the early adventures of Theseus, son of Aegeus. In this passage, he journeys to Athens to be recog…