Best Muses Of Mythology Podcasts (2025)

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Story 103: The Serpent’s Shadow, or We Swear We Liked This Book 1:24:47

8d ago1:24:47

1:24:47

“Riordan, will you just commit harder?!” And we close out the Kane Chronicles with Darien and DJ complaining about a book they claimed to have enjoyed. Other topics include a real underwhelming “cost” for beating the big bad, DJ having two nickels, still waiting for a pay off for Ruby Kane’s “other gods” drop, wanting to see Riordan commit harder t…

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Muse, Sing the Songs of Persephone's Women... Dead Women of the Odyssey 43:43

16d ago43:43

43:43

Examining the women of the Underworld in Homer's Odyssey (and contextualizing last Friday's episode a little further...) This coming Friday: part two of the EPIC takeover that fully delves into its musical depths. 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 Oracle…

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OSPod Episode 119: Castlevania Nocturne, The United Kingdom, and Sleepy OSCrew Vibes! 1:06:33

4h ago1:06:33

1:06:33

Everyone is tired but the OSPod must go on! On this week's episode we try and predict reactions to Castlevania Nocturne and the history of the UK, and also keep ourselves awake amidst some travel-filled days. Editor's note - No Indigo outro this episode because I edited this episode on the Amtrak Northeast Regional and didn't want to break the deli…

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Hermes Historia: AUT-- Wait, What Did He Say?! Modern Reception of Julius Caesar 40:54

8h ago40:54

40:54

In today's Hermes Historia special episode Michaela Pangowish breaks down the phrase 'AUT CAESAR AUT NIHIL' and the way we understand Julius Caesar today. Caesars, dictators, billionaire oligarchies are bad, actually. For more Hermes Historia episodes (typically co-hosted by Liv!) sign up for LTAMB's ad-free Oracle Edition on Patreon. Submit your q…

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Conversations: How the Historical Sausage Gets Made, Roman Colonization of North Africa w/ Matthew McCarty 1:34:09

5d ago1:34:09

1:34:09

Liv and Michaela speak with Roman archaeologist Matthew McCarty about Rome's colonization of North Africa and how that act of settler colonialism had ripple effects in the later French colonization. Find more from Matthew here. 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…

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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 5: Echidna and Monstrous Mothers 30:38

6d ago30:38

30:38

Since this episode is dropping just before Mother’s Day in the US, it seemed like the perfect time to talk about Echidna, the Mother of All Monsters. Or… at least an awful lot of the Greek ones. We'll also look at some other monstrous mothers in Mesopotamian, Norse, and Germanic mythology! Visit the World of Mythik website to learn more and to cont…

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LIVE in London! Let's Talk About Medusa, Baby! w/ Cosi Carnegie 1:18:14

9d ago1:18:14

1:18:14

For the first time ever, Liv hosted a LIVE ticketed event at The Common Press bookstore in London, UK, alongside Cosi Carnegie (of Cosi's Odyssey). They discuss Medusa, in all her forms, live in conversation. If you're interested in seeing Liv speak live, let us know! Watch the video version here! Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or …

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Conversations: Old Tales, New Media, The EPIC (!!) Takeover w/ Christie Vogler, Joe Goodkin, and Joel Christensen (Part 2) 1:37:04

13d ago1:37:04

1:37:04

Finally, the second half of Christie Vogler's EPIC takeover episode. Christie speaks with Homerist Joel Christensen and modern Homeric bard Joe Goodkin about the intricacies of EPIC, modern musicals as reception, and all their favourite moments from EPIC The Musical! If you're keen for more EPIC talk listen to the Movies We Dig episode Christie men…

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Mythos Anthology - Loki God of Mischief and Chaos 49:00

14d ago49:00

49:00

Join Captain Victor T. Mayfair as he sits down with Loki, the infamous trickster of Norse mythology, for a conversation filled with wit, chaos, and sharp truths. From his role as Odin’s blood brother to the mischief that led to the gods’ greatest treasures—and their greatest downfall—Loki pulls back the curtain on his myths, his punishments, and hi…

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OSPod Episode 118: Sea Monsters, Candide, and a Blue Crew Takeover! 1:00:02

14d ago1:00:02

1:00:02

Red's on the road so Blue and Indigo are taking over! They accuse Red of deep-sea photography, explore the comedic genius of Candide, and drop the real Philly cheesesteak recommendation. It's a jam-packed Blue Crew boys night episode of the Overly Sarcastic Podcast! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murd…

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Odysseus, Man or Monster? The EPIC (!!) Takeover w/ Christie Vogler 54:43

19d ago54:43

54:43

Past guest and host of Movies We Dig, Christie Vogler takes over the podcast to guide Liv through EPIC The Musical... Today Liv and Christie listen to No Longer You from EPIC and set the stage for next week's full takeover episode where Christie and guests will go over the musical in detail. Find more from Christie on the Movies We Dig podcast, par…

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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 4: The Sphinx and Other Ferocious Felines 25:12

20d ago25:12

25:12

This episode features that enigma wrapped in a mystery, the Sphinx. We'll discuss her famous riddle and examine how the Greek Sphinx is different from the one you see in Egyptian statues. We'll also look at some of her feline relations across not just Greece but also Persia, Assyria, medieval Europe, and China. Visit the World of Mythik website to …

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OSBonus: Oops All Aurora! 1:02:48

21d ago1:02:48

1:02:48

On this very special bonus episode of the OSPod, we're celebrating the physical version of Aurora by dedicating an entire episode to exploring the lore with the author, our very own Red! We answer your questions about everything from her magic system development to fantasy naming conventions and token forever DMs of the Aurora crew! Our podcast, li…

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Movies We Dig: KAOS (live at CAMWS w/ Amy Pistone) 1:25:51

22d ago1:25:51

1:25:51

Introducing Movies We Dig, the podcast about film, antiquity and everything in between, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network! This episode was recorded live at the annual meeting of the Classical Association of the Midwest and South to talk about the 2024 Netflix show, KAOS. Filling in for Colin as co-host is fan favorite (and regular gues…

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Story 102: The Throne of Fire, or Sadie Seriously Overshares 1:37:20

22d ago1:37:20

1:37:20

“Your toys look funner than mine!” It’s book two of the Kane Chronicles! Was DJ right about Apophis taking over the Oracle of Delphi? No, of course not. Other topics include both host being bested by the book description, the framing device breaking down again, dreaming of the day when Riordan will finally tear down the walls, Sadie seriously over …

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Conversations: Sing, Muse, of a Woman... Mythica, Penelope's Bones, w/ Emily Hauser 2:13:21

26d ago2:13:21

2:13:21

Once again Liv is joined by the wonderful Emily Hauser, this time for the episode that started it all, a conversation about Mythica (Penelope's Bones in the US and Canada), a look at the women of Homer and through them, women of the Bronze Age. Find Mythica or Penelope's Bones wherever you get books (ideally, not Amazon). Submit your question for t…

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Mythos Anthology - Scientarch - Retro Future and Atomic Punk 1:02:58

27d ago1:02:58

1:02:58

Join Captain Victor T. Mayfair as he talks with the Scientarch of Mars in the second installment of their ongoing exploration of myth, science fiction, and the stories that define humanity. In this discussion, the Scientarch delves into the rise and fall of retrofuturism and atomic punk, the evolution of science fiction from boundless optimism to d…

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OSPod Episode 117: Liutprand, the Muses, and a Literal Spicy Take! 59:58

28d ago59:58

59:58

Historical feuds, inspiration from all sources, and some choice words about spicy food, what a podcast! Plus! We create yet another fictional podcast, give our sick-day strats, and try and make Blue's cold go far far away! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murders your English required reading list loves…

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Sweetbitter: Women in the Bible 1 Thessalonians 5:21 43:00

29d ago43:00

43:00

(Re)introducing season 3 of Sweetbitter: Women & LGBTQIA+ History, part of the Memory Collective Podcast Network! This season Leesa, Ellie, and Alyse dive into the not at all controversial world of women and queer history of... the Bible, and Christianity. Submit your question for the next LTAMB Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes a…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 3) 1:02:22

1M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby This is not a standard narrative story episode, it's a reading of an ancient source, audiobook style. For regular episodes loo…

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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 3: Nine-Tails and Other Foxes 27:54

1M ago27:54

27:54

This episode explores one of the cleverest monsters on our list: the Nine-Tailed Fox of East Asian mythology! But how do you tell a kitsune from a huli jing from a gumiho? We'll try to sort it all out! The fox's reputation as a trickster is world-wide, though, so we'll also look at foxes in Aesop's Fables, medieval stories from France, and the folk…

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From Kenya to Reiki Master: Kiran’s Magical Journey 39:47

1M ago39:47

39:47

Send us a text In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Moonbeam Musings, Phillipa sits down with Kiran Kaur – a Reiki Master, energy healer, and spiritual guide to explore the intersection of East African folklore, Sikh spirituality, and Japanese energy healing. Born and raised in Kenya in a Sikh household, Kiran shares her journey of growing…

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Story 101: The Red Pyramid, or The Egyptian One! 1:25:22

1M ago1:25:22

1:25:22

“All major snakes in mythology are just the same fucking snake.” Time to enter the land of the pharaohs! Join Darien (she/they) and DJ (he/him) as they start their journey through Rick Riordan’s The Kane Chronicles. Other topics include a sort of muddy lore, DJ trying to uncover the mystery of why the Kane Chronicles audiobooks aren’t readily avail…

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Ancient History Fangirl's Boudicca 1: the Seeds of Rebellion 1:10:33

1M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Liv's off to the UK and realized she's never covered Boudicca! Presenting episode 1 of Ancient History Fangirl's 2021 series on Britain's warrior queen. The story of Boudicca’s revolt is as epic as you can get. It’s got murder and pillage, Romans behaving badly, cities on fire, and a layer of destruction that was scorched into the earth. But it's a…

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Conversations: When Science Meets Storytelling, Storylife w/ Joel Christensen 1:22:36

1M ago1:22:36

1:22:36

Liv is joined by our favourite Homerist to talk narrative, virality, and how epics can help us understand the mess we're in. Find more about Storylife here. 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 Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Gre…

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Mythos Anthology Ariel – I Speak for the Sprites 46:50

1M ago46:50

46:50

Join Captain Victor T. Mayfair on a captivating journey into the enchanting world of sprites as he interviews Ariel, the airy spirit from Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Discover the mischievous magic and deep wisdom of these ethereal beings as Ariel shares the secrets of sprite origins, their playful rituals, and their roles in mythologies around the g…

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OSPod Episode 116: The Other Side of Greece, Silent Protagonists, and Shiny New Codenames! 56:52

1M ago56:52

56:52

The OSPod is incapable of remaining silent, so we'll be speaking on Silent Protagonists for now! And the Other Side of Greece. And Blue Eyes White Dragon, for some reason. Seems like it's business as usual on the Overly Sarcastic podcast! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murders your English required re…

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RE-AIR: Lightening the Mood With a Pegasus Special 52:10

1M ago52:10

52:10

Today's episode is a re-airing of a couple of Liv's favourite Pegasus-related episodes, because it's time for something light and silly. 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 Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve ass…

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Conversations: It Turns Out Women Are People, Women's Collective Memory w/ Emily Hauser 1:43:58

2M ago1:43:58

1:43:58

Liv speaks with Emily Hauser about... Women. Ancient and mythological women, the ways they shared stories, and collective memory. Learn more about the Memory Collective. 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 Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far…

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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 2: Fenrir and Other Wolves 27:04

2M ago27:04

27:04

In this episode, we talk about monstrous and mythical forms a much-maligned animal: the wolf. We’ll begin with the biggest and most dangerous of them all: the Great Wolf Fenrir from Norse mythology, prophesied to destroy the world by swallowing the sun. We also look at fairy tale wolves, the raijū of Japanese folklore, and the crucial role that wol…

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Bunker 9 (UNLOCKED): Return to The Camp Half-Blood Region 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

We're off for a while, so we're unlocking some favorites from the Patreon! Here's something from January 2023: Darien's Take Two Check out Standby Line's fabulous episode that inspired this accidental series: https://open.spotify.com/episode/56XCIkpuSMkDXX4jrMNo3n?si=sVv_tqWYR0qFuOggNusRYw About Us Muses of Mythology was created and co-hosted by Da…

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SPECIAL! Selections from Jenny Williamson's Enemy of My Dreams Audiobook 40:05

2M ago40:05

40:05

In today's special episode we're sharing selections from Enemy of My Dreams by Ancient History Fangirl's Jenny Williamson, narrated by Lisa Flanagan, published by Canary Street Press. Shared with permission of the Author and publisher. Learn more here. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so …

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Conversations: Powerful or Powerless, Caring or Careless? The Goddess Thetis w/ Maciej Paprocki 1:56:23

2M ago1:56:23

1:56:23

Liv speaks with returning guest Dr Maciej Paprocki about the goddess Thetis, a goddess with seemingly immense but mysterious power, and a woman who has enough agency in her life that she becomes tragically unique. Learn more about the Staying Power of Thetis. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and …

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OSPod Episode 115: Caterina Sforza, Arcane Again, and the Power of Cool Glowy Eyes! 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Pushing through our group crush on Caterina Sforza and right into the details diatribed of Arcane, it's the Overly Sarcastic Podcast! Plus, fashion tips from character design, the ideal white noise TV shows, and the secrets of our possible defeat laid bare. It's a can't-miss installment! Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violen…

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The Forgotten Goddess of Memory, Mnemosyne & All She Gave Us 35:44

2M ago35:44

35:44

Introducing Mnemosyne // the Memory Collective, Liv looks at the goddess of memory, and memory itself. Learn more about the Memory Collective here. Submit your question for the next Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby CW/TW: far too many Greek my…

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Mythos Anthology - Calliope the Muse 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Join Captain Victor T. Mayfair as he welcomes Calliope, the Muse of epic poetry and eloquence, in a conversation that transcends time. Explore the rich history of the Muses, their role in inspiring creativity, and how Calliope's influence has shaped some of the greatest works of literature. Together, they delve into the essence of storytelling, the…

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Conversations: Women's Patience/Patients & Hippocratic Medicine w/ Dr Christie Vogler (Part 2) 1:55:41

2M ago1:55:41

1:55:41

TW! Horrors of Women's/Female Health. Liv speaks with Dr Christie Vogler about the long and storied and utterly infuriating ancient history of women's medicine in the West. Check out Christie's podcast, Movies We Dig, now part of the Memory Collective podcast network! Submit your question for the next Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free …

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Misunderstood Monsters Episode 1: Polyphemus and Other Giants 23:14

2M ago23:14

23:14

Welcome to Season 3 of Myths & Muses! This season, we're focusing on monsters -- and, for better or worse, we've had some help in targeting which monsters to focus on from... Medusa. Because she's invited a bunch of them to our camps for our "Misunderstood Monsters" theme. You can see her first letter to us and the "tour poster" for the monsters on…

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Bunker 9 (UNLOCKED): The Camp Half-Blood Region 39:26

2M ago39:26

39:26

We're off for a while, so we're unlocking some favorites from the Patreon! Here's something from January 2023: Darien and DJ create Pokemon regions inspired by Camp Half-Blood and Camp Jupiter. Only one of the siblings actually plays Pokemon. Can you guess which one? Shout out to Standby Line Podcast for inspiring this episode! Listen here: https:/…

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The Myth of Aspasia, Woman, Politician, Philosopher, Wh*re 39:44

2M ago39:44

39:44

Aspasia was an intelligent, independent and influential woman at the heart of Classical Athenian politics. She was also a sex worker. This is the instagram reel this episode is 'responding' to. 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 Oracle Edition at patreon.…

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Conversations: Othering Women in the Origins of Western Medicine w/ Dr Christie Vogler (Part 1) 1:34:47

2M ago1:34:47

1:34:47

Liv speaks with Dr Christie Vogler about the long and storied and utterly infuriating ancient history of women's medicine in the West. The video clips referenced: Competing Medical Practices in Domina: Livia & Augustus's story in 'Domina' - Part 21; Medical Pluralism on HBO’s Rome: Rome Pullo has surgery HD; and if you want to see the transition to…

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OSPod Episode 114: Battling Batman, Big Dumb Objects, and Spicy Pizza Takes! 54:24

2M ago54:24

54:24

Battling their way through illness and the coffee options of NYC, the OSPod crew is back and ready to bring you all that good good podcast goodness! We talk the fighting styles of Batinson, big dumb objects, and the finer points of historical pizza development. Our podcast, like our videos, sometimes touches on the violence, assaults, and murders y…

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The Subtle Art of Women's Work, Arachne the Weaver 56:55

2M ago56:55

56:55

Arachne wasn't just a talented weaver and artist, she was a woman who dared to become more than her feminine station allowed. Breaking down the 'womanly arts', weaving as a form of independence and the threat that posed to the patriarchal order. Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much mo…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 2) 1:03:05

3M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

Liv reads Statius' Thebaid, book 2, translated by JH Mozley. The ghost of Laius travels from the Underworld; Polynices and Tydeus return to Thebes and threaten the king Eteocles. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/mythsbaby This is…

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Mythos Anthology - Scientarch Interview I 43:46

3M ago43:46

43:46

Join Captain Victor T. Mayfair as he welcomes the Scientarch of Mars, the brilliant yet reflective architect behind the infamous 1938 Martian invasion of Earth as dramatized in War of the Worlds. Once a chief strategist and cultural analyst for the Martian empire, the Scientarch now serves as a thoughtful observer of humanity, blending alien wisdom…

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Season 3 Trailer 2:14

3M ago2:14

2:14

Season 3: Misunderstood Monsters starts on March 13th! Medusa has thrown down a challenge: The Gauntlet of the Gorgon. She's invited twelve different monsters to visit Mythik Camps this summer! The Muses are super-excited about the potential for mayhem and the great stories that will come out of it. Since Medusa's given us a hint about which monste…

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Bunker 9 (UNLOCKED): Let's Talk About Hades 2 Early Access 44:38

3M ago44:38

44:38

We're off for a while, so we're unlocking some favorites from the Patreon! Here's something from May 2024: DJ is playing the Hades 2 early access. Darien has watched DJ play the Hades 2 early access. So let's talk about it! Spoilers for the first five-ish hours of Hades 2 About Us Muses of Mythology was created and co-hosted by Darien and DJ Smartt…

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Why Did Clytemnestra Kill Cassandra, Another Q&A (Part 2) 43:23

3M ago43:23

43:23

The seminar referenced is In the Ruins of History: A CAWS/#EOTalks Roundtable in Solidarity with Palestine. Find out more about Liv's event/live podcast recording in London, April 15th, alongside Cosi Carnegie of Cosi's Odyssey. Submit to the next Q&A episode at mythsbaby.com/questions. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to t…

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Conversation: Singing the Songs of Sumer, the Mesopotamian Mythology of Ancient Iraq w/ Alex W 1:36:35

3M ago1:36:35

1:36:35

Liv is joined by Alex W to discuss Sumerian mythology and some broader history of Mesopotamia/Ancient Iraq. Learn more from Alex vis his podcast, the Drumbeat Forever After, here. As mentioned in the episode, Aseel Jad El-Haq is 28, the youngest of seven sisters. She grew up in Khan Younis, the daughter of a successful clothing company owner, going…

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OSPod Episode 113: Transformers One, Philosopher Breakups, and Special Guest OSP Cyan! 1:04:00

3M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

We once again pulled three aces from the deck for a subtle Valentine's Special featuring the musical stylings of OSP Cyan! We cover the juicy gossip of two diametrically opposed friends, and then we do it a second time but the friends are robots now. Love is in the air on this episode of the Overly Sarcastic Podcast! Our podcast, like our videos, s…

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