I'm all about ancient history and this podcast covers ancient Greece, Rome and other cultures from antiquity. From mainstay topics through to the more niche and aimed at all levels of knowledge I think you'll find something good to listen to. Why not have a browse? It would be great to have you join me. More content, including episode notes, on my ancient history website www.ancientblogger.com
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A boozy dive into mythology, legends, and folklore. Every week we pour a drink and dive into a new story from around the world. Hear fresh takes on classic myths and learn new stories from around the world, served up over ice by two tipsy history geeks. New episodes every Wednedsay!
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LearnOutLoud.com is pleased to presen the Classical Mythology podcast. With this series we will investigate the characters and events that formed bedrock of belief in the ancient western world. Whether you are interested in a certain Divinity or a particular story, this podcast is a must for all students of myth.
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Oh, Muses! Hear our podcast and allow us to recall some of the greatest stories ever told. Stories of gods and goddesses, monsters, and heroes! Enjoy this kid-friendly retelling of classic ancient Greek myths for the whole family. We have two seasons a year, one starting in April and one starting in October! If you want to listen to Greeking Out early and ad free, you can do that on Wondery+! ---- Parents, Greeking Out book #2 is coming out in Sept 2024! Preorder here: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2
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SKELETON KEYS is a podcast dedicated to unlocking the mysteries of mythology and history in pop culture. Each episode is a skeleton key to unlock a particular artist, film, comic or other popular art through myth and history. Hosts, Torri Yates-Orr is an African American Historian and John Bucher is a Mythologist. Together, they take a look at the people, places, and events happening in culture in order to mine out a deeper meaning, having a ton of fun along the way.
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Parallax -- noun. (ˈpɛrəˌlæks) The apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object. A podcast that is an exploration from the ancient world to the cosmic future. Different points of view than what are normally heard. New visions.
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Find Your Gods is a celebration of the ancient myths and an exploration of their resonance in our modern world. In each episode, we take a look at a story from mythology and explore the underlying themes and ideas. The gods are still among us. You just have to look for them.
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A fresh take on ancient myth. Our podcast is a little different from other myth podcasts out there. Rather than telling the stories, we focus on analyzing the literary material where those stories come from. Sometimes we choose a particular figure or theme from mythology and examine texts relating to it. Other times, we choose a passage from a play or poem and discuss its themes and ideas. We also explore modern links to Greek and Roman mythology, whether we're talking about the solar system ...
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Short summaries and readings of classical mythology (Hercules, Atlantis, Trojan War, etc.) Email: LegendaryPassages@gmail.com
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Hi, Welcome to Soothing Pod Sleep Story for Grown Ups, dedicated to help you rest and sleep better 😴 With various bedtime stories from Romantic, Greek Mythology, Space Voyage, Educational, History, Classic Books and Popular Fairytale, Soothing Pod is a place where you can simply relax to prepare your mind for a good night's sleep. We are so proud to showcase the hard work of Soothing Pod's compassionate and creative team from script writers, composers, narrators, animator, editor and content ...
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Ancient Worlds is the audio series of the Ancient Art Podcast where we choose a single work of art as a launchpad for inspiration. Here we unpack the stories, history, myths, and culture from antiquity through a modern lens and with tongue firmly planted in cheek. The Ancient Art Podcast explores the art and culture of the Ancient Mediterranean World with host Lucas Livingston. Uncover the truths and unravel the mysteries of the civilizations that shaped our modern world. Each episode featur ...
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Timeless stories? Not really ;-) Discover secrets the Grimms or Disney never told you about.
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Are classic games deserving of their praise? Or have the unwashed masses been blinded by nostalgia? On the Retro Spectives Podcast, we tell you why you're wrong about the games you love.
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Readings from the Classic Celtic books - everything for lovers of the Lore and stories of the Ancient Celts. We will cover the Celts, Fairies, Myths, Legends, Folklore and stories from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and other Celtic realms. If like us, you have seen all those wonderful books that were once published about Celtic Mythology, Folklore, or the Fairies and wished that you had the time to read them, then you have found the right podcast to bring them to your fireside.
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Decoding Cultural Leadership is a podcast that explores the intersection between the arts, culture and society and interrogates what it means to be a cultural leader in the 21st century. In each episode, host Samuel Cairnduff talks with some of the most influential organisational leaders, creators, policy-makers and thought leaders, building an understanding of their approach to shifting the dial in a complex, constantly changing world. By talking to influential leaders whose voices resonate ...
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On Tyranny is a show about political philosophy as applied to current events. It is the Podcast version of Ancient Greece Revisited, an online series of mini-documentaries that tries to rediscover the authentic culture of ancient Greeks. On Tyranny was born out of the need to apply some of the ideas discovered to the mass confusion of current events: from the restriction of our liberties in the wake of Covid to the rising globalism pushed by tech companies and mainstream media. Our goal is t ...
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The Collider Weekly podcast for all things animation, including news, reviews, and interviews.
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Let’s Learn About… is a fun, educational, general knowledge podcast that teaches you things you probably didn't need to know, but we're going to teach them to you anyway! Each episode, we’ll learn about a new topic and then share some resources if you want to learn more. Some of our favourite topics are history, mythology, film & TV, and space. We also have a monthly series all about D&D.
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That's Ancient History: the podcast for all things classical, old & new. Exploring antiquity from its history to its place in today's world. Host and producer Dr Jean Menzies.
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Life is hard when you don’t know who you are. It’s harder when you don’t know what to watch. Luckily we have Lost Girl, a supernatural maze of bisexuality, friendship, mystery, and creative takes on classic mythology. Join us every other Friday as we make our way through the five seasons of Lost Girl. Cohosts Amanda McLoughlin, Julia Schifini, and Eric Schneider will walk you through the plot, notable outfits, mythological origin stories, and queer goodness that each and every episode has in ...
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Fantasy Literature has emerged as one of the most important genres over the past few decades and now enjoys extraordinary levels of popularity. The impact of Tolkien’s Middle-earth works and the serialisation of George Martin’s ‘Game of Thrones’ books has moved these and their contemporaries into mainstream culture. As the popularity grows so does interest in the roots of fantasy, the main writers and themes, and how to approach these texts. Oxford is a natural home to fantasy literature wit ...
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Introducing Devgatha by gaathastory. From the creators of Baalgatha and Fairytales of India Podcasts, listen to classic mythological tales. We call them Mythology in a new avatar.From exploits of Lord Krishna as a child; to tales of Lord Ganesh. And from stories of Navaratri to the Kathas from the Puranas. Listen to the stories of Devs, Daanavs, Daityas, Maanavs, Yakshas, Kinnars and Rakshasas, only on Devgatha Podcast. Listen to classic mythological tales in English and Hindi. Subscribe to ...
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This podcast provides book reviews and insights on various theories in language and literature. It also provides teasers for various novels and short story collections.
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Are you a gaming enthusiast? Do you love revisiting the classics and learning about the history of your favorite games? Our podcast is perfect for you! Join us on a journey through the annals of gaming history as we take deep dives into classic and industry-changing games. From the early days of gaming with Pong and Space Invaders to modern-day masterpieces like The Last of Us and Breath of the Wild, we'll explore the stories, mechanics, and cultural impact of each game in detail.
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Is there something underneath your bed? Is there a ghostly spectre in your closet? Is there a witch in the woods? Hi, I'm Tori from Demimonde Paranormal. In this podcast we will delve deep into the unknown. We will discuss ghosts, vampires, witches, werewolves, cryptology, and much much more! So join us, won't you, as we hunt for the things that go bump in the night.
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Jamie puts questions to a variety of researchers from top UK universities. Each episode will feature a different academic and a discussion about their specialist work. If you want to take a deep dive into history, politics, arts, culture, religion, theology, philosophy, sociology, anthropology and lots more - this is the podcast for you. If you are interested in learning more about the topics discussed, keep listening until the end of the episode when our researcher recommends books or mater ...
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Episode 26: Professor Peter Tregear - Thought leader, writer and academic on confronting change, mythology and meaning in classical music
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My guest today is Professor Peter Tregear. A renowned scholar, performer, and cultural leader in the Australian arts landscape, Peter has had an incredibly varied and distinguished career. After completing his doctoral studies at the University of Cambridge, he went on to hold prestigious appointments as a Fellow at Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, …
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397: Zombies and Shakespeare (with Melody Bates)
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Was Shakespeare writing about zombies? What if Romeo & Juliet were transformed at the end of the play rather than just dying? We’re joined by playwright and creator Melody Bates to talk about her love and frustration with Shakespeare, her acting origins, and translating fashion and folklore into performance. Content Warning: This episode contains c…
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Episode 27: Julia Fredersdorff: Founder of Van Diemen's Band on building a world-leading baroque ensemble from the heart of Tasmania
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In this episode, Sam speaks with Julia Fredersdorff, founder and artistic director of Van Diemen's Band, about: - Julia's journey from studying baroque violin in Europe to founding Van Diemen's Band in Tasmania - The challenges and rewards of starting a period instrument ensemble in Tasmania - Van Diemen's Band's mission to introduce audiences to l…
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Dionysus God of Wine | Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Greek Mythology Sleep Stories
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Embark on a serene journey through Ancient Greek mythology and let the story of Dionysus, the god of wine and pleasure, lull you into a state of relaxation, gently guiding you to fall asleep. 🔥 Download and install our FREE app http://bit.ly/SoothingPod Support the Show.By SoothingPod
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We’re vibing with nature, which means we’re talking about the tree spirits of Greek mythology: Dryads! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of incest, suicide, genitals, sexual assault, blood, slut-shaming, death, animal attacks, animal death, and child endangerment. Housekeeping - Recommendation: This week, Julia …
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The Legend of Zelda is perhaps the most iconic video game series of all time. Boasting 19 mainline entries, and an endless swathe of critical acclaim and awards, it's hard to find someone who hasn’t at least heard of the action/adventure story of Link and Zelda. It all began back in 1986 with the release of the first game for the Famicom in Japan. …
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We’re talking this week about Isis, the Egyptian Head Queen in Charge! She’s out there doing magic, bringing people back from the dead, controlling scorpions, all sorts of things. If you’re not impressed, you’re not listening. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of colonialism, death, grieving, xenophobia, religio…
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Episode 25: Professor Jo Caust: acclaimed academic talks art, politics and contemporary discourse
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In this insightful conversation, Professor Jo Caust shares her remarkable journey from dedicated arts practitioner to renowned academic and author. Caust discusses her early experiences grappling with gender inequality in the arts industry, which motivated her to delve deeper into issues of leadership and power dynamics. Key Takeaways: Caust's traj…
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Oh Muses! We are once again dipping a toe in history and talking about ancient sport heroes! In this episode we encounter ground breaking athletes, pioneering villains, statue lore, the rage of fandom, and a sporting event which shall not be named. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! Check out Greeking Out book 2…
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394: Your Urban Legends XCIII - The Shuddering of Creekside Mushrooms, Revisited
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After a month of mushroom folklore, horror, and general gushing, we are revisiting with fresh eyes the scariest story we’ve ever told on the podcast: The Shuddering of Creekside Mushrooms. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of racism, viruses, death, body horror, homophobia, and guns. Housekeeping - Recommendatio…
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Episode 24: Brian Ritchie: Violent Femmes bassist and Mona Foma artistic director on playing a pivotal role in creating a cultural powerhouse in Tasmania
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Guest: Brian Ritchie, bassist of the Violent Femmes and Artistic Director of Mona FOMA Summary: Brian Ritchie first came to Tasmania in 1989 when the Violent Femmes played a sold-out show at the Hobart City Hall, sparking his long-standing connection to the state. He and his wife Varuni later moved to Tasmania in 2005, initially drawn by Varuni's r…
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Ancient Sicily (pt4). The Sicilian Expedition.
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Continuing my miniseries on ancient Sicily I pick up on the two separate incidents where Athens got directly involved in Sicilian affairs towards the end of the 5th century BC. Was it a good idea and what went wrong? Also, an attempt to describe Syracuse using just your hand. Oh, and a highly consequential eclipse. If you can rate or review the epi…
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Killer7 is one weird game. Developed in tandem by Grasshopper Manufacture and Capcom and first released in 2005, its very existence as a game defies description. Within moments of starting, you’re placed into a world with talking bondage ghosts, a TV channel that drains your blood, and abstract puzzles that would fit right into Resident Evil. Combi…
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Oh Muses! We are looking back at what ancient people have left us. In this episode we encounter bad customer reviews, the names of ancient dogs, vibes-based history, daily life in the ancient world, and some fun stories that aren’t true. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay…
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After a month of mushroom folklore, horror, and general gushing, we are revisiting with fresh eyes the scariest story we’ve ever told on the podcast: The Shuddering of Creekside Mushrooms. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of racism, viruses, death, body horror, homophobia, and guns. Housekeeping - Recommendatio…
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Episode 23: Dr Megan Burslem: broadcaster, violist, educator and communicator leading the charge in fresh conversation about music in the contemporary landscapb
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This week, Sam sits down with Dr. Megan Burslem, presenter at ABC Classic. Megan has had an incredible journey in music, from her studies as a classical violist to her current role as a leading voice in Australian classical radio. Megan speaks candidly about her path into broadcasting, the imposter syndrome she felt coming from a regional backgroun…
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A train Journey through Ancient time | Bedtime Sleep Story for Grown Ups | Edutainment
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Join us on a tranquil and mesmerizing journey through time. Aboard a magical train you will witness the wonders of human achievement. Let the smooth rhythm of the train lull you into a peaceful state of relaxation and sleep. 🔥 Download and install our FREE app http://bit.ly/SoothingPod Support the Show.…
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Oh Muses! Visiting some old friends and meeting some new faces in the sea monster and river beastie game! In this episode we encounter turning children into stones, mysterious black stallions, deep fake cryptids, a man in search of a wife, and the terror of the deep. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's tha…
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392: Mushrooms and Modern Horror (with Jenna Stoeber)
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Mushrooms and horror go together like peanut butter and jelly, and we’ve brought on our local horror expert, Jenna Stoeber to talk us through the history of mushrooms, horror, video games, and more! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of body horror, xenophobia, racism, death, psychological horror, drug use, sex, …
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Episode 22: Kimbali Harding: Australian Youth Orchestra CEO on the the power of youth orchestras: shaping lives through musical participation.
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As the CEO of the iconic Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO), Kimbali Harding has a unique vantage point on shaping the future of classical music in Australia. In this insightful conversation, Harding shares her own remarkable journey - from a dedicated piano prodigy to a passionate music educator - and the transformative role of mentors like the lege…
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Every wonder what a tyrant was, how a tyrant became a tyrant and if there were any benefits in having a tyrant run your city? In this episode I answer these questions as I examine some tyrants from the Archaic period to the mid-5th century BC. A main source for this episode which I mention is James F McGlew: 'Tyranny and Political Culture in Ancien…
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S10E7 - Ethiopian and Out with the Snake King
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Oh Muses! Snake kings and werecreatures await in the Ancient civilization of Aksum - modern day Ethiopia and Eritrea. In this episode we encounter common poisonous flowers, distractable birds, trade routes, early hominid skeletons, and an ancient empire. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want a…
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Surprise! We’re spending an entire month talking about mushrooms in mythology, horror and beyond! We start with a roundup of our favorite mushroom tales and creatures from mythology and folklore, from fairy circles, edible monsters, and mushroom superpowers. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of colonialism, dise…
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Episode 20: Joanne Kee: National Theatre of Paramatta's Executive and Creative Producer on creating theatre and leadership in the rich cultural landscape of Sydney's Western suburbs
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This week's guest on Decoding Cultural Leadership is Joanne Kee, Executive and Creative Producer of the National Theatre of Parramatta, Joanne shares her fascinating journey into arts management, from her family's early love of performance to gaining invaluable experience at major institutions like the Sydney Opera House and a period in London. We …
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System Shock 2 is considered by many to be the finest immersive sim ever made. Released in 1999 in a coventure by Looking Glass Studios and Irrational Games, it sought to combine the classic 3D dungeon crawling of the original with pen and paper inspired RPG systems. While resource management and exploration were still a key part of the experience,…
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Episode 21: Kim Goodwin: How do we inoculate against Zombie leadership in our sector? Tropes and traps of the leadership obsession.
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This week's guest is Dr. Kim Goodwin, An academic at the University of Melbourne, her research focuses on career development, employability, and human resources in the arts. Kim shares her journey from early leadership challenges in the corporate world to shifting her focus to professional development in the arts sector, which led to her PhD resear…
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Oh Muses! The royal family of Mycenae works on their coping skills in this episode. We encounter intergenerational trauma, three-to-four murders, two attempted murders, and heists! You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2…
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390: Your Urban Legends XCII - A Ghost’s Costume Change
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We scared each other quite a bit with this one. A ghost that says its name like a Pokemon, a very fitness-focused ghost, and the worst bug story we’ve ever heard in our entire lives. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of death, human remains, religious persecution, colonialism, natural disasters, and fire. Strong…
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S.6 E.3 Hera the Mother of Monsters with Jennifer Saint
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Episode 19 Julian Louis: NORPA's artistic director on leadership and reframing purpose in crisis
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Julian Louis, CEO and Artistic Director of NORPA (Northern Rivers Performing Arts), shares his journey of leading a regional theatre company through major challenges, including floods and the COVID-19 pandemic. Key points from the conversation include: NORPA's unique approach to creating place-based, site-specific theatre that is deeply connected t…
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Oh Muses! We revisit the aftermath of the Trojan War, In this episode we encounter siblings, human sacrifice, an excessive amount of revenge murder, an Achilles cameo, and two-part episodes. You can listen to Greeking Out two weeks early and ad free on Wondery+! What's that? You want another book? Okay!: https://bit.ly/grkoutbk2…
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More mummies, more problems - or in this case, we’re talking about the FIRST mummy and god of the afterlife: Osiris! Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of pregnancy, birth, death, dismemberment, sex, murder, animal attacks, drowning, bodily fluids, and colonization. Housekeeping - Recommendation: This week, Amand…
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Episode 18: Greta Bradman: Psychologist, researcher, writer, broadcaster, and performing artist on the true meaning of finding values
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My guest today is Greta Bradman. Greta has made significant contributions across multiple fields. A registered psychologist, researcher, writer, broadcaster, and performing artist, Greta's diverse background is truly impressive. As an exclusive artist for Universal Music (Decca Classics), Greta released four No.1 solo albums, showcasing her incredi…
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Oh Muses! We travel to the Roman Empire to discuss real life gladiators. In this episode we encounter old-school graffiti, historical facts, enslaved people, volcanic eruptions, self unaliving, unalivng other people willy nilly, talk of animal cruelty, Geneva conventions, and cosplaying emperors. This one’s a bit gnarly, folks, so listen with cauti…
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388: Making Queer Fairy Tales (with Melanie Gillman)
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We’re joined by cartoonist and author of Other Ever Afters, Mel Gillman to chat about growing as an artist, how allegories of fairy tales grow over time, and breaking the structures to write good horror. Also, the premiere of our new favorite segment: Foraging Corner. Content Warning: This episode contains conversations about or mentions of queerph…
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Ancient Sicily (pt3). Democracy & Ducetius.
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Continuing the ancient Sicily miniseries I pick up with what happened to the tryant Thrasybulus in Syracuse in the 460s BC. There's a lot of civil unrest and democracy finally makes an appearance. Elsewhere on the island one of Sicily's most intriguing sons, a man called Ducetius, makes a play for power. If you're listening where you can leave a re…
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