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Exploring the history and mythology of the ancient world. Archaeologists and scholars join to discuss ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other civilizations of the distant past.
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The most entertaining and enraging stories from mythology told casually, contemporarily, and (let's be honest) sarcastically. Greek and Roman gods did some pretty weird (and awful) things. Liv focuses on Greek and Roman mythology's (mis)treatment of women, the wild things the gods did, and the all around incredible minds of the ancient world. Gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everything in between. Regular episodes every Tuesday, conversations with authors and scholars or readings of an ...
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The most influential biographies ever written, admired by leaders, creators, soldiers, and thinkers for nearly 2,000 years: Plutarch’s Parallel lives. Essential listening for anyone striving after greatness. Alex Petkas, former professor of ancient philosophy and history, revives and dramatically retells these unforgettable stories for modern audiences. The subjects are statesmen, generals, orators, and founders; pious and profane, stoics and hedonists. The stakes bear on the future of Weste ...
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Matinee Heroes is a podcast dedicated to exploring hero cinema - from adventurers, heroes, and superheroes; from Jedi to buddy cops; from the Wild West, to the distant past, to futures both hopeful and dystopian, from ancient lands to the deepest reaches of outer space. In a time when we need heroes more than ever, Alan and Craig will try to understand just what makes our cinematic heroes tick, and how we can use that heroism in our everyday life.
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Modes of Thought in Anterran Literature – Second Year Classics, C667, Professor [REDACTED]. This course discusses the Anterran Civilization, examining the evidence regarding the recent archeological ruins uncovered at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. The earliest human society, [REDACTED] years older than previously known to exist, will provide opportunities for analysis of ancient writing and thought. Topics include literature, religion, and philosophy. Wednesdays, Room 014 Brussels Hall, H ...
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The Bear Grease Podcast with host Clay Newcomb delivers compelling storytelling through documentary-style episodes exploring the culture, traditions, and history of rural America. He’ll dive in deep with hunters, biologists, anthropologists, and hillbillies to learn about human nature and our ancient connection to the land. Bear Grease explores unique people, topics, and stories that reveal the incredible value of life lived close to the land. Part of the MeatEater Podcast Network.
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Join Dave and Helen as they travel back in time (metaphorically… it’s a podcast) to explore the real history of the people, places and events of the Old Testament, New Testament and everything in between.
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Hercules vs. The Podcast

Wise Man Mike & James The Fool

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From atop Mount Olympus, Wise Man Mike spins grand tales of mythology — be it Greek, Norse, or beyond — to poor James The Fool. Cower in fear as bolts of lightning fly from the heavens and strike you firmly in your ear holes! For here there be MONSTERS, GODS, AND HEROES!
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What does ‘2001: a Space Odyssey’ have to do with Odysseus? How does Brad Pitt's Achilles in 'Troy' match up to Homer's original hero? And is Arnold Schwarzenegger the new Heracles? This collection of video animations and audio discussions examines how the heroes of Greek mythology have been represented in popular culture, from ancient times to the modern day. Odysseus is the archetypal questing hero - a blank canvas on which every era has projected its own values. Heracles is the original s ...
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Simple Ayurveda is here to make ancient science easy to understand, relatable and totally possible for you to apply into your modern day life so that you can be your healthiest, most vibrant self. Angela Perger is an Ayurveda practitioner, professor of holistic health and mother of two. Grab the free resources over at simpleayurveda.com or follow @simple_ayurveda on Instagram.
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A cinematic fantasy event in audio. New Dakota: 15,000 CE, thousands of years after the fall of our civilization. The Earth has reclaimed the cities and glories of the modern world, returning humanity to a way of life that recalls advanced, ancient civilizations. The histories of the old world survive only as myths and legends. Our tale focuses on four heroes from the great tribes of what was once South Dakota. They are known as : The Wolves, The Rams, The Bears, and the Birds. Book I : The ...
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Tales of The Nova Realm

Tales of The Nova Realm

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A bite-sized fantasy/fiction podcast following the Crescent Moon Saga. An ancient evil has awakened. As tragedy follows, Hero and Company are set upon a quest to quell this darkness. Find out more at www.talesofthenovarealm.com
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These transmissions weave astrology, cosmology, living mythology, earth based spirituality and ancestral healing to welcome you home. Stories are written all around us. They are in the stars, the stones, the ancestors that live in our bones. The earth holds the stories that connect us to our deepest eternal traditions, and to ourselves. The art and artifacts left behind over time and space are the gifts of wisdom that inform who we are, and what we may become. Story is medicine. Our stories ...
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Take a deep dive into the past as we bring you the very best of BBC History Magazine, Britain’s bestselling history magazine. With a new episode released every Monday, enjoy fascinating and enlightening articles from leading historical experts, covering a broad sweep of the centuries – from the scandals of Georgian society to the horrors of the First World War, revolutions, rebellions, and more.
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Demystified

W!ZARD Studios

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Ghost ships, lost cities, unsolved crimes and mysteries, ancient mythology, disappeared explorers - if it’s a historical mystery, it’s going under the microscope. History has always been fascinating, but more fascinating than what we know is what we don’t; in this podcast Ashleigh Stiles looks into famous and obscure episodes of folklore, unexplained circumstances, and unsolved mysteries from around the world and throughout time. Taking a modern lens to these ancient puzzles, she uses all th ...
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What stories are the inspirational ‘Muses’ in your life? Many-headed monsters, ferocious fighters, scheming sorcerers, humble heroes: mythology, legends, and folklore are full of fascinating stories and vibrant characters. For thousands of years, humanity has used mythology to make sense of our own lives, express our creativity, and connect with each other. In Myths and Muses, the Mythik Camps team shares stories drawn from across many pantheons and cultures, with the hope that young demigod ...
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Mythic

Boston Blake

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A mythological lens can reveal layers of meaning that usually remain obscured or hidden. In the Mythic podcast, host Boston Blake explores archetypal themes in ancient legends and modern media, myth and folklore superheroes sci-fi pop culture history current events your personal issues Nothing is off-limits! The Mythic perspective may forever change the way you think about your favorite stories--and yourself. Caution: Listening to this podcast may contribute to increased synchronicity.
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Join us on a thrilling and hilarious journey as six real-life friends embark on an epic adventure in the make-believe world of Golarion. In this actual play Pathfinder podcast, we dive headfirst into the captivating "Extinction Curse" adventure path from Paizo. Come along as our adventurers unravel a grand conspiracy, encountering treacherous foes and ancient magics in their quest to save the land, and themselves, from certain, inexorable annihilation! Instagram: @theherosdie The Hero's Die ...
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Step into a world where magic weaves through the fabric of everyday life with Magickal Short Stories. Each episode of this enchanting podcast brings you a unique, spellbinding tale of magic and mystery. From ancient witchcraft to contemporary urban enchantments, Magickal Short Stories explores the limitless realms of the imagination through the art of storytelling. Join us as we delve into stories of mystical adventures, magical creatures, and spells that change the course of destiny. Perfec ...
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Faith Adjacent

The Popcast Media Group

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Conversations involving faith are often fraught with scholarly nerd alerts about ancient linguistics and inaccessible theological discussions centered around hermeneutics. But what if there was a way to use your pop culture literacy to enhance your biblical literacy? Welcome to Faith Adjacent, the podcast where we try to understand the modern dynamics of faith through a combined commitment to uncomfortable honesty, authentic weirdness, and critical thinking. Faith Adjacent is hosted by Knox ...
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Embark on a transformative spiritual journey with 'The Message with NJ' podcast, where every episode unlocks the profound wisdom and empowering insights of the Gospel. Join NJ, a passionate and insightful host, as he skillfully applies biblical stories and teachings to everyday life and challenges. This daily podcast, lasting just 5-7 minutes per episode, is the perfect companion for your morning coffee or commute, offering a quick yet deep dive into spiritual growth. In 'The Message with NJ ...
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A unique view of mythology ... Imagine: Ancient Greek gods in the modern world ... Were the Greek gods no more than myths? Modern scholars say so. What if they're wrong? ... Join best selling author and mythologist Patrick Garner as he explores the Greek gods — Zeus, Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite, Athena, Poseidon, Ares and many others — and offers rare insights into who these divine beings were — and uniquely, what became of them! Heard in more than 188 countries, Garner's Greek Mythology is n ...
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Hello and welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast! Join your host Taj from TCG Taj and co-host Zakariya, also known as PrimalLugia, the webmaster of PokeGuardian, as we explore the latest news, topics, and developments in the world of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. Stay tuned to keep up-to-date with everything happening in this exciting hobby!
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This Podcast is about meditation & wisdom tradition. I will share passages from ancient books on spirituality intended to bring inspiration and learning to smart, wisdom-seeking experts, thought leaders, coaches, and entrepreneurs, and everyone interested in the topic. I will interview extraordinary people from all kinds of backgrounds in meditation & healing practices. It will also be about philosophers, modern physics, and last but not least, about psychedelic journeys.
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The Living Philosophy

The Living Philosophy

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The Living Philosophy is all about the exploration of philosophy's big ideas and big characters from the Ancients to the Postmoderns with a side of Psychology and seasoned with a dash of Integral.
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Ancient stories and dusty paperbacks. Science fiction, fantasy, and poetry. All of that wrapped up in a podcast built around reviewing both classic and new books and stories. "Legendary Hero" Music provided by Royalty Free Zone: https://www.youtube.com/royaltyfreezone Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cobwebs/support
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What we likely all once knew about history, has likely been forgotten. Here, at Smarticus Tells History, we move around the timeline picking up some of the most interesting and sometimes downright weird stories. Stories such as the Rabbit Queen, or how Cleopatra wasn't Egyptian, the Black Plague and many more.They are all true, no matter how quacky and quirky some may seem. We keep them short and mostly to the point. So put your listening ears on, have a beer or two, and learn a thing or two!!!
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I'm Cullen Burke, and this is Cauldron - A Military History Podcast. I'll cover the significant battles in history, breaking down the vital players, weapons, methods, events, and outcomes. Let’s take a peek into the past and see what, if anything, can be learned from the most dramatic moments in our collective story. Let’s get stuck in!
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In the modern world where happiness often seems out of reach, and even when someone wants to work on their happiness, it seems there is so much buzz around this word called "Happiness". It seems that approaching happiness with a single facet only doesn't quite work. Happiness isn't just a choice and even if it is it take a lot more to prepare ourselves to make that choice. Happiness is not just a choice. Happiness is a lifestyle. This Podcast aims to bring this awareness using timeless wisdo ...
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Roll the dice and venture forth into "The Nerdie Therapist," where therapy meets enchantment and creativity flourishes. Guided by Jen Hyatt, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from the mystical shores of sunny California, this podcast is your portal to a world where the mundane, heroic, and mystical realms merge seamlessly. At The Nerdie Therapist (TNT), we explore the rich tapestry of psychotherapy, blending ancient lore with modern innovation to forge a unique path on the therapeutic ...
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Side Character Quest (SCQ) is an anthology of improvised fantasy adventures. In each short quest, the show's host takes a single guest player on a journey through a larger shared world. Quests are usually 3-6 episodes long, and listeners can generally start the show at the beginning of any one of them! Your world is a peaceful one, comprised of plains, mountains, swamps, and pines. Cicadas sing, rivers flow, magic thrums through the air, and all of it's surround by a single massive wall that ...
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MythTake

Alison Innes & Darrin Sunstrum

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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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It started out with a simple question: How can we help make our world a better place? We’re holding this space for conversations about all the things, big and small, that we can do to create impactful changes in our lives and in our communities. Join host Steve Norris as he interviews inspirational thought-leaders, scientists, spiritual leaders, best selling authors, life-coaches, psychologists and more, from every corner of the planet who are doing extraordinary things to brighten our world ...
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Join us for a lively journey into the ancient world as co-host Alexander Gates and I delve into the most scandalous and petty letters of antiquity. From expletive-laden tirades to guilt-tripping manipulations, we uncover the outrageous communications of everyday people. Listen in as we explore the fiery exchanges between an Ottoman Sultan and his i…
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Hours before the assault on Normandy’s beaches got under way on 6 June 1944, British airborne troops launched an attack on targets in the French countryside. And as Saul David writes in this Long Read marking the 80th anniversary of this pivotal moment, the success of the entire D-Day landings was at stake. HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the be…
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The Enchantment of the Frost Giant’s Heart Welcome to **Magickal Short Stories**, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, embark on "The Enchantment of the Frost Giant’s Heart," an epic Norse mythology adventure that will captivate the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Eirik, a brave young boy, as he dis…
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Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 46th episode.The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.In Episode 46, we explore the full reveal of Stella Miracle set which released this week, exclusive Pokémon GO artwork for China's "Brave Enchanting Stars" set, and the top 300 entries for the Pokémon TCG …
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PAN'S LABYRINTH Craig and Alan discuss horror vs fantasy, creating mythology and the movie "Pan's Labyrinth" on this week's Matinee Heroes! Next week, we finish Monster Month with a monster hunter. Rob Ervin fills in for Alan as we do a live episode from Retro Expo with a bonus interview with Perseus himself, from Clash of the Titans, Harry Hamlin!…
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Discover the frequency of this Capricorn Blue Moon and the eternal teachings of Mary Magdalene. May you claim your Truth on this Full Moon portal. RECEIVE THESE GIFTS Subscribe to RaMa’s weekly transmissions: Venusian Love Notes Receive the 7 Keys to Your Unique Daily Practice: Every Moment is a Miracle This audio transmission will guide you to cre…
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Cost of Glory Ecuador event Aug 22-25: https://www.nowheresummit.com/costofglory. Apply at the link! Caesar faces enemies at home and on sea, in part 3 of our series on Caesar’s masterwork of psychology, strategy, and propaganda: On the Gallic War (De Bello Gallico). This is a world-history making story (the conquest of what’s now modern France), t…
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The Oracle's Secret Welcome to **Magickal Short Stories**, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, dive into "The Oracle's Secret," an epic Greek mythology adventure that will captivate the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Phoebe, a clever and curious young girl, as she discovers an ancient scroll and m…
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Welcome to Magickal Short Stories, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, immerse yourself in "The Mystery of Odin’s Raven," a thrilling Norse mythology adventure that will captivate the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Astrid, a clever and curious young girl, as she discovers Odin's enchanted raven br…
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The recent celebration of our nation’s Declaration of Independence got Brent thinking about heroes. Just what constitutes a hero? He’s gonna share his thoughts and give what he thinks is a prime example of one. If that’s not enough he’s sharing a heroic listener story and offering up suggestions to help baseball grow their audience and speed up the…
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Some of Michaela's favourite moments from the last couple years of the podcast, because it's our seven year anniversary! CW/TW: this compilation features episodes on Seneca's Thyestes (major gore etc.) and one on Ovid's "Nice Guys" (major misogyny), and as always... far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involve…
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The Enigma of Hermes’ Winged Sandals Welcome to **Magickal Short Stories**, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, dive into "The Enigma of Hermes’ Winged Sandals," a captivating Greek mythology adventure that will spark the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Nikos, a swift and adventurous young boy, as …
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The Quest of Loki's Amulet Welcome to **Magickal Short Stories**, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, dive into "The Quest of Loki's Amulet," a captivating Norse mythology adventure that will spark the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Leif, a clever and curious young boy, as he discovers an enchante…
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Welcome to Magickal Short Stories, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, dive into "The Trials of Persephone's Garden," a captivating Greek mythology adventure that will spark the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Calliope, a nature-loving young girl, as she discovers a hidden grove and meets Persephon…
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Welcome to Magickal Short Stories, where enchanting tales come to life, perfect for bedtime. In this episode, dive into "The Legend of Thor’s Hammer," a captivating Norse mythology retelling that will spark the imaginations of kids and adults alike. Join Bjorn, a brave young boy, as he discovers the mighty Mjölnir and meets Thor, the god of thunder…
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Our Underworld mini-series continues! This time, we’ll meet some mythological figures who make that harrowing trip maybe to learn something, maybe to make a point, or, in one case, to make sure the sun still rises. It’s never an easy trip, and they have to face down some serious dangers along the way. We'll follow a Sumerian goddess there and back,…
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“He’s just Father from Codename: Kids Next Door!” Darien (she/her) and DJ (he/him) present the perfect episode for a mid-summer heatwave: Muspelheim, land of lava and fire. Other topics include the narrative choice to not include the book one villain in book three, origins of the universe, another examination into why stating that “Snorri made it u…
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In this latest Favored or Forsaken, Erin, Jamie, and Evan are talking about a recent conversation about pornography, the Robert Morris controversy at Gateway Church, and The Promised Land! You’ll also hear some of the things that are favored for us right now! What is the best way to handle heated Instagram posts, and what are our dream Bible-based …
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In this episode of the Bear Grease Render, retired US Forest Service Law Enforcement Officer, Joe Liles joins Clay Newcomb and Render crew members Brent Reaves, Misty Newcomb, Josh "Landbridge" Spielmaker, and Bear Newcomb. Joe's career with the Forest Service overlapped with the end of Russ Arthur's and he confirms the legendary stories told on th…
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What does it mean to return to the village? Boston Blake chats with Michael DiPietro and Marcey Donnelly, coauthors of 'The Inside Guide: Breaking Through to Intuitive Wisdom and Inspired Living.' They delve into key themes such as intuitive wisdom, the hero's journey, integrating peak experiences into daily life, and understanding the role of desi…
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We’re now in the third part of our series “When The Wicked Prosper.” In our previous sermons, we explored why we shouldn’t fret over the apparent success of the wicked and how to trust in God’s timing. Today, we focus on Psalm 37:5-9, highlighting the promise of inheritance for those who commit their ways to the Lord.…
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Welcome back to our sermon series “When The Wicked Prosper.” We’ve journeyed through understanding why we shouldn’t fret over the success of the wicked, the importance of trusting in God’s timing, and the promise of inheritance for those who commit their ways to the Lord. Today, we will delve into Psalm 37:10-15, focusing on the fate of the wicked …
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Today, we conclude our sermon series “When The Wicked Prosper.” Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored the reality of seeing the wicked prosper and how we, as believers, should respond. We’ve learned not to fret, to trust in God’s timing, to hold on to the promise of inheritance, and to be assured of the fate of the wicked. Today, we’ll focus on P…
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Today, we begin a new sermon series titled “When The Wicked Prosper.” This series will delve into the challenging and sometimes perplexing reality we observe: why do those who seem to do wrong often appear to thrive? Our guiding scripture for this series is Psalm 37, a powerful passage that speaks directly to this issue. Today, we’ll focus on verse…
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Welcome back to our sermon series “When The Wicked Prosper.” In the previous message, we explored the unsettling reality of witnessing the apparent success of those who do wrong. We learned from Psalm 37:1-2 not to fret or be envious because their prosperity is fleeting. In this message, we turn to Psalm 37:3-4 to deepen our understanding of how to…
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Joan Taylor is a Professor of Christian Origins and Second Temple Judaism at King’s College London and the author of the book The Essenes, The Scrolls, and the Dead Sea. In this episode, we discuss her book that challenges misconceptions about who the Essenes were and their place in Second Temple Judaism. You can purchase a copy of the book on Amaz…
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Liv revisits the third episode of the podcast, the many crimes of Zeus, this time breaking down what's hidden behind the wild stories of a predatory god. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! Submit to this year's summer/anniversary Q&A! CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typi…
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