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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Is it a movie podcast? Is it a history podcast? Is it an unholy union of the two? Short answer: yes! Each episode, hosts Colin MacCormack, Elijah Fleming and Christie Vogler break down a new movie about Greece, Rome or the wider ancient world and what works (or doesn’t work) about them. But this isn’t a podcast for nitpicking historical inaccuracies. Rather, it’s a chance to get hot takes on Hollywood films from professional nerds/academics and take a closer look at the relation between our ...
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Embark on a transformative journey with Stephanie Postles and Albert Chou as they venture into the realm of entrepreneurship, finance, personal growth, health, and contrarian thinking. Every episode offers vital lessons for the driven executive or entrepreneur, equipping you with an expansive skillset applicable to your day-to-day life. Elevate your career, health, finances, relationships, and wisdom, one episode at a time. This is not just a podcast; it's a crucial touchpoint in your person ...
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Remnants of a Matriarchy Hidden in the Crimes of Zeus (Part 2)
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Liv finishes revisiting 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 fictio…
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A Special Anniversary Episode, Seven Years of LTAMB
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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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Hercules (2014) [AKA Rockules!], with Amy Pistone
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He's just a Big Guy who does Big Guy things! Joined by special return guest, Amy Pistone, we unpack this true gem of a Greek myth adaptation that's really just a delightful D&D excursion. Starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as the titular hero, Hercules, it's no surprise that we all come away loving this quirky film produced at a time when every one…
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The Overview Effect, Civilization Design, and Elevating Collective Consciousness - Shannon Graham
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Shannon Graham is a leadership coach and true visionary. He’s a master at unlocking human potential, challenging the status quo, and pushing the boundaries of what we believe is possible. Shannon joins me to discuss why he is bringing entrepreneurs to space, how he thinks about civilization design, and ways we can elevate collective consciousness. …
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Remnants of a Matriarchy Hidden in the Crimes of Zeus
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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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The #1 Way to Build Trust! Why You Should LAUGH with Clients, Coworkers, and Friends
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Laughter is the #1 trust-building tool. It literally changes your biology, impacts how you show up in the world and transforms your business and personal relationships. Today, Steph and Albert discuss: - The Science Behind Humor - The Psychology Behind Humor - Why Humor Builds Trusts - Tips for Using Humor in Sales and Business - Why comedy is the …
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Liv Reads Quintus Smyrnaeus: The Fall of Troy (Part 8)
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Liv reads Book 9 and part of Book 10 of the Fall of Troy, translated by AS Way. With Neoptolemus on their side the Greeks defeat Troy's hero Eurypylus and the Trojans put up their last stand. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! This is not a standard narrative story episode, it's a reading of an ancient source, …
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SPECIAL! Gender Rebels of Greek Mythology: Heracles x Omphale by Ancient History Fangirl
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Liv shares an episode of Ancient History Fangirl, Genn and Jenny have a story to share... That time Heracles, the strong man, son of Zeus and noted impenetrable penetrator, lived as a woman. Yes, you read that right. And not only did he live as a woman, he was the submissive to a powerful female dom who took up his lionskin and club as symbols of h…
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Liv Reads Quintus Smyrnaeus: The Fall of Troy (Part 7)
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Liv reads the rest of Book 7 and part of 8 of the Fall of Troy, translated by AS Way. With the threat of Eurypylus on the side of Troy, Odysseus and Diomedes go in search of Achilles' son Neoptolemus. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! This is not a standard narrative story episode, it's a reading of an ancient…
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Returning to our debut topic, we dig into the 2004 attempt to keep the Gladiator train going, Wolfgang Petersen's Troy. Joined by super-special guest Joel Christensen (of Sententiae Antiquae fame), we revisit this oddly situated film. Spurned by many, beloved by some, and forgotten by most, this film sits at an interesting crossroads in Hollywood a…
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Lessons from Nature: Building Something Lasting, Creating a Business Ecosystem, and Surviving Crisis
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Nature can inspire and guide us to better leadership and business practices. Albert and Stephanie discuss the powerful lessons they've learned by observing the natural world -- from the story of Velcro's invention to the strategic organization of ants. Discover how the principles of biomimicry, ecosystem interdependence, and crisis management in na…
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RE-AIR: It’s Almost Like Being Trans Isn’t New… Transgender Transformations in Ovid’s Metamorphoses
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Revisiting the stories of trans characters, Caeneus and Iphis, in Ovid's Metamorphoses. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing. Sou…
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Conversations: Putting the Trans in Transformation, Iphis and Caeneus w/ Dr Joe Watson
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Liv speaks with Dr Joe Watson about the trans characters of Ovid's Metamorphoses, Iphis and Caeneus, along with some necessary asides into Atalanta, Arachne, and Medusa. Follow Joe on Twitter. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically i…
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Beloved Boyfriends of Greek Myth's Most Famous Heroes
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Stories of Achilles and Heracles and their beloved boyfriends. Featuring a clip from my conversation with Charlotte Gregory, episodes on Plato's Symposium, and the episode dedicated to Heracles' lovers. Find all episodes from past Pride Months in this Spotify playlist. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/TW: …
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Conversations: Beyond the Binary, the Divine Madness of Dionysus w/ Chiara Baldini
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Liv speaks with raver and researcher Chiara Baldini who talks Dionysus, pre-patriarchal goddesses, and ecstatic worship. Read more from Chiara on Academia.edu and find her Advaya courses here. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content! CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically i…
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