Best Euripides Podcasts (2024)

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Replay - Comstockery 1:05:53

4h ago1:05:53

1:05:53

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) replays an episode with guest Dan Posluns, regarding the censorship efforts of US Postal Inspector Anthony Comstock, and just how much those efforts were ridiculed by the subject of the attempted censorship, playwright George Bernard Shaw.By Aaron Odom

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The Fantasticks 1:15:35

3d ago1:15:35

1:15:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Brittanie Chafe (@brittaniedoesbroadway on Instagram) discuss the longest running off-Broadway show ever: "The Fantasticks," and the troubles with producing the show today.By Aaron Odom

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Stephen King's "Misery" on Stage 1:10:02

18d ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Micah Wyatt discuss the film and stage adaptations "Misery," the novel by master of horror and suspense, Stephen King.By Aaron Odom

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Ivor Novello in Prison 57:47

1M ago57:47

57:47

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes guest Doug Reitinger to discuss a legal infraction of one of the UK's most prolific theatre artists of the 20th century: Ivor Novello. "1944: Home Fires" by Homo Promos on YouTubeBy Aaron Odom

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The Old Price Riots of 1809 1:15:44

2M ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Dustin Hebert discuss a series of riots in London in 1809 to protest a new pricing structure at Theatre Royal Covent Garden.By Aaron Odom

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Theatre Audience Etiquette Throughout the Years 1:23:56

2M ago1:23:56

1:23:56

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and actor/producer/stunt performer Devin Sanchez discuss the expectations for theatre audiences, and just how those expectations have changed over the years.By Aaron Odom

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"Death of a Salesman" and Playing Willy Loman on Broadway, Pt. 2 40:50

2M ago40:50

40:50

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guest Tracy Burns continue their conversation about Arthur Miller's most well-known play, its central character, and the many actors who have played him on Broadway.By Aaron Odom

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"Death of a Salesman" and Playing Willy Loman on Broadway, Pt. 1 50:55

3M ago50:55

50:55

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and Instructor Tracy Burns discuss the origins of Willy Loman on Broadway, and the many actors who have played the role on Broadway since.By Aaron Odom

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Play Spotlight - "The Homecoming" by Harold Pinter 1:06:42

4M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and actor Suzanne Cotsakos study and dissect the truly enigmatic play "The Homecoming" by Harold Pinter.By Aaron Odom

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"Chimes at Midnight" - Orson Welles and Falstaff 1:06:06

4M ago1:06:06

1:06:06

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning Guest, LA-Based TV and Film Producer Brand Birtwistle, to discuss Orson Welles' love letter to possibly his favorite Shakespeare character Falstaff with his epic film "Chimes at Midnight." **SPOILERS AHEAD** thebrand.productionsBy Aaron Odom

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Actor-Managers in the UK 58:10

4M ago58:10

58:10

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and friend Aaron Linden discuss the history of the Actor-Manager system of theatre management in the UK.By Aaron Odom

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RHPS '23, Pt. 2 1:09:28

5M ago1:09:28

1:09:28

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) meets the remaining members from the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show '23: Michael Sandvig - Riff Raff David Britton - Eddie Asia Stockwell - Janet Taly Duenow - Dr. Scott Serena Laird & Jeremiah Young - Frank's party attendantsBy Aaron Odom

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RHPS '23, Pt. 1 1:08:27

5M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) meets with several members from the cast of Rocky Horror Picture Show '23: JJ Reign - Brad Valeri Hovland - Columbia Laura Thorne - Magenta Rachael Trueblood - Rocky Dan Richard - Criminologist Breahna Jackman - Dr. Frank-N-Furter Aristele Johnson & Kristina Sharpski - Frank's party attendants…

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Women on the British Restoration Stage 1:09:18

6M ago1:09:18

1:09:18

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Karen Knappenberger describe the ensuing events after women were first allowed to publicly perform on stage in England in 1660.By Aaron Odom

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Shakespeare Adapted - Romeo and Juliet 1:13:04

6M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites 3 guests to discuss modern adaptations of Shakespeare's popular tragedy, Romeo and Juliet: First guest: Aaron's son Ethan, to discuss the plot of R&J Second guest: Dr. Paul Gagliardi, to discuss if R&J is the grand love story it's hyped to be Third guest: Lindsay Robert, to discuss two successful major moti…

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”All Play and No Work” - The Comic Plays of the Federal Theatre Project 1:14:45

7M ago1:14:45

1:14:45

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites author Dr. Paul Gagliardi to discuss some entries in Paul's new book, "All Play and No Work," all about the comedies presented by the Federal Theatre Project in the 1930s. Buy "All Play and No Work" from Temple University Press Buy "Gas Money for Austin" by The Barefoot Band, including the "Euripides, Eumen…

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King Kong - The Musical 1:09:22

7M ago1:09:22

1:09:22

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest David Britton, and the two discuss the successes and shortcomings of King Kong - The Musical.By Aaron Odom

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The Seattle Federal Theatre Project and ”Spirochete” 1:16:38

8M ago1:16:38

1:16:38

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest Seattle-based Theatre artist Robert Bogue to discuss a Seattle production designed to curb a lurid epidemic.By Aaron Odom

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Broadway Street Performers 1:20:19

8M ago1:20:19

1:20:19

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back guest Brian Michael Jones to discuss some of the street performers seen on the Great White Way.By Aaron Odom

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Bernardine and ”Lady Precious Stream” 1:17:49

9M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites author Susan Blumberg-Kason on the show to reverse the format, and tell him a story of Bernardine Szold Fritz. Bernardine is known for many things in 1930s Shanghai, but gave a fresh life and a sense of national identity to a play: "Lady Precious Stream." Get your copy of Susan's book: "Bernardine's Shangha…

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Replay - Laura Keene 58:25

9M ago58:25

58:25

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) replays a favorite episode from the past: discussing American actor, theatre producer and innovator Laura Keene with high school theatre instructor Zach SchneiderBy Aaron Odom

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Is ”Cats” Any Good? 1:24:35

10M ago1:24:35

1:24:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) records this episode before a live audience at the Community College of Denver. Featuring a panel including actor and comedian Mary E. Kennedy ("Shameless"), CCD Technical Theatre Coordinator Keylee Anderson, and comedy producer Chuck Roy, Aaron and the panel discuss if the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical "Cats" is wor…

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The Real Rex Harrison 1:10:34

10M ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites former guest Jenni Reed back to the show to discuss the truly horrible behind-the-scenes behavior of stage and screen star Rex Harrison. Live in-person episode at CCD!By Aaron Odom

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Broadway Actors or Game Show Hosts? 1:23:20

11M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back returning guest Jason Roy Gaston, and the two discuss the many Broadway Actors who have been hired to be TV Game Show Hosts, and why they fit the genre so perfectly. Jason Roy Gaston on TikTok: @jasonroygaston Jason Roy Gaston on Instagram: @jasonroygaston Jason Roy Gaston on YouTube: @jasonroygaston…

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The Life and Death of Joe Orton, Pt.2 44:16

11M ago44:16

44:16

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) visits with comedian and podcast host Keb Pound of The Stupid History Minute podcast to conclude their discussion about the life and death of the promising British playwright Joe Orton, and the strange circumstances of his death. Pre-order The Stupid History Book, Vol. 1 Mary E. Kennedy - Official Website Mary E. K…

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The Life and Death of Joe Orton, Pt. 1 46:35

11M ago46:35

46:35

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) visits with comedian and podcast host Keb Pound of The Stupid History Minute podcast to discuss the life and death of the promising British playwright Joe Orton, and the strange circumstances of his death. Pre-order The Stupid History Book, Vol. 1By Aaron Odom

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The Master of Revels 45:51

12M ago45:51

45:51

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes guest Erin Butler, Executive Director of the WYO Theater Performing Arts and Education Center, and the two discuss a fascinating occupation in theatre history: The Master of Revels.By Aaron Odom

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Theatre Horror Story - Olivia Ruggiero 31:25

1y ago31:25

31:25

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back musical theatre artist Olivia Ruggiero (Guest from Episode 62: Lazarus - the David Bowie Musical) to tell her tales of theatre horror.By Aaron Odom

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Play Spotlight - The Clouds 1:14:24

1y ago1:14:24

1:14:24

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Seattle-based actor Lisa Viertel take a deep dive into the surprisingly relevant Ancient Greek Comedy by Aristophanes, "The Clouds."By Aaron Odom

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Classical Studies 101 - The Aeneid - Book II 37:36

1y ago37:36

37:36

The Trojan Horse. One of the most iconic figures, images and stories in the history of the world. It is neither in The Iliad nor The Odyssey that we learn its story. We learn it in Book II of The Aeneid. Join Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary Stickel as they take us on a journey through one of the greatest tales the world has ever known.…

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Code 12: Sacred Symbolic Numbers-- Encore Presentation 29:11

1y ago29:11

29:11

Is there a secret number system hidden in The Iliad and The Odyssey? Did Homer convey secret ancient mystery teachings in his great epics? Join this encore presentation as Dr. Gary Stickel regales us with his theory of "Code 12" the secret number system hidden in Homer's works. This concept is key to a lot of our discussions of classical works. Sea…

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The Unfortunate Life of Thomas Kyd 49:29

1y ago49:29

49:29

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites returning guests Dalen and Ashley O'Connell to the show in which we discuss another figure from the British Renaissance, Thomas Kyd, and his dismal end.By Aaron Odom

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Classical Studies 101 - The Aeneid - Book I 39:44

1y ago39:44

39:44

And so we begin the greatest epic of the greatest empire the world has ever known. Virgil's Aeneid, the epic tale of the founding of the Roman Empire. The Aeneid tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who escaped the fall of Troy and traveled to Italy, where he became the ancestor of the Romans. The poem consists of twelve books and covers Aeneas…

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Classical Studies 101 - Sophocles - Ajax 49:07

1y ago49:07

49:07

Still haunting millennia later, Sophocles' "Ajax" is one of the extraordinary works of world Drama. Join us as we discuss the tragic story of a the Trojan War hero Ajax and the psychological rupture that the bloodshed caused him. Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary Stickel discuss.By 34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Lazarus - The David Bowie Musical 1:14:08

1y ago1:14:08

1:14:08

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites musical theatre artist Olivia Ruggiero, along with Olivia's students Jeremy Russell and Ruby Strohmayer to discuss the creation of David Bowie jukebox musical, Lazarus. Lazarus - Music VideoBy Aaron Odom

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Classical Studies 101 - Euripides - The Bacchae 36:16

1y ago36:16

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One of the great works of world drama, Euripides "The Bacchae" has mesmerized audiences for over 2000 years. In the play, the god Dionysus returns to Thebes, his mortal mother’s city, to introduce his cult and punish his relatives who have denied his divinity as the son of Zeus. What is the play really about and why is it still relevant today? Join…

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Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 24 39:50

1y ago39:50

39:50

The end... or an anti-climax? Some scholars think this may have been a later add-on after Homer was long gone. Listen in as Dr. Gary Stickel and Sean Marlon Newcombe discuss.By 34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Maggie Smith v. Laurence Olivier 1:03:12

1y ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) invites recent cast mates Ryan Legler, Tess Lannan, and Patrick Cossell on the show to discuss a very infamous and surprising backstage rivalry.By Aaron Odom

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Classical World at the Movies - The Warriors (1979) 30:53

1y ago30:53

30:53

"Warriors, come out and play!" So goes the iconic line from this legendary violent retelling of an Ancient Greek tale. Based on "The Anabasis" by Xenophon which tells the story of a band of Greek mercenaries trying to make their way home through enemy territories, "The Warriors" (1979) transposes this tale to the tough worlds of New York City in th…

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Shakespeare Adapted - Hamlet, Pt. 2 46:21

1y ago46:21

46:21

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes his son Mike to the program to discuss Disney's The Lion King, and whether or not it is an accurate adaptation of the Hamlet story.By Aaron Odom

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Classical World at the Movies - Xanadu (1980) 27:39

1y ago27:39

27:39

A reboot of the 1947 film "Down To Earth" and starring the incandescent Olivia Newton-John and the inimitable Gene Kelly, "Xanadu" (1980) seemed destined to be a hit. Instead, it's renown as one of the great flops in Hollywood history. But was this story of a Greek Muse come to earth really as bad as all that? Join Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary…

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Classical World at the Movies - Down To Earth (1947) 28:15

1y ago28:15

28:15

Featuring a goddess of the silver screen, 1947's "Down To Earth" tells the story of a goddess who comes down to earth to act as a muse for a struggling playwright. Cinema deity Rita Hayworth stars as Terpsichore, one of the Nine Muses of Greek mythology and she decides to come down from the heavens to instruct a young writer/director on how to prop…

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Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 23 29:33

1y ago29:33

29:33

Penelope and Odysseus reunite. Nothing more need be said. Join the discussion with Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary StickelBy 34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Shakespeare Adapted - Hamlet, Pt. 1 1:19:57

1y ago1:19:57

1:19:57

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and guests Nicole Vernon and Amelia Meckler Bowers of Seattle-based Shakespeare company GreenStage to discuss the many adaptations of Hamlet.By Aaron Odom

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Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 22 28:31

1y ago28:31

28:31

Revenge is now! Achilles, Telemachus and their loyal servants launch their attack upon the suitors. The palace hall is drenched in blood. When all is done, those who betrayed and assaulted the House of Odysseus will drink from his cup of vengeance. Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary Stickel discuss.By 34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 21 33:51

1+ y ago33:51

33:51

Penelope gets Odysseus’s bow out of the storeroom and announces that she will marry the suitor who can string it and then shoot an arrow through a line of twelve axes. It's the beginning of the end of our tale. Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary Stickel discuss.By 34 Circe Salon, 34 Circe Media, Sean Marlon Newcombe

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Funeral Clowns 57:47

1y ago57:47

57:47

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) welcomes back his son Ethan to the show, as the two discuss humor in Ancient Rome, and how that humor is applied to an actual profession: the Archimimus, better known as a Funeral Clown.By Aaron Odom

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Classical World at the Movies - Jason and the Argonauts (1963) 30:23

1+ y ago30:23

30:23

An absolutely classic, iconic movie, Jason and the Argonauts (1963) has captured the imagination of young people for 60 years. Notable for the wonderful stop-motion animation effects of Ray Harryhausen, the film also stars Honor Blackman who went on to her own iconic work as "Cathy Gale" in "The Avengers" British tv series and "Pussy Galore" in "Go…

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Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 20 29:29

1+ y ago29:29

29:29

Morning at the palace. The day of reckoning is at hand. Penelope awakes in despair. Odysseus and Telemachus gather to take action. The suitors, unaware of the danger, plan an attack of their own. Visions of walls covered with blood fill the air. Sean Marlon Newcombe and Dr. Gary Stickel continue the journey.…

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Debbie Does Dallas, The Musical 1:17:09

1+ y ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Host Aaron Odom (@TridentTheatre) and returning guest Dustin Hebert discuss the origin of a truly surprising theatrical experience, based upon a famous adult film: Debbie Does Dallas, The MusicalBy Aaron Odom

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