Seneca's brutal play "Medea" reveals what happens when rage takes control. A betrayed wife, an indecisive husband, and a tragic ending that challenges Stoic ideals.  

In this episode, Caleb and Michael analyze Seneca's bloody retelling of the Medea myth - where passion overcomes reason with devastating consequences.

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(04:28) Historical Background 

(06:43) The Story of Medea's Revenge 

(17:08) Character: Fortune Takes Wealth, Not Spirit

(21:27) Not Just a Moment's Madness 

(26:36) How Anger Warps Reality 

(33:44) Satisfying Madness

(36:02) The Intoxication of Rage 

(38:41) What's Up With Jason?

(46:03) Seneca's Court Experience 

(50:43) Brutal Ending: "There Are No Gods" 

(58:57) Outro

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