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Episode #228- You Talkin' About Myths, Baby? (ft. Liv Albert)

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Reimagining Myths: Helen and Medusa

This chapter explores the innovative reinterpretations of the Trojan War narrative in Euripides' play 'Helen', where a phantom replaces the actual Helen, and highlights Menelaus’ comical situation. It also delves into the complexities of Medusa's character, contrasting her traditional monstrous portrayal with a more victimized interpretation in Ovid’s works. The discussion emphasizes the evolving nature of mythological storytelling and its impact on contemporary understanding of ancient figures.

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