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Professor Walter Penrose - Wonder Woman (2017) and the Amazons
Mar 25, 2024
Professor Walter Penrose, specialist in gender and sexuality in the Ancient World, discusses Wonder Woman in the 2017 movie as fans longed for it. They explore the comic book genesis, the family who created her, and the legends of the Amazons. Topics include the portrayal of women in film, the ancient myths of the Amazons, and the unconventional family dynamics behind Wonder Woman's creation.
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- The podcast discusses the portrayal of Amazon women in ancient Greek myths as foils for Greek heroes and cautionary tales for Greek women.
- The episode explores the life of Wonder Woman creator William Marston, linking themes of matriarchy, female empowerment, and bondage in the comic series to his personal experiences.
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The Historical Myth of the Amazon Women in Greek Culture
The podcast episode delves into the portrayal of the Amazon women in ancient Greek myths, particularly focusing on characters like Hippolyta and Penthesilea from the Trojan War legends. The discussion highlights the Amazon warrior culture's depiction in texts like the Iliad and other epic poems, shedding light on their significance as foils for Greek heroes and cautionary tales for Greek women.
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