Greeking Out from National Geographic Kids

S9E2 - Asclepius the Healer

Oct 27, 2023
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Asclepius
Asclepius the Healer, a heroic healer in ancient Greece, encounters a wounded snake which imparts healing secrets to him. He becomes one of the most sought-after healers in Greece. The podcast discusses the rare occurrence of bringing someone back from the dead in Greek mythology and the challenges faced by Asclepius. It also delves into the tragic story of Hippolytus and the symbolism of snakes in medicine.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Apollo alters the ravens, eliminates Coronus, and saves his baby
02:27 • 3min
3
Asclepius: The Skilled Healer
05:18 • 6min
4
The Healer Who Outwitted Death
11:31 • 4min
5
The Tragedy of Hippolytus and the Healing Power of Asclepius
15:36 • 10min