Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! | Greek Mythology & the Ancient Mediterranean Conversations: Flashing Her Way to Freedom, Phryne & Hetarae w/ Dr. Melissa Funke
Sep 22, 2023
Dr. Melissa Funke, expert in ancient Athens, shares fascinating stories about Phryne and Hetarae in ancient Athens. The podcast explores the myth and reality of Phryne, the enigmatic women of ancient Athens, the presence of statues of sex workers in sanctuaries, and the power dynamics and vulnerabilities faced by women in Athenian society. The conversation also highlights the fragmentary nature of the ancient world and the value of speculating and challenging dominant narratives.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Myth and Reality of Freenie: Uncovering the Truth
02:21 • 8min
The Enigmatic Women of Ancient Athens
10:09 • 19min
Statues of a Sex Worker in Ancient Sanctuaries and Blurring the Lines
28:46 • 6min
The Irony of Frini's Trial
34:39 • 7min
Power and Agency: Women in Ancient Athens
42:02 • 19min
Interpretations of Pale Skin and the Fragmentary Nature of Frinnie
01:00:44 • 4min
Exploring the Fragmentary Nature of the Ancient World and the Power of Speculation
01:04:20 • 4min
The Beauty and Influence of Frity
01:08:17 • 11min
Interconnections and Comparative Narratives of Women in Ancient Times
01:19:00 • 20min
Exploring Women of the Ancient World
01:39:02 • 3min
Learning about Franey: A Historical Figure
01:42:24 • 5min