Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! | Greek Mythology & the Ancient Mediterranean
Liv Albert
The most entertaining and enraging stories from 'Classical' mythology (and, often, ancient history of the wider Mediterranean!) told casually, contemporarily, and (more often than not) sarcastically. The world of Greek mythology and the history of the wider ancient Mediterranean is full of wonder, horror, and utter hilarity. These myths and stories are timeless for a reason, they're just as relevant today as they were 2500+ years ago. With over 700 episodes and counting, we dive deep into the realm of gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everything in between. Regular episodes every Tuesday, conversations with authors and scholars or readings of ancient epics every Friday. LTAMB: The Oracle Edition has ad-free episodes and so much more. Learn more about the podcast, and Liv's work, including her book Greek Mythology: the Gods, Goddess, and Heroes Handbook at mythsbaby.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Dec 12, 2023 • 40min
Estranged Siblings, a Mysterious Statue, and a Dramatic Escape (Euripides’ Iphigenia Among the Taurians Part 4)
Newly reunited siblings plan their dramatic escape from the Taurians! For background on Iphigenia's family and the events that lead to this play, check out this Spotify playlist. Submit your Q&A responses here! Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing.Sources: Iphigenia Among the Taurians, translated by Anne Carson; and another edition by George Theodoridis. Herodotus' Histories.Attributions and licensing information for music used in the podcast can be found here: mythsbaby.com/sources-attributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 13min
Conversations: Zeus Just Can't Keep It In His Chiton, Theologizing the Gods w/ Dr Maciej Paprocki (Part 2)
Liv speaks with Dr. Maciej Paprocki about theologizing the gods, looking for rules and order amongst the mess that is the Greek Pantheon. Learn more about the Thetis book mentioned. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing.Attributions and licensing information for music used in the podcast can be found here: mythsbaby.com/sources-attributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 5, 2023 • 35min
Orestes, Captaining the Ship of Catastrophe (Euripides’ Iphigenia Among the Taurians Part 3)
More tension, more unknown sibling secrets, and the hatching of a plan... For background on Iphigenia's family and the events that lead to this play, check out this Spotify playlist. Submit your Q&A responses here! Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing.Sources: Iphigenia Among the Taurians, translated by Anne Carson; and another edition by George Theodoridis. Herodotus' Histories.Attributions and licensing information for music used in the podcast can be found here: mythsbaby.com/sources-attributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 9min
Conversations: Assigning Order to the Chaos, Theologizing the Gods w/ Dr. Maciej Paprocki (Part 1)
Liv speaks with Dr. Maciej Paprocki about theologizing the gods and finding order in the Greek Pantheon. They discuss the inconsistencies and contradictions in Greek mythology, the realms and locations of divine beings, the concept of inherited and gifted powers, the difference between gods and witches/wizards, the mystery of the Gorgons and the Gray Eye, strange creatures and the sea, and the liminal space of the gods and sponsors.
Nov 28, 2023 • 39min
No One Does a Dramatic Sibling Reveal Quite Like Euripides (Iphigenia Among the Taurians Part 2)
This family has the worst luck! Iphigenia, Orestes, and Pylades deal with a bit of a misunderstanding. For background on Iphigenia's family and the events that lead to this play, check out this Spotify playlist. Submit your Q&A responses here! Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing.Sources: Iphigenia Among the Taurians, translated by Anne Carson; and another edition by George Theodoridis. Herodotus' Histories.Attributions and licensing information for music used in the podcast can be found here: mythsbaby.com/sources-attributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 24, 2023 • 1h 12min
Liv Reads Ovid: The Metamorphoses Book XIV
Liv reads the penultimate book of Ovid's Metamorphses, translated by Brookes More. We here about Circe, Aeneas, and far too much about Rome. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. Given it's fiction, and typically involves gods and/or monsters, I'm not as deferential as I would be were I referencing the real thing.Attributions and licensing information for music used in the podcast can be found here: mythsbaby.com/sources-attributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 21, 2023 • 32min
A Case of Ancient Fanfiction, Euripides’ Iphigenia Among the Taurians (Part 1)
The podcast delves into Euripides' play 'Iphigenia Among the Taurians' and explores the aftermath of Iphigenia's sacrifice for good wind. It discusses alternate endings, the sorrows of Ifugania, and the significance of Orestes in relation to Ifugania and her family. The chapter also includes sponsor promotions and a shift in focus to other podcast shows.
Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 6min
Conversations: Giving Circe the Agency She Deserves, w/ Sophia Kouidou-Giles
Greek-American author Sophia Kouidou-Giles joins Liv to talk Circe and her new novel. They explore retelling Greek myths, giving characters agency, and the significance of Greek mythology in writing. They also discuss the themes and characters in Circe, highlighting the complexities of Greek gods and the importance of portraying women with agency in ancient texts.
Nov 14, 2023 • 1h 5min
Special Crossover w/ Ancient History Fangirl! Hadrian in Athens
Genn and Jenny from Ancient History Fangirl join Liv to discuss Roman Emperor Hadrian's love for Greece and his building projects in Athens. They explore Hadrian's visits to Athens, his involvement in Greek festivals, and the influence of Greek and Roman gods. The chapter also delves into the Library of Hadrian, the Roman Agora, and the hosts' excitement about the topic.
Nov 10, 2023 • 1h 4min
Conversations: Writing Rome During Vesuvius, The Temple of Fortuna w/ Elodie Harper
Author Elodie Harper discusses her final novel in the Wolf Den trilogy, the Temple of Fortuna. The conversation revolves around Roman life before, during, and after the eruption of Vesuvius, exploring Fortuna's role, the impact of the eruption on the surrounding areas, the challenges faced by Rome, and the process of writing historical fiction.
