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.
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Oct 20, 2023 • 1h 44min
Conversations: Beware of the Splash Zone! Gladiators in the Greek World w/ Alexandra Sills
Liv speaks with Alexandra Sills who studies spectacle! and, specifically: when Gladiators went to Greece... They talk mythologizing gladiatorial games, adapting things (splash zone!) and even, the evidence for women fighting in games. Read more from Alexandra at Bad Ancient and Working Classicists. 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.
Oct 17, 2023 • 44min
What the Goddess of Divine Retribution Wants, the Goddess of Divine Retribution Gets (Seneca’s Thyestes Part 2)
As Seneca's Thyests continues, Atreus finalizes his plan for revenge and Thyestes returns home to Argolis with his beloved children. Help keep LTAMB going by subscribing to Liv's Patreon for bonus content!CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. And this one features infanticide and cannibalism... 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: Seneca's Thyestes, primarily the version translation by Emily Wilson with long passages quoted from the Frank Justus Miller; Hyginus' Fabulae; Theoi.com entry on Erinyes and quote from Ovid's Metamorphoses.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.
Oct 13, 2023 • 1h 31min
RE-AIR Conversations: Do You Like Scary Movies? Scream Queens of Myth w/ Vanessa Stovall
Some things are eternal. What does Persephone have in common with Sidney Prescott? Or Antigone with Marion Crane? Let Vanessa tell you all about it... Find more about Vanessa's study of horror in myth and Greek tragedy here, and follow her on Twitter for more. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2023 • 44min
A Cursed Ghost and a Goddess of Vengeance Walk Into a Bar… Seneca’s Thyestes (Part 1)
In this podcast, they discuss Seneca's play Thyestes, focusing on a cursed ghost and a goddess of vengeance. They explore the cycle of violence and betrayal in the family of Tantalus, and Atrias's quest for revenge. They also touch on the disturbing elements of the play, the importance of translating ancient texts with a feminist lens, and podcast production and sponsorship.
Oct 6, 2023 • 1h 15min
Liv Reads Ancient Spooky: Selections from Pliny, Ovid, Aeschylus, and Lucan
Guests Pliny the Younger, Aeschylus, and Lucan share spooky stories from ancient authors, including haunted houses, curses, and dark powers. Trigger warning for graphic content. Hosts express excitement for sharing selected texts with listeners and discuss upcoming topics in the spooky season.
Oct 3, 2023 • 33min
Murder After Murder, Generation After Generation; the Curse of the Tantalids and the Pelopidae
Delve into the cursed and murderous Tantalids, known for cannibalism and infanticide. Explore Tantalus' punishment in the Underworld and serving his son's flesh to the gods. Follow the pursuit of Hippodamia and the tragic fate of the Pelopidae lineage. Uncover the intense chariot race, betrayal, and consequences faced by Pilops and Hippodamia.
Sep 29, 2023 • 1h 45min
Conversations: The Politics of Mythology, Foreigners & Party Girls of Classical Athens w/ Dr Rebecca Futo Kennedy
Liv speaks with Rebecca Futo Kennedy about all things Athens: the politics behind Theseus' mythology, immigration and the rights (and absolute lack thereof) of foreigners in the city depending upon the time period, and particularly, how women fit in. Read more 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.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.
Sep 26, 2023 • 60min
Playing Antigone (or Maybe Creon?…), Reception of Sophocles w/ Dr Amy Pistone
Liv is joined by Amy Pistone to talk all things reception of Sophocles' Antigone, all the varied ways the play has been used to depict modern stories of resistance, in all its forms. Learn more about the Playing Antigone contest through Out of Chaos Theatre. 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.
Sep 22, 2023 • 1h 39min
Conversations: Flashing Her Way to Freedom, Phryne & Hetarae w/ Dr. Melissa Funke
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.
Sep 19, 2023 • 43min
Nobody Labours Like Heracles (Hercules): The Cultural History of the Panhellenic Hero
Exploring the cultural history and complexity of the Greek hero Heracles, from his early feats to his enduring fame. Delving into the legend of his birth and the unique test of paternity. Also features a discussion on the importance of understanding the cultural context and various versions of the myths surrounding him.
