Greek Mythology made easy! You'd think the original family in existence would be somewhat fine...But just like any other family, they're chaotic and dysfunctional. Ellis Parsley takes you through the ancient myths of old, giving them a modern twist. From
A bonus episode this week, I have been off with Covid so I thought you guys deserved a little extra!Hera is never someone you should mess with.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
I hope everyone has had a lovely new year!From lions to fighting for Thebes, this is still only the beginning for Heracles...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
You've probably heard of him, and you've probably been told his story wrong. Lets get some things sorted first and lets start from the very beginning.Heracles - Greek Version / Hercules - RomanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
(Part 5)The conclusion of this myth. And it's nothing compared to the last events, this part is so full of drama it's even a play. It's your time to decide who is the real hero and villain of this story.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
(Part 4)Our next instalment on Jasons and the argonauts journey, the Golden Fleece within their grasp.Medea proves just as useful as Hera thinks she is.Featuring Talos and many cool greek islands that you can visit, we are nearing towards the end of the JourneySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Part 3 of this saga. This is just the beginning. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
The next part in this long series. Medea is a powerful character, one you should never mess with. She's unlike many mortals in greek myth.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
This is full of so many twist and turns, I can't wait for you to hear it! Thank you for being patient. Here is Part 1 of The Golden FleeceSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Hestia is my favourite member of the olympians and she was an extremely important deity, but so many people don't even know her name! But I'm gonna change that!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Most of us know of Theseus and The Minotaur, but do you know the story of how it was created...It's oddly straightforward and totally gross.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Aphrodite is no doubt known for her beauty and powers of infatuation...But what happens when she has to marry someone she doesn't want to?All is fair in love and war...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
This ancient rivalry isn't hidden and it certainly influences many stories. But where did it come from?Lets find out, in the FIGHT..FOR THE CAPITAL!!!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
A famous story, but do you know the whole thing?Medusa has a far more complex story than you might think.Alas, no greek myth is complete without mortals being punished...so how does Medusa fair?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
The famous story of Persephone and Hades, you may know it, but there may be a few parts you've missed!It's not really a love story, yet a story of a mother and daughter...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Hera is seen as a jealous vindictive character in greek myth.But is that all there is?Knowing Greek Myth, there is more to her than meets the eye.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Have you noticed that all these Greek God pregnancies are WEIRD!and it always includes Zeus...Coincidence, I think not!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Hephaestus' story isn't great, and his story is usually overlooked. Not only does this story have some interesting dynamics, it has the God of wine and Hera in the mix.This is going to be one hell of a ride...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Leto was just a small titan girl, living in a greek god world.Oh boy, this gets messy! I don't think Hera likes having step-kids...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
We arrive in the palace of Olympus and Zeus...has a headache?How is that even possible?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Hermes is the god of many things, but he's especially mischievous, in fact it shows as soon as he was born! But just like Hermes, this episode is full of twist and turns...so why not start with it from Hades' perspective.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Its not over after the titans defeat, there is one lady who is mega angry!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
No, not that Rock!This is the crazy story of how Zeus Overthrew the Titans. Scary!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
The Greek Gods go dating. All of the gods have their job and own personality, but are they too greek for you? Keeping it fresh and quick, we learn all the major deities in the Greek pantheon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
Before we get to the stories, you need to know the context! And its just as messy and complex as you might think. Lets explore how the world was created...according to the greeksSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations
A little sneak peak into what you'll get from the show. The first season will air on the 1st of June.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/keeping-up-with-the-olympians/donations