Mythic Monday

This episode is the beginning of our dive into the epic known as The Odyssey. However, we are going to be talking about what’s been going on with Odysseus’ family.

This week we are taking a break from Greek Mythology and covering the Mythic founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus. From their birth to the founding of the great empire

This is the final episode covering the Trojan War. This episode gives an abridged version of all the major battles during the ten year war of great fame.

In this episode I wrap up all of the Set-up leading to The Trojan War. Next week we get to the good stuff that I know y’all have been looking forward to.

In this episode I cover the characters who I think are the three major characters in the Myth of the Trojan War. Topics Covered: Helen of Sparta/Troy; Paris of Troy; Achilles.

Trojan War Part 1 of 4. In this episode I cover the events that led up to the great saga known as The Trojan War. Subjects covered: The Marriage of Thetis and Peleus; The Judgment of Paris.

In this episode we cover the adventures of King Midas of Phrygia.

This week is a three story week of hubris and it’s punishment.

Special Guest: Travis. This week we finish the tale of Oedipus with learning the fate of his children through the eyes of his daughter, Antigone. Great victim, or bold icon of virtue. Listen and decide.

This week I’m flying solo as we dive into the craziness that is the myth of Oedipus Rex.

Special Guest: Mom. Join us as we talk about the mother of spiders, Arachne and why she does what she does.

Join Bobby and Special Guest, Mom as they discuss Medea and whether she truly evil or just misunderstood.

This episode we finish the epic adventures of Jason and the Argonauts and see what becomes of our hero Jason and his friends.

Join me this week as I cover the first half of the myth of Jason and the Argonauts. There’s a lot of ground to cover so I am saving analysis for the end of next weeks episode.

In this episode I tackle the myth of Bellerophon, brother to Pegasus and one of the greatest of greek heroes. At least till his fall from grace.

This week is the tale of Atalanta, the only Greek action heroine.

In this episode Bobby tackles three myths where love led to drastic transformations. First up Ceyx and Alcyone, lovers whose tragedy transforms both of them into something new. Next is Iphis, whose love transforms them into a new person (lgbtqa+). Finally there is Pygmalion and Galatea, a story about how a man’s love transforms his beloved. Listen in and then join the discussion.

Flying solo this episode Bobby talks about the myths of Pyramus and Thisbe and Baucis and Philemon. The first myth is the tragic source of Romeo and Juliet. The second is a story about how love and kindness can reap magnificent rewards.

Join Bobby and a special guest this week as they cover the tragic stories about the unrequited love of Echo and the rejection of love by Daphne.

Join Bobby and a special guest as they discuss the tragic romance of Orpheus and Eurydice and what versions of the myth make sense to them.

Join Rob and I as we finish the epic saga of Heracles and his Labors and Life.

This week we begin the lengthy tale of Heracles and his many adventures. Join Rob and I as we learn what really happened in Ancient Greece and not what Disney told us happened.

Welcome Back!! In this episode I’m flying solo and trying out a new microphone so please give feedback. This week we are cow themed with the stories of Io and Europa, princesses who had the unfortunate fate of catching Zeus eye. Plus a bonus prologue for next weeks episode.

Hey folks! Welcome to our season finale. Hope you enjoy our last show of the year and come back to see what we have in store for you next season/year!

This week Rob and I cover the Myths surrounding Helios, the sun, Eos, the dawn, and Selene, the moon. Hope you enjoy these three quick myths as the holidays begin to approach.

This week Rob and I cover the story of Perseus and Medusa. Y’all may know this story from Clash of the Titans and Percy Jackson, or you may not. Either way come join us on this adventure.

This week we finish the tale of Theseus and his adventures on the road to becoming king of Athens. Rob comes to a conclusion about Theseus. Let’s see if you agree.

This week Rob and I are diving into the adventures of Theseus and all of the heroics he did before facing off against the Minotaur in the infamous Labyrinth.

Happy Veterans’ Day everybody! This week we are continuing our story about Cupid (Eros) and Psyche. This week is about all the trials and tribulations that Psyche endures in order to get her family back together. Hope you enjoy!

Since we’ve finally finished the glossary we’re jumping back into telling the amazing stories of Greek and Roman Mythology. This week we begin with the wonderful story of Eros (Cupid) and Psyche. This is the romantic myth that inspired some of our favorite fairy tales. Hope you enjoy hearing it as much as I enjoyed telling it.

This week we continue our tour of the scary boogie-women from around the world.

We’re taking a short break from greek mythology to talk about boogywomen of the world in celebration of Halloween

This week we cover the multiple births as well as the mortal life of Dionysus the god of wine.

In this episode we cover Hermes the messenger of the gods. Warning: This episode covers a lot of rape.

In this episode we cover the many love affairs of Apollo. We also cover some of his adventures in the mortal world.

In this episode we cover the Goddess Artemis and her fierce protection of the idea of being a virgin. Rob gets promoted from guest to co-host.

In this episode I’m covering the god of the forge himself, Hephaestus. I’m going to take a look at his birth, marriage, divorce and second marriage. Warning there will be talk about child abuse in this episode.

This week I cover the details about Athena, Goddess of Wisdom, War, Skillcrafts and Domestic Arts. Join me as we try to figure out why she was instantly Zeus’s favorite kid and wether or not she can be considered one of his legitimate heirs.

In this episode we cover the God of War himself, Ares. Not just who is was as a god but who he was as a dad. Special Returning Guest for this episode is my mother.

This week I cover the goddess Aphrodite and a few of her greatest affairs, along with her many children.

This week, we cover the father of Greek Mythology himself, Zeus. King of the Gods, Father to many of them, as well as father to many of the heroes of Ancient Greece. Returning Guest - Robbie the Roommate.

In this weeks episode we’re going to take a closer look at the King of the Seas and his long list of lovers and children.

This week we’re going to catch up with Hades, God of the Underworld and Riches.

In this episode I cover two little known myths about Hera, The Queen of the Gods. Warning: This episode contains elements of Rape and Forced Marriage. Special guest: my roommate, Matt

This week we cover Demeter, the goddess of the Harvest, and her three kids. This episode is longer because of a special guest, my mother.

This week we are covering the Goddess Hestia. Goddess of Hearth, Fire and Home. We get to hear the myths of how she became a virgin and how a donkey became her BFF.

This week I cover an alternative version on the creation of humanity and how I think it impacts the way we see ourselves.

Today Bobby covers the tales of Prometheus and Pandora and how Hesiod believes how mankind came to be.

In this episode we continue learning about the gods by following Cronus and Rhea and the Titanomachy. Warning: this episode contains talks of Incest and Infantacide.

In this episode we start at the beginning with how the gods came to be. Warning: Incest, Infanticide, and Patricide to happen in this episode.

Welcome to Mythic Monday. I’m your host, Bobby, and I can’t wait to start this journey with y’all through the world of Greek Mythology. The stories start next week so get ready to learn about the family that started it all.