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Greek Mythology Retold
Hosted by Janell Rhiannon · EN
Janell Rhiannon draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of Greek mythology and history to craft her adult mythology series, The Homeric Chronicles. She shares her indepth research in every episode of the Greek Mythology Retold Podcast. Discover the delightful surprises that breathe fresh life into both well-known and obscure figures of the Trojan War era. Join Janell Rhiannon on a transformative odyssey, where the echoes of ancient Greek history harmonize with the enchantment of Greek myth.
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Odysseus: The Wanderer's Curse Part 2 of 2
1w ago00:18:27Tap to summarizeIn Part 2 of The Wanderer’s Curse, we follow Odysseus from Calypso’s island through the Underworld and into his violent return to Ithaca. After twenty years of war and wandering, Odysseus is no longer the man who sailed to Troy. Through encounters with Achilles, Agamemnon, and the dead, Homer forces us to confront the true cost of war, survivor’s guilt, grief, and homecoming.When Odysseus finally reaches Ithaca, he does not find peace waiting for him. He finds another battlefield. This episode explores how The Odyssey becomes not just a story of adventure, but a story about the psychological burden of surviving war.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
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1w ago00:26:20Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, we explore Odysseus as a veteran shaped by twenty years of warfare, loss, survival, and wandering. From the Cicones and the Lotus-Eaters to the Cyclops and Circe, we discover Odysseus as a deeply human figure: a man caught between the glory culture of Troy and the difficult reality of homecoming.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Medium Rare: An interview with A. Natasha Joukovsky
Mar 600:37:51Tap to summarizeToday on Greek Mythology Retold I interview Natasha Joukovsky about her novel Medium Rare, a modern reinterpretation of the myth of Icarus told through the voice of a contemporary Cassandra. We talk about hubris, fate, warning signs, and how the ancient cautionary tale of flying too close to the sun still echoes in modern stories. If you love Greek mythology, myth retellings, and the deeper themes behind the Trojan War traditions, this conversation explores how those ideas continue to evolve today.Medium RareExplore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →I, Medusa: An Interview with Ayana Gray
Mar 100:52:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, I sit down with bestselling fantasy author Ayana Gray to discuss her newest novel, I, Medusa. It's a powerful and intimate retelling of the Medusa myth. We explore how Gray reimagines Medusa not as a monster, but as a young woman named Meddy before she becomes the legendary Gorgon of Greek mythology. If you love Greek mythology retellings, feminist myth reinterpretations, fantasy author interviews, and deep conversations about storytelling craft, this episode is for you.I, Medusa is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Odysseus: Trickster King Part 2 of 2
Feb 1700:18:14Tap to summarizeContinuing the in-depth exploration of Odysseus, King of Ithaka. In part 2, we look at the darker side of Odysseus. And how the Trojan Horse was the culmination of his skillset and cunning. Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Odysseus: Trickster King Part 1 of 2
Feb 1700:31:15Tap to summarizeAn in-depth exploration of Odysseus, King of Ithaka. We trace his early life, the roots of his cunning, and the shaping of a mind that would outwit kings and gods. And we ask the question that still matters: why Penelope was the choice that defined him.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Aftermyth: An Interview with Tracy Wolff
Jan 1000:49:34Tap to summarizeIf your kids love Percy Jackson or Harry Potter, this one’s for you.NYT bestselling author Tracy Wolff stops by Greek Mythology Retold to talk about Aftermyth, Greek mythology, the role of fate, and what she hopes young readers discover through ancient stories told in new ways.AFTERMYTH Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Penelope's Bones: An Interview with Emily Hauser
Sep 1400:40:57Tap to summarizeAn exploration of Bronze Age women. I talk with bestselling author Dr. Emily Hauser about her newest non-fiction book Penelope's Bones and how archaeology and cutting edge science has helped shed new light on the women of the ancient past. Penelope's BonesExplore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Medusa: An Interview with Julie Berry
Sep 1400:40:35Tap to summarizeAn exploration of what Medusa means in the modern era. I talk with NYT best selling author Julie Berry about her new book If Looks Could Kill and how Medusa's story still shapes power, rage, and transformation today. If Looks Could KillExplore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
Transcribe →Hecuba and Hector: Mother and Son
Oct 7, 202400:26:26Tap to summarizeAn exploration of the relationship between Queen Hecuba of Troy and her son, Prince Hektor. Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles Series
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