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The myths of Ancient Greece still echo and shape the modern world. This is their story. APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alex-andreous-podyssey/id1798575126 SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2x7cD3HjkOyOKTF4YT5Goy?si=657111fc0e544740

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Sep 1

🐍 MEDUSA - Here's Looking At You, Kid 🪦

Before Medusa was monstrous, she was beautiful. And before she was beautiful, she was powerful. She is a riddle that defies solution, from a time before the shape of things was settled.

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MEDUSA - Here's Looking at You, Kid

Podcast Episode · Alex Andreou's Podyssey · 01/09/2025 · 1h 35m

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 4h

Last chance Tuesday lunchtime. A x

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There is one last chance on Tuesday lunchtime. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5h

I saw Rigg as Medea and Mirren as Phedre... A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5h

Again, HUGE thanks to all who came and your creativity. Again, apologies for being cut short.

Someone suggested an episode that looks at links with Germanic/Norse myths. How about using the Mοῖραι - the Three Fates as an "in"? From Norns and Matrones to Wyrd Sisters, they are EVERYWHERE. Thoughts?

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 10h

Second opportunity for ko-fi supporters to chat on zoom this afternoon, get an exclusive preview of Season 2, and contribute ideas for topics.

If you haven't received the email invite and you think you should have, give me a nudge. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5h

Sorry we got cut short! Yes, I will have a proper think about Phedre. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 9h

I am certain it will come up at some point. A x

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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · 10h

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Feelingantsy 🇬🇧🇩🇪. Maker of Puns @feelingantsy.bsky.social · 10h

If you want to support Podessey @sturdyalex.bsky.social is looking for Bacchus

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lblackstock68.bsky.social @lblackstock68.bsky.social · 12h

So glad I waited until the start of my half term so that I cam really enjoy listening to @alexpodyssey.bsky.social on Medusa. Perfect Sunday morning thank you!

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 1d

We know that Odysseus's dog was "Argos" (bright) and Alexander's horse was Bucephalus (ox-head) and Achilles's two were Balius (spotted) and Xanthus (blond), so my guess would be names related to attributes or characteristics were the norm. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 1d

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You have all three links in the same email! A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 3d

Thanks to all the lovely people who showed up! GREAT ideas for topics.

I think I MUST do a bonus episode on what Ancient Greeks kept as pets*!

Any more ideas, there are still two zoom sessions to go. A x

*Red figure amphora (470–460 BC), thought to be Penelope playing with her favourite goose.

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 2d

Their fighting cocks or race horses. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 3d

Maybe that will boost your creativity! A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 3d

Can you make the zoom on Sunday afternoon or Tuesday lunchtime to discuss topics for next season? Will forward the invite. A x

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 3d

First Podyssey supporters zoom at 6pm!

You will get a preview of what the plan is for Season 2
📜 AND 🏛️
there are five episode slots to be filled by your suggestions.

Check the email address via which you supported the show on ko-fi for an invite.

More zooms coming up on Sunday and Tuesday. A x

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Danica Ognjenovic @blytheroad.bsky.social · 3d

Went back to @alexpodyssey.bsky.social for Alex Andreou’s treatment of the tale of King Midas. After all, you can’t miss Trump’s hobby of Pimp My Oval Office, and our world is one of unimaginable wealth for some, crumbs for the rest. But King Midas is a cautionary figure. Bring it on, Alex.

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Mar 31

🫏 REJOICE! 'Tis here! S1E3 KING MIDAS - All That Glitters

When did this cautionary tale turn aspirational? When did we decide to elevate this lowly figure of fun, with the ears of an ass, to a gold penthouse? And why?

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King Midas - All that glitters

Podcast Episode · Alex Andreou's Podyssey · 31/03/2025 · 1h 30m

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

If you do it now and elbow me discreetly when you have, I'll make sure you get the invite. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

You should have an email invite now - make sure you look in any spam folders etc. and let me know if you have not received an invitation. Three sessions to accommodate as many of you as possible - on Thursday evening, Sunday afternoon, and next Tuesday at lunchtime. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 9d

Invitations going out over the weekend for several supporter sessions to discuss Podyssey: Season 2 topics (also, answer any questions and shoot the breeze).

Make sure the right email is attached to your ko-fi contribution - or sign up now if you want to get involved.

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

You should have it now. A x

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You should have it now. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

You haven't. It's about to go out. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

You have not. Grappling with spreadsheets as we speak! A x