Orestes & Electra, the Angriest, Best-Named Children of Greek Mythology (The Oresteia Part 2)

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Zeus, Io, and the Art of Founding Entire Civilizations Based on Women’s Trauma

In the Odyssey, Hermes is called the "Slayer of Argus"... but why? AND more importantly: Who is Io and why is her story both foundational and horrifying (with fun elements, I swear!).CW/TW: far too many Greek myths involve assault. I try to provide direct warnings when there is r ...  Show more

Liv Reads Homer: The Odyssey (A Modern Translation!) Book 11

No Odyssey is complete without a journey to the realm of the dead... Liv reads Book 11 of Homer's Odyssey, translated by Ian Johnston. This modern translation is used with immense gratitude to translator Ian Johnston and Vancouver Island University. Submit questions and prompts f ...  Show more

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