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Greek Mythology RetoldMedium Rare: An interview with A. Natasha JoukovskyToday 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...
2026-03-0637 minGreek Mythology RetoldI, Medusa: An Interview with Ayana GrayIn 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...
2026-03-0152 minGreek Mythology RetoldOdysseus: Trickster King Part 2 of 2Continuing 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
2026-02-1718 minGreek Mythology RetoldOdysseus: Trickster King Part 1 of 2An 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
2026-02-1731 minGreek Mythology RetoldAftermyth: An Interview with Tracy WolffIf 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
2026-01-1049 minGreek Mythology RetoldPenelope's Bones: An Interview with Emily HauserAn 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
2025-09-1440 minGreek Mythology RetoldMedusa: An Interview with Julie BerryAn 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
2025-09-1440 minGreek Mythology RetoldHecuba and Hector: Mother and SonAn 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
2024-10-0726 min
Consciously Blooming with Natalie GreenEp.54 February Monthly Round UpSend us a textThis week's episode is our February monthly round-up! In this episode I share the activities and things I have been loving in the month of February AND sharing the activities and things that I will be adding to my routine in March!If anything stands out to you, consider adding it into your March routine and let me know what you'll be trying in the comments. Items ->Ole Henricksen Lip Balm: https://a.co/d/7X87n0YJolie Shower Filter: https://jolieskinco.com/products/the-jolie-showerhead?nbt=n...
2024-02-2725 minGreek Mythology RetoldOenone: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of Oenone, the wife of Paris and mother of Corythus. She plays a pivitol role in Paris's life and the final days of the Trojan 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
2023-11-2529 min
The Girlfriend God Podcast016: Women of War with Janell Rhiannon of the Greek Mythology Retold PodcastToday I’m happy to have Janell Rhiannon in the hot seat! She is the creator and host of the Greek Mythology Retold Podcast and also the author of the Homeric Chronicles, a retelling of the Trojan War era which you can purchase at any popular online retailer. The first 3 books are out and she is currently working on the fourth! All of Janell’s books are available on Amazon. Today we’re going to be talking about relationships and marriages and the women left behind during the Trojan War.
Janell has a Master’s Degree in History a...
2023-02-181h 09Greek Mythology RetoldAchilles: Mother and Commander, Part 2 of 2An discussion of Dr. Casey Due Hackney's essay on mothering similes in the Iliad and how modern day warriors reflect the same emotions as the depicted in Homer's work. The heart-breaking 2010 documentary, Restrepo, about the Afghanistan war is also referenced.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
2022-09-1215 minGreek Mythology RetoldAchilles: Mother and Commander, Part 1 of 2This episode explores the essay written by Dr. Casey Due Hackney where she discusses the "mother bird" simile in relation to Achilles and the book Achilles in Vietnam by Dr. Jonathan Shay. The relationship between Achilles and Patroclus (Patrokles) is also discussed.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
2022-09-1222 min
Mimesis11- Hey did you know Mimesis is a Greek termJanell Rhiannon of the podcast Greek Mythology Retold joins us to discuss the Mimesis between the movie Troy and the actual lore!
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2022-07-181h 18Greek Mythology RetoldThetis: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of Thetis, the daughter of Nereus, wife to King Peleus, and mother of Achilles. She played a pivotal role in Achilles' life and in the fallout of the Trojan 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
2021-08-1841 minGreek Mythology RetoldHecuba: Queen of Troy BonusAn indepth look at Queen Hecuba's intimate relationships as as a queen, wife, and mother after she is forced to give up her second son, Paris. Pre and post Trojan War era.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
2021-03-1023 minGreek Mythology RetoldAchilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2Part 2 of 2: Continuing the exploration of Achilles "history" with myth-facts about his childhood and training. And how his role in the Trojan War as a combat veteran and commander shaped his most intimate relationships.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
2020-11-2929 minGreek Mythology RetoldAchilles: Super Men of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2An exploration of Achilles "history" with myth-facts about his childhood and training. And how his role in the Trojan War as a combat veteran and commander shaped his most intimate relationships.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
2020-11-2937 minGreek Mythology RetoldHelen of Sparta and Troy: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Helen of Troy and Sparta became the symbolic spark of the Trojan War. As a favorite of Aphrodite, she endured the goddess’ blessings and curses. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2020-04-1337 minGreek Mythology RetoldHellen of Sparta and Troy: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Helen of Troy and Sparta became the symbolic spark of the Trojan War. As a favorite of Aphrodite, she endured the goddess’ blessings and curses. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2020-04-1337 minGreek Mythology RetoldBriseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2Part 2 of 2: Continuing the exploration of how Briseis played a crucial part in Achilles life. Part two looks at how their relationship could have developed based on extant sources. By examining Achilles’ response to Agamemnon’s bribery and Briseis’ laments for Patrokles and Achilles, we’re able to glimpse an endearing portrait of one of the most famous Iliadic heroines. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2019-08-0424 minGreek Mythology RetoldBriseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2Part 2 of 2: Continuing the exploration of how Briseis played a crucial part in Achilles life. Part two looks at how their relationship could have developed based on extant sources. By examining Achilles’ response to Agamemnon’s bribery and Briseis’ laments for Patrokles and Achilles, we’re able to glimpse an endearing portrait of one of the most famous Iliadic heroines. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan W...
2019-08-0424 minGreek Mythology RetoldBriseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2Part 1 of 2: An exploration of how Briseis played a central role in the civil war between Achilles and King Agamemnon. Taken as a war prize, she rose in status to become the wife of Achilles’ heart. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2019-04-3024 minGreek Mythology RetoldBriseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2Part 1 of 2: An exploration of how Briseis played a central role in the civil war between Achilles and King Agamemnon. Taken as a war prize, she rose in status to become the wife of Achilles’ heart. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2019-04-3024 minGreek Mythology RetoldAndromache: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Andromache’s experience of the Trojan War typified that of women in the ancient world. Unlike her Greek counterparts, Andromache lived through the war, day by day, alongside her husband, Hektor. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2018-12-1743 minGreek Mythology RetoldAndromache: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Andromache’s experience of the Trojan War typified that of women in the ancient world. Unlike her Greek counterparts, Andromache lived through the war, day by day, alongside her husband, Hektor. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2018-12-1743 min
The History of Ancient Greece084 Pluralists and Other PhysiologoiIn this episode, part two of four on a series on Greek philosophy, mathematics, and science in the 5th century BC, we describe the lives, influences, and various theories put forth by the so-called Pluralist School (Anaxagoras, Empedokles, and Archelaos), as well as various other Pre-Socratic physiologoi (aka natural philosophers) not associated with a particular school, such as Hippon and Diogenes of Apollonia, and the philosopher/medical theorist Alkmeon Show Notes: http://www.thehistoryofancientgreece.com/2018/11/084-pluralists-and-other-physiologoi.html Intro by Janell Rhiannon of Greek Mythology Retold Podcast Website: https://www.janellrhiannon.com...
2018-11-2646 minGreek Mythology RetoldPenelope: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Penelope evolved into the iconic figure of a faithful wife and cunning ally for her husband. Against the odds, she raised a prince to manhood and confounded dozens of suitors bent on ripping her world away. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2018-09-1834 minGreek Mythology RetoldPenelope: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of how Penelope evolved into the iconic figure of a faithful wife and cunning ally for her husband. Against the odds, she raised a prince to manhood and confounded dozens of suitors bent on ripping her world away. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2018-09-1834 minGreek Mythology RetoldHecuba and Leda: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of two queens: Hecuba and Leda. These two opposing matriarchs of Greek mythology's most prestigious royal families have more in common, than not. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2018-05-2724 minGreek Mythology RetoldHecuba and Leda: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of two queens: Hecuba and Leda. These two opposing matriarchs of Greek mythology's most prestigious royal families have more in common, than not. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2018-05-2724 minGreek Mythology RetoldClytemnestra: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of why Clytemnestra is one of the most powerful women in Greek mythology. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
2018-05-0615 minGreek Mythology RetoldClytemnestra: Wonder Women of Greek MythologyAn exploration of why Clytemnestra is one of the most powerful women in Greek mythology. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.
2018-05-0615 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of the First Trojan WarThe final episode in the timeline of the Trojan War series focuses on the generation of the First Trojan War, covering Herakles and Hesione, King Laomedon, and Podarces (Priam) and reveals how these events are tied chronologically to the second, more popular Trojan 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
2018-04-2914 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of the First Trojan WarThe final episode in the timeline of the Trojan War series focuses on the generation of the First Trojan War, covering Herakles and Hesione, King Laomedon, and Podarces (Priam) and reveals how these events are tied chronologically to the second, more popular Trojan War.
2018-04-2914 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of Helen of SpartaContinuing with the timeline of the Pre-Trojan War years, this episode focuses on events surrounding Helen of Sparta. How old was she when she was "taken" by Paris? When was she "taken" by Paris? How old was Helen compared to Achilles and Paris? These questions and several others are answered in this second episode.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
2018-04-2720 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of Helen of SpartaContinuing with the timeline of the Pre-Trojan War years, this episode focuses on events surrounding Helen of Sparta. How old was she when she was "taken" by Paris? When was she "taken" by Paris? How old was Helen compared to Achilles and Paris? These questions and several others are answered in this second episode.
2018-04-2720 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of Trojan War EventsHow the "Golden Apple" event and the "Judgement of Paris" inform a clearer understanding of a chronological narrative of the pre-Trojan War years.
2018-04-2212 minGreek Mythology RetoldThe Timeline of Trojan War EventsHow the "Golden Apple" event and the "Judgement of Paris" inform a clearer understanding of a chronological narrative of the pre-Trojan War years.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
2018-04-2212 min