Greek Mythology Retold

Penelope's Bones: An Interview with Emily Hauser

An 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. 

Medusa: An Interview with Julie Berry

An 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. 

Hecuba and Hector: Mother and Son

An exploration of the relationship between Queen Hecuba of Troy and her son, Prince Hektor. 

Oenone: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology

An 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.

Achilles: Mother and Commander, Part 2 of 2

An 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.