Odysseus: Hero or Villain? | The Odyssey Debated (S2 E2)

"Is Odysseus a hero or a villain? Welcome back to the show, where today we’re tackling one of the biggest debates in ancient mythology and Greek literature.In this episode, we dive deep into Homer’s epic, The Odyssey, to examine the legendary King of Ithaca. Was Odysseus a brave, brilliant hero guided by wisdom and loyalty? Or was he a selfish, reckless leader who sacrificed his crew for personal glory?We’re breaking down his most controversial moments—from the Cyclops’ cave to his bloody return home. Give it a listen, let us know where you stand, and cast your vote on who argued it best in today’s episode!If you love deep-dive debate podcasts, hit that follow button, leave us a 5-star rating, and share this episode with a fellow myth lover!"