S4 Ep 1 - The Scandalous Story of Hades

Release Date: July 29, 2021Summary:Welcome back to the DvE Multiverse. This episode dives intothe mythology and scandalous tales surrounding Hades, the Greek god of theunderworld. Rudy explores in depth how Hades came to power, and Jesus unveils anew level of production quality for the show.Key Talking Points:• Greek mythology and the rise of Hades• Scandals and lesser-known myths surrounding the underworld• The evolution of DvE productionContextual Deep Dive:• Hades is traditionally known as the ruler of theunderworld and is often misunderstood as 'evil,' though he plays a necessaryrole in Greek mythology.• The myth of Persephone and Hades is one of the most controversial in ancientlore, often viewed through modern lenses as abduction or arranged marriage.• This episode kicks off Season 4 with a promise of improved audio andstorytelling fidelity.Listener Prompts:• What’s your take on the myth of Hades and Persephone?• Should ancient myths be reinterpreted with modern ethics in mind?• What are you hoping to hear in this new season of DvE?