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EPISODE · Jun 6, 2025 · 20 MIN

The Tale of Demeter & Persephone (feat. Cousin Alpin!)

from Tales of Olympus · host Ariel I Gou

What causes the seasons to change? Why do flowers bloom and then fade? In this magical episode of Tales of Olympus, we uncover the story of Demeter, goddess of the harvest, her joyful daughter Persephone, and the shadowy king of the Underworld, Hades. From blooming meadows to the depths of the Underworld, this myth takes us on a journey of love, grief, power, and the changing cycles of life. 🌍 Learn why the ancient Greeks believed winter came when Demeter wept. 🍎 Discover the truth behind the pomegranate seed. 👑 See how Persephone became a queen of both worlds. ✨ FEATURED: One-year-old cousin Alpin joins the podcast for a surprise appearance! (Listen closely—you might hear a giggle or two!) It’s one of the most beautiful and emotional myths of all time—and it just might change how you look at the seasons. 🎧 Press play now, and let the legends grow! Firstory Comment link : https://open.firstory.me/user/cm9mnn0v70a2d01rt6vgy7brl/comments please join our subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalesofOlympusClub/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel (please don’t blame me, I don’t have much time. The next YouTube episode (we are trying to catch up) is dropping on Saturday or Sunday!) link: https://youtube.com/@arieligou?si=JFQEkKSPI6Kivtr- Powered by Firstory Hosting

What causes the seasons to change? Why do flowers bloom and then fade? In this magical episode of Tales of Olympus, we uncover the story of Demeter, goddess of the harvest, her joyful daughter Persephone, and the shadowy king of the Underworld, Hades. From blooming meadows to the depths of the Underworld, this myth takes us on a journey of love, grief, power, and the changing cycles of life. 🌍 Learn why the ancient Greeks believed winter came when Demeter wept. 🍎 Discover the truth behind the pomegranate seed. 👑 See how Persephone became a queen of both worlds. ✨ FEATURED: One-year-old cousin Alpin joins the podcast for a surprise appearance! (Listen closely—you might hear a giggle or two!) It’s one of the most beautiful and emotional myths of all time—and it just might change how you look at the seasons. 🎧 Press play now, and let the legends grow! Firstory Comment link : https://open.firstory.me/user/cm9mnn0v70a2d01rt6vgy7brl/comments please join our subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalesofOlympusClub/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel (please don’t blame me, I don’t have much time. The next YouTube episode (we are trying to catch up) is dropping on Saturday or Sunday!) link: https://youtube.com/@arieligou?si=JFQEkKSPI6Kivtr- Powered by Firstory Hosting

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