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The Homeric Epic Podcast
by Anthony
If you've ever heard of or read the Iliad or the Odyssey, you may have thought 'ehh, what's all the hype about?'. Why is Achilles so mad, and why is Odysseus such an asshole!?In this podcast I will be answering this, and many, many more such questions about the twin epics from the blind bard in audio format. So join me on this literary / historical / mythological adventure into the wine dark depths of Homers literary sea. homericepicpodcast.substack.com
Episodes
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Musing on Homer - Ep. 3
I finally got around to recording some of my thoughts on the Odyssey movie. I feel most of the criticism leveled against it relates to it being a film adaptation of one of the greatest stories of all time. This alone requires concessions to be made, and I am sympathetic to the medium enough to be...
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H.E.P - Episode 17: Iliad Book 16
In this episode we cover book 16 of the Iliad and the entire character arc of Patroclus. I touch on the complexities of Achilles situation and how he expresses his inner turmoil, but eventually does relent and let Patroclus fight. I also go over the character of Sarpedon, and how the poet has…
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Musing on Homer - Ep. 2
Hello Everyone! Another episode where I answer some listener questions and ramble on about whatever else I’ve been reading on Homer! This time I discuss, in broad strokes, how Homer is foundational to our western notion of literature, the attitude of women in Homer to their (usually) unfortunate...
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H.E.P - Episode 16: Iliad Book 15
This episode resumes where we last left Zeus, as he was taking a very deep nap upon Mt. Ida. The fighting is renewed and the hope for the Achaeans dwindling. The Trojans push the Achaeans back farther than ever before, and things are beginning to look dire. In this book I cover some interesting...
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Musing on Homer - Ep. 1
Hi everyone! Thought I’d try going off the cuff for an episode and answering a question posed on the substack chat! This might be a good way for me to produce more stuff for you to listen to between the main episodes. I think it could be fun to get some dialogue and questions going back and forth...
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H.E.P - Episode 15: Iliad Book 14
The fighting reaches a new pitch, and things look dire for the Achaean leaders. They do what they can, and so does Hera. Book 14 and its famous ‘Dios Apate’ appear strange nestled between bouts of gruesome fighting, but like many things that seem out of place in the Iliad, it serves a wider...
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H.E.P - Episode 14: Iliad Book 13
The Trojans have broken through the wall, and the fighting is fierce! Zeus takes a brief reprieve from supervising the battle, and Poseidon has a chance to step in and aid the Achaeans. He empowers the Aiantes, and the Cretans Idomeneus and Meriones, the former of which excels in battle this…
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H.E.P - Episode 13: Iliad Book 12
In this episode we cover the teichomachia, or the battle around the walls of the Greeks. This book contains some great similes and we also hear a great speech from Sarpedon on why the heroes fight, which connects both Hector and Achilles. Hector is on display this book, and it all points to his...
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H.E.P - Episode 12: Iliad Book 11
In this episode we return to proper Iliadic form: battle. After the night raid both sides are ready to go. We cover the Aristeia of Agamemnon, and also that of Hector. I also go over why Diomedes features so prominently in this book. Lastly, I touch on the connections between book 11 and the last...
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H.E.P - Episode 11: Iliad Book 10
In this episode I cover the black sheep of the Iliad, one of the strangest books in the poem: the night raid of Diomedes and Odysseus, or the Doloneia. We cover Diomedes and Odysseus brave expedition to spy on the Trojans, and meet the colorful character Dolon, if only for a brief while. I also...
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H.E.P - Episode 10.5: Iliad Book 9 Part 2
Continuing from the last episode, we cover the 2nd half of Iliad book 9. Having already heard from Odysseus and Achilles, we hear from a new character: Phoenix. He delivers the longest speech in the entire poem, detailing 3 paradeigmatic stories on why Achilles should return to battle. Achilles...
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H.E.P - Episode 10: Iliad Book 9 Part 1
In this 10th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we cover the first half of book 9, the start to the pivotal ‘Embassy to Achilles’. The tension between Achilles and Agamemnon has reached a critical point, and Agamemnon, desperate to save the Greek forces, sends an embassy to Achilles with lavish...
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H.E.P - Episode 9: Iliad Book 8
In this 9th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we delve into book 8 of the Iliad, full of heroes and Gods driving chariots. We see how Diomedes inviting Nestor to flee the battlefield mirrors a different moment from the Trojan war, and how Athena and Hera try to copy the mortal champions, but...
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H.E.P - Episode 8: Iliad Book 7
In the 8th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we go over the duel between Ajax and Hector, diving into the speeches preceding and following the clash between heroes. There are some interesting connections between the stories told by Nestor and the later events of the Iliad, and I also explore...
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H.E.P - Episode 7: Iliad Book 6
In the 7th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we delve into the life of Hector: The Mortal Man. As Hector returns briefly to Troy we are given a glimpse inside the doomed city, and inside the life of the doomed hero. Book 6 is one of the more thematically self consistent books of the Iliad, and…
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H.E.P - Episode 6: Iliad Book 5
In this 6th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we cover the longest book in the Iliad, book 5. Filled entirely by the exploits of the hero Diomedes as Athena contrives to bring honor to the young hero, we see how Homer is training us on model heroic behavior in these early books, preparing us…
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H.E.P - Episode 5: Iliad Book 4
In this 5th episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we will cover book 4 of the Iliad. The tension built by the first 3 books is held in the bowstring of Pandarus, and released in a shot that severs the oath between armies made in book 3. Battle begins, and the stage is set for one champion to take...
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H.E.P - Episode 4: Iliad Book 3
In this episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we cover book 3 of the Iliad, and a possible conclusion to the Trojan war; the duel between Menelaus and Paris, winner-takes the beautiful Helen. I also discuss some obscure myths contained in epic simile, and one explanation for the location of book...
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H.E.P - Episode 3: Iliad Book 2
In this episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast we cover the lengthy catalogue of ships that dominates book 2 of the Iliad. I cover the mythological references and subtle details that belies this seemingly long and strange passage, and show how there is much more than meets the eye in book 2. This is…
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H.E.P - Episode 2: Iliad Book 1
In this episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast, we dive deep into book 1 of the Iliad, the start of it all. Join me as Homer sets the stage for the destruction and death caused by one mans ὕβρις and another mans μῆνις. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other…
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H.E.P - Episode 1: Introduction to Homer
Welcome to the first episode of the Homeric Epic Podcast! In this introductory episode we’ll go over the goals of the podcast, the scope, and a background on the Homeric epics. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If you've ever heard of or read the Iliad or the Odyssey, you may have thought 'ehh, what's all the hype about?'. Why is Achilles so mad, and why is Odysseus such an asshole!?In this podcast I will be answering this, and many, many more such questions about the twin epics from the blind bard in audio format. So join me on this literary / historical / mythological adventure into the wine dark depths of Homers literary sea.
homericepicpodcast.substack.com
HOSTED BY
Anthony
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If you've ever heard of or read the Iliad or the Odyssey, you may have thought 'ehh, what's all the hype about?'. Why is Achilles so mad, and why is Odysseus such an asshole!?In this podcast I will be answering this, and many, many more such questions about the twin epics from the blind bard in...
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