Odysseus: The Wanderer's Curse Part 2 of 2

In this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, I sit down with classicist and author Dr. Eirene Allen to discuss her book The Epic Women of Homer. We explore the women at the heart of the Iliad and Odyssey, including Penelope, Helen, Andromache, and Briseis and the different forms of power Homer gives them.Are these women truly secondary to the heroes, or have modern readers simply overlooked the ways women wield power in Homer’s world? Join me for a fascinating conversation about women, war, survival, memory, and the enduring power of Homer’s epic women.The Epic Women of Homer Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

In this episode, I chat with Christopher Robertson, known online as Caffeine and Philosophy, about Homer, heroism, and why the ancient epics still matter in the modern world. As the author of The Hero and the Man and creator of the new course Understanding Homer, Christopher explores the timeless archetypes found in the Iliad and the Odyssey, the enduring legacy of Achilles and Odysseus, and the lessons Homer offers about courage, suffering, honor, and what it means to be human.Why have these stories survived for nearly three thousand years? What can modern readers learn from the heroes of ancient Greece? And why does Homer continue to shape literature, philosophy, and culture long after the Bronze Age has faded into history?Whether you're a lifelong lover of Greek mythology, a student of Homer, or simply curious about the power of great stories, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the poet who helped shape Western civilization. Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

In this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Saint to discuss her newest novel, This Immortal Heart, a sweeping retelling of the legendary romance between Aphrodite and Ares. Known for her bestselling novels Ariadne, Elektra, Atalanta, and Hera, Jennifer shares what drew her to the goddess of love, the challenges of reimagining one of mythology's most misunderstood deities, and the enduring power of Greek myth in modern storytelling. Join us for a conversation about Aphrodite, divine love, ancient sources, the art of mythological retellings, and why these stories continue to captivate readers thousands of years after they were first told.This Immortal Heart is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and wherever books are sold. Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

In Part 2 of The Wanderer’s Curse, we follow Odysseus from Calypso’s island through the Underworld and into his violent return to Ithaca. After twenty years of war and wandering, Odysseus is no longer the man who sailed to Troy. Through encounters with Achilles, Agamemnon, and the dead, Homer forces us to confront the true cost of war, survivor’s guilt, grief, and homecoming.When Odysseus finally reaches Ithaca, he does not find peace waiting for him. He finds another battlefield. This episode explores how The Odyssey becomes not just a story of adventure, but a story about the psychological burden of surviving war.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

In this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, we explore Odysseus as a veteran shaped by twenty years of warfare, loss, survival, and wandering. From the Cicones and the Lotus-Eaters to the Cyclops and Circe, we discover Odysseus as a deeply human figure: a man caught between the glory culture of Troy and the difficult reality of homecoming.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

Today on Greek Mythology Retold I interview Natasha Joukovsky about her novel Medium Rare, a modern reinterpretation of the myth of Icarus told through the voice of a contemporary Cassandra. We talk about hubris, fate, warning signs, and how the ancient cautionary tale of flying too close to the sun still echoes in modern stories. If you love Greek mythology, myth retellings, and the deeper themes behind the Trojan War traditions, this conversation explores how those ideas continue to evolve today.Medium RareExplore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

In this episode of Greek Mythology Retold, I sit down with bestselling fantasy author Ayana Gray to discuss her newest novel, I, Medusa. It's a powerful and intimate retelling of the Medusa myth. We explore how Gray reimagines Medusa not as a monster, but as a young woman named Meddy before she becomes the legendary Gorgon of Greek mythology. If you love Greek mythology retellings, feminist myth reinterpretations, fantasy author interviews, and deep conversations about storytelling craft, this episode is for you.I, Medusa is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

Continuing the in-depth exploration of Odysseus, King of Ithaka. In part 2, we look at the darker side of Odysseus. And how the Trojan Horse was the culmination of his skillset and cunning. Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

An in-depth exploration of Odysseus, King of Ithaka. We trace his early life, the roots of his cunning, and the shaping of a mind that would outwit kings and gods. And we ask the question that still matters: why Penelope was the choice that defined him.Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor

If your kids love Percy Jackson or Harry Potter, this one’s for you.NYT bestselling author Tracy Wolff stops by Greek Mythology Retold to talk about Aftermyth, Greek mythology, the role of fate, and what she hopes young readers discover through ancient stories told in new ways.AFTERMYTH Explore more Greek myth and epic retellings:The Homeric Chronicles, an adult fantasy series inspired by Greek mythology and the Trojan War.Homeric Chronicles SeriesWikiHow Expert Contributor