Episodes

  • Homeric Hymns Ares and more

    Homeric Hymns Ares and more
    Jun 28 2026
    In which Dionysus, appearing as a youthful god with dark hair and a purple robe, is seized by pirates who are confounded by his divine power and transformed into dolphins when he reveals his true nature, sparing only their helmsman. The muse then proceeds to sing brief and reverent hymns to a splendid assembly of Olympian deities and heroic figures, celebrating their attributes and honours in gentle praise.
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    15 mins
  • Homeric Hymns Aphrodite and more

    Homeric Hymns Aphrodite and more
    Jun 24 2026
    In which the Muse recounts the irresistible sway of golden Aphrodite, whose charms conquer gods and mortals alike, save for the steadfast hearts of Athene, Artemis, and Hestia, and how Zeus, in a divine edict, compels her to surrender to mortal love for Anchises, kindling a fateful passion set upon the hills of Ida. Thereupon, with a delicate mingling of mortal yearning and immortal counsel, Aphrodite reveals to Anchises the delicate burdens and blessings his union entails, foretelling a future rich with divine favour and mortal consequence beneath the watchful gaze of the gods.
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    21 mins
  • Homeric Hymns Hermes

    Homeric Hymns Hermes
    Jun 20 2026
    In which the cunning Hermes, newly born beneath the shadows of Cyllene, weaves enchantment from a humble tortoise shell to create a lyre and embarks upon a bold theft of Apollo’s cattle, leading to a celestial quarrel that calls forth the judgement of mighty Zeus. Thereupon, the two divine brothers reconcile through song and gifts, forging bonds of friendship and conferring upon Hermes his charge over herds, omens, and the subtle arts of guile.
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    37 mins
  • Homeric Hymns Appollo

    Homeric Hymns Appollo
    Jun 16 2026
    In which the radiant god Apollo is born on the island of Delos, where his mother Leto wrestles with the trials of divine labour, and the young deity establishes his sacred temples and oracular sites across the land, winning homage and reverence from both mortals and immortals alike. Amidst the splendour of his lyre and bow, Apollo’s presence commands awe and joy, bringing forth sacred rites, prophetic counsel, and a flourishing of song and sacrifice under his far-reaching influence.
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    35 mins
  • Homeric Hymns Demeter

    Homeric Hymns Demeter
    Jun 12 2026
    In which the mighty Demeter, goddess of the fruitful earth, wanders the mortal lands in sorrow and disguise, seeking her lost daughter and nursing a noble child with divine care. Through sorrow and steadfast will, she commands the cycle of seasons and reveals sacred rites to humankind, marking the solemn balance between light and gloom.
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    33 mins
  • Homeric Hymns Dionysus

    Homeric Hymns Dionysus
    Jun 8 2026
    In which the birthplace of the god Dionysus is spoken of with reverence, credited variously to distant lands and secret mountains, yet always shrouded in divine mystery beyond mortal knowledge. The hymn honours him as the lord of ecstatic inspiration and solemn feasts, invoking his favour and celebrating his sacred bond with his mother Semele.
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    2 mins
  • The Iliad Book 24

    The Iliad Book 24
    Jun 4 2026
    In which the mighty Achilles drags the body of Hector in his wrath, but the gods, moved by pity and counsel, prompt Priam to venture boldly to the Greek camp to ransom his son’s remains. Therein the solemn rites of mourning and burial unfold amid heartfelt lamentations, as mortals and immortals alike bear witness to grief and the enduring bonds of honour.
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    45 mins
  • The Iliad Book 23

    The Iliad Book 23
    May 31 2026
    In which the Achaeans mourn the fallen Patroclus with mournful rites and grand funeral games, where heroes contend in chariot races, boxing, wrestling, running, and other feats of arms and skill, with prizes bestowed by the noble-hearted Achilles. Amidst solemn oaths and divine interventions, friendships and rivalries alike are displayed, as the warriors honour their comrade with rites both tender and fierce beneath the watchful gaze of gods and men.
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    48 mins