<p>Let the games begin! Join us as we discuss chapter 8 of the Odyssey wherein King Alcinous present athletic games in honor of their royal guest, Odysseus.  Dr. Gary Stickel believes this could represent the origin of the Olympics.  Join Sean Marlon Newcombe as he discusses this fun and potentially groundbreaking chapter with Dr. Stickel. </p>

Let the games begin! Join us as we discuss chapter 8 of the Odyssey wherein King Alcinous present athletic games in honor of their royal guest, Odysseus. Dr. Gary Stickel believes this could represent the origin of the Olympics. Join Sean Marlon Newcombe as he discusses this fun and potentially groundbreaking chapter with Dr. Stickel.

<p>Let the games begin! Join us as we discuss chapter 8 of the Odyssey wherein King Alcinous present athletic games in honor of their royal guest, Odysseus.&nbsp; Dr. Gary Stickel believes this could represent the origin of the Olympics.&nbsp; Join Sean Marlon Newcombe as he discusses this fun and potentially groundbreaking chapter with Dr. Stickel.&nbsp;</p>

Classical Studies 101 - The Odyssey - Cha 8 - Birth of the Olympics?

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