Greek Mythology Retold

By Janell Rhiannon

Hosted by author and historian Janell Rhiannon, Greek Mythology Retold explores the myths and legends connected to the Trojan War, from the rise of Helen and Achilles to the long homecoming of Odysseu... more

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Number 1: The Timeline of Trojan War Events
How the "Golden Apple" event and the "Judgement of Paris" inform a clearer understanding of a chronological narrative of the pre-Trojan War years.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
April 22, 201813min
Number 2: Epic Women of Homer: An Interview with Dr. Eirene Allen
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
September 14, 20261h 2min
Number 3: Hecuba and Hector: Mother and Son
An exploration of the relationship between Queen Hecuba of Troy and her son, Prince Hektor. 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
October 07, 202427min
Number 4: Briseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 2 of 2
Part 2 of 2: Continuing the exploration of how Briseis played a crucial part in Achilles life. Part two looks at how their relationship could have developed based on extant sources. By examining Achilles’ response to Agamemnon’s bribery and Briseis’ laments for Patrokles and Achilles, we’re able to glimpse an endearing portrait of one of the most famous Iliadic heroines. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
August 04, 201925min
Number 5: Briseis: Wonder Women of Greek Mythology, Part 1 of 2
Part 1 of 2: An exploration of how Briseis played a central role in the civil war between Achilles and King Agamemnon. Taken as a war prize, she rose in status to become the wife of Achilles’ heart. The Wonder Women of Greek Mythology series focuses on the female characters of the Trojan War era.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
April 30, 201925min