In this episode we explore the role of Hades and the underworld in Greek culture. We talk about the dangers of death and the journey of souls after dying, with descriptions of characters such as Charon, Cerberus and the three judges of hell. We explore Zeus' relationship with Hades and Persephone, mentioning the origin of the seasons. We make a connection between Greek myths and modern psychology, highlighting how these myths help to understand and explain different human pathologies, such as narcissism and the Oedipus complex.
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