<p>The myths of Io and Semele are both tragic tales, demonstrating the terrifying wrath of Hera. Understandably Hera is annoyed that Zeus can not seem to keep it in his pants ... but were these punishments REALLY necessary? Did Io really need to be turned into a cow? Did Semele really need to burst into flames (even if she is the mother of the next Olympian god, Dionysus)??? </p>

The myths of Io and Semele are both tragic tales, demonstrating the terrifying wrath of Hera. Understandably Hera is annoyed that Zeus can not seem to keep it in his pants ... but were these punishments REALLY necessary? Did Io really need to be turned into a cow? Did Semele really need to burst into flames (even if she is the mother of the next Olympian god, Dionysus)???

<p>The myths of Io and Semele are both tragic tales, demonstrating the terrifying wrath of Hera. Understandably Hera is annoyed that Zeus can not seem to keep it in his pants ... but were these punishments REALLY necessary? Did Io really need to be turned into a cow? Did Semele really need to burst into flames (even if she is the mother of the next Olympian god, Dionysus)???&nbsp;</p>

The Myths Of Io & Semele: The 2 Women Hera Didn't Like

Join our host Erica Stevenson as she navigates Ancient Greek &amp; Roman history in a new light. Together we'll be tackling the most underrated myths, the frustration of famous characters and the absurdity of historical events in a fun and light hearted way.

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Join our host Erica Stevenson as she navigates Ancient Greek & Roman history in a new light. Together we'll be tackling the most underrated myths, the frustration of famous characters and the absurdity of historical events in a fun and light hearted way.

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