The Odyssey Odyssey
Tom Lee retells the epic poem "The Odyssey" with diversions and excursions into the vast constellation of Greek myths surrounding the central story. The Odyssey describes a journey through time and against death, away from demons and towards home - if home is still there. Hear the story and the stories surrounding story while reflecting on how how humans have connected with this complicated hero for almost three thousand years.
The Odyssey Odyssey
Latest Episodes
20: And Then There Was One . . .
IN WHICH our intrepid band, having escaped from one man-eating giant, retreat to a tranquil bay, only to find themselves surrounded by thousands of giants with similar appetites. Poseidon's curse moves ominously towards its fulfillment.<...
19: Oh, The Wayward Wind
IN WHICH: We consider the implications of windbags, pompous and otherwise, as our hero begins to feel the full effects of the parting curse of the Cyclops.
Episode 18: The Big Bad
IN WHICH: Our hero seeks hospitality in The Wrong Cave. We meet everyone's favorite mythological monster: Polyphemus the Cyclops, whose appetites are as shocking as his social skills.
