Lasting Legends: Greek Myths Surround Us
Greek Mythology isn't just a collection of ancient stories featuring captivating gods, heroes, and monsters. These myths continue to impact our lives in ways we couldn't even imagine! Young listeners will love hearing about how Greek Mythology lives on in their everyday lives. This podcast is hosted, written and produced by a high school student with the goal of sharing his love of Greek Mythology with other students.
Episodes
Have you ever wondered how museums bring ancient myths to life?
In this episode, we talk with Alexis Belis, Associate Curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, to explore how Greek and Roman mythology is preserved through art and artifacts — and why these ancient stories still matter today.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered how music became such a powerful way to tell stories?
In this episode, we uncover the mythological roots of Orpheus, the legendary musician of ancient Greece, and how his story still echoes in the songs, emotions, and artists we listen to today.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered where the idea of predicting the future began?
In this episode, we uncover the mythological roots of the Oracle of Delphi, and how her mysterious prophecies shaped ancient decisions and still influence how we seek answers today.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered where the idea of fast communication began?
In this episode, we uncover the mythological roots of Hermes, the winged messenger of the gods, and how his story inspired modern ideas of speed, travel, and instant messaging.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered where the idea of robots first began?
In this episode, we uncover the mythological roots of Talos, the bronze guardian of Crete, and how his story inspired the modern ideas of machines, technology, and artificial intelligence.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered why Cupid is the face of Valentine’s Day?
In this episode, we uncover the mythological roots of Eros, the Greek god of love, and how his legendary arrows inspired the modern traditions of romance, devotion, and Valentine’s Day itself.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered about the origin of escape rooms, video game mazes, or city designs?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of mazes and labyrinths.
Hosted, Written and Produced by Cole S.
Have you ever wondered about the origin of holiday spirit?
In this special holiday episode, we discover the mythological roots of winter holiday traditions.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Have you ever wondered what a "Trojan Horse" is?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of one of the most dangerous computer viruses.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Have you ever wondered about Thanksgiving?
In this special Thanksgiving episode, we discover the mythological roots of the family and food fueled feasts.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Have you ever wondered about Wonder Women's backstory?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of the Amazonian princess turned superhero.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Have you ever wondered what a "Trojan Horse" is?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of one of the most dangerous computer viruses.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Did you ever wonder how the Apollo Mission to the moon got its name?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of NASA's decision to name its first manned mission to the moon after the god of the sun.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Did you ever wonder who that guy with the world on his shoulders was?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of the iconic image of man who held up the world and that thick book of maps.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
Did you ever wonder how Nike got its iconic name and swoosh?
In this episode, we discover the mythological roots of America's favorite sportswear brand.
Hosted, Written and Produced By Cole S.
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