WINNOW: A Couple’s Close Reading of the Iliad and Odyssey
Welcome to WINNOW, a podcast where Owen and Isabella Gemmer read, recap, and discuss Homer’s two epic poems. New episodes every Friday will each cover one chapter. Whether you’re a first time Homer reader or are already a fan, we hope there will be something for you along the way.
Episodes
In Book 3 of the Aeneid, we get the full backstory. Aeneas and his men have been to so many places, and they haven't been able to settle anywhere. These guys can't stop, won't stop. In this episode we talk about what makes a place. Is Aeneas refounding Troy or trying to find a better place with Trojan spirit?
Watch this episode on YouTube.
Next episode coming November 6th.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our...
In Book 2 of the Aeneid, Aeneas begins to tell his tale, beginning with the fall of Troy from the Trojan perspective. It's quite tragic, but with a small glimmer of hope at the end.
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Next episode coming October 2nd.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Join us on our new journey as we read Virgil's Aeneid. This episode covers Book 1, where we meet our new Roman hero. So far this story is pretty similar to the Odyssey...
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Next episode coming September 4th.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
It's a new era for the pod. We are transitioning away from the Iliad and the Odyssey to begin discussing Virgil's Aeneid. In this episode we cover some historical context, themes to watch out for, and what translations are available to read.
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Stay tuned for next Friday's episode on Book 1 of the Aeneid.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
We continue our discussion of Christopher Nolan's Odyssey movie by reflecting on what makes a good adaptation.
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Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Here are our initial and raw reactions to Christopher Nolan's Odyssey movie. Beware: our thoughts are full of spoilers.
Let us know what you thought of the movie in the comment section on YouTube!
We'll be back on Monday for a more thoughtful review.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Can Christopher Nolan adapt the Odyssey? How will he do it? Is it an impossible task? Join us as we discuss this controversial movie before it hits theaters.
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Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
The premiere of Nolan's Odyssey is fast approaching. If you've never read the original text or just need a quick refresher, here's a full summary of the plot, plus some reflections on the main themes of the story.
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Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
In the final episode of our Odyssey series we discuss how this strange ending makes sense in the context of the whole story. Why does Athena intervene so much now? What is the Odyssey trying to say about justice? And do we still like the Odyssey, after discussing it so much?
What should we read next? Virgil's Aeneid or Aeschylus' Oresteia? Go to our YouTube channel to vote below in the comment section!
Thank you to everyone who ha...
Enjoy Book 24 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
Enjoy Book 23 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
Content Warning: This episode contains descriptions of violence. Listen at your own discretion.
Odysseus is back in his true form in Book 22. His first act back in business is to kill almost everyone in his house. Ouch... how does this change our view of Odysseus?
Listen to Book 23 of the Odyssey to be prepared for next week's episode on YouTube.
Watch this episode on YouTube.
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Edi...
Enjoy Book 22 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
Enjoy Book 21 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
This episode we're talking about foreshadowing. How is it used effectively in stories? How is it used in the Odyssey? Does knowing the suitors' fate make the story experience better or worse?
Listen to Book 21 of the Odyssey to be prepared for next week's episode on YouTube.
Watch this episode on YouTube.
Thank you for 1,000 subscribers on YouTube!
Thank you to Nat Copeland for our theme song.
Edited by Isabella Gemmer
Enjoy Book 20 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
In Book 19 of the Odyssey we get to see Odysseus and Penelope's first conversation, but it is not a reunion. And we ask the hot questions: Does Penelope recognize Odysseus? And if she does, why doesn't she say anything?
Listen to Book 20 of the Odyssey to be prepared for next week's episode on YouTube.
Watch this episode on YouTube.
Check out our bonus podcast on Patreon, CHONKERS a mini podcast about thick books
Thank you to Nat C...
Enjoy Book 19 of Homer's Odyssey. These audiobooks are also available on YouTube with text on-screen.
Thank you to Project Gutenberg for the full text of the Samuel Butler (1900) translation.
Narrated by Owen Gemmer.
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