It's the end of the world, everybody. Well, it's the end of our mythology series, anyway. This week, we're talking about how mythological themes have made their way into the English language. We're taking on the Herculean task of...

Every day, we make decisions that have good or bad consequences for our future selves. (Can I skip flossing just this one time?) Daniel Goldstein makes tools that help us imagine ourselves over time, so that we make smart choices for...

Homer's "Odyssey" recounts the adventures of the Greek hero Odysseus during his journey home from the Trojan War. Though some parts may be based on real events, the encounters with monsters, giants and magicians are considered to be...

An encounter with a man-eating giant. A sorceress who turns men into pigs. A long-lost king taking back his throne. On their own, any of these make great stories. But each is just one episode in the "Odyssey," a 12,000-line poem spanning...

In which John Green teaches you about Homer's Odyssey. If it was Homer's If Homer was even real. Anyway, that stuff doesn't really matter. John teaches you the classic, by which I mean classical, epic poem, the Odyssey. The Journey of...

New ReviewOdysseus, cast adrift at sea, lands on the island of the Enchantress Circe. With help from Hermes, he wins Circe over and continues his long journey home.

New ReviewOdysseus is captured by the cyclops Polyphemus. He outwits the terrifying giant but suffers the wrath of Poseidon. Please note this episode contains mild gory and frightening moments.

Discover the fascinating story of the Trojan Horse, one of the most famous tricks in ancient history. In this video, we explore how the Greeks used a giant wooden horse to enter the city of Troy and win the Trojan War. Learn about Greek...

Lisbon, Portugal:From the depths of the ocean to the top of the hill on which the Castle of San Jorge sits, we will land in Lisbon, Portugal to experience everything that this ancient city has to offer. Its culture, its customs, temples,...

Ibiza, Spain:"Finally, we will take our flight to see the most beautiful series of islands in the Mediterranean, on the coast of Spain. We will arrive in Ibiza, and we will understand why so many people visit it on vacations."

We analyse Moon Sniper/SLIM, Japan's recent successful mission to the Moon.

Embark on an epic journey through the ancient world with our exploration of Homer's timeless masterpiece, "The Odyssey." We delve into the rich history behind one of literature's greatest works. From its origins in ancient Greece to its...

Sail into 'Who Was Polyphemus?' to meet the giant cyclops of Greek mythology! A quick, thrilling peek into ancient stories, perfect for adventurous young minds.

This episode explains how sirens appeared in ancient history, from literature to art, and looks at how the half human half bird creatures became more commonly associated with mermaids. From Ancient Greek legends to Medieval bestiaries,...

In this episode, you’ll hear all about Homer’s Polyphemus and Hesiod’s one-eyed blacksmiths, but also a little about the role paleontology has played in creating monsters. Join Dr. Zarka and special guests Kallie Moore and Blake de...

A tale from the Odyssey! Will Ulysses and his crew be able to defeat Polyphemus the Cyclops?

This video explores five fun facts about Cyclops.

In Part 2 of this Self-Discipline Series, Jesse introduces the story of Odysseus and the Sirens, relating it to the temptations and distractions in daily life. He suggests being like Odysseus by identifying personal temptations and...

This video provides a fascinating exploration of the enduring influence of Greek mythology on modern literature and culture, tracing its evolution from ancient times to contemporary retellings. Delving into well-known myths and...

John Fallon is a 7th & 9th grade English teacher at Fairfield Country Day School, a PreK-9 all boys school. He designed Dolus, a pervasive Alternate Reality Game to teach Homer's Odyssey in his 7th grade class. John is currently...

Richard F. Thomas, George Martin Lane Professor of the Classics, was born in London and brought up in New Zealand. He was educated at the University of Auckland (B.A. 1972; M.A. 1973), and at the University of Michigan (Ph.D. 1977). He...