https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bacchanals--6879155enPerforming ArtsCopyright Family and Culturehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9df02b67e219f7658277cd7ae0701051.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bacchanals--6879155Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:24:35 +0000EuripidesFamily and Culturespreaker25@adfreesounds.comDive into the world of Euripides Bacchae, a gripping exploration of myth and madness. Set against the backdrop of Thebes, the story unfolds with King Pentheus and his mother Agave facing the wrath of Dionysus, the god who seeks to prove his divine...false7b3d54d9-73a4-5e0b-841c-83537bb85cdfepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-aristotle--74435141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74435141Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:04:50 +0000Euripides"Politics" by Aristotle delves into the nature of political life and the organization of society, offering timeless insights into governance, ethics, and human behavior. Aristotle examines the structures of various political systems and the role of...33302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/orestes-euripides--74379758https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74379758Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:38 +0000Euripides"Orestes-Euripides" presents a gripping exploration of themes such as vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. This powerful work delves into the psychological turmoil faced by its characters as they navigate their fates, making...6590falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fasti-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--74307721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74307721Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:10 +0000EuripidesFasti-Publius by Ovidius Naso is a captivating exploration of Roman festivals and their significance throughout the year, intertwining mythology and cultural practices. This work delves into the rituals and celebrations that defined Roman life,...19941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-euripides--74204539https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74204539Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:34 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Aulis" by Euripides delves into the themes of sacrifice, duty, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of war. As the Greek forces prepare to sail to Troy, the demand for Agamemnon to sacrifice his daughter Iphigenia to...5998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/furies-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74144303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74144303Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:48 +0000EuripidesFuries, translated by Morshead, is a compelling work by Aeschylus that delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the human condition. This ancient Greek tragedy captures the intense struggle between the furies, embodiments of retribution, and the...4011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-sophocles--74099128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74099128Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000Euripides"Electra-Sophocles" delves into the timeless themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty through the lens of Sophocles' powerful narrative. This enduring story explores the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by its...5082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--74048223https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74048223Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:01 +0000EuripidesEuripides' "Electra," translated by Murray, delves into the profound themes of vengeance, justice, and familial loyalty, centering on the titular character's quest for retribution following her father's murder. This classic tragedy captures the raw...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/androcles-and-the-lion-george-bernard-shaw--73999521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73999521Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:41 +0000Euripides"Androcles and the Lion" by George Bernard Shaw is a timeless tale that explores themes of compassion, faith, and the bond between humans and animals. This thought-provoking work delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters, showcasing the...5944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73947760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73947760Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:16 +0000Euripides"Alcestis" by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human condition, centering on the themes of devotion and the struggle against fate. The story delves into the depths of selflessness as a wife offers her life for her...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcibiades-i-plato-platon--73892760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73892760Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:03 +0000Euripides"Alcibiades I" is a philosophical dialogue by Plato that explores themes of self-knowledge, virtue, and the complexities of human relationships through the character of Alcibiades, a young Athenian statesman. This engaging work delves into the nature...8145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-1-the-dialogues-of-the-gods-lucian-of-samosata--73797508https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797508Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:14 +0000EuripidesLucian's Dialogues Volume 1, The Dialogues of the Gods, offers a captivating exploration of divine figures through witty and thought-provoking conversations. This collection showcases Lucian of Samosata's sharp satirical style, inviting listeners to...9564falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-from-virgil-alfred-john-church--73761123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73761123Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:03 +0000Euripides"Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of narratives that explore the human experience through the lens of the ordinary and the extraordinary. This collection captures the essence of life's moments, weaving...18800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fasti-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--73729460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73729460Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:21 +0000EuripidesFasti-Publius, authored by Ovidius Naso, delves into the Roman calendar and its festivals, intertwining mythological narratives with the rhythms of daily life. This work captures the essence of ancient traditions and the significance of rituals,...19941falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-buckley-translation-aeschylus--73705412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73705412Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:39 +0000Euripides"Prometheus Bound," translated by Buckley, presents a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering through the myth of Prometheus, who is punished by Zeus for giving fire to humanity. This timeless tale delves into themes of rebellion against...3778falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-around-the-world-collection-18-various--73682515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73682515Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:28 +0000Euripides"Myths and Legends Around the World" by Collection 18-Various invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of narratives that have shaped cultures and societies across the globe. This collection delves into the timeless stories that reflect humanity's...8129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trinummus-the-three-pieces-of-money-titus-maccius-plautus--73657271https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657271Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:38 +0000Euripides"Trinummus The Three Pieces of Money" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic exploration of the complexities of wealth and human relationships in ancient Rome. This play delves into the themes of money's influence on morality and social dynamics,...7381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timaeus-plato-platon--73630752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73630752Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:26:08 +0000EuripidesTimaeus-Plato is a foundational work that delves into the nature of the universe, exploring themes of creation, the soul, and the essence of reality. This dialogue, attributed to the philosopher Plato, presents a unique cosmological perspective that...28266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-murray-translation-euripides--73587635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73587635Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:44:36 +0000EuripidesEuripides' "Trojan Women" (Murray Translation) is a poignant exploration of the suffering endured by the women of Troy after their city falls to the Greek invaders. This powerful tragedy delves into themes of loss, despair, and the resilience of the...6180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-parts-of-animals-aristotle--73551347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73551347Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:45:06 +0000Euripides"On the Parts of Animals" by Aristotle delves into the intricate anatomy and functions of various animal species, exploring their structures and the relationships between form and function. This foundational work in biology and philosophy invites...35175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/through-the-looking-glass-version-5-dramatic-reading-lewis-carroll--73514975https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73514975Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:45:04 +0000Euripides"Through the Looking-Glass" invites listeners into a whimsical world where the familiar becomes fantastical, as Lewis Carroll explores themes of identity, transformation, and the nature of reality. This dramatic reading brings to life the enchanting...11373falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-2--70048632https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70048632Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:30:43 +0000EuripidesDive into the world of Euripides Bacchae, a gripping exploration of myth and madness. 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