https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation--6879184enBooksCopyright Family and Culturehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/3e7bcd6eab45de7973edc47495b697db.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/oedipus-at-colonus-storr-translation--6879184Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:03:23 +0000SophoclesFamily and Culturespreaker25@adfreesounds.comIn this powerful second installment of Sophocless Theban Plays, we follow the heart-wrenching journey of Oedipus as he grapples with the devastating consequences of his fate. Having fulfilled the grim prophecy that foretold he would slay his father...false46df704a-6393-5762-97f7-fc4cdd992b8depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--74145864https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74145864Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:04 +0000Sophocles"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, is a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering, centering on the titan Prometheus, who is punished by Zeus for stealing fire and giving it to humanity. This timeless work delves into themes of resistance...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-storr-translation-sophocles--74100060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74100060Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:00 +0000Sophocles"Oedipus Rex," translated by Storr, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into the themes of fate, free will, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oedipus, a man determined to uncover the truth about his origins and the plague...5088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boss-edward-sheldon--74049550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74049550Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:26 +0000Sophocles"Boss-Edward Sheldon" presents a compelling exploration of ambition, power, and the human condition. Sheldon's work delves into the complexities of leadership and the moral dilemmas faced by those in positions of authority. Its themes resonate deeply...9657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74001046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74001046Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:30 +0000Sophocles"Libation-Bearers" is a powerful exploration of themes such as revenge, justice, and the burdens of familial legacy, continuing the tragic narrative of the House of Atreus. In this gripping continuation of Aeschylus's Oresteia trilogy, the characters...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-euripides--73949113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73949113Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:13 +0000Sophocles"Iphigenia in Aulis" by Euripides delves into the moral dilemmas faced by characters caught between duty and personal sacrifice, as the Greek army prepares to sail to Troy. The play explores themes of honor, familial loyalty, and the tragic...5998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menaechmi-or-the-twin-brothers-titus-maccius-plautus--73894150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73894150Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:59 +0000Sophocles"Menaechmi; or, The Twin Brothers" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a timeless comedy that explores themes of mistaken identity and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around the misadventures of two twin brothers who, separated at...7691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richard-iii-william-shakespeare--73799029https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73799029Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:16 +0000SophoclesRichard III by William Shakespeare is a compelling exploration of ambition, power, and the dark side of human nature. This iconic play delves into the ruthless ascent of Richard, the Duke of Gloucester, as he manipulates and murders his way to the...12566falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oresteia-aeschylus--73762856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73762856Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:09 +0000Sophocles"Oresteia" by Aeschylus is a profound exploration of justice, vengeance, and the evolution of societal order through its powerful narrative arc. This trilogy delves into the consequences of familial curses and the quest for redemption, making it a...15576falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajax-campbell-translation-sophocles--73730446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73730446Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:22 +0000SophoclesAjax, a powerful warrior in Sophocles' tragedy, grapples with themes of honor, pride, and the consequences of despair. As he faces the fallout from his perceived betrayal and the scorn of his peers, Ajax's struggle highlights the fragility of the...4849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/othello-william-shakespeare--73706464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73706464Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:43 +0000Sophocles"Othello" by William Shakespeare delves into the complexities of love, jealousy, and betrayal, showcasing the tragic downfall of a noble hero ensnared by manipulation and deceit. This timeless tale explores the darker sides of human emotion and the...11226falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peer-gynt-henrik-ibsen--73683455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73683455Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:50 +0000Sophocles"Peer Gynt" by Henrik Ibsen is a captivating exploration of identity and self-discovery, following the journey of its titular character as he navigates the complexities of life, dreams, and reality. Ibsen's masterful storytelling delves into themes of...19115falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-characters-in-search-of-an-author-luigi-pirandello--73658212https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73658212Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:45 +0000Sophocles"Six Characters in Search of an Author" by Luigi Pirandello explores the complex interplay between reality and fiction, as six characters confront a theater company in search of an author to give life to their unfinished story. This groundbreaking...7741falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation-euripides--73632786https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73632786Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:02:33 +0000Sophocles"Iphigenia in Tauris," translated by Murray, is a powerful play by Euripides that delves into themes of sacrifice, identity, and the search for belonging. The story revolves around Iphigenia, who finds herself in a foreign land where she must confront...6332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enemy-of-the-people-henrik-ibsen--73589217https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73589217Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:23:27 +0000Sophocles"Enemy of the People" by Henrik Ibsen delves into the moral dilemmas faced by a physician who discovers that the local water supply is contaminated, posing a health risk to the community. As he strives to reveal the truth, he confronts the powerful...10673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-macbeth-version-2-william-shakespeare--73552922https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73552922Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:15:57 +0000SophoclesThe "Tragedy of Macbeth" by William Shakespeare is a gripping exploration of ambition, power, and moral decay. This timeless play delves into the consequences of unchecked ambition as Macbeth, driven by prophecy and his wife's encouragement, descends...8108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/father-august-strindberg--73516402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73516402Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:19:58 +0000SophoclesFather-August Strindberg delves into the complexities of human emotion, exploring the intricate relationships between fathers and sons, and the profound impact of legacy and personal struggle. This work resonates with timeless themes of identity,...6286falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-2--70049261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70049261Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:54:38 +0000SophoclesIn this powerful second installment of Sophocless Theban Plays, we follow the heart-wrenching journey of Oedipus as he grapples with the devastating consequences of his fate. Having fulfilled the grim prophecy that foretold he would slay his father...3435classic,drama,family,fate,greek,loss,mythology,pilgrimage,redemption,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-part-1--70049258https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70049258Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:54:32 +0000SophoclesIn this powerful second installment of Sophocless Theban Plays, we follow the heart-wrenching journey of Oedipus as he grapples with the devastating consequences of his fate. Having fulfilled the grim prophecy that foretold he would slay his father...2333classic,drama,family,fate,greek,loss,mythology,pilgrimage,redemption,tragedyfalsefull