https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hecuba--6879209enDramaCopyright Family and Culturehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d039c3ef5b91793e6cde7b91730940ba.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hecuba--6879209Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:27:39 +0000EuripidesFamily and Culturespreaker25@adfreesounds.comIn a gripping tale reminiscent of Euripides Trojan Women, this play unfolds in the aftermath of Troys fall. Hecuba, the heartbroken widow of King Priam, grapples with the devastating loss of her daughter Polyxena and her son Polydore. With vengeance...false1bab6822-7883-57d6-810f-1bfc1a2b3c51episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74435610https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74435610Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000EuripidesAgamemnon, translated by Morshead, is a timeless work by Aeschylus that delves into the themes of fate, justice, and the consequences of war. This powerful tragedy follows the return of Agamemnon from the Trojan War and the ensuing turmoil within his...8855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--74380713https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74380713Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:04:38 +0000Euripides"De Anima" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the soul, exploring the essence of life and consciousness. This foundational text in philosophy examines the relationship between the body and the soul, offering insights that have shaped centuries of...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-4-zeus-the-tragedian-lucian-of-samosata--74308230https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74308230Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:12 +0000EuripidesLucian's Dialogues Volume 4, titled "Zeus the Tragedian," presents a captivating exploration of themes surrounding the divine and the human condition through the lens of classical dialogue. This work invites listeners to engage with the wit and satire...4704falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-euripides--74205305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74205305Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Aulis" by Euripides is a powerful exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of war. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, the story delves into the heart-wrenching choices made by...5998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charmides-plato-platon--74145092https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74145092Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:05:57 +0000Euripides"Charmides" by Plato explores profound philosophical themes, particularly the nature of temperance and self-knowledge. Through a dialogue that unfolds in the context of ancient Athens, the characters engage in deep discussions that challenge their...3905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clouds-aristophanes--74099562https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74099562Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000Euripides"Clouds" by Aristophanes is a timeless comedic masterpiece that critiques the intellectual trends of ancient Athens, particularly the rise of sophistry and the questioning of traditional values. Through sharp wit and humor, Aristophanes explores...5917falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--74048902https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74048902Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:06:19 +0000Euripides"Bacchanals-Euripides" delves into the themes of divine retribution, the clash between civilization and primal instincts, and the consequences of human actions. This powerful work captures the essence of human emotion and the struggle against fate,...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--74000181https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74000181Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000EuripidesEuripides' "Electra," in the Murray translation, delves into the intense emotional landscape of a young woman grappling with her family's tragic legacy. Centered on themes of vengeance, loyalty, and the quest for justice, the story explores the depths...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/physics-aristotle--73948406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73948406Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:29 +0000Euripides"Physics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational concepts of physics as articulated by Aristotle, exploring the principles that have shaped our understanding of the natural world. This work invites listeners to engage with the timeless inquiries into...34744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-murray-translation-sophocles--73893348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73893348Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:02 +0000EuripidesOedipus Rex, translated by Murray, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, free will, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oedipus, a king determined to uncover the mystery behind a devastating plague afflicting his...6120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-virgil--73798110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73798110Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:03:15 +0000Euripides"Georgics" by Virgil is a profound exploration of rural life and the relationship between humanity and nature, encapsulating themes of agriculture, labor, and the cycles of life. This timeless work reflects on the beauty and challenges of farming,...10304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation-euripides--73761898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73761898Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:03:08 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Tauris," translated by Murray, is a powerful exploration of fate, sacrifice, and the complexities of familial bonds, as depicted in Euripides' timeless tragedy. The story delves into the themes of loyalty and the struggle against the...6332falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-marcus-aurelius--73729920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73729920Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:03:22 +0000Euripides"Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius is a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, offering insights into the nature of life, virtue, and personal resilience. Written as a series of personal reflections, Aurelius emphasizes the importance of...25147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lysis--73705725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73705725Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:46 +0000EuripidesLysis invites listeners into a profound exploration of friendship, identity, and the essence of human connection. This timeless work delves into the philosophical inquiries that shape our understanding of relationships and self-awareness, making it a...3355falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73682946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73682946Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:40 +0000Euripides"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical exploration of morality, examining the fundamental nature of good and evil. Cicero's insights into ethical principles and human conduct remain profoundly relevant,...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acharnians-billson-translation-aristophanes--73657667https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657667Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:48 +0000Euripides"Acharnians," translated by Billson, is a classic work by Aristophanes that explores themes of war, peace, and individual desires amidst the chaos of conflict. The play's protagonist seeks personal peace and a return to normalcy in a time of strife,...5752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--73632202https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73632202Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:45:29 +0000EuripidesLausiac History-Palladius offers a profound exploration of early Christian monasticism through the lens of Palladius, who chronicles the lives and teachings of the desert fathers. This historical account serves as a testament to the enduring strength...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-2-the-dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-lucian-of-samosata--73588275https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73588275Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:02:42 +0000EuripidesLucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, presents a fascinating exploration of the interactions and philosophical musings of deities associated with the sea. Through witty and engaging dialogues, Lucian delves into themes of divine...3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-titus-maccius-plautus--73551999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73551999Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:59:28 +0000Euripides"Pseudolus or, The Cheat" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic Roman comedy that explores themes of deception, cleverness, and the lengths one will go to achieve their desires. At its heart, the play revolves around the cunning slave Pseudolus, who...7951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fall-of-troy-quintus-smyrnaeus--73515665https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73515665Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:02:08 +0000Euripides"Fall of Troy" by Quintus Smyrnaeus captures the poignant aftermath of the Trojan War, detailing the fateful events that follow the fall of the great city. This epic poem explores themes of loss, heroism, and the inexorable march of fate, inviting...33396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-2--70049751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70049751Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:06:23 +0000EuripidesIn a gripping tale reminiscent of Euripides Trojan Women, this play unfolds in the aftermath of Troys fall. Hecuba, the heartbroken widow of King Priam, grapples with the devastating loss of her daughter Polyxena and her son Polydore. With vengeance...3121ancient,betrayal,drama,family,grief,legacy,loss,power,revenge,tragedyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-part-1--70049750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70049750Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:06:18 +0000EuripidesIn a gripping tale reminiscent of Euripides Trojan Women, this play unfolds in the aftermath of Troys fall. Hecuba, the heartbroken widow of King Priam, grapples with the devastating loss of her daughter Polyxena and her son Polydore. With vengeance...1791ancient,betrayal,drama,family,grief,legacy,loss,power,revenge,tragedyfalsefull