https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hippolytus--7031720enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/add15ccbf2275e4724561ff583bd1a09.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hippolytus--7031720Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0000EuripidesGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgEurpides' tragedy tells of Theseus' chaste son Hippolytus, who refuses to worship Aphrodite in favor of Artemis. Aphrodite gets revenge by causing Hippolytus' stepmother Phaedra to fall in love with him, unleashing a chain of tragic events. (Summary...false170ca281-3669-57e0-9895-3a9bfea7ca3cepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/androcles-and-the-lion-george-bernard-shaw--74470129https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74470129Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:49 +0000Euripides"Androcles and the Lion" by George Bernard Shaw is a timeless tale that explores themes of compassion, courage, and the bond between humans and animals. This captivating narrative delves into the story of Androcles, a kind-hearted man who befriends a...5944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stories-from-virgil-alfred-john-church--74424783https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74424783Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:28 +0000Euripides"Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church" presents a collection of narratives that delve into the rich tapestry of human experience, exploring timeless themes of morality, love, and the complexities of existence. Church's storytelling resonates with...18800falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/full-dialog--74344394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74344394Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:08 +0000Euripides"Full Dialog" invites listeners into a rich exploration of themes that resonate across time, emphasizing the importance of open communication and the complexity of human relationships. This audiobook delves into the intricacies of dialogue, showcasing...2420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-5-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--74288452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74288452Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000Euripides"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol 5-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" delves into the lives and virtues of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome, showcasing their character and moral lessons. This volume continues the exploration of...28500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74172166https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172166Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:45 +0000Euripides"Libation-Bearers," part of Aeschylus's renowned Oresteia trilogy, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the weight of familial duty. Following the aftermath of a tragic murder, the play explores the moral complexities faced by its characters...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/germania-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74113053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113053Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:59 +0000Euripides"Germania" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a compelling exploration of the Germanic tribes encountered by the Romans, delving into their customs, social structures, and way of life. This work stands as a significant historical account that...4195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/symposium-plato-platon--74064421https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064421Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Euripides"Symposium" by Plato invites listeners into a profound exploration of love through a series of eloquent speeches delivered at a banquet. This philosophical dialogue delves into the nature of desire, beauty, and the pursuit of truth, making it a...8108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philoctetes-sophocles--74010228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010228Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000Euripides"Philoctetes" by Sophocles is a profound exploration of human suffering, isolation, and the struggle for redemption. The story revolves around Philoctetes, a warrior abandoned due to a festering wound, who grapples with betrayal and the longing for...5151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eryxias-text-559--73954242https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73954242Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:39 +0000EuripidesEryxias (Text 559) delves into profound philosophical themes, exploring the nature of virtue and the intricacies of human relationships. This thought-provoking dialogue invites listeners to reflect on the moral complexities that define our existence,...2333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--73895305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73895305Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:11 +0000EuripidesEuripides' "Electra," in the Murray translation, delves into the themes of vengeance, justice, and familial loyalty as it explores the profound emotional turmoil of its titular character. This timeless tragedy captures the essence of human suffering...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--73821094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73821094Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:25 +0000EuripidesMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius offers profound insights into the philosophy of Stoicism, reflecting the thoughts and reflections of one of history's greatest leaders. This timeless work delves into themes of...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedrus-plato-platon--73782526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73782526Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:26 +0000EuripidesPhaedrus by Plato delves into profound themes of love, beauty, and the nature of the soul through a dialogue that explores the art of rhetoric and the pursuit of truth. This work is a cornerstone of Western philosophy, offering timeless insights into...12816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73746596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73746596Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:41 +0000Euripides"Libation-Bearers," a pivotal work by Aeschylus, delves into themes of revenge, justice, and familial duty. This compelling tragedy follows the aftermath of a father's murder, as his children grapple with the weight of vengeance and moral obligation....4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-dramatic-reading-euripides--73718109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718109Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Tauris" by Euripides is a powerful dramatic reading that explores themes of sacrifice, identity, and the struggle between duty and desire. The story centers around Iphigenia, who finds herself caught in a web of fate and familial loyalty...5424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-book-vi-diogenes-laertius--73695471https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695471Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:01 +0000Euripides"Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers, Book VI" by Diogenes Laertius offers a profound exploration of the lives and thoughts of notable philosophers, providing insight into their teachings and the contexts in which they lived. This work serves...7175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eunuchus-the-eunuch-terence--73671043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671043Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:33:17 +0000Euripides"Eunuchus The Eunuch-Terence" is a captivating exploration of themes such as identity, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. This classic work delves into the life of a eunuch navigating societal norms and personal aspirations, offering...7058falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73646431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646431Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:08:23 +0000Euripides"Agamemnon," translated by Morshead, is a powerful tragedy by Aeschylus that delves into themes of fate, justice, and the consequences of vengeance. The play explores the return of Agamemnon from the Trojan War and the devastating events that unfold...8855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menaechmi-or-the-twin-brothers-titus-maccius-plautus--73609564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73609564Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:33:23 +0000Euripides"Menaechmi; or, The Twin Brothers" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic comedic tale that explores themes of mistaken identity and the complexities of relationships between siblings. The story revolves around the antics and misunderstandings that...7691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchae-euripides--73291341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291341Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:20:43 +0000EuripidesBacchae by Euripides is a profound exploration of the duality of human nature, pitting the rational against the primal instincts that lie within us all. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of divine retribution, the consequences of denying one's...5720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hippolytus-euripides--71996734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996734Wed, 13 May 2026 22:17:17 +0000EuripidesEurpides' tragedy tells of Theseus' chaste son Hippolytus, who refuses to worship Aphrodite in favor of Artemis. Aphrodite gets revenge by causing Hippolytus' stepmother Phaedra to fall in love with him, unleashing a chain of tragic events. (Summary...5935antiquity,aphrodite,classics,elizabeth,euripides,greek,hippolytus,latin,parkchorus,piriephaedrafalsefull