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Have you ever wondered how ancient Greece started from zero and went to hero? From its progressive society, grand myths, iconic art, and rich culture, I invite you to come...
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Have you ever wondered how ancient Greece started from zero and went to hero? From its progressive society, grand myths, iconic art, and rich culture, I invite you to come explore this Mediterranean civilization with me! Hold on to your laurel and torch as you avoid getting kidnapped by Hades. Feeling lonely? Investigate sexuality with Achilles and Patroclus. Want power? Talk politics with Pericles. Feeling artsy? Learn how Apelles became one of ancient Greece’s most renowned artists. The best is yet to come, so take a listen as I open up Pandora's Box!
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Pandora's Box
Pandora's Box
[BONUS EPISODE] Resources for Classics
1 JUN 2023 · How do I learn more about ancient classics in my free time?
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🔎 Check out today’s bonus episode where we discuss different resources and avenues for interested learners to learn about ancient classics! There are many websites, social media pages, and YouTube videos that you can use to maximize your experience. On our website, we have a page that gathers these resources together.
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ℹ️ Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/theepandorasbox/ on Instagram and check out our website at www.theepandorasbox.com ! Click on the linktree in our Instagram bio and you can find all the ways you can listen to our podcast – Spotify, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio
Episode 9: Iconic Quotes and Sayings
1 JUN 2023 · 📚 In today’s episode, we cover different iconic quotes and sayings from various ancient philosophers from Greece. We interpret each quote for what they are on the surface and then we break it down to apply it to our daily lives :D
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ℹ️ Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/theepandorasbox/ on Instagram and check out our website at www.theepandorasbox.com ! Click on the linktree in our Instagram bio and you can find all the ways you can listen to our podcast – Spotify, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio.
[BONUS EPISODE] Music in Ancient Rome
3 APR 2023 · What music did the Ancient Romans listen to? Sadly, they didn't listen to Ariana Grande or Harry Styles 😥
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🎶 Join Thang in this bonus episode where he discusses about music in Ancient Rome! From the types of music that they played to the instruments that they used, there's a lot of interesting history to uncover!
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📲 Remember to check out our Instagram @theepandorasbox and website at theepandorasbox.com // Let us know what your favorite artists and songs are!
Episode 8: What Does It Mean To Be Roman?
3 APR 2023 · IS THIS OUR FIRST EPISODE COVERING A ROMAN MYTH? 🤯 It most definitely is!
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🎧 In this episode, you will learn all about the Roman poet Vergil and his most famous literary work, The Aeneid! Come join us in learning all about this epic story of how Rome came to be and the events that took place after the Trojan War from the perspective of the Trojans. We also discuss important themes that were present in this episode :D
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As always, check out our Instagram @theepandoras box and our website at theepandorasbox.com !
[BONUS EPISODE] Percy Jackson & The Olympians
28 MAR 2023 · 📝 On June 28, 2005, author Rick Riordan published the first book in his series that would define a whole generation. The Percy Jackson & The Olympians, an iconic book series that serves as an amazing classroom book and kid's playground conversation starter, would later go on to win many awards and even have 2 movie adaptations. How did this series become so popular, so quickly?
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Join us in this episode to learn about the history of the author and how he would become inspired to write this series!
Episode 7: Modern Retellings of Greek Mythology
28 MAR 2023 · 🧡 Have you ever felt overwhelmed, confused, and lost by reading classical texts? It doesn't have to be that way!
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Please join us in this episode where your host, Thang, shares his experiences with navigating ancient literature and how to start getting into them in a more fun way! This episode covers contemporary books that retell myths with modern settings and twists. And most importantly, we will talk about Madeline Miller and her impact on the world of modern retellings!
[BONUS EPISODE] Hero Profile - Hercules
1 FEB 2023 · Raise your hand if you've watched Hercules! 🙋
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💪 In this bonus episode, I talk about Hercules' life, legacy, and the important lessons and themes that we can draw from this ancient Greek myth. As one of the most iconic and well-known Greek heroes, Hercules has had an incredible impact on the "superhero" stories we tell and the gender roles that we play. Sit back, relax, and listen as I tell the condensed version of Hercules!
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Follow us on @theepandorasbox on Instagram and check out our website at www.theepandorasbox.com !
Episode 6: The Eleusinian Mysteries
26 JAN 2023 · NEW YEAR MEANS NEW EPISODE 🤪
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Welcome back to another episode of Pandora's Box! We have so many exciting plans for you all in 2023 and we are starting off with the ~Eleusinian Mysteries~! What's that you may ask? Listen and find out as your host, Thang, dives deep into the secretive religious rites and its festivities :D
[BONUS EPISODE] Classics Student Interview
1 NOV 2022 · 🎙️ Welcome to this very fun BONUS episode where I interview a Classics student all the way from Singapore! We talk all about how she got started, where her interests have led her, and MORE :D 📚 Larisa was such a lovely guest and if you'd like to follow her on Instagram, her account is @larisalibrary !
🌐 The Pandora's Box team has a new website that we just launched at www.theepandorasbox.com ! If you'd like to emerge yourself and learn more about Classics, take a look at our website! Also, feel free to check us out on Instagram @theepandorasbox
Episode 5: The Odyssey
1 NOV 2022 · It's ~spooky season~ and nothing scares us more than Odysseus' trials and tribulations coming home to Ithaca 👻 Join me in today's episode where we talk all Homer's story, The Odyssey, and talk about all of its main themes and messages! 🏴☠️
💛 Be sure to check out our new website that we launched at www.theepandorasbox.com ! Also, check us out on Instagram for the latest and greatest updates on our educational hub :DD @theepandorasbox
Have you ever wondered how ancient Greece started from zero and went to hero? From its progressive society, grand myths, iconic art, and rich culture, I invite you to come...
show more
Have you ever wondered how ancient Greece started from zero and went to hero? From its progressive society, grand myths, iconic art, and rich culture, I invite you to come explore this Mediterranean civilization with me! Hold on to your laurel and torch as you avoid getting kidnapped by Hades. Feeling lonely? Investigate sexuality with Achilles and Patroclus. Want power? Talk politics with Pericles. Feeling artsy? Learn how Apelles became one of ancient Greece’s most renowned artists. The best is yet to come, so take a listen as I open up Pandora's Box!
show less
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| Categories | History |
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