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Live from Mount Olympus

Onassis Foundation
Prometheus
Zeus
Pandora
Greek Mythology
Fire
Minotaur
Eros
Aphrodite
Athena
Ariadne
Theseus
Olympians
War
Humanity
Athens
Theseus and Ariadne
Olympus
Hephaestus
King Minos
Creativity

A dramatic adventure for tweens and listeners of all ages, Live from Mount Olympus weaves timeless Greek myths with the artistry of foremost contemporary theater-makers and the imaginative power of audio. Hermes, god of storytellers, travelers, and thieves (Tony Award-winner André De Shields) is our host.

Season Six: Theseus and Ariadne: When King Minos of Crete demands fourteen young Athenians to... more

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As they set sail with the tributes for Athens, Ariadne and Theseus dream of their future together. But a rest stop on the island of Naxos reveals how quickly the Fates can alter the future for humans - and for the gods.

Live from Mount Olympus is pr... more

The moon is full, and Minos’s guards take Theseus deep within the labyrinth to face the Minotaur.

Live from Mount Olympus is produced by the Onassis Foundation.  

Karen Brooks Hopkins is executive producer.

Our series creator and showrunner is Jul... more

Ariadne must confront her mother, Queen Pasiphae, and enlist Daedalus and Icarus in her plan to help Theseus survive. 

Live from Mount Olympus is produced by the Onassis Foundation.  

Karen Brooks Hopkins is executive producer.

Our series creator ... more

The Athenian tributes' brilliant performance in the second bull dance infuriates King Minos of Crete. His daughter Ariadne faces a fateful choice - will she defy her father? Or will Theseus have to face the Minotaur alone?

Live from Mount Olympus is... more

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King Minos
King of Crete and antagonist of the story.
Episode: Theseus & Ariadne 1: "No tributes have ever returned to Athens..."
Beth Clancy
Weaver who crafted a warp-weighted loom
Episode: "Everything is part warp and part weft."
Nima Gobeir
Co-host of Mind Shift, a podcast exploring the future of learning and how we raise our kids
Mind Shift
Episode: Prometheus 3: “Grasp it in the middle – just where the zig meets the zag!”

Hosts

Hermes
Host and narrator, portrayed as the god of storytellers, travelers, and thieves, integrating dramatic storytelling with mythological elements.
André De Shields
Tony Award-winning actor portraying Hermes, enriching the narrative with theatrical expertise and engaging performance.

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many reviews highlight the accessibility of complex Greek myths for children, making it fun for family listening.
There are mixed sentiments regarding the pacing of episodes, with some praising the depth while others find it slow.
Listeners appreciate the unique storytelling approach that blends educational content with engaging narratives.

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Theseus & Ariadne 4: “Who puts a surprise for a kid under a huge heavy rock?!”
Q: If you're the son of the King of Athens, why are you a tribute?
Theseus explains that he grew up believing he was just a regular boy, unaware of his royal lineage until later, as both a secret kept by his mother and a test of his strength and strategy.

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What is Live from Mount Olympus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A dynamic exploration of Greek mythology unfolds through dramatic storytelling and rich audio artistry, making it appealing for tweens and listeners of all ages. The engaging narratives feature well-known figures such as Theseus, Ariadne, Pandora, and Persephone, intricately woven into contemporary themes like love, bravery, and family dynamics. With each season focusing on a different myth, the series invites audiences into fantastical adventures where characters navigate challenges and test their fates, often with a humorous twist provided by divinely inspired antics. Unique to this offering is the collaboration with talented theater-makers, bringing a distinct theatrical flair to mythological tales while fostering an appreciation of anci... more

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Live from Mount Olympus launched 5 years ago and published 58 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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