EP 22: Satyrs and A Cyclopes

Garner's Greek Mythology · May 23, 2021 · 15m

... Welcome to Episode 22, SATYRS & A CYCLOPES

You’ve probably heard of satyrs, but not thought beyond their strange appearance. They are the combination of 4 or 5 animals, including humans. The big difference between satyrs and humans, though, is in their approach toward life. In this episode, satyrs collide with a one-eyed giant called a cyclopes--as well as encountering Greece's wily warrior, Odysseus.

“Drink, dance & be merry” was the satyrs' motto. No wonder moralists like the ancient writer Hesiod considered them worthless.

This episode is narrated by mythologist and best-selling…