Mini Myths: The Birth of Zeus

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Mini Myths: From Athena to Zeus

Hellenic Museum

8 episodes

6 days ago

Mini Myths: From Athena to Zeus is the Hellenic Museum’s new podcast for kids aged 7 and up! Join us as we explore the myths of ancient Greece the way they were originally told thousands of years ago: through voice and song. Performed by Aaron James, these timeless stories are filled with adventure, mystery, and fun, while still staying true to the original Greek. Welcome to Mini Myths: From Athena to Zeus! Created by the Hellenic Museum, this podcast explores the ancient myths and legends of Greece through the modern medium of podcasting.

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Mini Myths: The Birth of Zeus

Mini Myths: From Athena to Zeus

7 minutes 49 seconds

1 year ago

Mini Myths: The Birth of Zeus

Hello, friends, and welcome to Mini Myths: From Athena to Zeus! You might have heard of Zeus, the king of the Greek gods of Olympus. But have you ever heard how he was born? Join us as we tell the story of the birth of Zeus, how he was almost swallowed whole as a baby, and how he became the king of Olympus.

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This episode was performed by Aaron James and written by Natasha Marinopoulos, with sound design and mix by Greek Media Group.

Theme music: 'Tomorrow' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. www.scottbuckley.com.au

Story adapted from the Theogony by Hesiod, The Library by Apollodorus, Greek Mythology: A Traveller’s Guide from Mount Olympus to Troy by David Stuttard