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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 1d

You should have it now. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 1d

You haven't. It's about to go out. A x

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 1d

You have not. Grappling with spreadsheets as we speak! A x

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Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · Apr 13

I had a joke about King Minos, but it got a bit lost. I could have done one on Asterion, but wasn’t feeling bullish. So, I tried Theseus, but couldn’t pick up the thread. I briefly considered Ariadne, but abandoned her. I’m such a Cretan sometimes.

I will not be taking questions at this time.

Alex Andreou @sturdyalex.bsky.social · Apr 13

I had a thingamajig about Lethe

Sean Jones KC @seanjones.org · Apr 13

I had a joke about Narcissus, but on reflection decided to keep it to myself.

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DeaconBiker aka Sally 📎🕷🇺🇦🇪🇺 @deaconbiker.bsky.social · 5d

If you haven't discovered this podcast.. go listen to season one, it's fantastic.

And if you can afford it, do consider supporting it with a contribution.

Really looking forward to hearing season 2!

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

Invitations going out over the weekend for several supporter sessions to discuss Podyssey: Season 2 topics (also, answer any questions and shoot the breeze).

Make sure the right email is attached to your ko-fi contribution - or sign up now if you want to get involved.

www.ko-fi.com/podyssey

Support Alex Andreou

www.ko-fi.com

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 5d

Invitations going out over the weekend for several supporter sessions to discuss Podyssey: Season 2 topics (also, answer any questions and shoot the breeze).

Make sure the right email is attached to your ko-fi contribution - or sign up now if you want to get involved.

www.ko-fi.com/podyssey

Support Alex Andreou

www.ko-fi.com

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 11d

Niche content, but his story is SO interesting. Thinking of telling next season. A

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Katherine Ibbett @eparpillee.bsky.social · 15d

Narcissus is not allowed on the table, as it happens

A cat contemplates a glass full of water

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Oeste @paolaoeste.bsky.social · 18d

Cancelled my #Disney subscription and used the money to support @alexpodyssey.bsky.social instead! 👍

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 18d

Your msg on ko-fi cracked me up. A x

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Esther Rockett 🚀 @estherrockett.bsky.social · 19d

This podcast is every bit as good as everyone says it is. And this episode rips 🏛️🐍

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Sep 1

🐍 MEDUSA - Here's Looking At You, Kid 🪦

Before Medusa was monstrous, she was beautiful. And before she was beautiful, she was powerful. She is a riddle that defies solution, from a time before the shape of things was settled.

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you! It means a lot. A x

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Victoriahollie3 @victoriaholliet3.bsky.social · 19d

Just listening to @alexpodyssey.bsky.social again. I have no favorite episode but if I did it would be Cassandra. Really looking forward to the next series. Well worth a listen.

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 19d

Also, look at how many macho men are famous for never laughing. Including someone very much in the news at the moment. A x

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Nigella Lawson @nigella.bsky.social · Sep 1

This has been an extraordinary series. Making a special date in my diary to settle in for a deeply pleasurable listen later, and suggest you do likewise!

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Sep 1

🐍 MEDUSA - Here's Looking At You, Kid 🪦

Before Medusa was monstrous, she was beautiful. And before she was beautiful, she was powerful. She is a riddle that defies solution, from a time before the shape of things was settled.

🍊 open.spotify.com/episode/67sR...

🍏 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a...

Podcast Episode · Alex Andreou's Podyssey · 01/09/2025 · 1h 35m

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Arthur Snell @snellarthur.bsky.social · Sep 1

The standout best podcast of all right now is @sturdyalex.bsky.social’s Poddyssey. Have a listen to the season finale!

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Sam and King Lucy the 1st @kinglucythe1st.bsky.social · Sep 1

I did Classics at A level. These podcasts are incredible. I wish we had been taught in this way.

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Sep 1

🐍 MEDUSA - Here's Looking At You, Kid 🪦

Before Medusa was monstrous, she was beautiful. And before she was beautiful, she was powerful. She is a riddle that defies solution, from a time before the shape of things was settled.

🍊 open.spotify.com/episode/67sR...

🍏 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a...

Podcast Episode · Alex Andreou's Podyssey · 01/09/2025 · 1h 35m

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Peter Welsh @peterwelsh68.bsky.social · Sep 2

I've just listened to this wonderful episode and was about to write a glowing review when I read Martins one so decided he said it all really so I should give it a rest for once!

Let's all support @sturdyalex.bsky.social and sign up to season 2 right now!!

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Rob Parker @robparker001.bsky.social · Sep 4

And ‘There’s no getting away from the Medusa myth’s sexual dimension - she turns men rock hard for pity’s sake’!

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Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 21d

Having said that, the podcast IS on YouTube music, if that your platform of choice.

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · 21d

I am planning a short visualised version of the story. But the bulk of the show - the analysis and deep dive is really crafted as an audio experience. A x

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Charlotte Augst @charlotteaugst.bsky.social · 21d

All of the episodes of season one have been absolutely cracking. This one made me laugh out loud, too. but as ever, @sturdyalex.bsky.social makes the trivial deep and the deep accessible. It's wondrous stuff. Thank you. Will subscribe now. Can't wait for season two.

Alex Andreou's Podyssey @alexpodyssey.bsky.social · Sep 1

🐍 MEDUSA - Here's Looking At You, Kid 🪦

Before Medusa was monstrous, she was beautiful. And before she was beautiful, she was powerful. She is a riddle that defies solution, from a time before the shape of things was settled.

🍊 open.spotify.com/episode/67sR...

🍏 podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a...

Podcast Episode · Alex Andreou's Podyssey · 01/09/2025 · 1h 35m