Forget everything Disney taught you—mythology's original stories hit different. In this episode, we peel back the sanitized versions to reveal the raw, often disturbing truths behind the myths we thought we knew.

The gods of ancient pantheons weren't the benevolent figures often portrayed in modern media. They were deeply flawed, vengeful beings whose personal vendettas and petty squabbles had cosmic consequences. From the Titanomachy—where Zeus overthrew his father Kronos after Kronos had overthrown his own father—to the devastating Ragnarok of Norse mythology, these divine conflicts reflected the cyclical nature of trauma, violence, and power.

Perhaps most heartbreaking is Medusa's true story. Far from being born a monster, she was a devoted priestess violated by Poseidon in Athena's temple. Rather than receiving justice, she was transformed into a creature with serpent hair—not as punishment but as protection against further harm. When Perseus came to slay her, he wasn't hunting a monster but a survivor in isolation. Even after her death, her body was weaponized, denying her dignity even in death.

We also explore Hercules beyond the singing muses—a tragic figure whose incredible strength couldn't protect him from Hera's wrath. His famous twelve labors weren't heroic quests but punishment for killing his family during a madness sent by the goddess. Rather than confronting his trauma, he externalized it through increasingly spectacular feats that never addressed his internal wounds.

These myths aren't just ancient stories—they're reflections of human nature that continue to resonate today. They show us how power corrupts, how victims become villains in narratives controlled by the powerful, and how trauma repeats across generations when left unaddressed. By understanding these darker aspects of mythology, we gain insight into our own modern struggles with justice, power, and healing.

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