Ep. 35. The Odyssey: Why it was never just about getting home

For nearly *3,000 years**, *The Odyssey has captivated audiences with its gods, monsters and epic adventures. But what if Homer's masterpiece was never really about the journey home? In this documentary we explore *The Odyssey* through the lens of history, psychology and sociology, uncovering the deeper meaning behind Odysseus' ten-year struggle to return to Ithaca. Along the way we'll examine the world of Bronze Age Greece, the values of honour, hospitality and glory, the psychological sca...