The Strange, Brutal Myths of the Greek Gods

Get early episodes & ad-free audio on Patreon: https://patreon.com/DrowsyHistorian The Greek gods are remembered in marble and museums as noble, serene figures—but their myths tell a far darker truth. From Cronus devouring his children to Zeus’s endless betrayals, from Hera’s cruel vendettas to Apollo’s plague-bearing arrows, the Olympians were not moral guides but reflections of chaos, lust, jealousy, and violence. This weary walk through their stories reveals how worship in ancient Greece was born not of love, but of fear—sacrifices made not for justice, but for survival under capricious rulers. Join me for a slow, ironic retelling of the myths that shaped the ancient world, exposing the absurdity, brutality, and strange beauty of the gods who ruled not with justice, but with raw power. 🛏️ Drowsy Historian’s Favorite Sleep Tools Looking to upgrade your nighttime routine? These are a few things I personally use or recommend: • Sleep Earbuds for Enhanced Immersion → https://amzn.to/4pVFoJy • Blanket Soft Enough to Make the Plague Feel Tolerable → https://amzn.to/3GSOq8f • Weighted Blanket for Pretending You’re a Mummified Pharaoh → https://amzn.to/4kVJCgE • Sleep Mask Headphones For Total Historical Escape → https://amzn.to/4nWsNVn • Book Light for Reading About Plagues at 2AM → https://amzn.to/4eSg0iu • White Noise Machine for Blocking Out the 21st Century → https://amzn.to/3GJ9jTw These are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the show while staying cozy. #GreekMythology #OlympianGods #DrowsyHistorian #HistoryForSleep #DarkHistory #AncientGreece #BedtimeHistory