in this episode, i talk about the story of cupid and psyche. this is probably one of my favorites. also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging introvert: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FMZOaFr2ITxqvmU7JGFDH?si=wghk36kcS_a6rCl_zgkkvw this is a try guys video about the whole anti-asian hate crime situation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14WUuya94QE more resources against anti-asian...
Feb 22, 2022•13 min
in this episode, i talk about the labyrinth of the minotaur. this story is weird as hell. also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging introvert: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FMZOaFr2ITxqvmU7JGFDH?si=wghk36kcS_a6rCl_zgkkvw this is a try guys video about the whole anti-asian hate crime situation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14WUuya94QE more resources against anti-asian violence...
Jan 18, 2022•16 min
in this episode, i talk about the princess of bekhten. this is probably my shortest episode, but next week, i'm talking about the labyrinth, so look forward to that. also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging introvert: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FMZOaFr2ITxqvmU7JGFDH?si=wghk36kcS_a6rCl_zgkkvw this is a try guys video about the whole anti-asian hate crime situation: https://ww...
Jan 13, 2022•6 min
in this episode, i talk about the story of shiva and sati, how their union came to be, and their downfall. this story is again one that i grew up with, so it's very close to my heart <3 also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging introvert: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FMZOaFr2ITxqvmU7JGFDH?si=wghk36kcS_a6rCl_zgkkvw this is a try guys video about the whole anti-asian hate crim...
Dec 28, 2021•12 min
in this episode, i talk about the Dashavataram, specifically six incarnations of Lord Vishnu. these stories are dear to my heart, as i grew up with them. i did my best to paraphrase the stories, and my main source was the recollections of my grandmother's stories and the puffin book of magical indian myths by anita nair and atanu roy. also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging int...
Dec 21, 2021•36 min
in this episode, i talk about the "jenny jones" case that happened in 1995. a lot of information for this episode was supplied by the inaugural episode of Trial by Media, a show on Netflix. also some further information... here's the short story: https://dakshagiakris.medium.com/the-headstone-e5fa7a0664bb here's my podcast: the musings of a raging introvert: https://open.spotify.com/show/4FMZOaFr2ITxqvmU7JGFDH?si=wghk36kcS_a6rCl_zgkkvw this is a try guys video about the whole anti-asian hate cri...
Dec 08, 2021•23 min
in this episode, i talk about the biggest family feud in egyptian mythology (debatable). not only were they all related, they all married and then tried to kill each other. SOMEBODY WAS DISMEMBERED. anyways, beware of gilded sarcophagi, boat races, and resurrection. also some further information... Pervis Payne, an intellectually disabled man, was going to meet his girlfriend at her home when he found her neighbor brutally attacked. He was immediately pinned for the crime and has spent over 30 y...
Feb 23, 2021•10 min
in this episode, i talk about greek mythology's pretty boy, adonis. everyone loved this guy, and we're going to talk about it. beware of giant boars, feuding moms, and jealous gods (what's new). also some further information... Pervis Payne, an intellectually disabled man, was going to meet his girlfriend at her home when he found her neighbor brutally attacked. He was immediately pinned for the crime and has spent over 30 years on death row for it. Here is a resource to help Pervis: https://inn...
Feb 09, 2021•10 min
in this episode, i finally talk about a story that isn't rooted in greek mythology. today, i talk about the egyptian version of cinderella. my narration is a bit all over the place, so i apologize. beware of eagles, SLAVERY, and royal decrees. also some further information... Pervis Payne, an intellectually disabled man, was going to meet his girlfriend at her home when he found her neighbor brutally attacked. He was immediately pinned for the crime and has spent over 30 years on death row for i...
Feb 02, 2021•10 min
in this episode, i talk about a few instances of where the gods got in a sibling fight. and by a few, i mean one story and a bunch of instances where hera killed people. fun. beware of the floods, olive branches, and animal transformations. also some further information... Pervis Payne, an intellectually disabled man, was going to meet his girlfriend at her home when he found her neighbor brutally attacked. He was immediately pinned for the crime and has spent over 30 years on death row for it. ...
Jan 26, 2021•10 min
in this episode, i talk about the trojan war. it's hard to decide who you're supposed to root for because both sides do some pretty messed up stuff. beware of the storms at sea, the messy relationships, and the unrequited loves. also some further information... Dustin Higgs was sentenced to the death penalty for the kidnapping and murder of three women when he wasn't even the one to pull the trigger. The real murderer came forward, and he is currently serving life while Dustin is still on death ...
Jan 19, 2021•34 min
in this episode, i continue the story of the horrific murders of the ken and barbie killers, paul bernardo and karla homolka. i continue to get grossed out that such people exist, and my heart hurts now. beware of manipulative scumbags, electrical cords, and the angry public. also some further information... Dustin Higgs was sentenced to the death penalty for the kidnapping and murder of three women when he wasn't even the one to pull the trigger. The real murderer came forward, and he is curren...
Jan 12, 2021•27 min
in this episode, i talk about paul bernardo and karla homolka, who raped and killed young girls together. this story makes me conflicted as i don't know if karla is just as twisted or a victim of circumstance, but you guys can figure that out for yourselves. beware the toxic relationships, charming smiles, and bad friends. also some further information... Dustin Higgs was sentenced to the death penalty for the kidnapping and murder of three women when he wasn't even the one to pull the trigger. ...
Jan 05, 2021•24 min
in this episode, i talk about the story of perseus and medusa. this story has contests, prophecies, and bad hair care. beware of snakes, discus throwing, and shafts of light. also some further information... Dustin Higgs was sentenced to the death penalty for the kidnapping and murder of three women when he wasn't even the one to pull the trigger. The real murderer came forward, and he is currently serving life while Dustin is still on death row. Here is a resource to help Dustin: https://action...
Dec 30, 2020•15 min
in this episode, i talk about one of my favorite stories in greek mythology, the odyssey. this story has love, monsters, betrayal, and best of all, killing people. beware of the ship sinking whirlpools, the manipulative lotus eaters, and poseidon. you thought i was going to say hera, didn't you? well, too bad. it's poseidon. poseidon's the asshole this time.
Dec 16, 2020•22 min
In this episode, I talk about the unfortunate fate of Prometheus and how Zeus hated him. I figured out that Zeus also doesn't know how to NOT punish man. Beware of fire, bones, and eagles. The last one is the most important.
Dec 09, 2020•10 min
In this episode, I end the story of Hercules by talking about the actual 12 tasks. Again- I cannot reiterate this enough- this man COULD NOT catch a break. Beware of the flesh eating horses, the killer Amazonians, and Hera again. Just beware Hera. That's all I can say.
Dec 02, 2020•32 min
In this episode, I start the story of Hercules, one of the most well known Greek heroes. The poor guy just couldn't catch a break. Beware of the baby-killing vipers, the towering Minyans, and Hera. Just beware Hera.
Nov 11, 2020•16 min
My audio conked out in the last half but that's okay. In this episode, I explain the trial and the proceedings to get the three out of jail. This episode is way longer but that's because the trial itself was so weird that I felt I needed to explain as much as I can. Beware of the "occult trappings", angry documentaries, and the hair in shoelaces.
Nov 04, 2020•50 min
In this episode, I talk about the West Memphis Three, a triple homicide that landed three innocent teens in jail. I get pretty agitated for good reason. Beware of the horrible interrogation techniques, the gothic teens, and the uber religious townspeople.
Oct 28, 2020•30 min
In this episode, I talk about Oedipus and the weird family dynamic that follows him. I shudder in disgust a few times, but other than that, I'm unfazed. Beware of the patricide, incest, and golden pins.
Oct 22, 2020•13 min
Sorry the episode was late!! In this episode, I talk about 4 sets of sisters within Greek Mythology who each have a certain role and contribution to the flow of time and fate. We go to every end of the spectrum from hippie vibes to bloodthirsty bat women. Beware of naughty children, burning logs, and bat wings.
Oct 15, 2020•13 min
In this episode, I retell the story of Hermaphroditus. I would like to add a warning that I do discuss sexual assault as it is brought up in the story, so if that triggers you, please wait until next week's episode. Beware of the pervy nymphs, egotistic prepubescents, and cursed fountains.
Oct 07, 2020•8 min
In this episode, I talk about a love story that wasn't included in the doomed love stories episodes. This story is just sad. Beware of the pan flutes, goat legs, and scared wood nymphs.
Sep 30, 2020•7 min
In this episode, I continue with 4 more stories of Greek couples who met a tragic end. I sound very detached from the stories, but when I was researching these, it hurt. Beware of the treks into the Underworld, falling stone disks, and misleading lioness sightings.
Sep 24, 2020•16 min
In this episode, I continue talking about Harold Shipman, the British doctor who killed elderly female patients under his care. This episode is more about his arrest and his last murder and how that got him busted. I get angry towards the end so watch out!
Sep 16, 2020•12 min
On this episode, I introduce our first true crime/serial killer case. We talk about Harold Shipman, a British doctor who trailed bodies wherever he went. This was my first episode talking about this, so please go easy on me :)
Sep 10, 2020•27 min
In this episode, I tell the stories of some doomed relationships in greek mythology. Listen closely; you might know some! Beware the tree transfigurations, cursed dragons, and romantic puddles.
Sep 02, 2020•18 min
In this episode, I talk about some of the most infuriating people within the Greek anthology. I got most of this information from the Gizmodo article titled "The 13 Biggest Assholes in Greek Mythology". Beware of the psycho exes, serial cheating, and the most irritating people you will ever hear about.
Aug 27, 2020•25 min
In this podcast, I introduce the dynamic between Ares, Aphrodite and Hephaestus. Hephaestus is the baddest of the baddies and no one can tell me otherwise. Beware of the throne traps, invisible nets and horrible matchmaking.
Aug 20, 2020•10 min
