Etymoleon - Word History, the etymology podcast.

120. Mythology II: Controversy

May 17, 2026·17 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This podcast returns on May 31st 2026. A rejected advance gives rise to a false accusation. Twins are born, each to a different father. A king kills his nephews and serves them at a feast. Greek mythology is full of controversial tales. Alongside these mythological stories, this episode traces the origins of words such as oppugn, vitriol, infandous, cannibal, inveigh, lurid and obscene. Transition sound by https://audionautix.com - https://www.greekmythology.com/ h...

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