687. The Odyssey: Hero of the Trojan Horse (Part 1)
The episode explores Homer's Odyssey as a foundational work of Western literature, examining its narrative structure, historical context, and enduring cultural influence, while teasing a forthcoming film adaptation by Christopher Nolan. Hosts Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook unpack the
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