The Punishment of Sisyphus Pt. 2

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The Punishment of Sisyphus Pt. 2

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Jul 27, 2021

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After escaping Hades twice, the clever Sisyphus had drawn the ire of the gods. When they found him, they made sure he would face one of the most horrific punishments in history.
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Jul 27, 2021

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Myths endure for a reason. This episodic audio drama brings ancient myths to life for the modern audience. Each episode presents exciting stories and analysis of each myth's history and origins, giving insight into how our ancestors saw the universe. Mythology releases a new episode every Tuesday. Mythology is a production of Cutler Media and part of the Parcast Network.

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