This podcast episode explores the life and archaeological discoveries of Heinrich Schliemann, focusing on his connection to the Trojan War and his excavation of Mycenae. It delves into the complex character of Schliemann and his obsession with Helen of Troy. The episode also discusses the mythological stories of Tantalus and Pelops, the deception of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, the transition from blood feuds to a legal society in Greek mythology, and the significance of Aeschylus' play, The Eumenides. Additionally, the podcast highlights the archaeological findings in Mycenae and challenges the popular perception of ancient Greek civilization. It further explores the presence and roles of women in Mycenae and the historicity and portrayal of queens like Helen and Clytemnestra in Homer's works.
