S1E5 - Arachne the Weaver

This episode of "Greeking Out" tells the story of Arachne, a mortal weaver who was so skilled that she challenged the goddess Athena to a weaving contest. The podcast explains the importance of weaving in ancient Greece and introduces Arachne, who became famous for her exceptional talent. Arachne's pride leads her to claim she is a better weaver than Athena, resulting in a contest judged by Zeus. While Arachne's tapestry is more impressive, her disrespectful depiction of the gods angers Zeus, who declares Athena the winner and forbids Arachne from weaving again. Athena transforms Arachne into a spider, ensuring she and her descendants will weave forever, blending mythological storytelling with humor and educational elements. The episode also includes a segment from a sponsor, "Cousins," and a promotion for the "Zeus the Mighty" book series.