In the final episode of the season, "Greeking Out" explores legends from the Ancient Olympics, distinct from a contemporary sporting event that cannot be named for legal reasons. The hosts recount the mythical origins of the games, including the stories of King Pelops and Heracles, and highlight the significance of the quadrennial circuit of games. They share the stories of several Olympic champions: Theogenes of Thassos, known for his strength and statue incident; Diagoras of Rhodes, celebrated alongside his champion sons; Melenchomas of Caria, a defensive boxer; Astoulos of Croton, a controversial free agent; and Canisca, a Spartan princess who broke barriers in chariot racing. The episode also includes a break with an advertisement for "Greeking Out Book 2" and a humorous segment on proving oneself through heroic feats.
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