Sexy Mythological Retellings: Neon Gods/Mighty Aphrodite/Wonder Woman
We're going way back to ancient myths in this episode, taking a look at some books and movies that reimagine these eternal, compelling stories in a sexy-modern, romantic and exciting way.
Thanks to my special guest--listener and writer Mariah--for gushing with me yet again on this episode. You're the best!
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Books
Neon Gods is the spectacular Book 1 in the Dark Olympus series by Katee Robert. Electric Idol is the fabulous Book 2, and the third book of the four-book series, Wicked Beauty, will be published next month. I'm beyond excited.
This episode included an excerpt from Stephen Fry's fantastic Mythos audiobook. It's a collection of Greek myths, retold by the beloved British writer, actor and comedian.
Movies/TV Shows
Joseph Campbell's The Power of Myth is a classic book and TV show, and both are well worth the time.
I don't watch a lot of movies based on comic book characters, but I was absolutely stunned at how compelling and impressive Wonder Woman was —both the movie and the title character, played by Gal Gadot (one day, I'll pronounce her entire name correctly).
Mighty Aphrodite is an ironic take on the eternal push-pull of love and desire. Not every joke has aged well but there's still a lot of clever charm in the story. Mira Sorvino is phenomenal — she won an Oscar and Golden Globe for her performance.
Lore Olympus is a super popular webtoon that's now being adapted as a YA animated series.
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