When the Gods Fell Silent: The End of Mythology in Ancient Greece | Greek Mythology Final Episode

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Our whole playlist on Greek Mythology can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEbAHi3fZpuFYsrqigjTAAKA7Di3D6PNg Episode 1 in the series is here: https://youtu.be/Ui4GNWqgT1A What terrifying trials did Jason and the Argonauts have to overcome to win the famous Golden Fleece from a fire-breathing dragon, in one of the greatest greek myths of all time? When and where does this thrilling story come from? How does it tie together the tales of Odysseus, Orpheus, Achilles and Circe? Join Tom and Dominic as they conclude their epic journey into the glorious heart of Greek mythology, as they explore their evolution in an increasingly skeptical Hellenistic world, and answer the question; why did the Greek myths endure and captivate audiences throughout history, in a way that no other culture’s mythology did? Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUYK0BJZF3yNb2fw1EdAXUQ/join "Start generating your own greener electricity for less, with £500 off Solar. Visit https://www.hivehome.com/history for more information. T&Cs apply* *Output and savings varies by season, electricity usage and system size. Paid-for surplus requires an eligible SEG tariff. Offer for new customers only. Ends 17th November." Learn more at https://uber.com/onourway 00:00 Intro 00:47 Hive 02:07 Jason and the Argonaughts 13:15 Inspired by Odyssey crossovers? 20:03 Origins of the Golden Fleece (Phrixus & Helle) 23:18 Real-world roots: Greek exploration east 29:30 Appolonius’ rewrite and Hellenistic context 31:59 Alexandria: the mega-city without myths 36:13 Uber 36:52 Alexander’s mythic self-image 39:02 God-kings: Demetrius & the Ptolemies 41:10 Euhemerus: were the gods once men? 44:23 Epicurus, atoms & ataraxia (the guru vibe) 49:00 Planets as gods: astrology takes over 50:43 Tyche (Fortune) 51:21 What ordinary people believed 53:05 Library of Alexandria 54:06 From myth to “mythology” defined 55:43 Rome’s take: Virgil & Ovid 58:55 Favourite myths: Odyssey & Theseus Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett + Aaliyah Akude Video Producer: Oli Oakley Social Producer: Harry Balden Head of Digital & Social: Sam Oakley Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor