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What stories are the inspirational ‘Muses’ in your life? Many-headed monsters, ferocious fighters, scheming sorcerers, humble heroes: mythology, legends, and folklore are full of fascinating stories and vibrant characters. For thousands of years, humanity has used mythology to make sense of our own lives, express our creativity, and connect with each other. In Myths and Muses, the Mythik Camps team shares stories drawn from across many pantheons and cultures, with the hope that young demigods (and their families!) will feel inspired to explore ancient legends, modern marvels, and the heroic potential in their own lives.
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Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
With the release of Season 2 Percy Jackson and the Olympians on Disney+, the Muses thought our listeners might like to know the stories behind some of the characters and creatures they'll meet in the series!
In Minisode 5, continuing our previous tie-in series, we enter the fast and furious world of chariot racing.
More on Chariot Racing:
- Homer - The Iliad: Book XXIII
- From World History Encyclopedia: Chariot Racing in Ancient Rome
Ramses II fighting in a chariot at the Battle of Kadesh, 1274 BCE
Ceremonial chariot of Tutankhamun, c. 1330 BCE, found in his tomb:
A Hittite war chariot, c. 1650-1250 BCE:
Assyrian war chariot, c. 640 BCE
Diagram of the Roman Circus Maximus, from DK Ancient Rome:
The Circus Maximus as it appears today:
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