Why does the “Odyssey” continue to move and inspire us three thousand years later?
This Sunday, 2 August 2026, at 11:00 Athens time, Katerina Batzaki welcomes professor of English literature Scott J. Masson, from Toronto, Canada, to Voice of Greece’s English-language program “Infinitely Curious” for a fascinating journey through Homer’s timeless epic.
Together, they approach the “Odyssey” not simply as a thrilling adventure story, but as a profound journey into the human soul. They discuss the work’s psychological, philosophical, and educational dimensions, the meaning of Ithaca, and the “monsters” we carry within us. They also explore why Homer’s masterpiece continues to illuminate the great questions and challenges of contemporary life.
The discussion also turns to modern interpretations of the “Odyssey,” opening up a thought-provoking dialogue on war, memory, truth, ethics, and the stories that civilizations choose to tell.
Produced and presented by: Katerina Batzaki
Broadcast: Sunday, 2 August 2026, at 11:00 Athens time
