Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey has reignited interest in one of history's most influential stories.

Ryan Welton sits down with ancient world expert (and his Bedlam Buds college football partner) Dr. Jeremy Cook to separate myth from history, discussing the historical evidence behind Troy, the morality lessons woven into Homer's epic, why Odysseus was far more flawed than modern audiences realize, and how Greek mythology shaped Western culture.

Along the way, they explore whether the Trojan War really happened, the origins of the Cyclops legend, why ancient Greeks feared angering the gods, and why stories that are nearly 3,000 years old continue to resonate today.

In this episode:

• The real history behind Troy

• Myth vs. historical evidence

• Christopher Nolan's creative choices

• Why Odysseus isn't the hero many think he is

• Greek views on morality, hubris and glory

• The fascinating origins of Cyclops, Scylla and Charybdis

• Why history and mythology still matter today