Hi! I am Ariel, and I am your host.
Tales of Olympus is a podcast that brings Greek mythology to life—one story at a time. From powerful gods to terrifying monsters, and heroic quests to magical myths, each episode explores the wonders of ancient legends.
I also talk about the Percy Jackson series—how it connects to the original myths, and why it’s so fun to read. If you love Camp Half-Blood, demigods, and epic quests, you’ll feel right at home.
Whether you’re new to Greek myths or already obsessed like me, there’s always something epic waiting in every episode.
Get ready to climb Mount Olympus—one tale at a time!
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Hi! I am Ariel, and I am your host.
Tales of Olympus is a podcast that brings Greek mythology to life—one story at a time. From powerful gods to terrifying monsters, and heroic quests to magical myths, each episode explores the wonders of ancient legends.
I also talk about the Percy Jackson series—how it connects to the original myths, and why it’s so fun to read. If you love Camp Half-Blood, demigods, and epic quests, you’ll feel right at home.
Whether you’re new to Greek myths or already obsessed like me, there’s always something epic waiting in every episode.
Get ready to climb Mount Olympus—one tale at a time!
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Ariel’s on a holiday trip, but she’s bringing the magic of Tales of Olympus with her 🎄✨
In this cozy bonus episode, she reflects on Christmas through Greek mythology—gifts from the gods, light in the darkness, and a little Olympian family drama.
Shoutout to:
Shin (Mom)
Kiku (Grandma)
Ho ( Grandpa)
San (Aunt)
Alpin (Cousin)
And Ariel’s whole family for keeping the holiday spirit alive.
Merry Christmas, demigods. Stay mythic, and leap on! 💙
Which god or goddess do you want to have Christmas dinner with? Tell me in the comments! https://open.firstory.me/user/cm9mnn0v70a2d01rt6vgy7brl/comments
Hector falls.
Achilles returns.
But Troy still stands.
In this powerful fourth episode of the Tales of Olympus Trojan War saga, the battle between Achilles and Hector shakes the world. Priam’s haunting plea for his son’s body stops even Achilles’ fury—just for a moment. But as the war drags on, one mind begins to scheme.
🧠 Odysseus is done with swords.
🦉 Athena whispers wisdom from the shadows.
🐴 And a mysterious wooden gift rolls toward Troy…
The end begins now.
🎧 Featuring the voice of Athena (performed by Mom Shin!)
▶️ Listen now to Tales of Olympus: Death of Heroes
Hi Everyone! Ariel here!
I’d like to thank every one of our listeners for supporting me!
if you can, please subscribe to my YouTube channel, where I make animated videos of epic Greek mythology stories! I’m trying to reach 67 subscribers by January, and I would really appreciate it if you help.
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Best regards ~ Ariel I Gou
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Achilles walks off the battlefield.
The gods pick sides.
And one friend’s death changes everything.
In this dramatic third episode of the Trojan War Saga, the Greek camp is falling apart. A deadly insult from Agamemnon pushes Achilles—their strongest warrior—into silence. As Apollo strikes, the Trojans rise, and Hector claims victory after victory. But when Achilles’ closest friend, Patroclus, falls in battle…
The rage is unleashed.
⚔️ Watch as the gods interfere in mortal war.
🛡️ Witness Patroclus take up Achilles’ armor.
🔥 And brace yourself—for Achilles’ return.
💡 Listen to the full tale now—only on Tales of Olympus.
One woman is kidnapped.
A sacred oath is triggered.
And now… an army rises.
In this powerful second episode of the Trojan War Saga, the kings of Greece honor their promise to defend Helen’s marriage—gathering the mightiest heroes of the age. But not everyone is eager to go. Odysseus fakes madness. Achilles is hidden in disguise. And Agamemnon faces an impossible sacrifice to win the favor of the gods.
⚔️ Meet the Greek champions.
🌀 Witness the launch of a thousand ships.
🌪️ And discover how one oath lit the fire of war.
🎧 Listen to the full tale now—only on Tales of Olympus.
Animated Version Available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GZxKkCdbd9c
Welcome to Myth Drop Legends, where stories get real fast.
You’ll learn Greek mythology in five minutes or less.
No boring stuff—just drama.
In this mini-episode, we dive into the SCARY truth behind Athena—the goddess of wisdom, war, and savage strategy.
🧠 Born fully armored from Zeus’s skull? Yup.
🕷️ Turned a girl into the first spider? Definitely.
🌿 Beat Poseidon in a city-naming contest? Of course.
Athena doesn’t just know everything—she plans, strikes, and wins.
Even the gods don’t want to challenge her… and after watching this, neither will you.
Click the link to watch animated video series Myth Drop Legends from Tales of Olympus on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@arieligouofficial?si=FhGIeIMHdeelC4Cz
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Before the battles, before the wooden horse, before Achilles and Hector—there was an apple. In this epic first episode of the Trojan War Saga, Queen AIG tells the story of a divine wedding, three powerful goddesses, and the one choice that doomed a kingdom.
💥 Featuring Eris, Aphrodite, Athena, Hera, and the unlucky prince Paris of Troy.
💘 Who is the fairest?
🏛️ And what happens when gods play favorites?
Find out how the pettiest drama in Olympus started a war that would last ten years… and echo through history forever.
🎙️ Hosted by Queen AIG
🎧 Listen now on Tales of Olympus!
Dive into Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters in this full Tales of Olympus episode, where we explore every twist, battle, prophecy, and monster from the second book of the series.
Camp Half-Blood is falling apart.
Thalia’s tree — the border that protects the camp — has been poisoned.
Percy faces a terrifying dream about Grover, a dodgeball game with cannibal giants, and the shocking truth about Tyson, his Cyclops half-brother.
From Luke’s rising power and Kronos’s awakening, to sirens, whirlpools, cursed islands, and Grover’s… unfortunate “wedding,” this episode brings the entire adventure to life in rich, dramatic detail.
And just when everything seems saved, the Golden Fleece reveals a twist that changes the prophecy — and the future of Olympus — forever.
This is the complete story of The Sea of Monsters, retold in the signature Tales of Olympus style.
Spoilers ahead.
Adventure guaranteed.
Don’t forget to follow for more legendary episodes.
Before Zeus.
Before the Titans.
Before light itself… there was Night.
In this Tales of Olympus special, Ariel I. Gou takes you all the way back to the beginning of the universe to meet Nyx and Erebus — the first Night and Darkness. Discover how they shaped dreams, sleep, justice, fate, and even the rhythm of day and night. Learn why Zeus feared Nyx, how Night raised some of the most powerful forces in Greek mythology, and why winter’s long evenings still echo with her ancient magic.
A story filled with shadows, stars, and cosmic wonder.
Good night… and may Nyx guide your dreams.
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⚠️ SPOILER WARNING! This episode tells the entire story of Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief! If you haven’t read the book yet, listen at your own risk… or face the wrath of Zeus. ⚡🛑
In this special long episode of Tales of Olympus, host Ariel I Gou walks you through the full dramatic journey of Percy Jackson: from blowing up his pre-algebra teacher to battling monsters across America, entering the Underworld, and uncovering a shocking betrayal. 🗡️🌍
Perfect for fans who want to remember the story—or newcomers who want to know what all the hype is about. This is the myth, the madness, and the beginning of everything.
🎙️ Featuring:
This episode is part of the Tales of Olympus Book Breakdown series.
💙 Follow the podcast and get ready for Sea of Monsters & Greek Mythology stories next!
Before Percy Jackson ever met Blackjack, there was a boy who tamed Pegasus first…
His name was Bellerophon, and his story is one of glory, pride, and a lesson from the gods themselves.
In this epic tale from Tales of Olympus, we follow Bellerophon’s rise from exile to legend:
🐎 How he tamed the wild Pegasus
👑 How he completed impossible quests for a suspicious king
☁️ And how one final decision—flying to Olympus—changed his fate forever
What happens when a mortal dares to reach for the realm of the gods?
🎧 Listen to this long and dramatic adventure full of flying horses, secret scrolls, dangerous missions, and ancient lessons.
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Set sail with Ariel I Gou in this epic new Tales of Olympus episode as we journey through the real myth of Jason and the Argonauts! From fire-breathing bulls to dragon-guarded treasures, this classic Greek tale has it all — magic, betrayal, and one very sparkly fleece. 💫
💥 Plus:
🎬 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT:
On Sunday, 10/26, the animated version of Myth Drop Legends #1: Poseidon will officially drop on YouTube!
👉 Search “Ariel I Gou” and subscribe so you don’t miss it!
📅 NEW EPISODES of Myth Drop Legends every 2 weeks!
Want full details, fun behind-the-scenes, and when we’ll cover the detailed version of this story?
🎧 Then listen to the full episode now!
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🌊⚡ Ready to meet the most dramatic sea god in Greek mythology?
In this very first episode of Myth Drop Legends, Ariel I. Gou dives into the story of Poseidon — the god of the sea, earthquakes, storms, horses (?!), and some serious Olympian drama.
You’ll learn who Poseidon really is, what makes him dangerous, and why he’s way more than just a salty ocean guy with a trident.
🎧 This episode is part of the brand-new Myth Drop Legends series —
where stories get real, fast — and you’ll learn Greek mythology in 5 minutes or less.
☁️ Stay tuned because this episode will soon be available as an animated video on YouTube — complete with voiceover, subtitles, and mythical magic!
🎙️ Written & hosted by Ariel I. Gou
What happens when a prophecy says your grandson will kill you?
If you’re King Acrisius… you lock up your daughter, throw your family in the sea, and hope the gods aren’t watching. (Spoiler: they are.)
In this thrilling (and slightly chaotic) episode of Tales of Olympus, your host Ariel dives into the epic story of Perseus — the hero born of golden light, gifted with godly tools, and brave enough to slice off Medusa’s head 👀⚔️
You’ll hear:
It’s a story of danger, destiny, and one of the only Greek heroes who actually got a happy ending.
Take that, tragedy gods!
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It’s my birthday. I’m 11 now.
But in Ancient Greece, turning 11 meant more than just cake and candles—it meant stepping into your destiny.
In this episode, I explore what “coming of age” looked like in Greek mythology. From dancing like bears for Artemis 🐻 to lifting boulders like Theseus 🗿, to baby gods causing chaos by lunch (I’m looking at you, Hermes 🍼), this episode is about growing up—myth style.
And along the way… I realized something.
Maybe I’m not just turning 11.
Maybe I’m starting my hero’s journey.
🎙️ Tales of Olympus presents…
Turning 11 *Emotional!
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This week’s Tales of Olympus is a short, dramatic comeback story starring… me. And the Influenza.
I got hit with something way worse than a monster attack: a dual influenza A and B co-infection. The doctors said that. I just call it the A + B Combo — the boss battle of the year.
🔥 40°C fever
🧻 Tissues everywhere
🛏️ I couldn’t even walk
In this episode, I talk about:
And for fellow friends in Taiwan, 中秋節快樂！
💛 Stay Mythical. Stay Magical. Stay Healthy.
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What if your music could move gods, beasts, even the dead themselves? 🎶
In this emotional episode of Tales of Olympus, Ariel tells the heartbreaking story of Orpheus, the legendary musician who braved the Underworld to bring back his beloved Eurydice.
🌑 Can love defy death?
💔 What happens when trust falters?
🎶 And why does this myth still echo through music, poetry, and art thousands of years later?
Join us for a story that begins in love, descends into darkness, and leaves us with a question we still ask today: can love survive without trust?
✨ Plus: Ariel’s signature storytelling, godly gossip, and a reminder that myths are never just myths—they’re mirrors of our own hearts.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
Tales of Olympus has now had its own fandom page! It is not yet searchable on google, but you can access it directly by link:
https://tales-of-olympus.fandom.com
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What happens when a prince volunteers to face a monster no one has ever escaped from?
In this twisting, tragic, and totally unforgettable episode of Tales of Olympus, your host Ariel takes you deep into the heart of the ancient Labyrinth — where heroes are tested, secrets unravel, and one golden thread might be the only way out.
🧵 Meet Theseus, the boy with a sword and a secret.
🐂 Face off with the terrifying Minotaur, the beast who haunts the maze.
💘 Fall in love with Ariadne, the princess who risked everything.
💔 And discover the one promise that changed everything.
Will Theseus survive the maze?
Can love conquer a curse?
And what happens when a hero forgets to raise white sails?
Find out in this myth that proves… not every victory ends in celebration.
🎤 PLUS: Ariel’s signature storytelling, real tears (probably), and enough drama to make the gods gasp.
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
Hey everyone, it’s Ariel here
Our YouTube channel has not yet been fixed, so there won’t be any visual update for now.
Also, my throat is really sore right now, so I’m sorry this episode was shorter than usual and my voice might sound soft or tired 😢
But don’t worry — the gods haven’t silenced me yet!
Tales of Olympus will be back in full power soon! 💪🎤🌟
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What makes a hero? Strength? Courage? A cool weapon?
For Annabeth Chase, it’s brains. Strategy. Loyalty. And the unshakable will to never back down — even when the whole world (or Tartarus) is against her.
In this short but powerful episode of Tales of Olympus, your host Ariel I. Gou breaks down everything you need to know about the daughter of Athena:
🧠 Her origins as a runaway child
⚔️ Her rise as a fearless strategist
💔 Her complicated loyalty to Luke
🕳️ Her terrifying journey through Tartarus
💍 And how she builds a future worth fighting for
Whether you’re a lifelong Annabeth fan or just getting to know her, this episode is a tribute to the wisdom, strength, and heart behind one of Camp Half-Blood’s greatest heroes.
Season 3 has begun! Keep following Ariel as she retells even more myths from Greek mythology!
What happens when the goddess of love and the queen of the dead both fall for the same beautiful mortal boy?
In this dramatic (and slightly chaotic) episode of Tales of Olympus, your host Ariel I Gou takes you into one of the most iconic love triangles in mythology. Meet Adonis, a mortal so gorgeous he starts a literal war of the hearts between Aphrodite and Persephone.
🌹 Why did Aphrodite hide Adonis in a box?
🌑 What made Persephone fall for him too?
⚡️ And what happens when Zeus tries to solve a love triangle (hint: badly)?
PLUS:
💘 Jealous gods.
🐗 A very suspicious boar.
🌸 And a flower that blooms from heartbreak.
This episode has it all: love, loss, and the godly kind of drama that never dies.
So grab your nectar, put on your pettiest goddess crown, and press play.
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💖 The Good in Me – a heartfelt track
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What happens when a Titan defies the gods—not out of pride, but out of love for humanity?
In this fiery, emotional finale of Tales of Olympus Season 2, your host Ariel tells the legendary story of Prometheus—the Titan who gave fire to mankind and paid the ultimate price.
🔥 He stole fire from Olympus.
🦅 He was chained to a mountain and tortured for eternity.
📦 And as punishment, Zeus sent a box… with a secret inside.
From divine rebellion to the first woman on Earth, from eternal suffering to a single ember of hope—this myth has it all. Will Prometheus’s sacrifice be forgotten? Or will his fire live on forever?
✨ Featuring Ariel’s signature storytelling, powerful voices, and the ending that lights the spark for Season 3!
WARNING: Our YouTube podcast version is currently facing bugs and problems and we are solving it as quickly as possible, so during the time our YouTube channel will NOT update. Thank you for understanding!
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🎤 Chat with other listeners, play games, and suggest episode ideas at:
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🎵 Listen to Ariel’s original song!
💖 The Good in Me – a heartfelt track
🔗 https://music.apple.com/tw/album/the-good-in-me-single/1826673281
(Now Available on Spotify, KKBOX & Much More!)
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