It’s party time in Olympus. Heracles, the hero is now a god and about to be adopted by Hera. Before the rebirthing ceremony begins, he and the Queen of the gods must make peace in spite of all their suffering and loss.

*Sensitive listeners be aware - some of this episode is gruesome*

Written by Doug Rand and Bibi Jacob.

Directed by Bibi Jacob.

Sound and production by Geoff Chong.

Featuring:

Doug Rand as Heracles,

Sandy Bernard as Hera,

Kester Lovelace as Apollo,

Chris Mack as Hermes,

Dario Costa as Zeus, Hephaestus and the groom,

David Stanley as Diomedes,

and Bibi Jacob as Hebe.

Recorded at the SACD studios in Paris.

The quote comes from Diodorus Siculus’ Library of History, Book 4, in a translation by CH Oldfather.

Aristotle refers to Heracles in Book 3 of his Politics.

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What connects a golden-fleeced ram, a goddess crafted from clouds and a set of twins? Davina the Diviner reveals all. The key to your destiny may lie in the stars.

Written by Morag Cross.

Directed by Bibi Jacob.

Featuring:

Morag Cross as Verity, Helle & Nephele,

Bibi Jacob as Davina & Ino.

Tom Morton as Aeëtes and the Messenger.

Ciaran Cresswell as Phrixos.

Nigel Pilkington as the Newspaper and Market Vendors.

Sound and production by Geoff Chong.

A big thanks to Nige.

Laelaps, Europa’s yellow dog, has forgotten what love is, until Procris enters his life. His devotion to her will lead him to some unexpected places in this heartbreaking tale of loyalty and treachery.

Written and directed by Bibi Jacob.

Sound and production by Geoff Chong.

Narrated by Sandy Bernard.

Featuring Rufo Quintavalle as Minos and Zelda Rittner as Procris.

And also featuring the lovely dogs, Luna and Gus. With huge thanks to their mistresses, Sandy and Gaëlle.

Check out the substack Stelliferous for more on the constellations.