Notes from the Oracle: A Percy Jackson and Mythology Podcast

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Podcast by Connor Stacey

Notes from the Oracle: A Percy Jackson and Mythology Podcast

"Notes from the Oracle" is a chapter-by-chapter read-through and breakdown of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Heroes of Olympus, and the rest of the Riordanverse that kickstarted our love of reading and mythology. In each episode, Connor and Jack recap and discuss that week's chapter before deep diving into the mythology and real-world history that inspired the gods, monsters, and other details from the chapter. Sources referenced during the myth section will always, always be listed in the show notes. New episodes of "Notes from the Oracle" will release bi-weekly on Sundays at 6 pm EST. If you're enjoying our show, share your favorite episode with a friend. It's the best way to support us, and it's totally free!
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17 May 2026

Chapter 12: We Check In to C.C.'s Spa & Resort | The Sea of Monsters

YARGHH MATEYS! Beware the Sea of Monsters, for great evils lurk within. Including... pirates? Dead men tell no tales, so it's a good thing we're alive and well to break down this chapter for you! We're covering a real variety in today's episode. The chapter starts slow and somber as Percy Jackson grapples with the presumed death of his brother before quickly descending into complete chaos on Circe's island. As such, Connor is presenting a deep dive on Odysseus's encounter with Circe on her island before we get another special history deep dive from Jack! This week, Ramblings from Cabin 6 is all about the famed pirate Blackbeard, so climb aboard as we set sail for our longest episode yet!

This Week's Myths:

  • Circe

This Week's Ramblings from Cabin 6:

  • Blackbeard

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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03 May 2026

Chapter 11: Clarisse Blows Up Everything | The Sea of Monsters

It's official. Here there be monsters... That's right! Percy Jackson and friends are crossing the threshold into the Sea of Monsters where they're facing down the biggest, most dangerous foes they've faced yet: the legendary Scylla and Charybdis. Connor and Jack are breaking down every moment of this chapter's heart-pounding action before exploring the depths of the mythology that these monsters have to offer. But that's not all because Jack has brought a brand new Ramblings from Cabin 6 where this time he's providing another historical deep dive into America's civil war. This time, he's covering Union hero Laura Jackson, a lesser known historical figure and sister of the famous confederate, General Stonewall Jackson, so be sure to stick around to the very end of this episode, so you don't miss a moment!

This Week's Myths:

  • Scylla and Charybdis
  • The Clashing Rocks / The Sympleglades

And a special new section! This Week's History Section:

  • Laura Jackson and General Stonewall Jackson

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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19 April 2026

Chapter 10: We Hitch a Ride with Dead Confederates | The Sea of Monsters

An encounter with a hydra can't bog this chapter down! It's got Monster Donut in it! Percy Jackson and friends finish their escape from the Princess Andromeda, and Connor and Jack are breaking down every detail of the phenomenal character interactions they have along the way and their discussions within the demigod hideout they stop to rest in before the attack from the Hydra. That means that in this week's myth section, we're talking about one of the most memorable multi-headed monster in Greek mythology, the dreaded Hydra. And the wind bag of course! So get yourself a box of donuts and prepare to dive into this delectable chapter.

This Week's Myths:

  • The Bag of Winds from the Odyssey
  • Hydras

And a special new section! This Week's History Section:

  • The History of the Confederate Navy

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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05 April 2026

Chapter 9: I Have the Worst Family Reunion Ever | The Sea of Monsters

I hope everyone at home is ready for a high energy episode because this one has everything! The stakes are high aboard the Princess Andromeda as we discuss our heroes encounter with Luke. A duel of wits ensues between Percy Jackson and Luke Castellan, and Jack and Connor are taking the time to analyze every detail of the confrontation. But that's not all this chapter has to offer. Tyson really shines in this chapter, so we're discussing what makes him such a valuable member of the team and part of the story and how he functions differently than Grover. And finally, we of course have a myth to discuss as we are introduced to the great-grandsons of Ares, the Bear Twins Agrius and Oreius!

This Week's Myths:

  • Agrius and Oreius

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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22 March 2026

Chapter 8: We Board the Princess Andromeda | The Sea of Monsters

Listen in as Jack and Connor find their spirits further revived as Percy, Annabeth, and Tyson navigate zombie passengers and haunting dreams aboard the Princess Andromeda. We're discussing Percy and Tyson's brotherly dynamic, trying accents from down-under, and—wait a minute is that Luke? We'll have to hold off on that distraction until the end because first, we have a princess to rescue as we discuss the myth of Perseus and Princess Andromeda in today's myth section!

This Week's Myths:

  • Perseus and Princess Andromeda

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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08 March 2026

Chapter 7: I Accept Gifts from a Stranger | The Sea of Monsters

For another chapter where our main characters remain in one place, this one really moves things forward! Let us steal a moment of your time as Jack and Connor break down a chapter filled with intrigue as Percy and Annabeth work together once more to make a plan to save Grover and the rest of Camp Half-blood, battle wits against Tantalus, and meet with Hermes, god of messengers. And once you've enjoyed all the depth that this chapter has to offer, Connor is back with some rather unique myths this week that you won't want to miss! Connor is correcting Rick's mythological retelling of the story of the origins of the Golden Fleece, discussing hospitality in the ancient world, and even touching the surface of the modern mythology of the Bermuda Triangle.

This Week's Myths:

  • Xenia, Hospitality in Ancient Greece
  • The Bermuda Triangle
  • Phrixus and Helle

The Oracle's Visions! (Links to sources)

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