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Everyone around you has a story to tell. Each week, Alex Williamns sits down with a different guest to capture their story and show that everyone lives an interesting life.

People are complicated. Join Alex Williamns as he dives into history to explore some of humanities most complex men and women. Season 1 will see us tell the story of Odysseus, the legendary figure himself. As for our choice in title? "Polytropos" can be translated for "many wandering", "many faces", or "many turning" - which might be an apt description for any of us. It was the first word used by Homer to describe Odysseus in "The Odyssey". Different translators translate it differently, but Emily Wilson translates it as "complicated". Odysseus, our first subject, was a complicated person. So ...

I've always been fascinated with stories, and creation stories are especially interesting. They often give people purpose, connect them with their community, and place them in a wider story and perspective. Join me, Alex Williamns, as I explore where these stories came from, how they've developed, and their relevance. For updates and previews, follow Alex on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alexwilliamns