Antigone

Tragedies

Antigone

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Published on Jul 25, 2026, 1:35:05 PM
Total time: 00:58:47

Episode Description
A sister defies a king. A ruler defies the gods. Sophocles’ Antigone is one of the defining tragedies of the ancient world, exploring duty, law, pride, and the devastating cost of moral certainty. In this episode, we examine the clash between Antigone and Creon and ask why this timeless drama continues to provoke debate more than 2,400 years after it was first performed.
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