The Cyclopes were not just one-eyed monsters — they were divine craftsmen who forged the most powerful weapons in Greek mythology. According to Hesiod, they created Zeus’ thunderbolt, Poseidon’s ...

In this episode, you’ll hear all about Homer’s Polyphemus and Hesiod’s one-eyed blacksmiths, but also a little about the role paleontology has played in creating monsters. Join Dr. Zarka and special ...