Who Holds Up the Sky? Atlas’s Eternal Punishment | Ep28

What if your punishment was to hold up the sky—for all eternity? This episode dives into the myth of Atlas, the Titan condemned to shoulder the heavens as a living monument to defiance and endurance. We unravel his origins, his cosmic rebellion, and the price he paid after the gods of Olympus seized power. Along the way, you’ll meet Perseus and Heracles—heroes who crossed Atlas’s path and shaped his fate in stone and legend. From the roots of his strength to the tragic irony of his endless burden, discover why Atlas’s story still resonates with anyone who’s ever felt the weight of the world pressing down.

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