//podcastplus.net/feed/tales-of-the-night-sky~7f17a2c3 Original audio drama with spectacular soundscapes, based on the Greco-Roman myths behind the constellations. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob, these moving and sometimes humorous tales, brim with tragedy, injustice, and violence. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:36:49 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Europa.mp3?dest-id=1715084 Ariadne has been abandoned on the island of Naxos by Theseus. As she battles with heartache and homesickness she remembers her grandmother Europa. Written and narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sources for this re-telling include Moschus’ poem ‘Europa’; Roberto Calasso’s ‘The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony,’ and Ariadne’s letter to Theseus from Ovid’s ‘Heroides’ which you can hear me read on Late Night Classics:  S1 E4: Heroides – Ariadne to Theseus Sun, 19 May 2024 13:53:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Europa.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Philoctetes.mp3?dest-id=1715084 In this final Trojan episode, the ghosts of the war rise up and tell tales of loss and consolation.  Sensitive listeners be aware  - some of the stories are disturbing. Written and narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Extracts from 17314 Aisakos and 884 Priamus feature Ciaran Cresswell and Les Clack. A thank you to Chloe Dunn. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:47:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Philoctetes.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Iphigenia.mp3?dest-id=1715084 There’s an eerie stillness in the port town of Aulis when Iphigenia arrives there for her wedding. What exactly will it take to bring back the winds and allow the Greek ships to sail to Troy? An original series co-created with KJ Dwyer, featuring collaborations with several writers. 
With thanks to Chris Mack for the concept of the Trojan asteroids, sparked off in our writers group. Written and performed by Julie Kayla. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong Outro by Bibi Jacob. Sun, 28 May 2023 15:35:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Iphigenia.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Priamus.mp3?dest-id=1715084 In this second Trojan episode, King Priam remembers all that was lost in the first terrible siege of Troy. An original series co-created with KJ Dwyer, featuring collaborations with several writers.  With thanks to Chris Mack for the concept of the Trojan asteroids, sparked off in our writers group. Starring Les Clack.  Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Original violin compositions and playing by Chloe Dunn. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Recorded at the SACD Podcast Studio, Paris.  If you want to listen to more of Chloe Dunn’s beautiful music, click on the links: becaflor.com / Bècaflor Teaser Sat, 29 Apr 2023 08:51:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Priamus.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Aisakos.mp3?dest-id=1715084 In this special series, Tales of the NIght Sky takes you into the heart of a large group of asteroids that orbit with Jupiter around the sun. These two camps of heavenly bodies - the Greeks leading and the Trojans trailing Jupiter  - are known as the Trojan asteroids. Each identified asteroid is named after a protagonist in Homer’s Iliad. And these characters find themselves locked in orbit, endlessly reliving the trauma of war. This original series was co-created with KJ Dwyer and features collaborations with several writers.  With thanks to Chris Mack for the unique concept, sparked off in our writers group. In the first of the Trojans, the seer Aisakos interprets Queen Hecuba’s dream. Starring Ciaran Cresswell. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Introduction written by KJ Dywer and Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Useful sources for this episode: theoi.com , spannycattroy.livejournal.com Sat, 29 Apr 2023 08:32:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Aisakos.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Helen.mp3?dest-id=1715084 She was known as Helen of Sparta until her face launched a thousand ships and started the Trojan War. Now Helen of Troy examines the multiple versions of her life - sifting through the beauty and sorrow - as the battle rages on outside. Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Starring Hester Wilcox as Helen. Original violin, vocal and bodhrán compositions written and performed by Chloe Dunn. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.  If you want to listen to more of Chloe Dunn’s beautiful music, click on the links: becaflor.com / Bècaflor Teaser Fri, 31 Mar 2023 16:23:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Helen.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Themis_Astraea.mp3?dest-id=1715084 Where is Justice? Who is she? And what does she have to do with the Trojan war? Written and directed by Bibi Jacob. Starring Sandy Bernard and Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong.   Fri, 24 Mar 2023 17:29:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Themis_Astraea.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Eos.mp3?dest-id=1715084 Can Eos, goddess of the dawn, really love the Trojan prince Tithonus for all eternity? Written and narrated by Bibi Jacob. Sound and production by Geoff Chong. Sat, 25 Feb 2023 17:28:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Eos.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Delphinus_Bonus_Episode.mp3?dest-id=1715084 The party in the sea realm is fizzling out and the gossip Kat* finds herself left behind by her friend Lalli.* While looking for him, she stumbles upon a terrible truth. *KATALALIA meaning gossip or defamation in Ancient Greek. Written by Morag Cross. Starring Morag Cross as Kat. Featuring Nigel Pilkington and Doug Rand. Directed by Bibi Jacob. Production and sound by Geoff Chong. All ‘Kithara’ strumming by Morag Cross. The sea shanty is an original violin and vocal composition written and performed by Chloe Dunn and remixed by Geoff Chong. The track, ‘Ain’t Nobody’s Business,’ is by the Underscore Orkestra. Sun, 15 Jan 2023 18:28:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Delphinus_Bonus_Episode.mp3?dest-id=1715084 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Delphinus.mp3?dest-id=1715084 Thu, 29 Dec 2022 16:50:00 +0000 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talesofthenightsky/Delphinus.mp3?dest-id=1715084