The History of Egypt Podcast
By Dominic Perry
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Hatshepsut King of Egypt (Compilation)
3:48:21
Her life and reign (c. 1500 - 1475 BCE). As pharaoh of Egypt, Hatshepsut achieved great wonders. The magnificent temple at Deir el-Bahari (Djeser Djeseru), an enormous trade fleet to Punt (modern Ethiopia, Somalia, or Yemen), the expansion of Karnak Temple and the erection of great obelisks, and the promotion of new ideas in royal mythology and propaganda. In this compilation of previously-released episodes, we discuss Hatshepsut's rise to power, her assumption of kingship, her great monuments and achievements, and the loyal servants who supported her rule. In the end, we also explore Hatshepsut's legacy, both in the ancient world and our own... Additional content (not included in this compilation):
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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Music of Ancient Egypt (Re-Release)
1:56:07
Music was everywhere in ancient Egypt: in the fields, in the temple, on the parade ground, and in the home. Songs and compositions were a part of daily life, and abundant evidence survives for the art of musicianship in the ancient world. In this compilation, we explore some of the notable evidence for ancient Egyptian music. We look at instruments, musicians and songs, unpacking the artwork and texts from this ancient profession. We also have interviews! Jeffrey Goodman and Michael Levy come on the show to discuss their work recreating ancient instruments and soundscapes... Music Credits:
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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Undead Pharaohs: The Tomb Kings (Re-Release)
1:48:00
A History of the Tomb Kings (Part 1). The undead lords of Khemri, the Tomb Kings of Nehekhkara, are a staple of the Warhammer Fantasy world. They sweep across the dunes in skeletal chariots, backed by giant scorpions, terrifying Ushabti warriors, and the magnificent Hierotitans. Undead liche priests rain magical destruction on their enemies, while the Kings themselves smite foes with impunity. In forgotten lands, their enormous pyramids hold many dangers but promise riches to the brave and the foolhardy alike... CHAPTER TIME CODES
Date c.2,500 Before the Imperial Calendar (I.C.) Music by TableTop Audio www.tabletopaudio.com Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music from Pond5 www.pond5.com Logo image: Settra the Imperishable, fanart by Daniel Knoblich https://www.artstation.com/artwork/N0KVJ References, images, and more information at https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/the-tomb-kings/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 09, 2023 |
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Update: 2023 February
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Feb 08, 2023 |
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A Trilogy of Tales (Re-Release)
1:40:56
The Doomed Prince; The Tale of Two Brothers; and the Sorcerer's Apprentice. Ancient Egypt has given us many tales, both fantastical and historical. In this episode, I have compiled three famous stories. These come from the New Kingdom and the Greco-Roman eras, and they give us insights to the fantastical world of ancient Egyptian storytelling. References and more information:
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Feb 02, 2023 |
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Wayward Sons and Scribes (Re-Release)
30:27
Two letters that tell tales. A model letter from c.1250 BCE tells us of a wayward scribe, who fell off the path of ma’at and became lost in drunkeness, indolence and womanizing. Disappointed in his former pupil, a schoolmaster writes to the scribe, rebuking him for his lifestyle and failures. Then, around 1250 BCE an Egyptian father wrote a letter to his wayward son. The boy had joined a ship’s crew and was now abroad, but had not sent any word of his well-being. Anxious, the father wrote a poignant letter begging his son to return. That letter survives and reveals wonderful parts of ancient life… Warning: this episode may not be suitable for all ages. It contains reference to ancient Egyptian beer and alcoholism. Logo: A man of Syrian(?) descent consuming beer with a straw, from a stela of the New Kingdom c.1350 BCE. Image via worldhistory.org. Information about these tales at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Mini Episode: A Wayward Scribe – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Mini Episode: The Lost Son – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 25, 2023 |
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Egyptian Dinosaurs (Re-Release)
39:25
Ancient, ancient, ancient Egypt. Prehistoric Egypt and north Africa were home to many species of flora and fauna. From the shores of the great Tethys Ocean, to inland swamps, great animals roamed and lived their lives. In this previously released content, we explore some of the prehistoric flora and fauna of Egypt and north Africa. Note: This episode was originally released in 2018 and may not be fully up-to-date with paleontological science. If you have any updates or comments, please contact me at egyptpodcast at gmail.com. Logo image: Spinosaurus reconstruction from a skeleton in Morocco. Image by Didier Descouens, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons. Learn more about the dinosaurs of prehistoric Egypt and north Africa at dinosaurpictures.org. Some recent discoveries at CNN and EgyptToday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 18, 2023 |
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The Divine Calendar of Ancient Egypt (Re-Release)
2:46:12
The Deified Dozen. The ancient Egyptian calendar had its origins in lunar traditions (following the moon), but later transitioned to a 365-day solar system. Over the course of twelve months, the Egyptians marked three major seasons and honoured many deities. Festivals to goddesses and gods brought pageantry and partying to the temples. People honoured the great deities, and they sought to unify the world of nature with that of the living, and sometimes even the dead... Music "Hymn to Hathor" by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Music interludes by Keith Zizza and Luke Chaos. References, images, and details for various episodes at https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/mini-episodes/ Individual episodes: Month 1 Tekh: Mini Episode: The Egyptian New Year – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 2 Opet: Mini Episode: Opet Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 3 Hathor: Mini Episode: Hathor Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 4 Khoiak: Mini Episode: Khoiak Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 5 Ta-Abet: Mini Episode: Banquet Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 6 Great Heat and Month 7 Small Heat: Mini Episode: Festivities of Heat – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 8 Pa-Renenutet and Month 9 Pa-en-Khonsu: Mini Episode: Onion Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 10 Khent-khety and Month 11 Ipet-Hemet: Mini Episode: Flower Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Month 12 Wepet-Renpet and the five extra days Heriu-Renpet: Mini Episode: Birthday Festivities – The History of Egypt Podcast (egyptianhistorypodcast.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 27, 2022 |
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Update: 2022 December / 2023 January
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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173: A Forgotten Campaign
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To Vile Carchemish. In Year 16, King Horemheb may have led a "campaign of victory" to the far north. An artefact identified in the 1970s, but lost for decades, testifies to these events... but what do they mean? Episode details:
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Dec 13, 2022 |
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Interview: Tutankhamun Inc. with Prof. Christina Riggs
1:21:14
Face-to-face with the legends. Christina Riggs is a Professor (History of Visual Culture) at Durham University. In 2021, her book Treasured: How Tutankhamun Shaped a Century took a broader view of the tomb and its discovery than most books on the subject. Her discussion helps us review and revisit older myths or assumptions, and encourage new perspectives on Egyptology's most famous discovery.
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Nov 30, 2022 |
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Interview: Finding Tutankhamun with Dr. Joyce Tyldesley
54:39
An enigmatic icon. Dr. Joyce Tyldesley returns for her second interview with The History of Egypt Podcast! We spoke about her recent book Tutankhamun: Pharaoh. Icon. Enigma. and the legacy of the discovery, including aspects of its excavation and significance. We also got into some random topics including Philomena Cunk, Scandinavian Noir shows, and Strictly Come Dancing. Enjoy!
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Nov 22, 2022 |
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Interview: The Tomb of Tutankhamun with Dr. Bob Brier
52:26
Tutankhamun, Mummies, and Murder, oh my! I sat down with Dr. Bob Brier to discuss the Tomb of Tutankhamun, and the legacy of this important discovery. We also chatted about Dr. Brier's work in Egyptology, including his experiment in mummifying a human for scientific research. Finally, we touched on some older works including his "Murder of Tutankhamun" hypothesis and the Great Pyramid's construction (including the "internal ramp" hypothesis of Jean-Pierre Houdin). My thanks to Dr. Brier for coming on the show, and for allowing me to release the video version! Extra special thanks to Pat Remler for organising the conversation!
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Nov 15, 2022 |
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Anniversary: The Tomb of Tutankhamun
7:03:40
Hardcore Edition. In a special presentation, I compile my “Tomb of Tutankhamun” miniseries into a single mega episode. With updated information, and some new revelations, this 7-hour special is the full story, as best I can tell it. Reference materials:
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Nov 04, 2022 |
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172: Wise Like Thoth
28:13
Horemheb's favourite god. Throughout his life, Horemheb commissioned monuments and artefacts that honoured Djehuty (Thoth). As a courtier, then a King, Horemheb showed a certain favour towards this god. Why did he like this god, in particular, and what do these artefacts tell us about Horemheb as a person?
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Nov 01, 2022 |
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171: Law & Order (Special Ma'at Unit)
51:16
Horemheb's Great Decree. Sometime during his reign, King Horemheb proclaimed a new set of laws. Taking aim at corruption and abuses-of-power (allegedly happening throughout Egypt), the pharaoh went hard on corrective measures. Punishments could range from beatings to disfigurement, exile, and death. Horemheb was not messing around. But what was he really trying to achieve? Episode details, pictures and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Intro music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net Interludes and Outro music by Luke Chaos www.twitter.com/luke_chaos Logo: Horemheb and Amun. Photo by Richard Mortel via Flickr.com. Bibliography
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Oct 25, 2022 |
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Talk: Pharaohs at War (The New Kingdom)
42:25
The bold and the bloody. This is a lecture I gave at The University of Auckland, as an "Introduction to Egyptian Warfare in the New Kingdom." It covers basic points: weapons, organisation, vehicles, battles and strategies, and also larger concepts like state violence and imperialism - how the Pharaohs approached warfare itself. Also, I explore some major events that we have already discussed (e.g. the Battle of Megiddo, the Capture of Joppa), and some still to come (The Battle of Kadesh). There is also a video version available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0OTRLicVis Podcast website www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 18, 2022 |
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Talk: Hidden Voices of Ancient Egypt
39:21
This is a talk I gave for the Intelligent Speech Conference in 2021, discussing some recent discoveries and newer angles of exploration in Egyptology. It is also available on YouTube.
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Oct 11, 2022 |
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Talk: Avaris and Pi-Ramesses c.1300 BCE
52:07
This is a talk I gave in 2021 regarding some of my PhD research (still ongoing). This is also available on YouTube with nice pictures etc. www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 04, 2022 |
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Update: Schedule & Life etc
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Hello everyone. Just a very brief update. The narrative needs to pause for a week (maybe more). Details in episode.
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Oct 03, 2022 |
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Interview: The Egyptian Empire, with Dr. Uroš Matić
1:21:06
New Kingdom vs the World. This week we have an interview with Dr. Uroš Matić. Dr. Matić is a member of the Austrian Archaeological Institute, and takes a fascinating view of ancient society, including violence, gender, and the state. This episode was recorded in 2021.
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Sep 27, 2022 |
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170: Mutnodjmet and Ramesses
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The Mother is Sweet, Born of the Sun. In the second half of Horemheb’s reign, Egypt’s Queen died in childbirth. Subsequently, pharaoh chose one of his servants, Paramessu (Ramesses) as a successor. This choice arguably established the 19th royal Dynasty. Why did Horemheb do this? Episode details:
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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169: Royal Tomb: Maverick
42:59
In the Valley of the Kings, Horemheb commissioned a magnificent tomb. Artistically innovative, it has one foot in the past and one in the future. This tomb introduced a new style of decoration, developed on recent trends, and reshaped the model of royal burials… Episode Details:
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Sep 06, 2022 |
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168: Return to the Tomb
26:05
Securing the halls. In the 8th year of Horemheb's reign, a royal official named Maya visited a tomb in the Valley of the Kings. He was there to inspect the burial of Thutmose IV, to ensure its security, and repair it if necessary… Episode details:
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Aug 30, 2022 |
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167: Reviving Deir el-Medina
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Back in the village. In regnal year 7, Horemheb's officials turn up in western Thebes (Waset). They began reorganising the village of the tomb-builders, Set-Ma'at "The Place of Truth." Doing so, the King's government created a lasting legacy in the town we call Deir el-Medina. Episode details:
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Aug 23, 2022 |
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News: Carter's Thefts and Tutankhamun's Amulet
10:43
On August 13th, 2022, The Guardian (UK) ran a headline "Howard Carter stole Tutankhamun’s treasure, new evidence suggests." What's going on, exactly? We dive into the new information and its context. Read the Guardian article here.
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Aug 16, 2022 |
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166: Restoration III, Re-Restoring
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Horemheb vs Ay, Tutankhamun, and others. Everyone talks about Horemheb "erasing" Akhenaten. But the King demolished monuments of several rulers, and erased the names of others. What does it all mean? Episode details:
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Aug 02, 2022 |
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Appeal: Dakhleh Oasis Project (feat. Seth)
6:04
Seth needs you! In Egypt's western desert, the Dakhleh Oasis Project has been doing wonderful work. Unfortunately, recent events have disrupted access and archaeological work. In this brief appeal, we explain why the project is worthwhile, and why it needs your help... Details:
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Jul 29, 2022 |
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165: Praise Ra and Pass the Talatat
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Horemheb vs Akhenaten. To build his magnificent pylons at Karnak, Horemheb dismantled other monuments. Within the masonry of these pylons, archaeologists found nearly fifty thousand blocks from temples of Akhenaten... Episode details:
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Jul 26, 2022 |
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164b: Renovation Station
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Horemheb at Karnak (Part 2). There are secrets beneath the sand of Karnak. Horemheb's architects significantly changed the temple's landscape. In some cases, they even relocated older buildings, dismantling and moving them piece-by-piece... Episode details:
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Jul 12, 2022 |
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164: You Must Construct Additional Pylons
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Horemheb at Karnak (Part 1). Before his ascent, Horemheb had managed building projects for Tutankhamun. Now, as pharaoh, Horemheb went all out. He invested in one of the largest building sprees Karnak would ever see. His monuments continue to define this temple... Episode details:
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Jul 04, 2022 |
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Interlude: Dark Times - A Karnak Story
16:51
Karnak had experienced a tumultuous time, in the three decades preceding Horemheb's reign... Dates: c.1362 - 1300 BCE. Music interludes: Keith Zizza, Ancient Lyric, and Hathor Systrum. Further information at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Jun 30, 2022 |
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163: Nefertiti's Sister?
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Queen Mutnodjmet is a curious case. For some scholars, she may be the lost sister of Nefertiti. This hypothesis has kicked around for over 100 years. Why can’t we resolve it? Episode details:
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Jun 21, 2022 |
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162: The Chosen One
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Revisionist history in the age of pharaohs. King Horemheb (“Horus in Celebration”) came to power in unusual circumstances. To justify his rule, the new pharaoh set about “retelling” his origins. In a lengthy story, Horemheb cast himself as one chosen by the gods, and destined to rule… Episode details:
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Jun 14, 2022 |
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161: Horus Takes the Crown
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The Coronation of King Hor-em-heb. A few months after he took power, Egypt's new pharaoh Horemheb ("Horus in Celebration") celebrated his rule. It was a magnificent party... Episode details:
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May 31, 2022 |
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160b: The Purge
17:18
Other victims, and some clarifications. In this brief episode, I describe another individual who suffered desecration. Following Ay's death, members of his family/network fell from grace. Did they oppose, or fight, the new King Horemheb? Episode details:
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May 26, 2022 |
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160: Succession Crisis(?)
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Inheritance and vengeance. King Ay had his own plans for the succession. He promoted his relative, Nakht-Min, to great power and prominence. But when Ay died, Nakhtmin found himself at odds with Egypt's mighty general, Horemheb. What would happen, to the feuding leaders? Episode details:
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May 24, 2022 |
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Mini: Amarna International (Part II)
25:06
Mediterranean, Aegean, Pirates. In the 14th Century BCE, records from Egypt hint at piracy and raiding across the sea. And artistic images even show Mycenaeans(?) at the pharaoh's court. All of this may reflect the history behind great stories like the Odyssey... Date: c.1400 - 1300 BCE. Music: Michael Levy, "Odysseus and the Sirens," www.ancientlyre.com. Audio editing by www.yourpodcastpal.com. See the "Mycenaean Papyrus" at the British Museum website. Mycenaean pottery from Amarna, at the Petrie Museum University College London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 10, 2022 |
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Introducing: Casting Through Ancient Greece Podcast!
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Check out Casting Through Ancient Greece, a chronological deep dive on the world of the Aegean. From the earliest ages, through epic tales and archaeological discovery, Casting Greece takes you on a wonderful journey. Enjoy this teaser trailer, from a recent episode. And learn more at https://castingthroughancientgreece.com/ and https://twitter.com/CastingGreece
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May 07, 2022 |
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Mini: Amarna International (Part I)
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Egypt, Canaan, Babylon, Assyria. In the 14th Century BCE, travellers criss-crossed the world. Many came to Egypt for diplomacy, trade, and to live. In this episode, we explore three short stories relating to Egypt and its neighbours... Episode details
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Apr 27, 2022 |
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Remaster 06b: The Diary of Merer
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In the last years of Khufu’s reign, work on the Great Pyramid was nearing completion. From this period, the Diary of Merer provides unexpected testimony: a record of workers contributing to the Giza project… Episode Details Date: c. 2600 BCE. The Diary of Merer: English translation and commentary by Prof. Pierre Tallet available free, at IFAO. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net. Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Music interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos. Support the Show at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com and patreon.com. Audio editing and processing by yourpodcastpal.com. Select References Lehner and Hawass, Giza and the Pyramids (2017). Monnier and Lightbody, The Great Pyramid 2590 BC Onwards (2019). Tallet, Les Papyrus de la Mer Rouge I: Le "Journal de Merer" (Papyrus Jarf A et B) (2017). Tallet and Lehner, The Red Sea Scrolls: How Ancient Papyri Reveal the Secrets of the Pyramids (2021). Verner, The Pyramids: The Archaeology and History of Egypt’s Iconic Monuments (2020). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 08, 2022 |
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Mini: Deir el-Amarna
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Amarna Tales (Part 1). East of Akhet-Aten (Amarna), a walled-village hides among the hills. This "East Village" is a well-ordered, secluded community. It seems to be the new home of pharaoh's tomb builders. Originally, they lived at Deir el-Medina in west Luxor. But when Akhenaten founded his new royal city, the tomb-builders left their homes and came here. Today, archaeologists have uncovered a vast amount of material. Homes, animal pens, chapels, and countless artefacts shed light on daily life and family organisation in ancient Egypt. From homes to chapels, guard-houses to water depots, the East Village offers fantastic insights. It even includes traces of Tutankhamun, before he abandoned Amarna... Episode details:
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Mar 23, 2022 |
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Mini: Nefertiti and the Wreck of the Uluburun
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Or, the Life Aquatic with Gold Scarabs... Around 1325 BCE (estimates vary) a vessel sank near the cape of Uluburun, Turkey. The cargo was immense: twenty tonnes of goods, including copper, ivory, ornamental objects, spices, and more. Amid the finds, a curious item came to light: a gold scarab, bearing the name Neferneferuaten Nefertiti... What was a Nefertiti scarab doing on a trade ship, far from Egypt? And what do the finds tell us about the ship, its crew, and ancient trade? The Uluburun Shipwreck:
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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159b: Double Death
19:52
King Ay suffered badly in the afterlife. His funeral, in 1331 BCE, was poor; and a few decades/centuries later, vandals broke into his tomb. They ransacked the monument, attacked the King's images, and erased his names. The attack was brutal but methodical. Why did this happen? Episode Details Date c.1331 BCE and a few decades / centuries later. Logo image: Erasures on the wrists of Nut, Lady of the Sky, as she offers nyny (welcome) to King Ay. Photo by Dominic Perry, 2022. Photos: See photos of the tomb of Ay (KV23) by Dominic Perry, available on Google Drive. Music: “The Mummy’s Tomb,” by Tabletop Audio. Used with permission. Music: Sistrum sound effect by Hathor Systrum www.hathorsystrum.com. Used with permission. Music: Interludes by Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos. Select References A. Dodson, Amarna Sunset: Nefertiti, Tutankhamun, Ay, Horemheb, and the Egyptian Counter-Reformation (2nd edn, 2017). M. Gabolde, Toutankhamon (2015). W. J. Murnane, Texts from the Amarna Period in Egypt (1995). O. Schaden, ‘The God’s Father Ay’, Unpublished PhD. Thesis, University of Minnesota (1977). O. J. Schaden, ‘Clearance of the Tomb of King Ay (WV-23)’, Journal of the American Research Center in Egypt 21 (1984), 39–64. JSTOR online. R. H. Wilkinson, ‘Controlled Damage: The Mechanics and Micro-History of the Damnatio Memoriae Carried Out in KV-23, the Tomb of Ay’, Journal of Egyptian History 4 (2011), 129–47. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 15, 2022 |
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159: End of an Era
26:59
When Ay Died. The elderly pharaoh, Kheper-kheperu-Ra Ay, probably died in his fourth or fifth year of power (c. 1331 / 1330 BCE). Officially, his reign was short. But in the big picture, Ay's influence lasted decades. As a courtier, under Akhenaten and Tutankhamun, Ay participated in government and royal affairs for many years. This means we have abundant records for the man and his career, and Ay contributed to Egyptian history in some noteworthy ways. In this episode, we explore the final years of Ay's reign, and consider his legacy as a pharaoh of ancient Egypt... Episode details:
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Feb 05, 2022 |
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158b: Ay, jr.
11:58
Pharaoh's Nephew. A small statue, in the Brooklyn museum, tells a tale. Of a King's nephew (by marriage), and the paths to lucrative work and influence in Egyptian society. A young man, also named Ay, worked as a priest for Mut (the Mother Goddess) and Amun (the Hidden One). Along the way, this young man probably gained wealth and position. His tale gives us an opportunity to explore the "system" by which prominent families jostled for position, and promoted their sons... Episode details:
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Feb 01, 2022 |
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158: What Ay Did
19:49
Building Legacies. It is easy to overlook Ay, as a minor figure in the history of ancient Egypt. However, when we step back, and view his entire career (including pre-royal achievements), we can see things more clearly. As pharaoh, Ay continued many projects started under Tutankhamun. But since Ay had been a major advisor / courtier for that king, we can recognise these projects as part of a larger, longer trend. After the death of Akhenaten, the royal household radically reshaped many of its priorities. Since he first appeared on the scene, Ay was at the heart of those decisions… Episode details:
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Jan 25, 2022 |
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157b: Warlords
25:21
Horemheb and Hatti. In the days of King Ay (and Tutankhamun before him) conflicts in Canaan and Syria remained a constant issue. In recent years, scholars have uncovered more information about these events and people. Horemheb, the Overseer of the Overseers of the Troops (aka the General of Generals) seems to have dealt, and fought, with Hittite forces. The records are fragmentary, but the clues are intriguing... Episode details:
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Jan 18, 2022 |
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157: The Road to Kadesh
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Keeping up with the Kadeshians. In the past, historians thought the Egyptian government was passive (or even "pacifist") in the days of Akhenaten, Tutankhamun, and Ay. However, newer research has proved this wrong. We now have a fragmentary, but fascinating picture of warfare and diplomacy, taking place through Canaan and Syria. The town of Kadesh, on the Orontes River, is prominent. Once a vassal to pharaoh, the city suffered an attack by Hittite forces. It then changed sides, paying tribute to Suppiluliuma, King of the Land of Hatti. In the later years of Tutankhamun, or the early reign of Ay, the Egyptians responded to Kadesh's treachery... Episode details:
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Jan 11, 2022 |
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156: Oh, Ay Just Can't Wait to be King
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The servant ascends. Considering his background, it's not surprising that King Ay turned out to be quite "conservative." His early deeds continued the policies of Tutankhamun (a regime in which Ay had actively participated). The new pharaoh completed one of Tutankhamun's temples (the Ḥwt-Neb-kheperu-Ra in Waset/Thebes), and evoked Tutankhamun in his art. Ay also started his own monuments, at Akhmim / Akhmin (Khent-Menu). There, colossal statues and sanctuaries for Min would convey pharaoh's agenda...
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Dec 28, 2021 |
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155: The Queen's Gambit
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A difficult decision. Events in this period are murky. But if Ankhesenamun was the "Daḫamunzu" of Hittite record, then her attempt to find a new husband (of royal blood) had failed. So, she would have to accept a "servant." Whom would she choose? Episode Details:
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Dec 21, 2021 |
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154: Daḫamunzu (tA-Ḥmt-nswt)
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He said, she said. Around 1334 BCE (give or take), the King of Hatti received a curious message. While on campaign, King Suppiluliuma got word that Egypt's pharaoh (someone called "Nib-ḫuru-riya") had died. He had no son, and Egypt's ruling lady (daḫamunzu, or tA-ḥmt-nsw, the "King's Great Wife") needed assistance. The Queen sent a message: would Suppiluliuma help her, and Egypt? Strange events were about to unfold... Date: c. 1334 BCE (debated). King: Neb-kheperu-Ra Tut-ankh-Amun (debated) deceased King: Suppiluliuma, Great King of the Land of Hatti Music: Keith Zizza https://www.keithzizza.net/ Music: Michael Levy http://www.ancientlyre.com/ Sound interludes: Luke Chaos https://twitter.com/Luke_Chaos Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 14, 2021 |
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153f: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 6, Final)
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The Annexe and End of Excavation. Howard Carter uncovered the tomb of King Tutankhamun in November 1922. He would continue labouring in the monument until 1927, and the final conservation of objects would finish in 1932. Over these ten years of work, Carter tackled many challenges, some of which proved insurmountable. In the end, his labour, and the story of Tutankhamun's burial, stand as a testament to human effort and long legacies. Episode Chapters:
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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153e: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 5)
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Treasured Heirlooms. East of the Burial Chamber, in Tutankhamun's tomb, the per hedj ("Treasury") contained a smorgasbord of beautiful objects. Some of these were sacred, like the canopic vessels for Tutankhamun's organs. Others were symbolic, connecting the pharaoh with great gods like Osiris. And still others were curious, including some "heirlooms" from earlier rulers and generations... Episode Chapters:
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Nov 16, 2021 |
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153d: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 4)
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Curses and Controversies. From the moment they announced their discovery, Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were faced with overwhelming attention. How they responded, and how they chose to approach the excavation, would have a major impact on public perception of the tomb. And, when events took a tragic turn, the media were happy to capitalise on the issue... Episode Chapters:
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Nov 09, 2021 |
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153c: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 3)
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Coffins, Masks, and a Mummy. Within his Burial Chamber, Tutankhamun slept amid gold, glass, wood, and precious stone. His mummy is an extraordinary find, covered with ornaments, amulets, ceremonial clothing, and even weapons. From the famous image of his mummy mask, to a dagger made of "sky rock," the King's body reveals many tantalising stories... Episode Chapters:
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Nov 02, 2021 |
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153b: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 2)
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Shrines and Painting. Tutankhamun's Burial Chamber is a beautiful space. The decorations, though "simple," convey a meaningful series of events. The King's ascent to the sky, his entry to Osiris' kingdom, and his meeting with various gods, forms a beautiful journey in the afterlife. Also, the King's shrines (wood and gold) are decorated with complex and fascinating texts. In these chapters, we explore the first set of Tutankhamun's burial equipment... Episode Chapters
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Oct 26, 2021 |
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153a: The Tomb of Tutankhamun (Part 1)
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Seek and Discover. In this episode, we begin the tale of the most famous tomb in history. KV62, a small monument, in the lower reaches of the Valley of the Kings. Overlooked for three thousand years, the tomb finally emerged thanks to a persistent excavator and a stroke of good fortune. However, the Tomb of Tutankhamun has built up its own mythology. In this episode, we begin to explore the tomb, and its discovery, including some lesser-known questions... Episode Chapters
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Oct 19, 2021 |
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152: An Unexpected Burial
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Tutankhamun's Funeral. Following his death, the body of Tutankhamun underwent mummification. From studying his body, archaeologists can identify strange aspects of his preservation. We also know many details of his burial, thanks to paintings in the tomb, and curious items discovered nearby. From these sources, we can imagine King Tutankhamun’s funeral… Episode details:
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Oct 12, 2021 |
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Review: Tut (2015)
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A three-part miniseries, produced by Spike TV. "Tut" tells a story of the young ruler, as he wields power, confronts enemies, and deals with love and loss. Having watched the show during lockdown, I give my thoughts, with a special focus on the characters vs their historical counterparts...
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Oct 02, 2021 |
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Interview: Tutankhamun's World (with Prof. Nozomu Kawai)
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An interview with Nozomu Kawai, Professor of Egyptology at Kanazawa University, Japan. In this episode, we discuss the background of Tutankhamun's reign and family; and get to grips with some of the people who have appeared in the podcast (e.g. Maia, Sennedjem, and Userhat Hatiay). Prof. Kawai is an expert on this period, and his insights have been wonderful. Interviewee details:
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Sep 17, 2021 |
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Schedule Update
2:22
My home country (New Zealand) has unexpectedly gone into a full, multi-week lockdown. This means my work spaces and research facilities are currently inaccessible. So, I need to take a short break from the narrative. Not to worry, there is still a few "extra pieces" to share. Some interviews, and a couple special episodes as well. Thanks for your support, and for your patience <3 Links
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Aug 27, 2021 |
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151: The Death of Tutankhamun
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A life cut short. By 1334 BCE, Tut'ankhamun had ruled Egypt for approx. 10 years. Sadly, this would be his last. At the age of nineteen or so, the young ruler died. How did it happen? There are a few major hypotheses (illness, accident, or murder). However, as technology and medical science develops, some ideas seem less likely than others. In this episode, I review the major studies and proposals, and present a hypothetical reconstruction of the King's final moments...
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Aug 24, 2021 |
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150: Teenage Hunting Fighting Pharaoh
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King Tut'ankhamun was young, rich, and well-equipped for sport. His tomb contained an arsenal of goods, including chariots, bows, arrows, throwing sticks, and more. Also, artistic images convey the idea of the pharaoh as a triumphant hunter and warrior. In this episode, we explore evidence for Tut'ankhamun as a sportsman, pursuing game across the desert and through the marshes. From archaeology and art, the King's pastimes come through clearly... Episode details:
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Aug 17, 2021 |
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149: The King's Men
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Maya, Ay, Horemheb, and others. The men who served King Tut'ankhamun were unusually prominent and powerful. The Overseer of the Treasury (Maya), the Supreme General (Horemheb) and the highest courtier (Ay) may have divided power among themselves. Why were they so powerful? The youth of Tut'ankhamun, and developments in royal power since the reign of Akhenaten, may have weakened the authority or influence of the individual ruler. This was the next phase in an ongoing trend, as the power of the pharaohs evolved over time... Epilogue: We meet the King's servants, including his personal scribe (Iny); his personal driver (Per-aa-neheh); and the chief manager of the palaces (Ipy). Episode details:
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Aug 10, 2021 |
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148: The Life of Tutankhamun
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The King's mummy, daily routine, and children. Thanks to the preservation of his burial, we know a lot about Tut'ankhamun's daily life and habits. Aspects of his routine, like his shaving kit, walking sticks, and even his children survive to this day. Some of these stories are curious, others carry echoes of tragedy and loss. Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast. This episode contains detailed descriptions of human remains and themes like stillbirth.
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Aug 03, 2021 |
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147: Ankhesenamun
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The King's Great Wife. Queen Ankh-es-en-Amun (“She Lives for Amun”) was slightly older than her husband. Having grown up in the court, Ankhesenamun was established in power and experienced in royal life. However, she is far less prominent than her famous predecessors (Nefertiti and Tiye). Why? In this episode, we explore some of the traces of Ankhesenamun’s life, and her role as the King’s Great Wife. Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast. Titles of Ankhesenamun:
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Jul 27, 2021 |
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146: Restoration III, Tut'ankhamun in Opet
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Amun, Mut, Khonsu, and the King. Once a year, the city of Waset (Thebes / Luxor) hosted an enormous celebration. The Beautiful Festival of Opet honoured the great gods Amun-Ra, Mut, and Khonsu. The deities would emerge from their secret shrines, and ride in procession through the city and on the river. King Tut'ankhamun would lead these events, renewing the power of the gods and his right to rule... This is a big episode, probably best consumed over several sittings. Enjoy! Episode Details
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Jul 13, 2021 |
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Patreon Update
1:13
Annual memberships now available. Patreon recently introduced a new feature: a full year's subscription, in one go. Sign up today and get 10% off your subscription. Learn more at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Thanks for your support!
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Jul 01, 2021 |
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Interview: Ancient Technologies, with Dr. Martin Odler
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Metal, Monuments, and Makers. Dr. Martin Odler is a researcher at the Czech Institute of Egyptology, at Charles University in Prague. He studies the tools and objects that Egyptians used to build their famous monuments. Martin has worked on many excavations, and his research has added greatly to our knowledge of technology. He sat down with me to discuss this work, and the insights we can gain from ancient tools and metals. Learn more about Dr. Odler on Academia.edu, on Twitter, and buy his book Old Kingdom Copper Tools and Model Tools (2016) available from Archaeopress and all good booksellers.
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Jul 01, 2021 |
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Interview: Aten Worship, with Dr. Briana Jackson
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Shrines, Temples, Sanctuaries. Dr. Briana Jackson is a specialist in the worship of Aten. The sanctuaries, shrines, temples, and monuments of Akhenaten appear throughout Egypt, Wawat, and Kush. In this interview, Dr. Jackson discusses the Aten temples, as well as her work on YouTube. Learn more about Dr. Briana Jackson on her website, Academia.edu, Twitter, YouTube, and many more (Linktree).
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Jun 24, 2021 |
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Interview: An Ancient Lyre, with Michael Levy
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Reconstructing Music. Michael Levy is a renowned composer for ancient instruments and music. Using replicas of artefacts, and taking inspiration from texts and art, Michael creates wonderful songs based in the ancient styles. Michael sat down with the podcast to discuss his recent works, including his wonderful albums of ancient Egyptian compositions... Find Michael Levy at his website, on Spotify, on Bandcamp, on Apple Music and Amazon. Learn more about The History of Egypt Podcast at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Jun 16, 2021 |
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145b: Funding the Regime
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Gold in them hills. Tut'ankhamun is famous for his gold. But where did it come from? And how did the pharaoh pay for his costly Restoration project? In this episode, we briefly explore some records for Tut’ankhamun’s gold miners and how they obtained that precious yellow metal… Date: c. 1336 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza. Music by Jeffrey Goodman. Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network.
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Jun 06, 2021 |
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145: Restoration II, Faces of the Gods
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Living Images. King Tut’ankhamun is famous for the Restoration of traditional temples. But what did that involve? Records from the King’s reign give us insight to the practical business. We see the repairs of Karnak and Luxor Temples, royal decrees for new statues, and we meet the man who made the gods’ holy images… Date: c. 1336 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza, Music by Ancient Lyric, Music by Jeffrey Goodman. Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network. The History of Egypt Podcast endorses RA EGYPTIAN, the clean, natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egyptian sources. Use the checkout code EGYPT to enjoy 30% off your order!
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May 30, 2021 |
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144b: Sennedjem, Menay
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Caregiver and Tutor. Young Tut’ankhamun had multiple caregivers. We have already met Maia, the menat of the King. Now, we meet Sen-nedjem, the menay. From his large (but overlooked) tomb, Sen-nedjem left a record of his work, family, and beliefs. We explore this monument and get a sense of his world…
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May 23, 2021 |
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144: Maia, Menat
59:38
One who nourished the god. Tut’ankhamun never refers to his birth mother. And until 1996, historians had little idea of the person who raised this young pharaoh. That changed with the discovery of Maia, the royal menat (wet-nurse and teacher). The opening of her tomb, at Saqqara, dramatically expanded our understanding of Tut’ankhamun’s early life. Today, we dive deep into Maia’s career and place in society... Date: c. 1353 – 1340 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Music and "Maia" vocal performance by Ancient Lyric. Special music by Luke Chaos. Music by Keith Zizza. Music by Music by Jeffrey Goodman. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network. Read Prof. Alain Zivie’s discussion of Maia and the princess Meritaten at Academia.edu. Logo and Banner images from Zivie, La Tombe de Maïa, 2009 (edited for clarity).
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May 16, 2021 |
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143b: Fun and Fashion
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When archaeologists opened the tomb King Tut'ankhamun, they found many of his childhood possessions inside. Today, we can get a sense of his life by looking at his games, toys, and clothes. Date: c. 1353 – 1340 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Music by Keith Zizza. Music by Ancient Lyric. Music by Jeffrey Goodman. YouTube: Dr. Irving Finkel plays the Royal Game of Ur with Tom Scott. Dig It with Raven plays the Royal Game of Ur in Two Parts (Part 1 and Part 2). Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network. The History of Egypt Podcast endorses RA EGYPTIAN, the clean, natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egyptian sources. Use the checkout code EGYPT to enjoy 30% off your order!
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May 09, 2021 |
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143: The Boy King Tutankhamun
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From baby to boy. For all his fame and glamour, the life of Tut'ankhamun was more difficult than it seems. The young king dealt with physical challenges and a social environment that treated him as an "idea," more than a person. Today, studies of his mummy give us clues at his early life...
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May 02, 2021 |
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142c: Amurrites 3, Betrayal
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Interlude: The greatest treachery. By the end of Akhenaten's reign, events in Syria had developed their own momentum. Rulers like Aziru, prince of Amurru, were causing trouble. Akhenaten had to deal with Aziru as best he could. But the death of Akhenaten interrupted any reconciliation. Soon after, Aziru was looking to other opportunities... Date c.1345 – 1340 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Music by Michael Levy. Music by Keith Zizza. Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh. Support the show and get exclusive perks on Patreon. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network. The History of Egypt Podcast endorses RA EGYPTIAN, the clean, natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egyptian sources. Use the checkout code EGYPT to enjoy 30% off your order! Cover image adapted from Osama Shukir Muhammed Amin FRCP(Glasg), CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Apr 26, 2021 |
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142b: Deeds of the Hittites
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Interlude: Warlords and Adventurers. In the second millennium BCE, a new power rose to the north of Egypt. The Kingdom of Hatti (aka the land of the Hittites) emerged as a significant political, economic, and military force. In this episode, we introduce the Hittite state and its early deeds before the reign of Tut'ankhamun. Date c.1790 – 1350 BCE. Music by Michael Levy. Music by Keith Zizza. Episode logo adapted from a photo by Carole Raddato via Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 2.0. Image cropped/enhanced. Check out the new Hittite series on The Ancient World Pocast.
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Apr 18, 2021 |
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News: Aten Town, Luxor
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A remarkable discovery. In April 2021, Egyptologists working in Luxor announced a major discovery. A new “lost” city, associated with Amunhotep III (and probably Akhenaten as well). In this brief roundup, we discuss the details, the context, and the significance of the find. Date c.1350 BCE and 2021 CE. Links to photos and videos at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Music by Keith Zizza. Music by Ancient Lyric.
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Apr 13, 2021 |
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142: Wars in the North
35:16
Egypt on the offensive. King Tutankhamun's government had to deal with major threats in the north. Instability and regional warfare had spread through Syria and Canaan. To tackle these, pharaoh despatched his most prominent general. Horemheb, representative of the King, led the soldiers of Egypt into battle... Date c.1340 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at Patreon, Music by Keith Zizza, Music by Ancient Lyric, Music by Jeffrey Goodman. Hear the trumpets of Tutankhamun on BBC Radio. The History of Egypt Podcast is supported by RA EGYPTIAN, the natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egypt. Visit www.ra-egyptian.com and use the checkout code EGYPT to receive a massive 30% discount on your order.
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Apr 11, 2021 |
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News: The Pharaohs' Parade
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Splendour and Ceremony. On April 3rd, 2021, Egypt hosted a magnificent celebration. Royal mummies, including Kings and Queens, departed their old home and made for a new one. In future, these rulers will reside in the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. Moving the royal mummies was a complex, grandiose event. I report on the parade, and the historical background of these famous mummies… Recordings of the parade on YouTube; musical performance by Amira Salim and Ahmed Mounib; Cairo residents cheer the parade, by Rania Atef on Twitter; details of the performance by Heba Abd el Gawad on Twitter; Photos at Ahram. Further details, links, images, and references at The History of Egypt Podcast website.
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Apr 04, 2021 |
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Mini: Mery-Neith, First Servant of Aten
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A complicated career. In the reigns of Akhenaten and Tut'ankhamun, one of Egypt's top religious officials was Mery-Neith ("Beloved of Neith"). This man served in the temples, first as a Steward, then as the High Priest of Aten in Amarna. Along the way, Meryneith had to navigate the difficult political waters. To survive in Akhenaten's court, he even had to change his name... Date c.1360 – 1340 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Music by Keith Zizza. Music by Ancient Lyric. Support the show and get exclusive perks on Patreon. See other shows from the Agora Podcast Network. The History of Egypt Podcast endorses RA EGYPTIAN, the clean, natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egyptian sources. Use the checkout code EGYPT to enjoy 30% off your order!
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Mar 28, 2021 |
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141: The Restoration of Amun
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I'm bringing ma'at back. One of Tutankhamun's famous projects is the Restoration, a country-wide program of repairs and gifts for major temples. After the excesses of Akhenaten, the boy king and his government invested massive amounts of resources. Their goal? Renew the temples, replenish the priesthood, and curry favour with both the gods and the elites of Egyptian society... Date c.1341 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com. The History of Egypt Podcast is supported by RA EGYPTIAN, the natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egypt. Visit www.ra-egyptian.com and use the checkout code EGYPT to receive a massive 30% discount on your order.
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Mar 21, 2021 |
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140: Tutankhamun
38:24
Tut-Ankh-Amun. Early in his reign, the young pharaoh Tut-ankh-Aten changed his name to Tut-ankh-Amun. Why did he do this? What did it mean? And how much control did this young ruler have over his own identity?
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Mar 14, 2021 |
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139: King Tut-ankh-Aten
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A famous reign. Following the death of Nefer-neferu-aten, a new ruler came to the throne. Tut-ankh-Aten was young, perhaps nine years old. He inherited power at a tumultuous point in history... Date c. 1343 BCE. Images and References at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Support the show and get exclusive perks on Patreon or make a Paypal Donation. Music by Keith Zizza. Additional music by Jeffrey Goodman. Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh. Written by Dominic Perry. The History of Egypt Podcast endorses RA EGYPTIAN, the clean, natural skincare line with products derived from ancient Egyptian sources. Use the checkout code EGYPT to enjoy 30% off your order!
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Mar 07, 2021 |
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Tour 2022: Who wants to visit Egypt?
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In January 2022, I would like to take another tour to Egypt. Assuming travel is safe and secure, we have a 14-day itinerary for travel along the Nile. We will visit Cairo, Luxor, Abydos, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and many monuments that are off the beaten track. There are special tombs, not open to the general public, and much more. You can reserve your place now (pay later) at Ancient World Tours. Numbers are limited, so don't wait! www.ancient.co.uk/holiday/the-history-of-egypt/, additional info at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com
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Mar 04, 2021 |
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Interview: Mummies! with Prof. Ann Rosalie David
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What does a mummy smell like? Prof. Ann Rosalie David is a pioneering researcher in mummies and ancient pathology. Having led many studies on Egyptian bodies, Prof. David helps reconstruct the lifestyles of the past. In this interview, she helpfully answers questions about ancient diseases, the Amarna royal mummies, and some left-field topics as well. Learn more about Ann Rosalie David and her work at Manchester University. Purchase "A Year in the Life of Ancient Egypt," by Rosalie David at Pen & Sword Publishing (Kindle, Hardcover, and ePub). Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com, Sound effects by Keith Zizza keithzizza.com and Hathor Systrum. Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast.
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Feb 28, 2021 |
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138: Lost Women of Amarna
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Powerful, but vanished. Following the death of Akhenaten, several prominent women disappear from history. Meritaten, the King’s Eldest Daughter; Kiya, one of his wives; and two mysterious daughters, the “Tasherits” present unresolved questions. What happened to them? We explore this question… Date c.1343 BCEwww.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Feb 21, 2021 |
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Mini: The Brutal Death of Seqenenre Ta'a
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Crime Scene Investigation. In the early 1500s BCE, the King of Southern Egypt, Seqen-en-re Ta’a died. His end was violent and bloody. The king was a victim of (unknown) enemies, who tied him up and executed him. The full circumstances of this event are coming to light with new research. Today, we dig into recent studies on the event and its larger context… Read the new study of Seqenenre's mummy at https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmed.2021.637527. References and further reading at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Feb 18, 2021 |
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137b: The Tomb of Nefertiti
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A Hidden Monument? In recent years, the public has thrilled to reports that hidden chambers, in the tomb of Tutankhamun, might contain the burial of Nefertiti. But the question of Nefertiti's tomb is complicated. In fact, it's possible she never even received a kingly/royal burial. In this episode, we explore the results of many studies... www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com, Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh
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Feb 14, 2021 |
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137: The Death of Nefertiti
35:30
A Short-Lived Reign. By 1344 BCE, Nefer-neferu-Aten (Nefertiti) was in her mid-thirties. She did not have long to live. In her third regnal year, the King of Egypt died. Her death is mysterious: was it natural, an accident, or murder? Studying Nefertiti's last years, and the mummy that might belong to her, we go in search of answers. How did Nefertiti die? www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com, Music by Jeffrey Goodman www.jeffreygoodmanmusic.com
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Feb 07, 2021 |
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136: Pharaoh Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten)
36:35
Nefertiti, King of Egypt. Following the death of Akhenaten, Queen Nefertiti may have become a King. Modern research suggests that, following her husband's death, Nefertiti became the new pharaoh. Her reign, and policies, are a shadowy but fascinating chapter in the royal history... www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Jan 31, 2021 |
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Summary: Akhenaten (Phase 3)
17:44
The final chapters. The last years of Akhenaten's reign (12 to 17) are a litany of difficulties and losses. The King's household suffered challenges, and he responded with extreme policies. Before we leave the King for good, we summarise what had happened, and what it all means... www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Jan 26, 2021 |
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News: BIG Discovery at Saqqara
12:04
The Ministry of Antiquities has announced a major discovery in the necropolis of Saqqara. A funerary temple, dating to the Old Kingdom (Dynasty 6) has come to light. Also, the Egyptian excavators have opened more than fifty burial shafts of the New Kingdom (Dynasties 18 and 19). The discovery is massive, and promises to add a lot to our understanding of life, burial, and religion in the ancient necropolis. Discovery announced January 16th, 2021. Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman. See photos and read the press releases at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com
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Jan 17, 2021 |
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Exploring the Oases (The Dakhleh Oasis Project)
19:19
A Call for Help. Since 2014, the Dakhleh Oasis Project has been dealing with restrictions on its excavations in Egypt's western desert. Due to security concerns, traditional funding has dried up, and the Project directors have turned to crowd funding for assistance. If you can spare a dollar, please listen to this audio introduction from Dominic and Dr. Pawel Polkowski, a director working for the project. You can learn more at the websites below, and you can support the DOP via Go Get Funding at https://gogetfunding.com/island-of-the-blessed-the-dakhleh-oasis-project/. Learn about the Project on their website http://dakhlehoasisproject.com/ and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/egyptdop. Thank you for your time, and please consider supporting a worthy cause. Even one dollar, from enough people, can make a big difference. Music by Ancient Lyric at www.bettinajoydeguzman.com and Keith Zizza at www.keithzizza.com.
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Jan 14, 2021 |
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Mini: Chief of the Medjay
19:24
In the city of Akhet-Aten (Amarna) a small tomb hides a noteworthy story. Here, we find the life and work of a police officer. Mahu, Chief of the Medjay in Akhet-Aten, managed the guards who patrolled the Horizon of Aten. Mahu, and his troops, were responsible for guarding the outposts and apprehending fugitives. Possibly, they were also involved in criminal punishments. Some of those practices were quite cruel… Date c. 1357-1343 BCE, Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Dec 20, 2020 |
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Introducing my Research Assistant
4:19
Meet Elissa Day, a graduate student at the University of Cambridge, and my new Research Assistant! Follow Elissa on twitter.com @emtd98
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Dec 11, 2020 |
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Interview: The Place and the People, with Fatma Keshk
40:13
Fatma Keshk is an Egyptologist, archaeologist and researcher in Egyptian heritage. She leads the outreach project "The Place and the People," working to strengthen ties between archaeologists and local Egyptian communities. It is my pleasure to welcome Fatma to the History of Egypt Podcast; I hope you enjoy the conversation. Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Fatma Keshk at the Free University of Berlin https://exoriente.academia.edu/FatmaKeshk,The Place and the People online www.facebook.com/The-Place-and-the-People-2315808581791112, The Tale of Shutb (children's story in English) https://www.britishmuseum.org
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Dec 09, 2020 |
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Interview: Nubian Egypt, with Dr. Aaron de Souza.
1:22:26
Aaron de Souza is an archaeologist specializing in the material culture of Egypt and Nubia. He earned his PhD at Macquarie University, Sydney, in 2016, and is now a Marie Sklodowska Curie Fellow at the Austrian Academy of Sciences, in Vienna. In the field, Aaron works with ceramics and material culture, particularly in cemetery contexts. He has published several articles and a book, titled New Horizons: The Pan-Grave Ceramic Tradition in Context. Aaron is an insightful researcher, part of the new generation of scholars that are examining (and re-examining) historical material in new ways. Learn more about Dr. Aaron de Souza online at Academia https://oeaw.academia.edu/AarondeSouza, the In Between Nubia website https://inbetweennubia.com/author/amdesouza/, and on Twitter https://twitter.com/aaronmdesouza. Shop History of Egypt merchandise at www.teepublic.com, Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Dec 01, 2020 |
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Interview: Egyptian Heritage, with Heba abd el Gawad
49:30
Heba Abd el Gawad is an exhibition curator, public outreach specialist and researcher in Egyptian heritage within museum contexts. She is the postdoctoral researcher for the project ‘Egypt’s Dispersed Heritage: Views from Egypt’ at the Institute of Archaeology, University College of London, in addition to many other important works. Heba joins the History of Egypt Podcast to discuss public outreach, museum communication and accessibility, and the cultural heritage of Egypt and its people. For more information about the projects discussed in this interview, see the following links: Egypt's Dispersed Heritage project on Twitter www.twitter.com/excavatedegypt and Facebook www.facebook.com/EgyptsDispersedHeritage, the Manchester Museum Podcast "Who Owns Egyptian heritage?" Manchester Museum https://www.mmfromhome.com/podcast/episode/39f9e1a5/who-owns-egyptian-heritage-with-heba-abd-el-gawad, Arabic Digital Comics during COVID 19 www.al-fanarmedia.org/2020/08/arabic-comics-reach-a-wider-audience-through-digital-projects/, and "Fayoum Human Remains Your mummies, Their Ancestors," a webinar on the ethics of displaying and researching human remains in partnership with Egypt Exploration Society and Everyday Orientalist www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC51hWto1J8&t=4603s. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Nov 24, 2020 |
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Fun: The Tomb Kings
1:48:00
An unofficial history, Part 1. In distant ages, and forgotten realms, a mighty civilization once flourished on the banks of a great river. The people of Nehekhara and their great kings are now a memory… but they are not dead. Not quite. Today, we dive into the lore of a fantasy civilization, inspired by ancient Egypt… Date c.2,500 Before the Imperial Calendar (I.C.) Music by TableTop Audio www.tabletopaudio.com Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music from Pond5 www.pond5.com All images copyright Games Workshop, additional images at Art Station (search: Tomb Kings) CHAPTER TIME CODES
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Oct 31, 2020 |
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Show Update - End of 2020
6:56
Some good news and some bad news. Before we start the next chapter of Egyptian history, I need to take a break. Fortunately, I also have some help on the next step. In this update, I explain my situation at the end of 2020 and what the future holds for the podcast... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Oct 26, 2020 |
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135: The Face(s) of Akhenaten
1:03:10
Legacy and Summary. Today, we look back at Akhenaten's reign, and I ramble for a while about his importance in history, both ancient and modern... Date c. 1346 BCE and 20th Century CE, Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Oct 23, 2020 |
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134b: The Burial(s) of Akhenaten
35:46
Side-episode. Today we discuss some "extra" items from Akhenaten's tomb. Also, we return to KV55, that elusive monument in the Valley of the Kings, to see some reasons why it *might* be Akhenaten. Date c.1346 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 15, 2020 |
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134: The Death of Akhenaten
1:08:35
A controversy comes to its end. King Akhenaten died in his 17th year on the throne. Surprisingly, we know a lot about his passing and his burial. From the date of his death, to his sarcophagus, shabti figurines and his innovative tomb, we can get a sense of how this controversial ruler finally met his end... Date c.1346 BCE, Images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show and get exclusive perks at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Oct 07, 2020 |
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133: The Heretic King
1:00:36
Erasing a God. Sometime in his reign, Akhenaten initiated a project that has made him infamous. The King’s agents, sculptors and masons travelled throughout the country, visiting major temples and shrines. Their job? Hack away the name and figure of Amun, King of the Gods, wherever they found it. This project is the most controversial of Akhenaten’s reign.Today, we dig into what happened, and why the King did it... Chapter 2 begins at 24:30, Date c.1347 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric bettinajoydeguzman.com, The History of Egypt Podcast is a member of the Agora Podcast Network www.agorapodcastnetwork.com
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Sep 09, 2020 |
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Interview: Prof. Kara Cooney (Full Version)
1:30:10
Full version of the interview with Prof. Kara Cooney, for those who want it. Time codes for discussion... Intro 03:25... Funerary Culture 11:11... Craftworking 25:56... Hatshepsut's Legacy 38:19... Royal Authority 56:09... Hatshepsut's Mummy 1:07:24... Egyptological Science, Media, and Prof. Cooney's career 1:15:38. Learn more about Prof. Kara Cooney and read her published material at http://karacooney.squarespace.com/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/karacooneyegyptologist/ Visit The History of Egypt Podcast website https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/, Intro music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Outro music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Aug 29, 2020 |
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Interview: Egyptology, Science, and Media with Prof. Kara Cooney
14:58
Interview with Kara Cooney, Part 3: The Science of Egyptology, Research in the Public Arena, and future works. Kathlyn (Kara) Cooney is professor of Egyptian Art and Architecture at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). In this interview, we discuss her work for TV documentaries and popular publishing. We also dive into the science of Egyptology, how it gets reported in media, and recent developments. Finally, we discuss Kara's current and future projects, and what we can look forward to on the horizon... Kara Cooney's website http://karacooney.squarespace.com/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/karacooneyegyptologist/ The History of Egypt Podcast website https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/. Intro music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Outro music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Aug 28, 2020 |
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Interview: Hatshepsut, Power, and the Mafia with Prof. Kara Cooney
37:21
Interview with Kara Cooney, Part 2: The Impact of Hatshepsut's Reign on the Royal House of Dynasty 18. Kara (Kathlyn) Cooney is professor of Egyptian Art and Architecture at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). In this interview, we discuss her book The Woman Who Would be King, and her research into the reign and legacy of King Hatshepsut. Episode image: a statue of Hatshepsut, in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Kara Cooney's website http://karacooney.squarespace.com/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/karacooneyegyptologist/ The History of Egypt Podcast website https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/. Intro music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Outro music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Aug 27, 2020 |
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Interview: The Cost of Death with Prof. Kara Cooney
37:23
Kara Cooney, Part 1: Funerary Culture and Royal Power. Kathlyn (Kara) Cooney is professor of Egyptian Art and Architecture at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). In this interview, we discuss her research in funerary culture and the cost of burial for non-royal Egyptians during the New Kingdom. Episode logo image: the coffin of Sennedjem, showing (top) high-quality carved glyphs and (bottom) rough, "inexpert/apprentice" glyphs. Kara Cooney's website http://karacooney.squarespace.com/ and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/karacooneyegyptologist/ History of Egypt Podcast website https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/. Intro music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Outro music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
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Aug 26, 2020 |
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Interview: Uncovering Amarna, with Dr. Chris Naunton
1:32:22
Interview episode. Chris Naunton is the former head of the Egypt Exploration Society and the elected President International Association of Egyptologists (2016-2019). With decades of experience, he is an enthusiastic and engaging scholar, with a particular talent for outreach and communication. Dr. Naunton sat down to discuss the city of Amarna, its exploration, and the evidence that helps us connect with its ancient, famous people. Dr. Naunton's website and books https://chrisnaunton.com. Youtube seminars: "The People of Amarna" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1A6f5yk1QdM,"A History of the Egypt Exploration Society" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AgqomUA-BQ, and The Lost Tombs of Egypt" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-ogtWxeV9A. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Follow the podcast at https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/
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Aug 19, 2020 |
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132: Iconic Nefertiti
48:41
The Nefertiti bust. How it was made, how it was discovered, and how it wound up in a museum far from its home. Date c.1347 BCE and 1912 CE https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, additional music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com
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Aug 07, 2020 |
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131: King Nefertiti
46:17
The Queen becomes King. Throughout Akhenaten’s reign, the Great King’s Wife Neferet-Iti (Nefertiti) grew more and more prominent. By regnal year 16 (1437 BCE), she seemed to be an equal to her husband. Eventually, the Queen may have transitioned to a new role, and become a co-regent alongside Akhenaten. In this episode, we explore the evidence for Nefertiti as a King… CHAPTER TWO TIME CODE 22:38 Date c. 1347 BCE https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Jul 29, 2020 |
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130: The Life and Death of Smenkhkare
19:17
A Short-Lived Ruler. In 1349 BCE, Egypt had two kings. But not for long. The young ruler, Smenkhkare, was destined to die early. In this episode, we explore the strange case of Akhenaten's co-king... Date c.1349 BCE https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jul 22, 2020 |
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129: Hard-Knock Life
29:15
Child labour, plague, and dark deeds at Amarna. By regnal year 14 (c.1349 BCE) Akhenaten's capital city had grown to almost thirty thousand people. This massive growth carried a price, one that archaeologists are finding in the city's vast cemeteries... Date c.1349 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com Support the show for early access, ad-free episodes, and much more at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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Jul 06, 2020 |
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Interview: Amarna Sunset with Prof. Aidan Dodson
54:35
Royal Tombs, Amarna, Egyptology. Prof. Aidan Dodson has been in the game many years, and has published widely on a variety of topics. From his best-selling Amarna Sunset, Amarna Sunrise and The Royal Tombs of Ancient Egypt, Prof. Dodson is familiar to many who are interested in ancient Egypt. In this interview, he sat down to discuss the Amarna Period, royal tombs, and the science of history in Egyptology. A fascinating conversation, which I'm excited to share! Date c.1350 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Find more of Prof. Dodson's work and purchase his book The Royal Tombs of Ancient Egypt at Pen & Sword Publishing https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Aidan-Dodson/a/2681
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Jun 25, 2020 |
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128: True Crime KV55 (DNA, CSI... etc)
43:37
The Mysterious Mummy. In this episode, we visit the historical crime scene known as Valley of the Kings tomb number 55. KV55 is easily the most analysed, debated, and confounding find in all of Egyptology... Date: c.1350 BCE and 1907 CE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Jun 19, 2020 |
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127: Meket-Aten and Smenkh-Ka-Re
31:36
Two Funerals and a Wedding, Part 2. In 1350 BCE the royal house of Egypt was in crisis. The princess Meket-Aten, just eight years old, was the second prominent person to die in a short span of time. Soon after, Akhenaten seems to have appointed a new co-ruler. His name was Smenkh-ka-Re. Date c.1350 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Jun 05, 2020 |
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126: The Death of Queen Tiye
31:42
Two Funerals and a Wedding, Part 1. Around year 12 of Akhenaten, the Queen Mother Tiye died. She journeyed to the West at the age of 60, having been a powerful influence for more than fifty years. Tiye is a monumental figure, literally, in the history of ancient Egypt. In this episode, we do her honour, and explore her legacy following her death. Date c.1351 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com
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Jun 03, 2020 |
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125b: Maru Aten and North Palace
25:57
A guided tour. In this episode we explore two monuments belonging to an ancient princess, and see the luxury in which a pharaoh's daughter lived... Date c.1451 BCE (reign of Akhenaten) www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, support the show and get ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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May 20, 2020 |
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125: House of Meritaten
23:55
A Princess of Egypt. By 1351 BCE, princess Meritaten was approximately ten years old. The pharaoh's eldest daughter was front and centre of propaganda. But what was her life like? Today, we explore the life of an Egyptian princess... Date c. 1451 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, support the show and get ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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May 18, 2020 |
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124: Amurrites 2, The Crimes of Aziru
1:06:31
Diplomacy, Betrayal, Murder. Around 1350 BCE, the sons of Abdi-Ashirta inherited his power and began to pursue further conquests. Along the way, they committed several heinous crimes... Date c.1355-1350 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com I will be presenting at the Intelligent Speech Conference on June 27, 2020! Get early bird tickets for just $10 USD at www.intelligentspeechconference.com/shop/, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, music by music by Derek and Brandon Fiechter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/, support the show and get ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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May 04, 2020 |
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123: Amurrites and Where to Find Them
1:18:33
Abdi-Ashirta and the Rise of Amurru. In the later years of Amunhotep III (father of Akhenaten) and the early years of Akhenaten himself, events in the north began to trouble the royal court. The Egyptian empire, long established in Canaan and Syria, was under threat. Great powers were rising, and regional vassals were starting to fight amongst themselves. Into this milieu, a man named Abdi-Ashirta began to make waves... Episode date c.1365-1360 BCE. Music by Derek and Brandon Fiechter. Intro music by Keith Zizza. Support the show and get ad-free, extended episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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Apr 15, 2020 |
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122: Letters from the Capital
24:33
A Man Living Alone. In the midst of Akhenaten's whirlwind reforms, and his radical decisions, it's easy to forget the impact this probably had on ordinary people. How did the folks who followed Akhenaten adjust to life in a completely new city? A few letters and texts, excavated in the old capital, give us a glimpse... Episode details at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show and get episodes early + ad-free at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Mar 30, 2020 |
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Interview: Alcohol & Economics with Prof. Leslie Anne Warden
51:30
Beer, Bread and Pharaoh's Power. My guest today is Dr. Leslie Anne Warden, Associate Professor of art history and archaeology at Roanoke College in Virginia, USA. An insightful scholar, Prof. Warden is here to share her investigations into the world of ancient economics, particularly how beer and bread can reveal the inner-workings of Egyptian society. From ceramics to experiments in brewing, Prof. Warden provides a detailed and thoughtful view on the world of the Nile Valley. Look: Pottery and Economy in Old Kingdom Egypt, 2013; University profile, Academia.edu. Podcast website www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show and get ad-free, early releases at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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Mar 25, 2020 |
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Interview: Ancient Lives with Prof. Elizabeth Frood
36:03
Two Kiwis Nerding Out. My guest today is Dr. Elizabeth Frood, Associate Professor of Egyptology and Director of the Griffith Institute at the University of Oxford, UK. In a lively discussion, Prof. Frood shares her insights into ancient lives and how people living in the non-royal sphere approached their immortality. Statues, texts and graffiti show us the minds of these people and how they depicted their concerns, beliefs and ideas. It's a great conversation and I think you'll really enjoy it! Book, Biographical Texts from Ramessid Egypt, 2007. Background: Oxford academic page and research info at Academia.edu. Story: Egypt, fieldwork and physical disabilities; BBC - the infection which took my nose and legs; Facebook - the Egyptologist who almost lost everything.
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Mar 18, 2020 |
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Summary: Akhenaten (Phase 2)
18:32
Interlude: More Story So Far... We've covered a lot since Akhenaten abandoned the traditional capitals and moved to his new home of Akhet-Aten. Now, the second phase of pharaoh's rule lasted between regnal years 6 and 12 (c.1357-1351 BCE). In this time, the King completed many of the goals he initiated back in phase 1. Then, he began to build on those, further refining his ideas and moving forward into new territory... Date: c.1357 to 1351 BCE (regnal year 6 to 12) King: Akhenaten (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re) Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten) Location: Amarna (Akhet-Aten) Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Learn More about the Podcast at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 04, 2020 |
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121: Festival of Tribute
49:37
Akhenaten (Part 11): Foreigners Submit. By 1351 BCE, Akhenaten had achieved many of his early goals. His city, Akhet-Aten, was established, his religious ideas were reaching maturity, and the King could begin to express his vision of Aten in a new way. Finally, pharaoh could celebrate his mastery over foreign populations. Thus, in 1351 BCE, Egypt played host to a grand celebration of tribute… Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Podcast and get AD-FREE, early release episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com and Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com
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Feb 23, 2020 |
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120: Reverend Mother
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Akhenaten (Part 10): Queen Tiye's Retirement. For the first decade of Akhenaten's rule, his mother Tiye was a background figure. But we have more evidence for her later years than you'd expect, including magnificent art and objects. Plus, the Queen herself returned to public life when she made a splendid visit to pharaoh's new city... Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Podcast and get AD-FREE, early release episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jan 30, 2020 |
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Mini Episode: The Doomed Prince
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Ancient Fairytales (Part 2). Sometime in the 18th Dynasty, perhaps around the time of Akhenaten, a fairy-tale became popular in Egypt. The story spoke of a prince, forced to flee his home after a prophecy foretold that he would die from one of three fates - a dog, a snake, or a crocodile. Leaving Egypt, the prince went on many adventures - some quite familiar from our own fairy tales. Inevitably, though, the young man had to face his destiny, and confront the three fates which came for him... Support the show and get AD-FREE early access at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast... Episode bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com... Thanks for listening!
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Jan 08, 2020 |
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Mini Episode: The Tale of Two Brothers
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Ancient Fairytales (Part 1). In the late 18th or early 19th Dynasties, a story developed in Egypt. It told of two siblings, Anubis and Bata, who contended with injustice and misfortune. Facing treachery, divine intervention and even the pharaoh himself, the two brothers overcame obstacles and sought to restore justice, against those who did them wrong. In this fairytale, we see how two (divine) beings contended with falsehood. Support the Podcast and get AD-FREE EARLY ACCESS at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast... Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com,
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Jan 01, 2020 |
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119: Tut-ankh-Aten
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Akhenaten (Part 9): A Royal Son. By 1352 BCE, Akhenaten and his family were well ensconced in the palaces of Amarna. The pharaoh could enjoy the company of his Great Wife, Nefertiti, and his three elder daughters. He could also enjoy the pleasures afforded by his second wife and look forward to the eventual birth of his son, a prince who would become one of the most famous names in Egyptian history... Date c.1352 BCE https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Dec 18, 2019 |
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118b: Priests and Provisions
34:36
Priests and Provisions for Akhet-Aten. Around 1354 BCE (regnal year 8), Akhenaten took care to organise his new royal city. Among other things he expanded the agricultural domain which would serve Aten (the sun god), and he also appointed new priests and administrators to manage his temples. As the first decade of his rule came towards its end, Akhenaten's vision was finally starting to become reality... Date c.1354 BCE https://www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/all-episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Dec 04, 2019 |
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118: The House of Aten
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Amarna (Part 5): Great Temples. When he established his new residence-city, Akhenaten made special provision for his god’s house. Two great temples, dedicated to the solar disc, rose on the east bank of the Nile River. Searching the archaeological remains, and scouring the artistic record of these temples, we can get a sense of how Akhenaten worshipped his god; and some of the symbols and meanings he used to express it... Date: c.1357 BCE. King Akhenaten (Nefer-kheperu-Re). Queen Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten)... Images/resources for this episode at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 21, 2019 |
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Interview: Akhnaten (a MetOpera cast)
50:50
Interlude: An Interview with Akhnaten In 1983, Philip Glass debuted his opera Akhnaten, a bold musical exploration of the pharaoh, his reign and his legacy. Now, Akhnaten returns in a new run. Akhnaten by The Metropolitan Opera, in New York, is running from November 8th to December 7th, 2019 and will be broadcast worldwide in cinemas; find tickets here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 13, 2019 |
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117: Adoring Ra
31:46
Precursors to Atenism. The god Aten has a long history; and in the 18th Dynasty, many Egyptians were praising the sun god in a variety of forms (Ra, Atum, Horakhty, Aten, Khepri etc). Akhenaten's reforms were radical, but they have some obvious roots. Looking at several religious texts, side by side, we can see how the sun god became a major, universal deity at this time... (Date = 1400-1360 BCE; King = Akhenaten; Queen = Nefertiti; Location = Thebes and Amarna. Website at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Sistrum by Hathor Systrum https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7pYdPOS4yw). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 07, 2019 |
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116: Adoring Aten
1:03:39
Akhenaten (Part 7): The Great Hymn to Aten. In 1356 BCE, Egypt sweltered under the heat of Aten's rays; the god's servant, King Akhenaten, glorified the deity above all. We see this in some remarkable prayers and hymns which survive in the hidden tombs of Akhenaten's city. In these sepulchres, we find glimpses of the King's beliefs and how he expressed them... (Date = c.1356 BCE, King = Akhenaten, Queen = Nefertiti, Location = Akhet-Aten / Amarna) Learn more and view images/resources for this episode at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 31, 2019 |
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Summary: Akhenaten (Phase 1)
19:45
Interlude: The Story So Far... We've covered a lot since Amunhotep IV / Akhenaten appeared on the throne of Egypt. Today, we take a breather to sort it all out and summarise what we've seen so far. This will put us on a good footing for even more drama in the years to come... Date: c.1357 BCE (regnal year 6) King: Akhenaten (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re) Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten) Location: Amarna (Akhet-Aten) Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Learn More about the Podcast at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 04, 2019 |
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115b: Building Quickly
25:58
Amarna (Part 4): Raising a City in Haste. When Akhenaten demanded a new royal residence (Akhet-Aten), it fell to countless labourers, overseers and donkeys to gather the material needed for the city. Archaeologists scouring the landscape of Akhet-Aten and its neighbourhood have found a great deal of evidence for stone quarrying, ancient road networks, and even the rudimentary concrete used to strengthen buildings...
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Aug 28, 2019 |
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115: Hatiay's House
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Amarna (Part 3): House of a Master Builder. The Overseer of Works, Hatiay, was one of Akhenaten's most prominent and useful servants. He helped build pharaoh's new city, bringing the vision to life, by organising work teams and resources for the massive construction projects. Along the way, Hatiay received many perks, including one of the nicest houses discovered at the site...
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Aug 21, 2019 |
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114b: Defining the Horizons
19:36
Amarna (Part 2): Akhenaten's Priorities and Mindset. A short side episode, concerning Akhenaten's mind-set around the time he moved to Amarna. Did the King always plan this city? Did he want to live here forever and never leave? And how did he think about the community he was developing? We explore these questions...
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Jul 31, 2019 |
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114: Seeds of a City
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Amarna (Part 1): Building Akhet-Aten. In regnal year 5, Akhenaten decreed the foundations of his new city devoted to the sun god. One year later, the King returned to perform ceremonies and to review what had been completed...
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Jul 17, 2019 |
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113: Akh-en-Aten
50:48
Akhenaten (Part 6): New Name, Who Dis? In regnal year 5, Amunhotep IV reached the conclusion of his early ideological development. His views had crystallized and he was ready to express them more explicitly than before. Soon, pharaoh issued a public declaration; he would now be called Akh-en-Aten...
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Jul 03, 2019 |
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112: Artistic Revolution
53:09
Akhenaten (Part 5): Amarna Art. Around the time of his Sed-Festival, Amunhotep IV introduced a whole new form of artistic representation. Royal imagery was reworked from the ground up, including new proportions, displays and themes. In this episode, we explore the changes to relief and sculpture, and meet the artisans who put pharaoh's vision into practice...
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Jun 19, 2019 |
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111: The Royal Gods
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Akhenaten (Part 4): Aten Above All. In 1360 BCE, regnal year 3, King Nefer-kheperu-Re Amunhotep IV made some of his most startling decisions yet. Promoting the sun disc, Aten, even further, Amunhotep began to give the god royal accessories (cartouches, uraei etc) and present it as a being tied intimately with the pharaoh. This culminated in an unprecedented event: a Sed-Festival, celebrated at Karnak, and shared by the King and God together...
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Jun 05, 2019 |
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110: The Aten Appears
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Akhenaten (Part 3): Revelation of a Religion. Soon after he came to power, Amunhotep IV (later Akhenaten) began to reveal his unique vision of god and the world. A remarkable amount of evidence survives for this crucial period: from a royal speech, magnificent temples at Karnak and a massive artistic shift, the King revealed his strange and fascinating ideas... Time period: c.1361 BCE (regnal year 2) King: Amunhotep IV (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re) Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten Neferet-iti) Locations: Waset (Thebes); Gebel el-Silsila Music: Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music: Derek & Brandon Fiechter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 15, 2019 |
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109: Nefertiti (with Dr Joyce Tyldesley)
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Akhenaten (Part 2): The Great Queen(s)... In 1361 BCE, Amunhotep IV was settled into his power. It was time to find a queen - his choice would be one of Egypt's most famous women... This episode covers Amunhotep's diplomatic engagements with Mitanni and the first appearance (and origins) of Nefertiti. Also, we present part 2 of our interview with Dr. Joyce Tyldesley of Manchester University... Time period: c.1361 BCE (regnal year 2). Queens: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten Neferet-Iti); Queen Mother Tiye; Yuni of Mitanni. Kings: Amunhotep IV (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re); Tushratta of Mitanni. Notable sites: Karnak (Ipet-Sut); West Bank of Thebes (Waset); Kingdom of Mitanni (Mesopotamia). Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2019/04/24/nefertiti-episode-109/ ... Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast ... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 19, 2019 |
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108: AKA Amunhotep IV
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Akhenaten (Part 1): Conventional Start. Around 1362 BCE, the reign of Amunhotep IV began. Although destined to shake the Egyptian state, this King began with some surprisingly conventional choices. His monuments and art are a far cry from what he would become... Time period: c.1362 BCE (regnal year 1) King: Amunhotep IV (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re). Notable sites: Karnak (Ipet-Sut); West Bank of Thebes (Waset). Images and Bibliography on the website (egyptianhistorypodcast.com). The Podcast is on Patreon! Subscribe for early access, ad-free episodes and much more (patreon.com/egyptpodcast). Music: Keith Zizza (keithzizza.com). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 05, 2019 |
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Mini Episode: Songs in a Garden (The Seduction)
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An Egyptian couple relax in a garden, and share a moment of love... Four poems of romance, exploring the courtship of an ancient couple. Translations by John L. Foster, Ancient Egyptian Literature: An Anthology (Amazon) Website: egyptianhistorypodcast.com Twitter: @EgyptianPodcast Instragram: @EgyptPodcast Facebook: @EgyptPodcast Patreon: EgyptPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 29, 2019 |
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107b: Queen Tiye (with Dr. Joyce Tyldesley)
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The Queen Who Ruled All. In this episode we look at Queen Tiye, Lady of the Two Lands and mighty power-player in court politics. With me is Dr. Joyce Tyldesley, Research Associate of the Manchester Museum and lecturer in Manchester University's online Egyptology courses. Dr. Tyldesley is an expert on ancient Egyptian women (royal and non-royal) and the role of these people in their society and she generously agreed to help me tell Tiye's story (and some others). We had a great discussion, I hope you enjoy. This is Part One, focussing on Tiye. Part Two (releasing later) will focus on Nefertiti. Time period: c.1390 - 1350. People: Queen Tiye. The podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy ad-free access at patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Derek and Brandon Fiechter Music by Keith Zizza Podcast website at egyptianhistorypodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 22, 2019 |
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107: Looking Back
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Amunhotep III (Part 14): The End. In his last regnal years, Neb-ma'at-Re Amunhotep III experienced victories and defeats. While his health declined, the pharaoh got into a serious argument with the King of Babylon, inspected his magnificent tomb, and celebrated one last Sed-Festival. Finally, after 38 years on the throne, the inevitable moment arrived... Time period: c.1362 BCE Kings: Amunhotep III, Kadashman-Enlil (I) of Babylon. Notable sites: Kingdom of Babylon, Waset (Thebes). Bibliography and Images at egyptianhistorypodcast.com/ Music by Keith Zizza Music by Michael Levy The Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy early access and exclusive perks at patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 15, 2019 |
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106b: Last Monuments (Bonus)
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Bonus Episode! Lesser-known Monuments of Amunhotep III. By the last years of his reign, c.1365 BCE, King Amunhotep had dozens of important monuments going up throughout Egypt and Nubia. But some of these have been overlooked. In this bonus episode, we explore some of the King's lesser-known structures. We also take a guided tour of Luxor Temple, now almost finished... Time period: c.1365 BCE (year 35). King: Amunhotep III (Neb-ma'at-Re). Notable sites: Memphis (Hwt-ka-Ptah), Thebes (Waset), Malqata (Nebmaatre-Aten-Tjehen). The podcast is on Patreon! Get early access and exclusive perks at patreon.com/egyptpodcast Episode images and bibliography at egyptianhistorypodcast.com Music by Keith Zizza keithzizza.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 20, 2019 |
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106: Mail-Order Bride
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Amunhotep III (Part 13): Foreign Wives and Magnificent Tiye By 1366 BCE, Amunhotep was on top of the world: foreign kings begged his friendship and they were willing to pay (beautifully) to get it. Meanwhile, Queen Tiye enjoyed an unprecedented level of parity with her husband, expressed quite publicly in grand monuments... Time period: c.1366 BCE Kings: Amunhotep III, Tushratta of Mitanni Notable sites: Kingdom of Mitanni, Waset (Thebes), Bubastis Episode images and bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy early access and exclusive perks at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 06, 2019 |
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105: The Sun King
30:30
Amunhotep III (Part 12): Pharaoh as a God. By 1366 BCE, Amunhotep III was ready to celebrate a second sed-festival. However, the King's pretensions had begun to reach celestial heights - in regnal year 34 he appeared to be an equal to the gods themselves... Episode images and bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy early access and exclusive perks at patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 23, 2019 |
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104: A Wealthy House
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Daily Life in New Kingdom Egypt. Around 1370 BCE, wealthy Egyptians enjoyed a comfortable and well-furnished lifestyle. From their tombs, houses and scattered texts, we can get a sense of daily life for ancient aristocrats... Episode images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com The podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy exclusive perks and support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 09, 2019 |
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Mini Episode: Egyptian Dinosaurs
39:25
Egypt in the Cretaceous period. Music by Brandon Feichter (Bandcamp). Get AD-FREE, early-release episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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Jan 02, 2019 |
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Mini Episode: An Intact Tomb
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Kha and Merit, an Intact Tomb. In 1906, a remarkable discovery came to light: the tomb of a middle-class couple, who lived in the town of Deir el-Medina. Here, amid the craftsmen and specialists who made tombs, a man named Kha and a woman named Merit enjoyed an affluent lifestyle. When they died, they were interred with all their worldly possessions and slept undisturbed for 3300 years. Then, a wonderful discovery occurred and an ancient story came to life... The History of Egypt Podcast is supported by Patrons, get early access and ad-free listening at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast... Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com...
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Dec 26, 2018 |
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103: The House of Rejoicing (Malqata Palace)
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Amunhotep III (Part 11): The Royal Palace and a King's Life. By 1370 BCE, King Amunhotep III was living in a sumptuous palace at Thebes. Built for the first sed-festival (ep.100), the "House of Rejoicing" was a magnificent structure with many beautiful elements. Today, we start to explore how a pharaoh lived and the lifestyle they enjoyed... Episode images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy perks and exclusives at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 19, 2018 |
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102b: Colourful Keftiu (Twilight on Crete)
37:31
The Minoans Fade Away. In 1370 BCE, an Egyptian embassy visited the Aegean. As part of their journey, they came to Crete, visiting the Keftiu (Minoans) who had ruled the island for 1000 years. Until now.... Images and More at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Music by Derek & Brandon Fiechter www.dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Support the show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast or make a donation via Paypal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 05, 2018 |
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102: An Egyptian Odyssey (Passage to Greece)
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Ancient Egypt and the Greeks of Mycenae. It's time to set sail! We journey far from Egypt to visit lands only whispered about until now. We are visiting Greece and the lands of Mycenae, who in 1370 BCE were beginning to make their mark on the international scene. Episode images and references at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Outro music by Doug Metzger www.literatureandhistory.com/, Harp music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com, Intro music by Gabriel Yared www.gabrielyared.com
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Nov 21, 2018 |
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Full Interview: Egyptian Religion with Dr Campbell Price (Manchester)
1:31:18
Private Worship and Images in New Kingdom Egypt. Here is the full discussion with Dr Campbell Price! It's a wonderful chat about all kinds of questions relating to Egypt and private worship. (If you want to skip ahead to the "new" content, it begins at 31:00). 00:00 - 32:00 18th Dynasty (see episode 101b). 32:00 - 90:00 Private Worship and Images in New Kingdom Egypt. Check out Campbell's new book Pocket Museum: Ancient Egypt, available at all good retailers (Amazon Affiliate Link) Episode images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy perks and exclusives at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Derek and Brandon Feichter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 14, 2018 |
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101b: Successful Statues (with Dr. Campbell Price)
56:09
The Man Who Became a God. In this episode we look at the divine statues of Amunhotep son of Hapu(c.1370 BCE) and how they helped him become a god. With me for this episode is Dr. Campbell Price, Curator of Egypt and Sudan at the Manchester Museum, University of Manchester. Dr. Price is an expert on non-royal statues and religion and he generously agreed to discuss these topics with me. The result was a wonderful interview, that I think you'll really enjoy! Chapter Times: 00:00 Prologue, 02:47 Episode Intro, 04:00 Amuhotep Son of Hapu as a god, 08:00 Pilgrims to Amunhotep Hapu's statues, 14:45 Campbell Price Interview (Part 1), 27:07 Campbell Price Interview (Part 2), 47:40 Summary and Conclusion, 49:07 Epilogue. Episode images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy perks and exclusives at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Sistrum by Hathor Systrum www.hathorsystrum.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 07, 2018 |
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101: Hapu's Son
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Success After Fifty. In 1470 BCE, King Amunhotep III's closest advisor was already eighty years old. The scribe, overseer and wise man Amunhotep Son of Hapu achieved prominence quite late in life, but he did not waste the opportunity. From a small town in the Delta, to the vast construction sites of Thebes, a royal scribe went to work for his pharaoh, and gained immortality... Chapter Times: 00:00 History of the Copts intro, 01:08 Episode Intro, 02:25 The Statues of Amunhotep son of Hapu, 05:40 Early Life, 11:25 Rise to Prominence and Sacred Mysteries, 15:13 The Colossi of Memnon, 19:55 The King's Advisor, 24:08 The Sed Festival, 30:45 Conclusion and Epilogue. Episode images at egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Enjoy perks and exclusives at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Sistrum by Hathor Systrum www.hathorsystrum.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 24, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: The Lost Son (A Lament)
15:02
A Father Begs His Son to Return Home. Late in the New Kingdom (c.1250 BCE), an Egyptian father wrote a letter to his son. The son had gone to sea, sailing on a ship; he had not sent any word of his wellbeing. Worried, the father writes a letter, begging his son to return home. The letter is possibly based off real events, for it involves people who were genuine figures in their community. The father, Menna, and the son Pay-Iry were inhabitants of the village of Deir el-Medina (Set-Ma'at, the Place of Truth). They lived around 1250 BCE, approximately, and this may be a record of their real relationship. Translations by John L. Foster, Ancient Egyptian Literature: An Anthology (Amazon) Website: egyptianhistorypodcast.com Twitter: @EgyptianPodcast Instragram: @EgyptPodcast Facebook: @EgyptPodcast Patreon: EgyptPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 21, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: A Wayward Scribe (The Drinking)
17:20
A former pupil goes off the rails and gets lost in drink; his teacher tries to bring him back. After completing his education, a young scribe might take a job in a temple, government office, or work team. But this time, the student went off into some wayward behaviours. Writing a stern letter, a schoolmaster tries to bring his former pupil back to sobriety and good living. Translations by John L. Foster, Ancient Egyptian Literature: An Anthology (Amazon) Website: egyptianhistorypodcast.com Twitter: @EgyptianPodcast Instragram: @EgyptPodcast Facebook: @EgyptPodcast Patreon: EgyptPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 15, 2018 |
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Question Time! (Q+A)
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To celebrate 100 episodes, I took your questions on all things ancient Egypt. Pictures on topics (particularly Egyptian revival architecture of the 1800s) at the website www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com If you didn't hear your question, I have sent out written responses. Some questions covered material already in the show, or on topics that don't have enough evidence to discuss in detail. Thanks for submitting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 27, 2018 |
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100b. Raising the Children High
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Interlude: A Princess Becomes Queen, a Prince Becomes Heir. In 1370 BCE, the same year as the Sed-Festival, pharaoh Amunhotep III made two interesting decisions. He made his eldest daughter his wife, and named his eldest (surviving) son as heir to the throne. In a short side-episode, we explore these events and their significance... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Episode images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Support the Podcast via Paypal or Patreon https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/support-the-show/ and https://patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 19, 2018 |
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100: Celebration
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Amunhotep III (Part 10): The Sed Festival, As Told by Kheruef Who Witnessed It. In regnal year 30, Amunhotep III celebrated the first of his sed-festivals. This was a spectacular event, with a number of rituals and performances celebrating the King's reign, and renewing his authority on earth. Some of these rites were truly arcane, hearkening back to the very earliest days of the Egyptian kingdom. In this special episode, we explore the festival from beginning to end as it is recorded in the tomb of Kheruef, a royal official who witnessed the celebration... Episode divided into four chapters: Chapter One at 03:28 Chapter Two at 20:44 Chapter Three at 33:20 Chapter Four at 52:20 Epilogue at 1:06:14 Episode images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Find all kinds of perks and exclusives at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Jeffrey Goodman www.jeffreygoodmanmusic.com/ Music by Derek and Brandon Feichter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 09, 2018 |
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99: Sakhmet's Demons
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Amunhotep III (Part 9): The Dark Years. Between 1380 and 1370 BCE, Egypt may have suffered an outbreak of disease. In this decade, at least four royal family members died, and the political situation was irrevocably changed. It wasn't all bad, though: around 1380, Queen Tiy went through the difficulties of childbirth and offered a new son to the lineage... You can now support the show on PATREON, and access many exclusive perks www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/06/22/episode-99-sakhmets-demons/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jun 21, 2018 |
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98: Young Bull Appearing In Memphis
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Interlude: Royal Children On the Rise. From 1385 to 1380, the prince of Egypt Thutmose was climbing up the ranks. From a lowly sem-priest to the chief of a great temple, Thutmose was a quickly rising star. His sister, Sit-Amun, also leaves a tantalizing trace of her life. We explore a non-royal funeral, the cult of the Apis Bull, and see how a prince of Egypt left some wonderful personal records, including those of his pet. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Check out The History of Vikings Podcast at www.thehistoryofvikings.com Online Great Books is your personal, curated introduction to the world of classic literature and philosophy http://onlinegreatbooks.com/egy and use the special discount code EGY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jun 07, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: Music in Ancient Egypt (Part 2) with Jeffrey Goodman
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An interview with composer Jeffrey Goodman.Jeff Goodman has composed some wonderful pieces evoking the world of ancient Egypt. Taking inspiration from mythology, art and literature, he crafts lovely songs with a focus on authenticity in instrumentation. As part of the larger investigation of music, I invited him onto the show for a discussion about composition, ancient musicality, and how to evoke the past when we have no written notation left. This is the first time I've interviewed someone; it was an interesting experience! Jeffrey Goodman's website https://www.jeffreygoodmanmusic.com/tears-of-isis/ Learn more at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com and www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 31, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: Music in Ancient Egypt (Part 1)
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Instruments, Musicians, and Songs. In this mini episode, we explore the traces of ancient Egyptian songs and music. Although the melodies and rhythms are lost, we still have lyrics, instruments and artwork detailing some of these arts. From this, we can understand how certain instruments were played, and what different artists tried to achieve. Plus, modern reconstructions can give us a hint at the soundscape of ancient Egypt. Musical Interludes (by permission):
This is Part One; a second part (including an interview with composer Jeffrey Goodman) will follow soon. Images and Bibliography at egyptianhistorypodcast.com The History of Egypt Podcast is on Patreon! Gain perks at patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 30, 2018 |
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97b: The In-Laws
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Interlude: Queen Tiy's Lucky Family. The family of Queen Tiy came from an interesting place, and led a fascinating life. Her mother and father - Tjuyu and Yuya - and her brother Anen enjoyed great privileges thanks to their family connections. In life, and in death, they left an enduring legacy... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/05/24/episode-97b-the-in-laws/ Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Check out The History of Vikings Podcast at www.thehistoryofvikings.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 23, 2018 |
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97: What Does The Scarab Say?
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Amunhotep III (Part 8): Hunting, Wedding, Building. From 1392 to 1390 BCE, Amunhotep III experienced an interesting few years. He hunted his 100th lion, and welcomed a new bride to his court. The princess Gilu-khepa came from Mitanni, for a diplomatic marriage to the king. Then, Amunhotep commissioned an artificial lake, built for the glory of his main wife, Tiy. Interesting times, all round... Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Check out The History of Vikings podcast at www.thehistoryofvikings.com/ Get 25% off your first three months at Online Great Books, by visiting http://onlinegreatbooks.com/egy and entering the discount code EGY (Advertisement at the end of the episode). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 07, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: All Is Full of Love (The Embrace)
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Three Poems of Love from 18th Dynasty Egypt. Around 1400 BCE, scribes and composers put together delightful works exploring themes of love, longing, lust and courtship. They told tales from both male and female perspectives, describing the emotions and sensations of their desires and affections. In this mini episode, we explore three short poems. Translations by John L. Foster, Ancient Egyptian Literature: An Anthology (Amazon) Website: egyptianhistorypodcast.com Twitter: @EgyptianPodcast Instragram: @EgyptPodcast Facebook: @EgyptPodcast Patreon: EgyptPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 25, 2018 |
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96: The Colossi of Memnon
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Amunhotep III (Part 7): Everything Bigger Than Everything Else. For 2000+ years, the Colossi of Memnon have dazzled visitors to Thebes. What are the statues doing there? In this episode, we explore the lost Mortuary Temple of Amunhotep III, in particular the immense statues which are his enduring legacy. From the work of Egyptian builders to the heroes of Greek myth, the Colossi of Memnon have a unique and unusual story... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Harp Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/04/22/episode-96-the-colossi-of-memnon/ Check out The History of Vikings at http://thehistoryofvikings.com/episodes/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 16, 2018 |
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95: Hundred-Gated Thebes
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Amunhotep III (Part 6): City of a Hundred Pylons. In 1397 BCE, King Amunhotep III began a massive series of building projects in Thebes. At Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the new "Maru" viewing place, the King inaugurated sanctuaries and gardens for the god Amun. We explore these monuments, and how they created a reputation that still resonated in the sagas of Greek myth... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Harp Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/04/02/episode-95-hundred-gated-thebes/ Check out Literature & History podcast at www.literatureandhistory.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 02, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: Memphis River Blues (The Healing)
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A Scribe yearns for a holiday, and goes in search of peace. Two texts, written between 1400 and 1300 BCE, tell of the exhausted scribe's yearning for a holiday. Sick of work, he struggles to focus on tasks, and finds his heart wandering off to more pleasant places. The city of Memphis, Men-nefer (or Ineb-Hedj) looms large in his fantasies. Translations by John L. Foster, Ancient Egyptian Literature: An Anthology (Amazon) Website: egyptianhistorypodcast.com Twitter: @EgyptianPodcast Instragram: @EgyptPodcast Facebook: @EgyptPodcast Patreon: EgyptPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 26, 2018 |
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94: The Pools of Horus
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Amunhotep III (Part 5): Exploring Nubia. In late 1397 BCE, King Amunhotep III took a band of warriors deep into Nubia (Sudan). They traversed deserts, explored hidden pools, and came to mysterious lands. It was a trip into strange new places... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Doug Metzger, of Literature and History podcast at www.literatureandhistory.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/03/19/episode-94-the-pools-of-horus/ Check out the American Biography podcast at http://americanbiography.webs.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 19, 2018 |
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93: The River War
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Amunhotep III (Part 4): Pharaoh's First War. At the start of regnal year 5 (around August 1397 BCE), Amunhotep III led his first and only military campaign. Responding to a revolt in Nubia, the King gathered an army and began an expedition. We follow the king on campaign, and explore a slightly unusual situation... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Jeff Goodman, discover more at https://www.jeffreygoodmanmusic.com/tears-of-isis Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/03/12/episode-93-the-river-war/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 12, 2018 |
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Mini Episode: Love Songs
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Interlude: Romance, Passion and Love...in Song Form! A look at New Kingdom love songs, as they survive. We see how the Egyptians felt and explored love, and encounter songs written from both the male and female perspective. Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/02/26/mini-episode-love-songs/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 26, 2018 |
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92: The Great Lady
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Amunhotep III (Part 3): Introducing Queen Tiy. In 1399 BCE, the pharaoh Amunhotep III married his first and most important wife: Tiy, Royal Wife, Great of Praises, Mistress of Upper and Lower Egypt. Just twelve years old, the young queen would go on to be the most powerful woman in the world... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Bibliography and Images at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/02/19/episode-92-the-great-lady/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 19, 2018 |
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91: The Mighty Bulls
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Amunhotep III (Part 2): A Busy Start. From May 1400 to April 1399, King Amunhotep finished his first year (just 4 months long) and began his second. In this 12-month period, he began a flurry of new projects. From donations to Thoth, to a mighty hunt, the King set himself as a vigorous and dynamic youth. His mother, Mutemwia, helped drive much of this... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/02/12/episode-91-the-mighty-bulls/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 12, 2018 |
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90: Neb-Ma'at-Re
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Amunhotep III (Part 1): The Birth of a God. Amunhotep III (Neb-maat-Re) came to power in mid-1400 BCE. He was twelve-years old, but already he had spent years being groomed for power. Today we explore the birthing myth and the childhood of one of the greatest pharaohs in history. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Harp Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/01/23/episode-90-neb-maat-re/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 22, 2018 |
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Syrian Tales (3): The Refugee Prince
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Bronze Age Syria and the Levant (Part Three, 1460 - 1400 BCE). In 2017, we released a charity series to raise money for victims of the Syrian crisis. Now, I release those episodes to you, so that the ongoing conflict will not be forgotten. This is Part Three, in which we follow a single man as he fled persecution, sought vengeance, and wound up as king of a famous city. This is the tale of Idrimi of Aleppo... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/05/02/syrian-tales-free-release/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 11, 2018 |
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Syrian Tales (2): Crossroads and Conflict
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Life in Bronze Age Syria and the Levant (Part Two, 1800 - 1700 BCE). In 2017, we released a charity series to raise money for victims of the Syrian crisis. Now, I release those episodes to you, so that the ongoing conflict will not be forgotten. This is Part Two, in which we explore the city-state of Mari, and its monumental prosperity: a success story that drew the attention of the legendary king, Hammurabi of Babylon... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/05/02/syrian-tales-free-release/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 10, 2018 |
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Syrian Tales (1): Roots
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Bronze Age Syria and the Levant (Part One, 2400 - 1800 BCE). In 2017 I released a charity series raising money for victims of the Syrian crisis. In 2017, we released a charity series to raise money for victims of the Syrian crisis. Now, I release those episodes to you, so that the ongoing conflict will not be forgotten. This is Part One, exploring the history and archaeology of Ebla, a major city-state in central Syria. https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/05/02/syrian-tales-free-release/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 09, 2018 |
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Announcement: Syrian Tales (Charity Miniseries)
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The History of Egypt Podcast is pleased to present "Syrian Tales," a 3-part mini-series recounting tales from Bronze Age Syria. These episodes are released to raise money on behalf of Syrian refugees; details in the announcement. The series will feature the voice-talents of many talented podcasters (below). It's going to be great! Featuring the voice talents of Robin Pierson (History of Byzantium), Ryan Stitt (History of Ancient Greece), Scott Chesworth (The Ancient World), Drew Vahrenkamp (Wonders of the World), Kevin Stroud (The History of English), Doug Metzger (Literature and History) www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 08, 2018 |
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89: Lords of the Desert
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Interlude: Nebi and the Guardians of the Sinai. Around 1414 BCE, a man and his comrades were marching into the unrelenting heat of the Sinai Peninsula. We follow Nebi of Tjaru and his men, as they undertake the grueling work of protecting Egypt's frontiers... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Map at https://i.imgur.com/ufZgO4U.jpg Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/01/07/episode-89-lords-of-the-desert/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 08, 2018 |
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88: Lady of the Lake
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Interlude: Queen Tia'a, Lady of the Faiyum Oasis. Before she became queen of Egypt, the lady Tia'a spent her days at the royal harem of the Faiyum. This was a mysterious institution, devoted to serving queens, concubines and all the children of a pharaoh. We explore the Queen's background, the harem as an institution and the people who led the Faiyum's communities... Music by Keith Zizza http://www.keithzizza.com/ Additional music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/12/20/episode-88-lady-of-the-lake/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 18, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Birthday Festivities
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The Egyptian Religious Year (12/12): Birthdays of the Gods. The end of the year in ancient Egypt was a surprisingly unlucky time. With summer heat at unbearable levels, the Nile at its lowest ebb, and people suffering from physical or spiritual malaise, the final days of the religious year were not so happy. Fortunately, the ancients had some tools to ward off disaster. Music by Keith Zizza http://www.keithzizza.com/ Additional music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2018/01/14/mini-episode-birthday-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 04, 2017 |
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87: Comforts of Power
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Thutmose IV (Part 2): The Entire Reign at Once. From 1418 - 1400 BCE, Men-kheperu-Re Thutmose IV ruled Egypt with skill and expertise. It helped that the women in his life were equally capable and influential. The collaboration between King and Queen(s) makes for a fascinating reign... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com/ Images and bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/11/28/episode-87-comforts-of-power/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 27, 2017 |
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86: Doing God's Work
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Thutmose IV (Part 1): Old Enemies Become New Friends. 1418 - 1416 BCE. The new pharaoh spends his first two years involved in political reprisals and military actions. He removes rivals, but also makes friends with some longstanding enemies... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Derek and Brandon Fiechter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/11/14/episode-86-doing-gods-work/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 13, 2017 |
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85: A Clash of Princes
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Interlude: Two Princes Clash. In 1418 BCE, Egypt momentarily lacks a pharaoh. Two sons of the crown go head to head, in a duel to be the next ruler. Who wins? Only the Sphinx knows... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Bibliography at http://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/11/09/episode-85-a-clash-of-princes/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 06, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Flower Festivities
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The Religious Year (Parts 10-11): the Egyptian Day of the Dead. In the 10th month of the year, Egyptians celebrated the "Beautiful Festival of the Valley," a grand affair similar to today's Day of the Dead or Qingming celebrations. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/12/13/mini-episode-flower-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 30, 2017 |
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Assassin's Creed Origins: Egyptological Impressions
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Assassin's Creed Origins sees video-game players visiting ancient Egypt (c.50 BCE). From the desert oases to the city of Alexandria, the Faiyum to the Pyramids, you can now explore a fully-realised version of ancient Egypt. But how does the game play, and is it historical enough? Today I explore some of the history behind it, and what the game does right. Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Music by Brandon and Derek Fiechter https://dbfiechter.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 23, 2017 |
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84b: Into the Tomb
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Amunhotep II (Part 7): Remarkable Discoveries in a Royal Tomb. Around 1440 BCE, Egyptians were carving the burial monument of Amunhotep II in the Valley of the Kings. In 1898 CE, a group of excavators were uncovering the edifice once more. In a dual narrative, we explore the design, construction and discovery of a most remarkable tomb... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/10/18/2597/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 16, 2017 |
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84: The Bald Falcon
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Amunhotep II (Part 6): Finding an Heir. Around 1420 BCE, Amunhotep II comes to the end of his days. We explore his family life, what we know about the man himself, and try to get a handle on his legacy... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/10/03/episode-84-the-bald-falcon/ Check out Tiny Vampires, a podcast about disease, science and bloodsucking insects www.tinyvampires.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 02, 2017 |
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83: The Brat Pack
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Amunhotep II (Part 5): How to Make Friends and Rule the Nile Valley. The pharaoh Amunhotep II has a reputation for cronyism: he put his childhood friends into positions of power, and removed trusted officials from office at a whim. Does he deserve this reputation? We go in search of an answer, exploring the lives of some noteworthy men who rose to prominence in this time... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/09/13/episode-83-the-brat-pack/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 11, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Onion Festivities
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The Religious Year (Parts 8-9): Onions for Bastet. Months 8 and 9 were big on drinking and eating, with some strange rituals to go along with them. We meet Bastet (the cat) and Renen-utet (the snake), two goddesses who were friends to farmers. As the harvest season began, all looked towards the growth of the fields... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/10/10/mini-episode-onion-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 04, 2017 |
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82: That Which Is In The Underworld
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Interlude: A Royal Journey Through the Underworld Rulers of the 18th Dynasty decorated their tombs with lavish images of the underworld, which we know as the Duat. These scenes, and texts, reveal a complex story of Re's journey beneath the western horizon, through the nether, and ultimately into a cosmic re-birth. Along the way he crossed waters and deserts, faced demons and monsters, and even met with his own corpse... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/08/27/episode-82-that-which-is-in-the-underworld/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Aug 28, 2017 |
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81: The Book of the Dead
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The Ultimate Underworld Story. The Book of the Dead might be the most famous piece of writing from ancient Egypt. It is also one of the most misunderstood... Around 1420 BCE, a royal architect commissioned a book for his tomb. This text is one of the best preserved Books of the Dead from the mid-18th Dynasty. From its unrolled pages, we can explore the journey into the underworld, as experienced by a non-royal Egyptian. Note: This episode functions as an introduction to the Book of the Dead. As we move forward through the centuries, we will revisit the text to see new developments and additions. Music by Jeffrey Goodman www.shelterofclearlight.com/, Images and Bibliography at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com
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Aug 07, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Festivities of Heat
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The Religious Year (Parts 6-7): The False Summer. In the months of "Great Heat" and "Small Heat," Egyptians celebrated some very important festivals. Mid-winter had passed, and it was time to bring life back to the cosmos. Along the way, the Egyptians celebrated the gods Anubis, Amun-Re, and a deified Pharaoh... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/08/07/mini-episode-festivities-of-heat/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 31, 2017 |
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80: Servant of Great Gods
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Amunhotep II (Part 4): Worshiping the Sphinx. Before he became king, Amunhotep II made a promise to embellish and restore monuments on the Giza Plateau. Once Pharaoh, he fulfilled his promise beautifully. As he did so, he introduced a new chapter in Egypt's religious history... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Check out http://www.agorapodcastnetwork.com/ for more great podcasts from the Agora Network Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/07/31/episode-80-servant-of-great-gods/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 30, 2017 |
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79: Let My People Go
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Amunhotep II (Part 3): Slavery and the Bible. In 1435 BCE, King Amunhotep II led a devastating war in Syria. He took thousands of captives, and transported them to Egypt by force. Once there, they became captive-workers of the Egyptian elite. Was this the historical inspiration for the Biblical "Captivity"? We go in search of answers... Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com Additional Music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/07/16/episode-79-let-my-people-go/ Please help the show by taking a quick survey https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/to/OX7nLd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 17, 2017 |
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78: The Duties of the Vizier
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Amunhotep II (Part 2): The Pharaoh's Aide. In 1440 BCE, a servant of Pharaoh inscribed his tomb with a remarkable text detailing every aspect of his job. What was life like, for one of Egypt's most important officials? Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/06/18/episode-77-the-duties-of-the-vizier/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jun 18, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Banquet Festivities
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The Religious Year (Part 5): Worshipping Snakes and Cats. The fifth month was an interesting one, involving worship of snakes, and cats sailing down the Nile. Major gods of this month include Neheb-Kau, Bastet, Shesmet-et, Wadjet and Mut. We meet a few of these strange deities and see why snakes and cats went hand-in-hand... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/06/03/mini-episode-banquet-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jun 05, 2017 |
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77: Lean and Swift
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Amunhotep II (Part 1): The Sportsman King. From 1459 to 1440 BCE, the prince Amunhotep II enjoyed a privileged upbringing. Once he ascended to power, he displayed his prowess to all and sundry. From the battlefield to the sports field, Amunhotep set out to make his name... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/05/31/episode-77-lean-and-swift/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 29, 2017 |
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76: 54 Years of Splendour
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Thutmose III (Part 10): The End of a Mighty Reign. From 1450 to 1441, Thutmose lived out the last nine years of his reign. He commanded one last expedition; oversaw building projects, and brought his tomb to completion. Finally, he had to prepare for the succession, and his own inevitable death... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/05/15/episode-76-54-years-of-splendour/ Correction: at 48:10, I refer to the date of Amunhotep II's co-regency as 1441. This should be 1444 BCE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
May 15, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Khoiak Festivities
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The Religious Year (Part 4): Hathor and Osiris. In the fourth month of the year, the Egyptians celebrated the end of the Nile flood (Akhet). With grand ceremonies to Hathor, Osiris and the god Sokar, they brought the first season of the year to a close. Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/04/29/mini-episode-khoiak-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 29, 2017 |
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75: Thutmose Triumphant
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Thutmose III (Part 9): Home and Propaganda. From 1455-1450 BCE, Thutmose spent much of his time involved in domestic affairs. Unfortunately, this involved some very harsh policies towards his immediate predecessor... Images and Bibliography at ttps://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/04/24/episode-75-thutmose-triumphant/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 24, 2017 |
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74: War Stories
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Thutmose III (Part 8): The Final Campaigns. After 20+ years of near-annual campaigning, Thutmose III finally came to the end of his military career. We explore the last ten years of this process in one sweep: successes (and failures) abound... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/04/05/episode-74-war-stories/ Check out the History of China podcast at https://thehistoryofchina.wordpress.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 03, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Hathor Festivities
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The religious year (Part 3): Worshipping Hathor. The month of Hathor saw a concentrated effort on renewing fertility energies in the natural world. Festivals to the male god of sexual energy, and the widow and sister of Osiris dominated the time. Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/03/31/mini-episode-hathor-festivities/ TEXT of the Lamentations of Isis and Nephthys at http://www.ancient.eu/article/878/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 31, 2017 |
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73: The Three Princesses
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Thutmose III (Part 7): Diplomatic Marriage. After the brilliant campaign of year 33, Thutmose enjoys a period of peace and plenty. Foreign powers seek accommodation with the Egyptians, and this manifests in a series of remarkable diplomatic engagements... See the treasures of the three princesses at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/03/17/episode-73-the-three-princesses/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Mar 13, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Opet Festivities
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The Religious Year (Part 2): Worshipping Osiris. In the month of Pa-Opet ("Phaophi") the Egyptians continued their long re-enactment of the myth of Osiris. They also celebrated a huge festival in honour of the Pharaoh. And they mummifed a bunch of rams, for some reason... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/02/26/mini-episode-opet-festivities/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 24, 2017 |
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72: The Home Front (Letters to Ahmose)
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Interlude: Busy Lives at Thebes. Personal correspondence is an exciting find for Egyptologists. It's even more wonderful when the letters come together to form a cohesive group, all related to one person. Come meet Ahmose, a letter writer from ancient Egypt... Images and bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/02/20/episode-72-the-home-front-letters-to-ahmose/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 20, 2017 |
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71: Thirty-Two and Thirty
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Thutmose III (Part 6): The Sed-Festival. Three years before the Mitanni Campaign (Episode 70), Thutmose celebrated his first jubilee. To do that, he needed a new monument, a few gods, and the ancient equivalent of a baseball bat... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/02/06/episode-71-thirty-two-and-thirty/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 06, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: Inauguration Day
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Inauguration: Choosing and Crowning an Egyptian Ruler. A shameless tie-in with current events: we explore the way a ruler of Egypt was chosen and crowned, which could be more complicated than you might expect... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/01/25/mini-episode-inauguration-day/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 23, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: The First Pharaohs
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Question: What does "Pharaoh" mean? A quick look at the word "Pharaoh:" what it means, how it came about, and why I very rarely use it in the Podcast (until now). https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2017/01/26/mini-episode-the-first-pharaohs/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 16, 2017 |
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Mini Episode: New Years Festivities
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The Religious Year (Part 1): New Year. Welcome to a new series detailing the Egyptians' religious year, the major events and the gods they celebrated. Month number one was called "Tekh," and it heralded several important rituals. There were festivals of the Nile Flood (Hapi), festivals of the blessed dead (Wagy-and-Thoth), and the beginning of a multi-month re-enactment of the legends of the god Osiris. The Egyptians got up to all kinds of shenanigans... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 09, 2017 |
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Patreon!
3:01
The Podcast is growing! I now have a Patreon page. Join up to access some great perks, and a special introductory giveaway! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 31, 2016 |
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70: The Napoleon of Egypt
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Thutmose's Greatest Campaign. In 1462 BCE, approximately, King Men-kheperu-Re Thutmose III led his most daring campaign. He travelled far from Egypt to attack the heartland of Egypt's enemy, the Mitanni. What followed was one of the standout moves in ancient military history... Date c.1462 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com; get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Dec 30, 2016 |
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69: North by Northwest
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Foreign Lands, Foreign Peoples. We take a break from the reign of Thutmose III to meet some of Egypt's neighbours. The people of Crete (Keftiu), Cyprus (Alashiya), and Byblos (Kupna / Gubla) made significant contributions to their world. We meet some of them. Oh, and there's a goofy poem at the end... Date. 1465 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast
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Dec 19, 2016 |
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68b: Deception at Joppa
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The Marvellous Tricks of General Djehuty. Sometime in the reign of Thutmose III, a siege took place at Joppa (Tel Aviv). The were starving their enemy out, when an unusual opportunity presented itself. Thinking quickly, the wily general made a cunning plan... Date c. 1465 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Michael Levy www.ancientlyre.com
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Dec 05, 2016 |
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68: Campaigns of Victory
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Submissions and Settlements. After his victory at Megiddo, King Thutmose III began to organise his new conquests. The lands of Canaan and Syria were transformed, as the Egyptians built a network of garrisons, supply depots, and fortresses. Step-by-step, they built their military capability and their empire... Date c.1470 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Nov 28, 2016 |
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67b: The Battle of Megiddo (A Dramatic Reading)
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A royal drama. In this episode, we replay the "official account" of Thutmose III's great victory at Megiddo. Drawing on the King's own proclamations, and using the voices of some other podcasters, we bring the story to life... Date c.1473 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, dramatic readings provided by Elias Belhaddad (The History of Islam), Ben Jacobs (Wittenberg to Westphalia), Travis J Dow (History of Germany), Steve Guerra (History of the Papacy), Thomas Daly (American Biography), David Crowther (The History of England), Erik Fogg (ReConsider). Bibliography and Images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com
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Nov 16, 2016 |
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67: Armageddon
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A Mighty Victory. Around 1473 BCE, Thutmose III faced a rebellion, when enemies in Canaan gathered to oppose him. The King of Egypt had a choice: destroy his foes, or risk losing the empire. Battle, chaos, and Monty Python ensued... Date c. 1473 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, get early releases and ad-free episodes at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com,
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Nov 09, 2016 |
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Mini-Episode: An Egyptian Horror Story
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Ghost Stories of Ancient Egypt (Halloween Edition). In this episode we explore three tales of the ancient macabre: a ghostly visitation; some scoundrels petrified by their encounters with the gods; and the "Ancient Egyptian Guide to When Your Dreams Are Trying to Kill You." They're horror stories, Egyptian style! www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Oct 29, 2016 |
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66: An Awkward Transition
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Hatshepsut's Last Years. After a long life and successful reign, Ma'at-Ka-Re Hatshepsut died. We wrap up her story, review her legacy, and review some standout events. Plus, we dig into the mystery of her tomb. Do we have Hatshepsut's mummy? There are many questions... Date c.1473 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Oct 17, 2016 |
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65c: Little King Thutmose
27:24
The prince Thutmose III. It's time to catch-up with the "other" King of Egypt. Thutmose III, still young, spent his early years in the palace, learning the arts of rule. He learned religious rituals, literacy, and skills in fighting. In this episode, we explore the young King's life through two institutions: the army and the royal palace "harem." Date c.1480 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Oct 03, 2016 |
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65b: Two Texts of Hatshepsut
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The Punt Expedition and the Speos Artemidos. We take a short break from the narrative, to explore two important texts from Hatshepsut's reign. These are the records of the Punt Expedition, and a propaganda text from the Speos Artemidos, a temple in middle Egypt. Guest vocals by Anya Banerjee. Date c.1480 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Sep 19, 2016 |
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65: Hatshepsut of Millions of Years
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A Sed-Festival. By 1485 BCE, Hatshepsut's subjects were bustling to prepare her grand jubilee. The sed-festival, held in year 16, celebrated an anniversary. But, an anniversary of what, exactly? Date c.1485 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 12, 2016 |
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64: Beloved Uncle
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Hatshepsut's Trusted Advisor. As Hatshepsut's power grew, so did that of Senenmut. A royal courtier, Senenmut found his career accelerating in tandem with the new King. In this episode, we follow Senenmut from his early upbringing to the corridors of power, and his victory over his rivals... Date c.1495-1485 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Aug 15, 2016 |
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63: Hatshepsut's Excellent Adventure
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The Great Expedition to Punt. In 1488 BCE, King Hatshepsut launched her most famous project. A fleet of ships sailed down the Red Sea coast, in order to visit the land of Punt. There, they gathered trade goods, and met some truly fascinating locals... Date c.1488 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Aug 01, 2016 |
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62b: The Divine Birth of Hatshepsut
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Amun Creates Hatshepsut. In a short break, we explore the tale Hatshepsut told about her origins. She ascribed her creation and birth to the King of the Gods, Amun-Ra himself. In this dramatic recount, we go through the whole story (as it survives). Date c.1520 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Jul 12, 2016 |
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62: Holy of Holies
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Hatshepsut, King of Egypt. In 1488 BCE, Hatshepsut made her most daring move. She pushed her newphew (Thutmose III) to one side and proclaimed herself King of Upper and Lower Egypt. At a stroke, Egypt had two kings, ruling at once... Date c.1488 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Jul 11, 2016 |
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61: The Two Lands Serve Her
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Hatshepsut (Part 1): Gathering Power. For the first five years of her rule, Hatshepsut was (officially) a caretaker for the throne. But power inevitably gathered around the powerful woman, and she knew it... Date c.1495 - 1490 BCE References and images at www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jun 13, 2016 |
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60: Thutmosid Family Values
29:43
Introducing Hatshepsut. For a decade or more, King Thutmose I ruled a stable kingdom. Unfortunately, this king gets overshadowed by his daughter, whom he may have groomed for power... Dates c.1519 - 1505 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Jun 06, 2016 |
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59: The Song of Thutmose
25:59
Terrible deeds... and great. In his first few years King Thutmose I led campaigns, managed his household, and commissioned his royal tomb. He launched a campaign into Nubia, pursuing conquest and booty. Unfortunately, his methods were rather horrific... Date c.1515 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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May 23, 2016 |
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58: The Great Turnaround
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Conquering Syria. Around 1519 BCE a new King came to power. Thutmose I (Aa-kheper-ka-Re) immediately began securing his rule. He married a cousin (or sister) of his predecessor, then launched two military campaigns. In the process he travelled further than any ruler had done before... Date c.1519 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Apr 25, 2016 |
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57: All Things Good and Pure
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Amunhotep I and the Splendour of Thebes. The podcast returns from hiatus, following the death of a close family member. Around 1530 BCE, King Ahmose I died and Amunhotep I came to power. At this time, the city of Waset (Thebes) was beginning to gain wealth and prominence, thanks to the exploits of its military. Prosperity grew and non-royal tombs show a growing sense of vitality... Date c.1530 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast
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Apr 11, 2016 |
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Mini-Episode: Dancers for God
12:30
Interlude: Dance the Magic Dance! Egyptians had many festivals, and they celebrated these with great energy. Whether it was dancing for a wealthy hostess, or leaping over charging bulls, or just getting totally drunk at a festival, the Egyptians did it all... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2016/05/03/mini-episode-dancers-for-god/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jan 01, 2016 |
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56c: A Royal Funeral
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How to Bury a King. Around 1530 BCE, King Ahmose I died. With his death and burial, the Second Intermediate Period ended and the New Kingdom began. We explore the funeral of a truly great monarch... Date c. 1530 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Dec 21, 2015 |
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56b: Restoring Splendour
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A Kingdom Resurgent. Around 1540 BCE, the warriors of Thebes (Waset) were chasing their enemies. King Ahmose I and his soldiers pursued the Hyksos, straining to reach that ultimate victory, and re-unify The Two Lands. Date c. 1540 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Dec 07, 2015 |
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56: The Return of the King
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Warfare Along the Nile. Around 1550 BCE, the young King Ahmose I was pursuing battle against the enemy Hyksos. The King and his mother, Ahhotep, pummeled their foes mercilessly. But they also took time to raise friends to high places... Date c.1550 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast.
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Nov 23, 2015 |
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Introducing: The New Kingdom
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Historical Phase number 3... We are now entering the New Kingdom. What does this mean? Well, that's kind of a big question www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Nov 13, 2015 |
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Episode 55: Blood and Thunder
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Second Intermediate Period (Part 4): Catastrophe. In 1560 BCE, Seqenenre Tao was dead. Killed in battle, the king's body lay on the field, beaten and bloody. Now, the task of ruling Thebes fell to Seqenenre's wife, the formidable Queen Ah-Hotep. She kept Thebes together, helping to maintain its unity in the face of defeat... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/11/05/episode-55-blood-and-thunder/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Nov 09, 2015 |
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Mini: The Brutal Death of Seqenenre Ta'a
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Crime Scene Investigation. Around 1600 BCE the King of Southern Egypt, Seqen-en-re Ta’a died. His end was violent and bloody. The king was a victim of (anonymous) foes, who tied him up and executed him. The full circumstances of this event are coming to light with new research. Today, we dig into recent studies on the event and its larger context… www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Music by Ancient Lyric www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Read the new study of Seqenenre's mummy at https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmed.2021.637527
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Nov 02, 2015 |
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Episode 54: The Three Kingdoms
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Second Intermediate Period (Part 3): Resistance! Around 1560 BCE the Hyksos were supreme over Egypt. Along with their allies (the Nubians of Kerma), the Hyksos dominated half of the country. Down in the southern regions, the kings of Dynasty 16 struggled to hold their territory... Images and bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/10/19/467/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Oct 19, 2015 |
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Episode 53: Rulers of Foreign Lands
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Second Intermediate Period (Part 2): Invaders! Around 1650 BCE, the 13th Dynasty crumbled away. Foreigners moving into Egypt over previous centuries now consolidated their power. Or was it an invasion? Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/09/29/episode-53-rulers-of-foreign-lands/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 28, 2015 |
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Episode 52: Two Dynasties at Once
24:11
Second Intermediate Period (Part 1): Collapse! Around 1700 BCE, disaster struck the land of Egypt. A famine and a plague swept through the land, devastating society and reducing the 13th Dynasty to a shadow. Unable to rely on royal aid, foreigners in the North began to break away into their own kingdom... Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/09/10/episode-52-two-dynasties-at-once/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Sep 14, 2015 |
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Episode 51: Everywhere and Nowhere
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Dynasty 13: Invisible Kings. From 1770 to 1700, the 13th Dynasty produced a vast number of kings, but we know almost nothing about them. Why? Images and Bibliography at https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/08/27/episode-51-everywhere-and-nowhere/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Aug 31, 2015 |
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Episode 50: Between Two Worlds
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Dynasty 12: A Woman King. Around 1776 BCE, the 12th Dynasty was dwindled away. Before it vanished, it produced one last remarkable figure. Please welcome Neferu-Sobek, a woman ruling as a King... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/07/28/episode-50-between-two-worlds/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Jul 27, 2015 |
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Episode 49: From One Era to Another
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Dynasty 12: Foreign Settlements. King Amenemhat IV came to power around 1798 BCE. His reign was unremarkable, but big things were happening around Egypt. In this episode, we explore the growing evidence for Canaanite peoples coming to Egypt and settling in large numbers. Date c.1798 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jul 13, 2015 |
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Episode 48: End of an Era
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A Last Flowering. King Amen-em-hat III (aka Ny-ma'at-Re) was the last "great" ruler of Dynasty 12. Over forty-six years in power, he would achieve significant things for his royal household. Unfortunately, cracks were beginning to appear in Egypt's kingdom... Date c.1845 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jun 01, 2015 |
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Episode 47: Strong Ruler(s)
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Ancient Egyptian Gossip. Around 1845 BCE, the reign of Senuseret III drew to its close. But the transition from one king to another was not entirely smooth. Senuseret had to plan ahead, and make provisions for his death... Date c. 1845 BCE www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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May 04, 2015 |
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Episode 46: Crushing Our Enemies
30:17
Senuseret III (Part 4): Decimations. Around 1864 BCE, King Senuseret III launched a new campaign into Nubia. Along the way, he built new fortresses and took many captives. Meanwhile, Egyptians begin practising a rather novel way of destroying their enemies... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/2015/04/06/episode-46-crushing-our-enemies/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Apr 06, 2015 |
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45: The Book of Two Ways
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The Coffin Texts. Around 1867 BCE, the nobles were taking a greater share in the economy than ever before. This "flowering" of elite culture produced some wonderful works: ornately decorated coffins, painted with spells, hymns, and even stories connected with the underworld of Osiris... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Mar 23, 2015 |
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Episode 44: The Shipwrecked Sailor
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Interlude: A Tale of the Sea. Sometime during the Twelfth Dynasty, a folk-tale was composed (or became popular) that would echo through the ages as one of Egypt’s most enduring tales... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Mar 02, 2015 |
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Mini Episode: Happy Valentines
15:00
Ancient Egyptian Love Songs. Ancient Egyptian love songs are passionate (even erotic). This episode may not be suitable for children. But these poems are lively, full of excitement, and descriptive indeed... www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. |
Feb 16, 2015 |
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43: Dominion Over All
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Society and Death. Around 1872 BCE, King Senuseret III (Kha-Kau-Re) was powerful and secure. The wealthy nobles of the kingdom began to respond to this power... Date c. 1880 - 1870 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Feb 09, 2015 |
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42: Underworld
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A Secret Tomb. Around 1880 BCE, one of Egypt's most successful rulers took the throne. Sen-Useret III was a mighty and influential King, who would enjoy a lasting legacy of power, justice, and splendour... Date c.1880 - 1860 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jan 19, 2015 |
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41: The Oasis
31:36
The Lake Pyramid. Around 1892 BCE, a new ruler came to power. His name was Sen-Useret II, and while he did not rule long, this king had a big impact on his dynasty... Date c. 1890 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jan 05, 2015 |
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40: Feasting, Laughing and Dancing
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Interlude: How the Egyptians Celebrated.From beer halls to temples to cemeteries, this episode explores Egyptian revelry. We focus on two major festivals: the raucous celebrations for Hathor, and the sombre re-enactment of the Osiris story... https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Dec 01, 2014 |
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39: The Wealth of Asia
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Fabulous Wealth. Around 1920 BCE, Egypt's royal household was prospering. Trade brought wealth from foreign lands, and many exotic goods found their way into royal and non-royal caches. Some of these treasures survive, and have been recovered by archaeologists... Date c. 1920 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Nov 24, 2014 |
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38: Burial Rites
25:42
International Fame. Around 1927 BCE, King Nub-kau-Re Amenemhat II came to power. His reign was peaceful and prosperous, and many treasures emerge from this period... Date c. 1927 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Nov 10, 2014 |
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37: Imperial Projects
24:10
Money Money Honey. Gold drives empires today, and the ancient Egyptians were no different. Senuseret I sends warriors into Nubia, the Sinai Peninsula and the Eastern Desert. They go in search of precious metals, resources needed for the King's monuments...Date c. 1960 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Oct 20, 2014 |
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36: The White Chapel
23:25
Creating Karnak Temple. The temple of Karnak is a wonder of the world; but its origins are mostly lost, beneath generations of re-modelling and re-building. Nevertheless, a few traces survive of the earliest days; among them, a magnificent monument of King Senuseret I... Date c.1950 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Oct 06, 2014 |
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35: From Father to Son
19:45
Teachings from the Father. Around 1962 BCE, King Sen-Useret I came to power. His father was dead, assassinated by his own royal guards. Now, the new ruler had to figure things out. Fortunately, Senuseret had some "teachings" from his father. What a coincidence, right? Date c.1962 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Sep 22, 2014 |
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34: Night of the Long Knives
42:44
The Tale of Sinuhe. Around 1962 BCE, conspirators broke into the royal bedchamber and attacked King Amenemhat in his bed. The result was panic. The king's son Senuseret was far from home, and the situation was incredibly perilous. In the midst of this, a minor official named Sinuhe got caught up in the storm, and decided to flee for his life. Thereby hangs a tale... Date c. 1960 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Sep 08, 2014 |
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33: Revivals and Regencies
26:06
Father and Son. Around 1985 BCE, King Amenemhat I ruled with skill and sense. His reign was a time of new developments, epitomised in the foundation of a new capital city. Strangely, the King decided to name his new capital "Seizing the Two Lands." Date c. 1985 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Aug 18, 2014 |
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32: The Repeating of Births
24:42
A Self-Made King. Around 1990 BCE, a new King took power. His name was Amun-em-Hat (aka Amenemhat I). First things first, he had to justify his unusual accession... Date c.1990 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jul 28, 2014 |
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31: Seven Empty Years
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A Forgotten King. At the end of Dynasty 11, there is a "gap" in the royal king list. The Turin Canon records the seven years of Montuhotep IV as a time when "no king reigned." On top of this, no royal images or records survive from his reign. Who is this man, and why is he lost?... Date c.1995 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jun 30, 2014 |
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30: Smooth Sailing on the Red Sea
22:45
A short but successful reign. Around 2010 BCE the great king Montu-Hotep II died. His son and heir, Montuhotep III, now came to power. This new king only ruled a few years but he achieved some noteworthy things, including a visit to Punt... Date c. 2010 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jun 16, 2014 |
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29: The War God
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The Southern War. Around 2020 BCE, King Montuhotep II was secure in his power. He could now lead military campaigns in Wawat and Kush, the region historians call Nubia or Sudan. He also went east into the deserts, and north to Canaan, pushing Egyptian authority abroad... Date c. 2020 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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May 19, 2014 |
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28: The King in the North
21:42
A King and His Court. By 2020 BCE, Montu-Hotep II had established himself as King of Upper and Lower Egypt. But, would he be able to keep his power, in the wake of challenges? Date c. 2020 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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May 05, 2014 |
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27: A Walk in the Desert
22:09
Mighty in Thebes. Around 2040 BCE, a new King unified Egypt and brought the country some stability. His name was Neb-hepet-Re Montu-Hotep ("Montu is Satisfied"), and he would be a mighty ruler indeed. To celebrate his victory, the new ruler commissioned beautiful monuments, in the city of his ancestors... Date c.2020 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Apr 21, 2014 |
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Introducing: The Middle Kingdom
3:20
Historical Phase number 2... A quick primer for the Middle Kingdom, the period which saw prosperity return to Egypt and cultural achievements reach some amazing heights. Let me introduce the new phase, and what our story will involve... www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow us on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Apr 14, 2014 |
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Episode 26: The Fire Rises
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Khety vs Intef. Around 2070 BCE, Egypt was gripped by conflict. It was time for a showdown between the two families, Khety and Intef, that claimed dominion over the land. The conflict was heating up and battle soon began... Date c.2070 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Apr 07, 2014 |
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Episode 25: A Fire in the South
26:13
A Kingdom Divided. By 2080 BCE, Egypt was split between two warring households. In the north, the "House of Khety" held sway over many towns. In the south, the "House of Intef" ruled the narrow valley. Both houses sought to rule the whole land, and they would fight for the privilege. In the midst of this chaos, a mayor named Ankh-Tyfy did his best to govern his community... Date c.2080 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Mar 17, 2014 |
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Episode 24: Lamentations
28:49
End of the Old Kingdom. Around 2215 BCE, King Pepy II was dead. In his wake the Sixth Dynasty came to its end, and a series of short-lived rulers followed through Dynasties 7 and 8. Eventually, the Old Kingdom as a concept faded away. What happened, and why? There are many reasons for this process, including political instability, economic collapse, and climate change... Date c. 2215 - 2100 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com. Logo Image: Ernesto Graf, from Wikimedia CC BY-SA https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Dashur_and_South-Saqqara_pyramids.jpg
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Mar 03, 2014 |
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Episode 23: Children of Pepy
25:06
A Long, Long Reign. King Pepy ruled more than sixty years, by some estimates. In his later years, this long reign was becoming an issue. The aging monarch was losing influence, and his children were dying before he did... Date c. 2240 - 2220 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Dec 30, 2013 |
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Episode 22: Pepy Lives
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Ruling the World. King Pepy ruled long and his authority reached far and wide. To understand Egyptian society in this period, we must meet the important families (nobility) who served Pepy, and see how their actions shape our understanding of history... Date c.2260 - 2240 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Logo image: Miniature Brewing Vat, in the Metropolitan Museum of Art https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/543893
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Nov 04, 2013 |
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Episode 21: The Excited Child
19:58
The Child King. Around 2285 BCE, a new ruler came to power. King Pepy II was a little boy, just six years old. His reign would be one of the longest, and most impactful, in the Old Kingdom... Date c.2285 - 2260 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Oct 21, 2013 |
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Episode 20: Expeditions and Explorers
21:29
The Great Explorer. Around 2300 BCE, King Pepy I died. His successor was a man named Mer-en-Re ("Beloved of Re"). In this period, the explorer Weni the Elder continued his travels, now going far south into Sudan on missions for the King... Date c.2300 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Oct 07, 2013 |
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Episode 19: The Beloved of Re, Pepy
30:44
Power shifts. Around 2355 BCE, King Pepy I came to power. The new king had trouble establishing his authority, and he had to deal with the effects of his predecessor Teti's murder. Along the way, Pepy even had to deal with a conspiracy against himself... Date c. 2550 - 2540 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Sep 23, 2013 |
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Episode 18: The Guards Themselves
26:47
Who Watches the Watchmen? Around 2355 BCE, King Teti died. Legend tells us that the king was murdered by members of his own family. If this is true, it is the first time in Egyptian history that we hear about royal assassination. Of course, there are many questions about what happened... Date c.2350 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Sep 09, 2013 |
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Episode 17: A New Era
31:31
A new beginning. Around 2380 BCE, King Teti inaugurated the Sixth Dynasty of Egyptian rulers. Teti married into the royal family and began a new (male) bloodline. This period was creatively fertile, producing famous works like the Wisdom Texts of Ptah-Hotep and Ka-Gemni... Date c.2380 - 2360 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Aug 19, 2013 |
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Interview: Alcohol and Economics (with Prof. Leslie Anne Warden)
51:30
Beer, Bread and Pharaoh's Power. Recorded 2019. My guest today is Prof. Leslie Anne Warden, Associate Professor of art history and archaeology at Roanoke College in Virginia, USA. An insightful scholar, Prof. Warden is here to share her investigations into the world of ancient economics, particularly how beer and bread can reveal the inner-workings of Egyptian society. From ceramics to experiments in brewing, Prof. Warden provides a detailed and thoughtful view on the world of the Nile Valley. Look: Pottery and Economy in Old Kingdom Egypt, 2013; University profile, Academia.edu. https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Aug 12, 2013 |
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Episode 16: An Indestructible Spirit
39:17
Unas the Cannibal. Around 2410 BCE, a new trend began in royal pyramid building. King Unas initiated something unusual when he introduced hieroglyphic texts to the burial chamber of his pyramid. These Pyramid Texts are a vast and fascinating body of work. In this episode, we dip our toes into this material, and even see evidence for divine cannibalism... Date c.2410 - 2380 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Aug 05, 2013 |
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Episode 15: The Enduring Ka
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New Ideas. Around 2440 BCE, a new king came to power. King Djed-ka-Re ("The Spirit of Re Endures") was an effective ruler, who reformed the government and left a rich artistic and written record... Date c. 2440 - 2410 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com, Logo Photo by Osama Shukir Muhammed Amin via Wikimedia Creative Commons License (cropped and increased contrast) https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Part_of_a_door_jamb_showing_the_cartouche_of_Djedkare_Isesi._From_the_Sun_Temple_of_Nyuserre_Ini_at_Abu_Gurob,_Egypt._c._2430_BCE._Neues_Museum.jpg
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Jul 22, 2013 |
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Episode 14: The Joy of Re's Heart
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An Uphill Battle. The reign of King Ny-user-Re was not a bed of lotuses. After a rocky start, the young ruler worked to make his household and kingdom prosperous. We see this trend in a flowering of artistic and written culture... Date c.2445 BCE, www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Facebook www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast, Twitter www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jul 08, 2013 |
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Episode 13: The Hairdressers Cometh
31:01
I Got You, Fam. After a series of short reigns, King Ny-User-Re came to power and brought some much-needed stability. In his long reign, Niuserre strengthened the power of his government and household. Many records survive from this period, like fascinating tales of the King's hairdressers... Date c.2455 - 2440 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jun 24, 2013 |
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Episode 12: I Make the Soul Beautiful
27:07
Quick Successions. After the death of Sahure, multiple kings came and went in a short span of time. In this episode, we follow the reigns of Nefer-ir-ka-Re ("Making the Soul of Re Beautiful") and Ra-nefer-ef. This period is murky, but we will get through it. Oh, and another powerful queen shows up to manage affairs... Date c.2570 - 2555 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Jun 10, 2013 |
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Episode 11: Off To Punt We Go
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The Great Fleet. Around 2585 BCE, King Userkaf died and passed the throne to his son, Sahure ("One Who is Close to Re"). At this point, Egyptians launched the first (recorded) expedition to Punt. This mysterious land, somewhere near Ethiopia, Somalia or Yemen, was a major destination for trade. Sahure commemorated the event lavishly... Date c.2580 - 2570 BCE https://egyptianhistorypodcast.com/episodes/, Support the Show at www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast, Follow the show on social media www.facebook.com/egyptpodcast and www.twitter.com/egyptianpodcast, Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com
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Apr 29, 2013 |
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Episode 10: A Temple To The Sun
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