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229: The First Egyptologist? Khaemwaset & the Apis Bulls
In 1263 BCE, priests announced the death of the APIS BULL. Sacred to Ptah, the bull dwelled in the temple at Men-nefer (Memphis). Now, in year 30 of …
5 months, 1 week ago
228: Three Funerals & a Sed Festival
Loss and rejuvenation. Ramesses third decade in power was a time of death. The King's Great Wife Nefertari passed around year 25. Almost simultaneous…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
227: The One Where Iset Poisons Ra
What is the true name of god? Once upon a time, Ra ruled the earth directly. But the great goddess Iset/Isis desired to know his private name, the on…
6 months ago
226: Nefertari's Tomb and Book of the Dead
The tomb of Queen Nefertari is one of the masterpieces of New Kingdom funerary monuments. The tomb is stunningly preserved, with an array of exquisit…
6 months, 1 week ago
225: Nefertari, Queen of Egypt
The rise and reign of Nefertari (Nefret-Iry, "She Has Become Beautiful"). A girl of unknown origins (but some tantalising possibilites) who would ris…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Dinosaurs of Egypt (2026 Revised Edition)
In the Cretaceous Period (c.100 million years ago) Egypt and North Africa were radically different environments. With vast tidal flats and mangroves,…
7 months, 1 week ago
The Egyptian Book of Gates (Complete)
The New Kingdom "Book of Gates" explores Ra's journey through the Duat (Underworld). Passing the western horizon at sunset, Ra sails through the land…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
The Grand Egyptian Museum is Open! Now what?
In this mini episode, I explain the history and significance of the new complex (why does Egypt need a billion-dollar museum?) and discuss what will …
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Egyptology News: The GEM is Open (and New Discoveries)
The winter 2025/26 excavation season is underway, and lots of news is coming forth already. Let's explore the major finds!
Chapters:
The GEM is open …
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Thanks for listening (End-of-Year Wrap-up 2025)
A quick message to say thanks for listening in 2025, and what's coming up on the podcast...
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7 months, 3 weeks ago