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The History of Egypt

Dominic Perry
Egyptology
Napoléon Bonaparte
Thutmose III
French Revolution
Sety I
Cairo
Understanding Of Ancient Egypt
Egyptian Empire
Rosetta Stone
Menkaura
Babylon
Mitanni
Karnak Temple
King Khufu
Hatshepsut
Ramesses II
Libyan War
Great Pyramids Of Giza
Les Invalides
Egypt Tours

Ancient Egypt, from Creation to Cleopatra. This podcast tells the story of pharaonic Egypt "in their own words." Using archaeology, ancient texts, and up-to-date scholarship, we uncover the world of the Nile Valley and its people. Hosted on the Airwave Media Network.

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Part 1? Starting around 1300 BCE, the (surviving) corpus of written documents from Egypt begins to increase dramatically. It's not clear why, but papyrus and ostraca are far more abundant for this era than anything before. Thanks to these records, we... more

Our final part of the Kadesh story is Ramesses' art. Wall carvings, on major temples, present the pharaohs' summary of Kadesh and the conflict. They include many fun details, including enemy combatants, and comparing some scenes with artefacts allows... more

My guest today is Dr. Colleen Darnell, who will speak to us about New Kingdom literature (featuring rulers like Ramesses, Thutmose III, Seqenenra, and more). It’s a fun discussion, ranging from the calamitous death of Seqenenra Tao, to the triumphs o... more

Heavy Metal Hittites. This is a preview of my "rock musical" version of Kadesh. Full version available at patreon.com/c/egyptpodcast.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Colleen Darnell
Expert in Egyptology and author focusing on ancient Egyptian historical fiction
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Episode: Ancient Historical Fiction with Dr. Colleen Darnell
Dora Goldsmith
PhD researcher specializing in ancient smellscapes
Freie Universität Berlin
Episode: Scent of a Mummy: Smells and Pleasure in ancient Egypt, with Dora Goldsmith
Professor Aidan Dodson
Egyptologist from the University of Bristol
University of Bristol
Episode: Thutmose III & Hatshepsut: The New Kingdom Defined with Prof. Aidan Dodson
Dr. Peter Lacovara
An Egyptologist discussing the coffin of Sety I and its historical significance.
Episode: Sety's Borrowed Coffin with Dr. Peter Lacovara
Dr. Chris Naunton
Former director of the Egypt Exploration Society and author of 'Searching for the Lost Tombs of Egypt'
Episode: Egypt's New Royal Tomb Discovery with Dr. Chris Naunton. What's next?
Dr. Tamara Siuda
Egyptologist and author specializing in ancient Egyptian religions.
Episode: A Memory of Gods with Dr. Tamara Siuda
José M. Barrera
Photographer and author of 'Dendera: The Temple of Time'
Episode: Dendera: Temple of Time with José M. Barrera
Kara Cooney
Professor of Egyptian Art and Architecture.
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Episode: Sety, Thutmose, and Royal Coffins (with Prof. Kara Cooney)
Professor Peter Brand
An expert in the early 19th dynasty and author of significant works on Egyptian history
Egyptologist and historian
Episode: 194: A Prince of Egypt (feat. Prof. Peter Brand)

Host

Dominic Perry
Host of the podcast, deeply knowledgeable about ancient Egypt, often providing thorough analyses of historical events and cultural practices.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Psycho eyes

    Podcast Addict
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    user556
    15 days ago
  • The narrator does such a good job of narrating the story of ancient Egypt. I like that he explains what we know vs don't know and all the wonderful speculation in between!

    Audible
    5
    Michelle Hanzon
    United States18 days ago
  • Great Pods

    The pods with Professor Brand were great. Thanks, Dominic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friends with Pods
    United States25 days ago
  • Such a well produced and informative work. Getting this quality of knowledge for free is amazing.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    neel.lohith
    a month ago
  • Great podcast but the ads…

    Love the show but the ads are so obnoxious

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kawa11froggy<3
    United Statesa month ago

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Several reviews highlight the infusion of humor and modern references, making learning about history entertaining.
Many find the episodes to be informative and enjoyable, with comprehensive insights into ancient Egyptian history and culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Update: Autocrat interview and Vintage Egyptologist online classes
Q: Can you summarize the political intrigue involving Ramesses III?
There was a conspiracy by a secondary wife to assassinate Ramesses III and place her son on the throne, revealed through a court case detailing the plot and its aftermath.
Update: Autocrat interview and Vintage Egyptologist online classes
Q: What broadly is going on in Egypt around about the time that the Romans and Greeks believed that Troy was falling?
The period was marked by the reign of Ramesses III who faced multiple challenges including royal conspiracies and invasions by the Sea Peoples, while also maintaining agricultural continuity.
Kadesh: The 200 Year Enemy with Prof. Peter Brand
Q: What is so significant about this city or kingdom?
Kadesh serves as a strategic communication hub, essential for controlling territories in the region and has a significant ideological importance for the Egyptians.
Scent of a Mummy: Smells and Pleasure in ancient Egypt, with Dora Goldsmith
Q: What are you currently working on right now?
I'm currently writing about Keefi, which is an Ancient Egyptian incense mixture.
Thutmose III & Hatshepsut: The New Kingdom Defined with Prof. Aidan Dodson
Q: What was the primary basis for the identification of the mummy purported to belong to Hatshepsut?
The identification was based on a chain of logic involving a tooth found in a box associated with Hatshepsut, but there are significant flaws in that logic.

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Focusing on the rich and intricate history of ancient Egypt, this podcast draws deeply from archaeological findings, ancient texts, and contemporary scholarship to present a compelling narrative from creation myths through to the time of Cleopatra. Each episode features thorough examinations of pivotal events, cultural practices, and the key figures that shaped the Nile Valley civilization. Noteworthy episodes cover significant battles, royal ideologies, and daily life in ancient Egypt, providing listeners not only with historical facts but also with engaging storytelling that highlights the complexities of a society often reduced to mere names and dates.

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2. Dora Goldsmith
3. Professor Aidan Dodson
4. Dr. Peter Lacovara
5. Dr. Chris Naunton
6. Dr. Tamara Siuda
7. José M. Barrera
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