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The History of Egypt PodcastHapi Days (or, Ramesses in DeNile)Hapi was Egypt. The life-giving waters of the annual flood (inundation) were his work; and thanks to these waters, Egypt flourished, its people were fed, the gods received their offerings, and the social order was maintained. From the New Kingdom, papyrus and ostraca record songs/poems to the river god, called "Praise (dua) of Hapi." From the days of Ramesses II, we also have elaborate proclamations to the god and his blesings...
A Hymn to Hapi (excerpt)
Hail to you Hapi, who comes forth from the earth,
Who arrives to give life to...2025-06-2720 min
The History of Egypt PodcastScent of a Mummy: Smells and Pleasure in ancient Egypt, with Dora GoldsmithWhat did ancient Egyptians like to smell? Did they use any narcotics in their day to day lives? And what do mummified bodies smell like? Today, I'm pleased to welcome Dora Goldsmith to the podcast.
Dora Goldsmith is a PhD-candidate at the Freie Universitat in Berlin, Germany. Specialising in ancient smellscapes, Dora explores how the ancient Egyptians perceived and described the scent of their world. Along the way, Dora introduces us to the favoured perfumes and flowers used by the ancients, some of their “recreational” substances, and how mummified bodies smell today.
Publications by Dora Gold...2025-06-2040 min
The History of Egypt PodcastWriting Kadesh and the Podcast on YouTubeWe're joining YouTube! After many years of on-off effort, I'm finally putting podcast episodes in video form up on my YouTube channel.
Also, a quick update on the narrative as a I prepare the Battle of Kadesh...
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Massive thanks to Amr Saleh for taking on the editing duties. I hope you'll all join us on an exciting journey to bring more ancient Egypt to you(tube). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-06-1703 min
The History of Egypt PodcastEgypt Tour 2026 March, Come Sail Away with Me (and Ramesses)Hello everyone, it’s that time again! In March of 2026, we’re offering a new itinerary in the Nile Valley. This one is called the New Kingdom Cruise. It lasts for ten days, with a special focus on the south, the monuments of Elephantine (Aswan) and Lake Nasser. We ride a cruise boat, organised by Ancient World Tours, and visit monuments of Thutmose III, Sety I, Ramesses II, and even the Roman Emperors.
For bookings follow this link and use the password KALABSHA https://www.ancient.co.uk/holiday/history-of-egypt-podcast-2026-the-nubian-cruise/ Learn more abou...2025-06-1012 min
The History of Egypt Podcast211: Ramesses II The First Campaign of VictoryRamesses II defends his borders. In the early years of his reign, Ramesses focussed on home defence. His army established new forts at remote locations along the western Delta and Mediterranean Coast (Marmarica). Traces of this work can be found at famous locations like el-Alamein, Mersa Matruh, and Zawiyet Umm el-Rakham, the latter of which has been the object of detailed excavation in recent decades. Apparently, Ramesses was fortifying his frontiers, guarding the western approaches to Egypt.
Soon after, the pharaoh went forth on campaign. His target? The cities of Canaan and Amurru, in modern-day Lebanon. Along...2025-06-0630 min
The History of Egypt PodcastFeed Swap: The Ancient World - AgesFellow podcaster Scott Chesworth, from The Ancient World has a new season. I’m excited to introduce “The Ancient World – Ages”, a series covering the Early Bronze Age Collapse (c. 2200 BC) and the remaking of Southwest Eurasia.
In this feed swap, you’ll hear episode A3 – The Kings of Kish. It covers the period c.2900 BCE and 2350 BCE, also known as the Early Dynastic Period in Sumer. A time of kings, emerging from legends. Figures like Gilgamesh, burial sites like the Royal Cemetery of Ur, and the legendary conflict between the gods Lagash and Umma, recorded on the Stela of...2025-06-0352 min
The History of Egypt Podcast210: Ramesses II The Eyes of Ra, The House of LifeRamesses goes back to school. Luxor Temple is a magnificent monument, in a city full of them. The sanctuary you visit today is, in large part, the work of Ramesses' early reign. New pylons, colossal statues, obelisks, and dedicatory texts provide the testament to the young pharaoh's work. Exploring these, we also get a surprising insight into temple archives and educational facilities, embodied in the Per-Ankh / House of Life...
Outro music: Jeffrey Goodman, "Prophetic Harps of Amun-Ra," used with permission.
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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The History of Egypt Podcast209: Ramesses II vs the Sea PeoplesDelta raiders. Decades before their famous migrations, the "Sea Peoples" were already active and visible in the eastern Mediterranean; and Ramesses II had his own dealings with these groups. In year 2 of his reign, Ramesses II (Usir-Ma'at-Ra) dealt with a coastal raid by the Sherden, who came from the "islands in the midst" of the sea (which the Egyptians called the "Great Green"). The battle, and its aftermath, is referenced in several of Ramesses' inscriptions. We explore this curious first chapter in the Sea Peoples' story...
Music: Michael Levy "Odysseus and the Sirens” www.ancientlyre.com
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The History of Egypt PodcastThutmose III & Hatshepsut: The New Kingdom Defined with Prof. Aidan DodsonThe new royal tomb, and how two 18th Dynasty rulers defined the "New Kingdom" as we know it. Prof. Aidan Dodson is a dedicated and prolific scholar, whose research covers many facets of ancient Egyptian history (and even WW1 warships!) His latest book, Thutmose III & Hatshepsut: Pharaohs of Egypt - Their Lives and Afterlives looks at how these two monarchs, and their followers, defined many of the aspects of "pharaonic culture" as we imagine it. Along the way, we also discuss the new royal tomb, its significance, and its connection to these famous figures.
Prof. Aidan Dodson...2025-05-091h 30
The History of Egypt Podcast208: Ramesses II The Oracle & The SphinxA death at Karnak, and a lion amongst men. In regnal year 1 (c.1292 BCE), Ramesses II was at Abdju / Abydos. While there, he appointed a new First Priest of Amun (Hem Netjer Tepy en Imen). He chose his candidate by consulting the deity directly, engaging in an oracle with Amun to choose the best option.
Shortly after, Ramesses departed Abdju and continued his northward journey. Eventually, he came to Giza, home of the Great Sphinx and the deity that inhabited it...
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The History of Egypt Podcast207: Ramesses II Shadow of Two FathersRamesses had a lot to plan for, in his first year of rule (c.1292 BCE). Staying in Waset / Luxor, the new pharaoh began building work on his tomb (KV7) and his memorial temple (The Ramesseum). Archaeological records testify to both of these projects. Then, the King immortalised his late father, the Osiris Sety I, in scenes of worship at Karnak. Finally, Ramesses left Waset, heading north; but he stopped at Abdju / Abydos on his way. There to commune with Osiris (Sety) once more, and to address some glaring issues...Chapters:00:00 Building KV7 and the Ramesseum2025-04-2543 min
iNstallDEpisode 57 - Jason Perry & Zak HurstJason Perry from Clear Skies and Zak Hurst from Optimum Renewables are today's guests. Sit back and have a listen about the fun they've had with a certain accreditation body! Aside from that, these guys raise some great points that are worth 48 minutes of anyone's time that has any sort of interest in renewables and heating in general. Gather round!2025-04-2248 min
The History of Egypt Podcast206: Ramesses II Usir-Ma'at-RaIn the annals of Egyptian history there is no one quite like Ramesses II. He is arguably the most famous, or infamous, of Egypt’s pharaohs. His reign would be long (67 years!) and his influence would be incalculable. In this episode, Ramesses "appears" as King, following the death of his father (III Shemu 27). He chooses his royal names (Usir-Ma'at-Ra, Ramesses Beloved of Amun). He buries Sety, in the Valley of the Kings. And he goes before the gods to receive blessings and power...Episode chapters:00:00 - Introduction to Ramesses II04:20...2025-04-1847 min
The History of Egypt PodcastSety's Borrowed Coffin with Dr. Peter LacovaraThe coffin of Sety I (now in the NMEC) was probably reworked from an earlier piece, during the reburials in DB320 (the royal cache). But how can we tell? Dr. Peter Lacovara explains.Dr. Lacovara's website https://peterlacovara.com/Video version available at Patreon www.patreon.com/egyptpodcastVideo version available on YouTube https://youtu.be/6e1fauj4qPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-04-1112 min
The History of Egypt Podcast205: Sety I and the Finest Royal TombSety’s royal burial. Valley of the Kings tomb 17 (KV17) came to light in October 1817. Discovered by a team of Egyptian workers, employed by Giovanni Belzoni, the tomb is the most beautiful, and one of the largest, in the entire Valley.==Learn more about KV17:3D Tour by Mused: https://mused.com/tours/926/tomb-of-seti-i-valley-of-the-kings/Theban Mapping Project https://thebanmappingproject.com/tombs/kv-17-sety-iPhotos: Kairoinfo4u via https://www.flickr.com/photos/manna4u/albums/72157687439529835/KV17 at Wikimedia https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:KV17==...2025-04-041h 33The History of Egypt PodcastScan Technology Reveals Hidden Chambers at Giza?Approach with caution. In March 2025, a group calling itself the “Khafre Research Project” posted visual information online about the pyramid of Khafra at Giza. The group claims that Synthetic Aperture Radar (or SAR) scans at Giza have revealed “structures” beneath the pyramids. Using digital modelling (and some AI), they suggest that Khafra’s pyramid and the Giza plateau hide many more chambers. There are a couple facets to this. The 2022 article publishing raw data about SAR scanning at Giza: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-4292/14/20/5231Overview of claims and evidence: https://ww...2025-03-2210 minThe History of Egypt PodcastAnother Royal Tomb! Abydos | Hatshepsut | Bastet Tooth and more discoveriesNews from the Field (2025) Part 2. The past excavationseason has been extraordinarily productive. Beyond the new royal tomb ofThutmose II we also have a SECOND royal tomb, at Abydos! The Grand EgyptianMuseum is finally opening in full. And archaeological teams throughout the landhave uncovered wonderful things. We also remember some prominent scholars whopassed away recently. Chapter times and links to discovery reports with photos:00:22 – New tombs at Asasif https://southasasif.wordpress.com/2024/11/01/discovery-announcement/.02:21 – New tombs at Dra...2025-03-2036 min
The History of Egypt Podcast204: Sety's Last JourneyAfter a reign of approximately eleven years, the Horus Men-Ma’at-Ra (Sety I) passed to the west. He died in reasonably good health, and studies of his mummy reveal a tall, physically robust individual. So, what killed him? We explore these questions, and the history of his Memorial Temple, where the King’s body lay in state ready for burial…
Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com.
Music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.
Music by Luke Chaos www.chaosmusick.com.
Additional music “Sety’s Funeral” by Ihab Mahna h...2025-03-1339 min
The International Risk PodcastEpisode 214: Perry Kyles on Exposing the Banking CartelsIn this episode Dominic hosts Perry Kyles as they dive into banking cartels. They discuss what a banking cartel is, what it entails, and what could be a solution. Perry offers the alternative of gold and explains what the benefits are!Dr. Perry Kyles is a seasoned expert in economic history and operations, and author of the eye-opening book Gold vs The Banking Cartel: How to Use Gold to Become Your Own Banker. With over 20 years of experience spanning academia and business, and the Operations Manager at The Gold Marketplace LLC, Dr. Kyles challenges conventional wisdom about...2025-03-1025 min
The History of Egypt PodcastEgypt's New Royal Tomb Discovery with Dr. Chris Naunton. What's next?News from the Field 2025, Part 1. In February 2025, the breaking news was the discovery of a royal tomb. An archaeological mission working in Luxor are confident they have located the grave of King Thutmose II. The tomb itself was discovered in late 2022, and the team announced it publicly in 2023. I reported on that initial find in the news roundup for that year. Now, another season has passed, and the team’s work has come to fruition...I am also joined by Dr. Chris Naunton, former Director of the Egypt Exploration Society, who was discussed the new...2025-02-2841 min
The History of Egypt Podcast203: Rise of a VizierPaser, servant of Sety I and Ramesses II (c.1300--1270 BCE). In the later years of his reign, King Sety promoted one of his servants to the highest political/government office. Paser, the Vizier, enters our story...Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.Support the show via Patreon www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast.Make a one-time donation via PayPal payments.Music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.Music and interludes by Luke Chaos www.chaosmusick.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2025-02-2226 min
The History of Egypt PodcastRamessid Biographies with Prof. Elizabeth FroodElizabeth Frood is Associate Professor of Egyptology and Director of the Griffith Institute at the University of Oxford, UK. In a lively discussion, Dr. 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!
Prof. Frood's book: Biographical Texts from Ramessid Egypt, 2007.
Academic pages:
https://www.orinst.ox.ac.uk/people/elizabeth-frood
https://oxford.academia...2025-02-1437 min
The History of Egypt Podcast202: A Valley of the Queens & The Womb of HathorThe Place of Beauties (Ta-Set-Neferu). In the reigns of Ramesses I and Sety I (c.1304—1292 BCE), the Valley of the Queens finally earned its moniker. Having been a burial ground for royal children and courtiers, the wadi south of Deir el-Medina now began to host ruling women. In the days of Sety I, the Queen Mother Sitra and the Queen Tuya both received new tomb constructions in this site. Their monuments include evocative passages from the Book of the Dead (Chapter 17), and hints of the wonders to come in future generations…Tombs discussed in this...2025-01-3136 min
The History of Egypt PodcastA Memory of Gods with Dr. Tamara SiudaUnderstanding the deities requires us to move beyond inherited preconceptions and prejudices. Fortunately, there are many gods worthy of the effort. From the deified Sphinx Horemakhet, to the meme-lord Medjed, to the deified lover-boy Antinous, the pantheon is rich in variety and personalities. It is a subject that today’s guest, Dr. Tamara L. Siuda, has devoted a great deal of time. Her new book, The Complete Encyclopedia of Egyptian Deities (2024) is a comprehensive guide to many of these figures…Dr. Tamara Siuda’s website: https://tamarasiuda.com/ For a limit...2025-01-241h 34
The History of Egypt Podcast201: When Hathor Destroyed the World (The Book of the Sky Cow)The Book of the Sky Cow. In the waning years of the 18th Dynasty (the reign of Tut’ankhamun) royal artisans began decorating tombs and funerary equipment with a new text. Sometimes known as “The Destruction of Mankind,” the book tells of a distant age, when Ra ruled on earth. But as the sun-god aged, a group of humans perceived his weakness, and plotted rebellion. Faced with an uprising, Ra marshalled his supporters and sent forth an enforcer. The goddess Hat-Hor (and her alter ego Sakhmet) began to wreak havoc upon the lowly, wayward humans…The Bo...2025-01-1751 min
The History of Egypt PodcastDendera: Temple of Time with José M. BarreraHathor's temple at Dendera is one of the best in Egypt. Constructed in the late 1st Millennium BCE (but with roots stretching back to the Old Kingdom), Hathor’s house preserves amazing art, hieroglyphs, and secrets. It is a temple that today’s guest, José M. Barrera, devoted a great deal of energy to documenting. The result is a wonderful study of Hathor’s celestial realm…See José's amazing photography of Dendera's ceiling and learn more about his book Dendera: The Temple of Time (2024) at his website: https://josemariabarrera.com/dendera/...2025-01-101h 12
The History of Egypt Podcast200: How to Make Your Own TombLivestream recording. The tombs of Deir el-Medina are some of the most vibrant and beautiful in Waset (Thebes). How did they build them, which artists decorated them, and how did folk like Sennedjem pay for the construction and furnishing?Video version available at Patreon, with extended artistic discussion.Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.Support the show via Patreon www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast.Make a one-time donation via PayPal payments.Intro music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettinajoydeguzman.com. Music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.2025-01-0235 min
The History of Egypt PodcastNew Year, New Home (Moving Countries)New Year, New Home. My wife and I are moving to the UK in February 2025. How will this improve / affect the podcast? Details inside.Next livestream: “How to Make Your Own Tomb,” based on the artists’ tombs at Deir el-Medina. Held on YouTube live: https://youtube.com/live/500MMqMUlH8. Date and time zone conversion:Auckland: Sun, 29 Dec 2024 at 9:00 a.m. NZDTSydney: Sun, 29 Dec 2024 at 7:00 a.m. AEDTCairo: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 at 10:00 p.m. EETBerlin: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 at 9:00 p.m. CETLondon: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 at 8:00...2024-12-2706 min
The History of Egypt Podcast199: The Winter WarSety’s final campaign. In winter of year 8 (approx. December 1296 BCE), the King of Egypt Sety I received news: rebellion in the south. In a land called Irem, now in modern Sudan, locals were resisting Egypt’s monarch. Sety gathered an army of infantry and chariots and set off to war. The story is told by Egyptians participating in the event, and by monuments erected to commemorate it…
See the temple of Beit el-Wali at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Temple_of_Beit_el-Wali
Music by Bettina Joy de Guzman www.bettin...2024-12-2036 min
The History of Egypt Podcast198b: The Tomb Builders in the Age of Sety ILivestream recording. The village of Deir el-Medina first arose in the 18th Dynasty (c.1550—1310 BCE), but the historical records really multiply in the 19th and 20th Dynasties (c.1310—1070 BCE). In this livestream recording, I set the scene for the village and introduce you to some of its inhabitants. We explore houses and families, and a couple of intact tombs that shed light on the inhabitants…Video version available at https://www.patreon.com/posts/livestream-deir-117598390.Deir el-Medina Village
Museo Egizio excavation photos: https://archiviofotografico.museoegizio.it/en/archive/theban-region/deir-el-medina/excavations-at-the-village-temple-and-chapels/?photo=C00949
Kairo info4u...2024-12-131h 13
The History of Egypt Podcast198: Servants in the Place of Truth (The Tomb-Builders)Deir el-Medina’s Golden Age (Part 1). In the age of Sety I, the village of the tomb-builders expanded significantly. Likewise, our evidence for daily life, families, households, and business begins to proliferate. Historians can identify individuals from tombs and connect them with specific houses. We can track their movements, as they form relationships, get married, have children, and pass things to their descendants. Written records tell us about the village’s operations, including their funding from the pharaoh’s government. Around 1300 BCE, we stand on the threshold of some truly detailed stories…DEIR EL-MEDINA LIVESTREAM, open to the publi...2024-12-0644 min
The History of Egypt Podcast197: How to Make a Pharaoh's TombSety I in the Valley of the Kings (Part 1). Archaeological remains and ancient texts reveal a great deal about tomb-building in the 19th and 20th Dynasties (c.1303—1070 BCE). Records, artefacts, and art all combine to inform us of the workers and their practices. In this episode, we use the sepulchre of Sety I (KV17) as a case-study, to understand an ancient tomb project.
Explore the tomb of Sety I in a 3D Walkthrough by MuseEd https://mused.com/guided/926/tomb-of-seti-i-valley-of-the-kings/
Archaeological information for Sety's tomb at the Theban Mapping Project: https://thebanmappingproject.com/index.php/to...2024-11-2931 min
The History of Egypt PodcastSety, Thutmose, and Royal Coffins (with Prof. Kara Cooney)In 1881, a remarkable discovery took place in Luxor, Egypt. In the hills of Deir el-Bahari, a secret tomb held the reburied mummies of Egypt’s famous pharaohs. Figures like Sety I, Ramesses II, Thutmose III, and Amunhotep I lay in rest, in carefully hidden coffins. However, the caskets themselves hold many secrets, which today’s guest has spent years exploring.VIDEO VERSION available on YouTube.Interview guest:
Prof. Kara Cooney (UCLA) presents Recycling for Death:Coffin Reuse in Ancient Egypt and the Theban Royal Caches. Part of the UCLA Coffins Project https://arce.org/proj...2024-11-221h 47
The History of Egypt Podcast196: The Golden PathThe plan of an honest ruler. Around 1300 BCE, as today, gold was big business. King Sety I personally led an expedition into the eastern desert, to establish a new mining operation. Back in the Nile Valley, high-ranking officials leave monuments testifying to their work delivering, securing, and recording that gold. And thanks to art and artefacts, we can reconstruct the items these gold-workers produced. From the Red Sea Mountains to the Temple of Abydos, we follow the paths of gold…Logo image: Silver and gold statuette of a New Kingdom pharaoh, possibly Sety I (Louvre).Fo...2024-11-1551 min
The History of Egypt Podcast195: A Quest for GoldSety in the Desert. Around 1300 BCE, King Sety led an expedition into the Red Sea hills. His purpose? Gold. The King brought soldiers and charioteers out to mine precious metals for his treasuries. The journey was difficult, traversing a dry and rocky landscape far from the comforts of home. Fortunately, Sety left detailed descriptions of the event; and art and artefacts from this era allow us to reconstruct the journey...Episode details:
Logo image: Soldiers make camp, setting up tents for commanders. Tomb of Horemheb at Saqqara (Martin 2016).
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The History of Egypt Podcast194: A Prince of Egypt (feat. Prof. Peter Brand)Ramesses Rising. Traditionally, Egyptian princes are almost invisible. The pharaohs downplayed the presence of their sons, to reduce political competition and maintain religious order. Sety I (c.1300 BCE) changed this habit. In art and monuments, he promoted young Ramesses II to a position of prominence and power. The exact nature of this promotion is slightly controversial among Egyptologists. In this episode, we explore Ramesses’ rise and some of the thorny issues. Additionally, Prof. Peter Brand joins us to discuss some of the harder questions on these period.
Peter Brand, The Monuments of Sety I (2000), available free at Academia.ed...2024-11-011h 13
The History of Egypt PodcastCleopatra (All Seven of Them) with Prof. Lloyd Llewellyn-JonesRecorded May 2024. A name more famous than its owners. The Cleopatras of Egypt (all seven of them) were remarkably influential women and rulers. Frequently taking up power and responsibilities far beyond their more famous husbands (the Ptolemies), the seven Cleopatras of Egypt (and even more in the wider Hellenistic world) are worthy of greater attention and respect. In this interview, Prof. Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones of Cardiff University introduces these figures and his new book The Cleopatras: Forgotten Queens of Egypt.
Author details:
Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones, The Cleopatras, 2024. Available in hardback, paperback, ebook, and audiobook (read by the author...2024-10-271h 08
The History of Egypt Podcast193: Slaying the Bull of Seth (Ramesses’ First Rodeo)In the Temple of Sety I at Abydos, an out-of-the-way corridor preserves a unique image. The King of Egypt, and his eldest son, wrangle and subdue a bull. This scene appears simple, at first glance. But it has a wealth of deeper symbolism and meanings. In this episode, we explore the idea of Bulls as images of power and violence, and their relationship with gods like Osiris and Seth…
Episode logo: Ramesses and the Bull, by artist Brenna Baines (commissioned by The History of Egypt Podcast). Full version available on my Patreon (link below).
The Bull Hall photos by...2024-10-2545 min
The History of Egypt PodcastA Musical Book of the Dead (with Nemuer and Dr. Christian de Vartavan)Remember “Going Forth by Day”? It’s back! In song form. Many creative projects have explored themes around the Egyptian underworld. But in 2023, the Czech band Nemuer has taken a novel approach. Their album, Book of Going Forth by Day is based on original funerary papyri; and for the pronunciation of the Egyptian language, they consulted with Egyptologist Dr. Christian de Vartavan. This gives us an opportunity to explore excerpts from the Book of the Dead from a new perspective and connect more deeply with the ancient language.The podcast has covered the Book of the Dead previo...2024-10-191h 04
The History of Egypt Podcast192b: Seth's LoreWarrior, protector, murderer. By 1300 BCE, the Egyptian god Seth had become a complex and multi-faceted deity. Chaotic and destructive, but not "evil," Seth played an important role in the gods' realm and our own. This legend developed and evolved over centuries, from the earliest religious literature to the imperial age. In this episode, we explore Seth's role, appearances, and descriptions in the Pyramid Texts, Coffin Texts, Book of the Dead, Amduat, and Book of Gates. And we try to get to grips with a god who was (quite literally) two-faced...Episode details:
Date: c. 2400 - 1300 BCE...2024-10-181h 18
The History of Egypt Podcast192: The Trouble With SethIdentity crisis. Seth (aka Sutekh / Setekh / Suty) is a complicated deity. A master of storms, winds, deserts and seas, Seth dominates foreigners and the world outside Egypt. However, he is also treacherous, violent, and aggressive; a god who slew his own brother and tried to seize the throne for himself. As a result, Seth has a complicated relationship with the Egyptian kingship. Part defender and source of legitimacy, but also a threat to the stable order of the world (ma’at). Most kings navigated this relationship fairly easily. But then, most kings weren’t named after the god himself. As a...2024-10-1141 min
The History of Egypt PodcastThe Sword of Ramesses (News from the Field)Blade of Frontiers (not Wyll). In September 2024, the Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities announced new discoveries including a sword inscribed with the names of Ramesses II, King of Egypt. In this episode, we discuss the weapon and its origins, as well as the larger significance of the fortress in which this discovery occurred. Who did the sword belong to? What was this fortress guarding against?Egyptian swords in museum collections:
https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/545558
https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/Y_EA5425
https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/Y_EA52850
https://www.britishmuseum.org...2024-09-2720 min
The History of Egypt PodcastA New Royal Tomb? Egyptology News (2023 End-of-Year Summary)A new year dawns, and it’s time to look back. Egyptology and archaeology had a great year in 2023, with numerous major discoveries, studies, and conservation projects reaching fruition. Here is a sample selection of some particularly significant finds…
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Luxor, new royal tomb: Press Release from Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities. Article by Dr...2024-01-1652 min
The History of Egypt PodcastNapoleon in Egypt (with Grey History Podcast)In 1798, an army of soldiers and scientists invaded Egypt. At their head, the young general Napoleon Bonaparte. The French Expedition had an enormous impact on Egypt's political history, and Egyptology as a field of scholarly inquiry. Remarkable discoveries, and dedicated study, led to an explosion in knowledge about the ancient past. Today, William Clark of Grey History: The French Revolution & Napoleon joins me to discuss these momentous undertakings. And, of course, we talk about the new film "Napoleon," directed by Ridley Scott and starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby.Links and details:
William Clark's Grey History...2023-12-021h 47
The History of Egypt PodcastTotal War Pharaoh - History & Leader GuideI've wanted a game like Total War: Pharaoh since childhood. Now it's here! Thanks to Creative Assembly, I've had the opportunity to explore the game and prepare some introductions to the history and major leaders. This is meant to be a "listen along while playing" experience, just like I used to do with Mike Duncan's History of Rome and the original Rome: Total War. I hope you enjoy!
Chapters:
Intro: 00:00.
Merneptah: 05:30.
Ramesses: 29:10.
Amenmesse: 1:02:40.
Sety: 1:19:30.
Tausret: 1:40:45.
Bay & Irsu: 2:07:35.
Kurunta & Suppiluliuma: 2:32:07.
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The History of Egypt PodcastSety I Phase 1 (Summary)Sety I reigned (approx.) 1303--1292 BCE. In the first half of his reign, the King's followers achieved significant and splendid deeds. We explore these achievements in aggregate, and what they all mean for the Egyptian people. Plus, what 19th Dynasty "expansion" means for our story of pharaohs, ordinary people, and the gods...Logo image: Sety I, a painted panel from his tomb (Louvre Museum).Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.Support the show via Patreon www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast.Make a one-time donation via PayPal payments.Music by Jeffrey Goodman www...2023-09-3023 min
The History of Egypt Podcast191: Libya Minus OneHow the west was won. Around 1298 BCE, King Sety I (Men-ma’at-Ra) attacked the peoples of modern-day Libya and, in a supposedly swift victory, took many captives back to Egypt. The relationship between Libyans and ancient Egyptians is complicated, but we go in search of some answers…
Date: c.1298 BCE (Sety I, year 6).
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Music intro/outro: “Godzilla theme” by Akira Ifukube, cover version by Luke Chaos.
Music interludes by: Keith Zizza, Luke Chaos.
Sety’s War Reliefs at Karnak: Av...2023-09-2954 min
The History of Egypt Podcast190: Omm Sety, Guardian of AbydosDorothy Eady, Bulbul Abd el-Meguid, Omm Sety… A woman of three names, multiple lives, and a lifelong devotion to Egyptology. From the 1950s to 1981, Omm Sety was a resident of Abydos, and a regular worshipper at the great Temple of Sety I. Her life is a tale of dedication, spiritual connection, and fascination with the ancient past. In this episode, we explore Omm Sety’s life and try to “shine a spotlight” on her work, personality, and beliefs…Documentaries about Omm Sety (YouTube):
BBC Interview with Omm Sety at Abydos: https://youtu.be/2fdNJ2L9_zw?t=1.
Omm S...2023-09-191h 37
The History of Egypt Podcast189: For the AncestorsSety at Abydos (Part 4). Finishing our tour of Sety’s Great Temple at Abydos, we explore a few more sanctuaries and facilities. Then, we discuss the monument overall. Sety invested huge resources into his building projects at Abydos, and these monuments connect to some truly ancient traditions. What were the King’s priorities, what was he trying to achieve?Photos of monuments described in this episode:
Sety’s Temple: Kairoinfo4u.
Sety’s Temple: Wikimedia.
Chapel of Ramesses I: Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Umm el-Qa’ab, pottery sherds from ancient offerings: Soloegipto.
Interpreting the temple complex an...2023-09-1250 min
The History of Egypt Podcast188: The OsireionSety at Abydos (Part 3). The Osireion is an intriguing monument, one that attracts a huge amount of debate, discussion, and speculation. Its discovery was unexpected, its excavation was an enormous undertaking, and there are many uncertainties about its purpose, history, and overall significance. Still, with an extensive photographic record, some meticulous archaeological work, and a great deal of discussion, we can attempt to understand the Osireion. Who built the Osireion (and how old is it)? Why is it here, behind Sety’s great temple? What purpose does it serve? In this episode, we explore these questions, and try to un...2023-09-052h 36
The History of Egypt Podcast187: The Abydos King ListSety in Abydos (Part 2). Having toured the first part of Sety’s Temple at Abydos, we continue our exploration. Today, we discuss one of the monument’s most famous features: a King List, presenting a (supposedly) uninterrupted record of rulers up to Sety’s day. In truth, the Abydos King List is complex, with omissions and inclusions that don’t quite match scholars’ archaeological and historical information. What was Sety trying to achieve, with this curious feature? We explore…This is part 2 in our tour of the temple. We have already visited the Hypostyle Halls, Seven Chapels, and Osiris C...2023-08-1547 min
The History of Egypt Podcast186: Sety in AbydosPart 1. In the ancient city and necropolis of Abydos (Egyptian Abdju), pharaoh Sety I commissioned a magnificent temple. Today, this monument is one of the finest in the country, a highlight of any trip. Sety’s work is complicated, with several components and structures worthy of discussion. So, this is part one of a multi-part tour through the complex. Today, we cover:
The history of Abydos pre-Sety I.
The modern experience of Sety’s temple.
The Hypostyle Halls, the unique “Seven Chapels,” and the “Osiris Complex.”
The meaning and symbolism of the Osiris religion as Sety shows it.
In future...2023-08-0853 min
The History of Egypt Podcast185: House of the Rising SonRamesses II: Prince of Egypt. When Sety I took power, his eldest son was probably 10—15 years old. The King's Son Ra-messes (“Born of Ra”) enjoyed a privileged upbringing. And by the time he was physically mature, the young prince was ready to expand the royal household. His father Sety had some plans in that regard…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1299 BCE.
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Texts: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptionsvolume 1. Hierogly...2023-08-0142 min
The History of Egypt PodcastSety I, Great Pharaoh, with Prof. Peter BrandKarnak, Abydos, foreign wars, and prince Ramesses. In this interview, Prof. Peter Brand joins us once again to explore the life, reign, and legacy of Sety I. We also explore the rise of prince Ramesses (later King Ramesses II), who becomes increasingly prominent in the later years of his father's rule.Links and more info:
Peter Brand at Memphis University.
National Geographic documentary "Egypt: Quest for Eternity," on YouTube.
Peter Brand articles and books on Academia.edu.
Peter Brand, The Monuments of Sety I (2000), free pdf version at Academia.
Peter Brand, Ramesses II: Egypt's Ultimate Pharaoh (2023...2023-07-212h 07
The History of Egypt Podcast184b: Feeding the FightersSety I (Part 6b): Standards and Practices. The early 19th Dynasty army was a well-organised machine, with distinct units (the zA ‘company’) and officers (e.g., chai sereet, ‘Standard Bearers’). Papyrus archives record the daily business of military life, like the Standard Bearer Mai-Sety / Mai-Sutekhy, the company scribe User-Hat, and the royal administrators that monitored food deliveries, rations, and supplies of essential goods…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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The History of Egypt Podcast184: Fighting for PharaohSety I (Part 6): Mesha, Menfat, Pedjet, Pecherer. By 1300 BCE, Egyptians had developed a sophisticated, well-organised military system. Distinct branches and types of troops (infantry, archers, auxiliaries, and more) marched and fought in identifiable units. Their weapons survive in the archaeological record, and ancient texts and art reveal their equipment, behaviour, and battlefield roles. Today, we introduce the soldiers who won Sety I’s wars…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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Music intro and interludes: Bettina Joy de G...2023-07-1246 min
The History of Egypt PodcastFor the Kiwis: Egypt - In the Time of PharaohsHey New Zealand! It's time to explore ancient Egypt. A new exhibition, Egypt: In the Time of Pharaohs, has just opened at Auckland Museum Tamaki Paenga Hira. And to celebrate, we've got a special deep-dive into the artefacts and cultural background of the Nile Valley! Have a listen and check out the exhibition for yourself. And while you're there, consider an Auckland Museum Membership, which comes with all kinds of perks including free entry to paid exhibitions, exclusive events and lectures from leading experts, special discounts at the museum shops and cafes, and more!
The History of Egypt...2023-07-1138 min
The History of Egypt Podcast183: Fire Over HattiSety I (Part 5): Empires clash. Around 1300 BCE (approximately), Sety I records a battle against the Hittites. In the course of his northern wars, perhaps following the reconquest of Kadesh and Amurru, Sety faced off with his distant rival. The Kingdom of Hatti, land of the Hittites, sent forces to challenge the Egyptian resurgence…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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The Battle Reliefs of Sety I by Th...2023-07-0450 min
The History of Egypt Podcast182b: Destruction in AmurruAmurru (Part 4): Reconquista. The land of Amurru, and its leaders, have been a noteworthy part of the story in recent decades. Since the reigns of Amunhotep III and Akhenaten, the lords of Amurru have caused great trouble in Egypt’s northern empire. They have raided, plundered, and even murdered their way to regional prominence. Now, a couple decades after their betrayals, King Sety I is bringing vengeance…Note: This episode includes new content and old material from episodes 123, 124, 142c. See timecodes for relevant chapters.Timecodes:
00:00 Introduction.
02:25 The Land of Amurru.
12:25 How Science Uncovered Amurrite Expa...2023-07-013h 47
The History of Egypt Podcast182: Sety's Battle for KadeshSety I (Part 4): Catching Up with the Kadeshians. Around 1300 BCE (chronology uncertain), Sety led another campaign into the north. This time, the pharaoh of Egypt marched into Canaan, Lebanon, and Syria. In the process, he visited local chieftains, went “shopping” for luxury items, and then launched a daring attack on Kadesh…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1300 BCE.
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Logo image: A warrior/cattle...2023-06-2756 minThe History of Egypt PodcastIntroducing: History DailyHistory Daily is your regular introduction to major events and stories. Every weekday, new stories arrive on topics ranging from war and fashion, culture and politics, religion and technology. Episodes run 18-20 minutes on average, providing a bite-sized exploration to major topics. Enjoy a special introduction to the show, covering one of the major events of the French Revolution. In 1893, the execution of King Louis XVI helped expand the crisis known as the Revolutionary Wars, a crisis that had a profound impact on the nascent field of Egyptology...Find History Daily on all podcasting apps, or at...2023-06-1320 min
The History of Egypt Podcast181: Akh-en-Amun (Effective for Amun)Sety I (Part 3): The Great Hypostyle Hall of Karnak. In 1302 BCE (approximately) the pharaoh of Egypt Men-Ma’at-Ra Sety I commissioned a remarkable monument. A hall of columns, near the entrance of Karnak sanctuary, would be a gathering place for the gods and the faithful. This hall, called “Sety is Effective in the House of Amun,” is now one of Egypt’s most famous (and most photographed) monuments…Details and sources:
Date: c. 1302 BCE (Year 2 of Sety I).
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The History of Egypt Podcast180: Eager to FightSety I (Part 2): The First Campaign of Victory. In1302 BCE, the pharaoh Men-Ma'at-Ra Sety I led a military expedition to the east. He attacked the Bedouin ("Shasu") in Sinai. Then, he turned his sights on Canaan. The new King was an active warlord, aggressive and eager to fight. Thanks to records at Karnak and elsewhere, we can trace his assault...
Date: c. 1302 BCE (March - June).
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Sources: The war reliefs of Sety...2023-05-3038 min
The History of Egypt Podcast179: Sety's RenaissanceSety I (Part 1): A Repeat Appearance. In 1303 BCE, the old king Ramesses is dead after a brief reign. But now, for the first time in decades, a royal son is taking power. King Sety (Men-ma'at-Ra) ascends, aged approximately thirty years old. The new ruler's reign will be noteworthy for its splendid monuments and its abundant records. In fact, as his reign begins, we can even trace his movements on a week-to-week basis...Video version of Sety's coronation imagery available on YouTube.Note: Patrons enjoy an extended epilogue on this episode.
Date: c. 1303 BCE (roughly...2023-05-2343 min
The History of Egypt PodcastThe Ramessids Rule, with Prof. Peter BrandPeter Brand (Part 2): Ramesses I and Sety I. The start of Egypt's 19th Dynasty saw two significant reigns. Ramesses I, though short-lived, established a new regime and legacy. His son, Sety I, confirmed that legacy and expanded it magnificently. In this interview, Prof. Peter Brand continues his conversation about the early Ramessids. How they legitimized their rule, how they differed from their predecessors, and how they responded to recent political events (e.g. the Amarna Period).Dr. Peter Brand is Associate Professor at The University of Memphis (Tennessee, USA). He completed his PhD. in 1998 studying The Monuments...2023-05-1755 min
The History of Egypt PodcastThe Ramessids Rising, with Prof. Peter BrandPeter Brand (Part 1): Ramesses I and his Household. When Paramessu became Ramesses I, his ascent marked a "break" in many ways. For historians studying this period, the evidence presents these pharaohs as a curious blend of traditional motifs and conscious reinvention. How did Ramesses, and his son Sety I, establish a new royal household; and guarantee their legitimacy, as newcomers to the throne?Dr. Peter Brand is Associate Professor at The University of Memphis (Tennessee, USA). He completed his PhD. in 1998 studying The Monuments of Sety I. In 2023, he has published an enormous study of the Ramesside...2023-05-1644 min
The History of Egypt PodcastRamesses I, International Mummy of Mystery with Dr. Peter LacovaraRamesses I and Pharaoh's Palace(s). Dr. Peter Lacovara is an experienced archaeologist, museum curator, and specialist in the palaces of Egyptian pharaohs. Since the 1980s Dr. Lacovara has been involved in many noteworthy projects. Most famously, he led the project to identify and repatriate the mummy of King Ramesses I. In this interview, we discuss the mummy and its return to Egypt, as well as the elaborate royal palace complex at Deir el-Ballas.
Learn more:
Peter Lacovara
Home | The Ancient Egypt Heritage and Archeology Fund (ancientegyptarchaeologyfund.com)
Deir el-Ballas - Wikipedia
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The History of Egypt PodcastIntroducing: The Mummy Movie Podcast!The Mummy Movie Podcast is dedicated to the many (many) films in which ancient Egyptian mummies play a role. From the 1932 classic, to the 1999 remake, and dozens more in between, mummies are a classic feature of horror, suspense, and adventure filmmaking. Egyptologist Peter Rose dives into these movies from the historical, production, and entertainment point of view, exploring every nook and cranny in these classic works. Find the Mummy Movie Podcast on all podcasting apps, or visit Mummy Movie Podcast - Hosted by Peter Rose (acast.com)
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The History of Egypt Podcast178: From Nile to Niagara, The Mummy of Ramesses IRamesses I (Part 2): Family, Regime, Remains. In 1304 BCE, Ramesses I rules Egypt. The new royal family is an interesting group, and we have a surprisingly detailed idea of Ramesses' son Suty (Sety). Then, we consider the legacy of Ramesses, which has some remarkably international elements...Details and sources:
Date: c. 1304 - 1303 BCE.
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Sources: Kenneth Kitchen's Ramesside Inscriptions volume 1. Hieroglyph versions at Internet Archive, English translations at Abercromby Press.
Peter Brand...2023-05-0240 min
The History of Egypt Podcast177: Sun Born, Ramesses IRamesses I (Part 1): Appearing in Splendour. In this episode, we repeat the career and rise of Paramessu (content recycled from episode #170). Then, we begin the reign of Ramesses I, who takes the throne around 1305 BCE. The new king is fully aware of his unusual succession and immediately works to establish his legitimacy...Details:
Date: c.1305 BCE.
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Career (recycled): 02:35 - 26:20.
Reign (new): 26:20 - 53:50.
2023-04-2456 min
The History of Egypt PodcastIntroducing: Dynasty 19Reflective and Prospective. In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the outgoing 18th Dynasty (and its last scion, Horemheb). Then, we consider some of the major themes that will appear in Dynasty 19, and the continuities between the two eras. Finally, we reflect on the 10th Anniversary of The History of Egypt Podcast!
Date: c.1305 BCE.
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The History of Egypt Podcast176: The Ancient Egyptian Book of Gates (Part 2)From hours 6-12, Ra continues his journey. The great serpent Apep returns, bringing an army of his followers. The sun god deals with those who have died in horrible ways. The journey reaches its climax, and the dawn approaches...
Date: c. 1305 BCE (first appearance).
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Sistrum: Tahya Hathor Systrum.
TRANSLATIONS of the Book of Gates by Erik Hornung (2014) and John Darnell & Colleen Manassa Darnell (2018)
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The History of Egypt Podcast175: The Ancient Egyptian Book of Gates (Part 1)In the dark of the night, Ra took a journey through the Duat (underworld). His voyage was fraught with danger, but he also made many friends along the way. In the Book of Gates, the sun god takes a mysterious but meaningful journey...Details:
Date: c.1305 BCE (first recorded appearance).
Source: KV57, the tomb of Horemheb, and others.
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Music outro: Ancient Lyric.
Logo image: Ra o...2023-03-2156 min
The History of Egypt Podcast174b: Horemheb, Unfinished BusinessHoremheb's Lesser-known works and monuments. A selection of "off-cuts" from the Horemheb narrative including the Luxor Cachette, Horemheb's burial(s) of the Apis Bulls, and the rock-cut temple at Gebel Silsila.
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See statues from the Luxor Cachette in Luxor Museum, Wikimedia.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-03-1825 min
The History of Egypt Podcast174: Horemheb, Death and LegacyThe Death and Legacy of Horemheb (c.1305 BCE). Horemheb's reign ended after some 27-years of rule, though this is debated fiercely among historians. His latter-day achievements include an unorthodox approach to building his Memorial Temple, as well as an innovative and spectacular royal tomb. Ultimately, the King reached the end of his reign, leaving a legacy that deserves greater attention...
Date: c.1305 BCE.
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Read t...2023-03-1457 min
The History of Egypt PodcastThe Tomb of Tutankhamun (100 Year Anniversary)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:
For the full archive of Harry Burton’s photographs, showing the tomb of Tutankhamun in its original state, at the Griffith Institute.
See other images, including the treasures, at Wikimedia.
The Tomb of Tutankhamun at The Theban Mapping Project.
The life and reign of Tutankhamun at The History of Egypt Podcast.
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The History of Egypt Podcast173: A Forgotten CampaignTo 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?
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Date: c.1316 BCE.
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A. Ahrens, ‘New Light on the Amarna Period from the Northern Levant: A Clay Sealing with the Thr...2022-11-0235 min
The History of Egypt Podcast172: Wise Like ThothHoremheb'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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Logo image: Horemheb as a Scribe, statue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.
Read the Hymn to Thoth at the Metropolitan Museum of Art website.
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The History of Egypt Podcast171: Law & Order (Special Ma'at Unit)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?
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Interludes and Outro music by Luke Chaos www.twitter.com/l...2022-10-2553 min
The History of Egypt PodcastThe Ancient Egyptian Empire with Dr. Uroš MatićNew 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.
Dr. Uroš Matić online: Twitter, Academia.edu, and the Austrian Archaeological Institute.
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The History of Egypt Podcast170: Mutnodjmet and RamessesThe 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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Intro music: Keith Zizza.
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Additional research by Elissa Day.
See Geoffrey Martin discussing the discovery of Horemheb's Saqqa...2022-09-2044 min
The History of Egypt Podcast169: Royal Tomb: MaverickIn 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:
Date: c. 1323 BCE.
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Se...2022-09-0644 min
The History of Egypt Podcast168: Return to the TombSecuring 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:
Date: c.1324 BCE.
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See the tomb of Thutmose IV at the Th...2022-08-3026 min
The History of Egypt Podcast159b: Double DeathKing 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.
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Logo image: Erasures on the wrists of Nut, Lady of the Sky, as she offers nyny...2022-02-1520 min
The Art Of Casual ConversationEP29 Interview with Grammy award winning producer Jason PerryJason perry a grammy award winner and singer of A has come on my show and its been great having him on the show
Perry has produced albums by Greywind, Fatherson, Don Broco, Molotov, McBusted, Matthew P, Ivyrise, The Blackout, Kids in Glass Houses, Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly, Futures, Matt Willis and McFly.
his playlist here https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fplaylist%2F7Fw0t5z9RMuxX8dH2I59Ln%3Fsi%3DZyDEMmumTD2b53M6gxN-tA&e=ATN5cKAjjUzKRCBrmoL5lcC3TiyUq3IvYxF1BaFTjhWAE0SnLkWZPrHFoee_yCUxi5VRoDUQfU2zpm5-6MrzGzJJfLcV58...2021-07-0140 min
Reimagining JusticeFrom reactive to proactive: how software, marketing and diverse thinking is transforming law with Dominic WoolrychEpisode no. 55 is with Dominic Woolrych, Founder of Lawpath. Our discussion covers: Lawpath’s origin story; Its current business model including how the subscription service works; The difference between “BigLaw”, “small law” and “tiny law”; The role of law societies in supporting legal innovation; Which software Lawpath uses and how it makes law “proactive”; One thing that is stopping lawyers from improving process efficiencies; Unexpected findings from surveying clients about legal design; Whether professional regulation is inhibiting innovation and how to overcome regulatory barriers; Whether clients should bear some risk in exchange for more affordable legal services; Keys to Lawpath’s succe...2021-04-121h 03
The History of Egypt Podcast139: King Tut-ankh-AtenA 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.
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Music by Keith Zizza.
Additional music by Jeffrey Goodman.
Audio mixing/editing by Vincent Cavanagh.
Written by Dominic Perry.
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Grizz TalkGrizz Talk Ep 6 Ryan PerryI have a conversation with a brother of a brother, Ryan Perry who use to work with my good buddy Brian Vesall. Ryan has been podcasting for 3 years or so and had some good insight for me. Also he heard about my transformation from morbidly obese to kinda fit/ kinda fat, so we dived into health and podcasting. Enjoy!
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The History of Egypt Podcast114b: Defining the HorizonsAmarna (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...
Date: c.1357 BCE (Regnal Year 6).
King: Akhenaten (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re).
Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten Neferet-Iti).
Locations: Thebes (Waset); Amarna (Akhet-Aten).
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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The History of Egypt Podcast114: Seeds of a CityIn 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...
Date: c.1357 BCE (regnal year 6)
King: Akhenaten (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re)
Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten)
Cities: Amarna (Akhet-Aten)
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Music by Keith Zizza (www.keithzizza.com).
Music by Michael Levy (www.ancientlyre.com).
Select Bibliography:
Betsy M. Bryan, “New Kingdom Sculpture,” in Allan B. Lloyd, A Com...2019-07-1740 min
The History of Egypt Podcast113: Akhenaten, Effective for AtenAkhenaten (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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Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.
Select Bibliography:
Cyril Aldred, Akhenaten King of Egypt, 1988 edition.
Norman de Garis Davies, The Rock Tombs of el-Amarna, Vol. V: th...2019-07-0351 min
The History of Egypt Podcast112: Artistic RevolutionAkhenaten (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...
Time Period: c.1359 BCE (regnal year 4)
King: Amunhotep IV (Nefer-kheperu-Re Wa-en-Re, Imen-Hetep)
Queen: Nefertiti (Nefer-neferu-Aten Neferet-Iti)
Locations: Thebes (Waset), Aswan (Elephantine).
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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The History of Egypt Podcast111: Aten the Royal GodAkhenaten (Part 4). 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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Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.
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The History of Egypt Podcast109: Queen Nefertiti feat. Dr. Joyce TyldesleyAkhenaten (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...
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Music by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.com.
Select bibliography:2019-04-1959 min
The History of Egypt Podcast108: AKA Amunhotep IVAkhenaten (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).
Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com.
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Music: Keith Zizza (keithzizza.com).
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Aidan Dodson, Am...2019-04-0529 min
The Power Show15 / "Everest, I Did It For The Journey", with Dominic RenshawDominic shares his story on climbing Mount Everest , how one decision saved his life, and how it has sparked a flame to achieve even bigger goals moving forward.2019-03-291h 03
Kind of Epic ShowAre you my Mummy? Dominic Perry on Egyptian historyThis week Gabe talks to Dominic Perry the host of The History of Egypt Podcast in advance of next month's release of The Mummy. We talk about depictions of Egypt in pop culture, the famous female rulers of Egypt's past and suggestions for taking part in exploring history first hand. We think it's kind of epic.2017-05-231h 10
The History of Egypt Podcast26b: Intef the Great, Part 2 - The First Intermediate Period (Part 5b)Newly researched and updated in 2024.
Intef the Great, Part 2. The war for Ta-Wer. The Thebans had seized the sacred city of Abdju (Abydos) in the district of Ta-Wer. The northern rulers, from the House of Khety, contested this violently. Inscriptions and art reveal the movements of armies, the clashes on field and river, and the sieging of major towns. Soon, things going downright apocalyptic. Also… dogs!
Music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net.
Music and interludes by Jeffrey Goodman www.jeffreygoodman.com.
Interludes by Luke Chaos www.chaosmusick.com.
Logo image: Intef II, from a...2014-04-1454 min
The History of Egypt PodcastAnkhtyfy's Autobiography (First Intermediate Period, Interlude)The complete autobiography of Ankhtyfy (Ankhtifi) from his tomb at el-Mo'alla.Sources:
J. Vandier, Mo’alla: La Tombe d’Ankhtifi et la tombe de Sébekhotep (1950). French translation of hieroglyphs.
Logo image: Ankhtyfy, from his tomb at Mo'alla (Wikimedia Public Domain).
The tomb of Ankhtyfy at Osirisnet. English translation of Vandier (1950).
Minor re-translations and edits of the text by Dominic Perry (2024).
Photos of Ankhtyfy's tomb by M. Attia, ‘Tombs of Ankhtifi and Sobekhotep el-Moalla Egypt’, https://flickr.com/photos/130870_040871/albums/72157676972946976/.
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The History of Egypt PodcastMini: Houdini Beneath the Pyramids (Lovecraft Short Story)Updated in 2024. A tale of terror and tombs. In 1924, Weird Tales magazine published "Imprisoned with the Pharaohs" (aka "Under the Pyramids"). A short story in which Harry Houdini, world-famous escape-artist, illusionist, and advocate of rationalism, came face-to-face with horrors beyond his comprehension. The tale is work of horror, ghost-written by H.P. Lovecraft. It is a fun story, worthy of the genre.
Logo image: The statue of Khafra / Khephren in Cairo's old museum (Photo Dominic Perry).
Timecodes:
Story Part One: 00:01:40.
Story Part Two: 00:38:39.
Commentary: 01:18:50.
The History of Egypt Podcast Website: www...2013-03-191h 49