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Skip Intro comes to New York this week to talk to Louis Partridge of Enola Holmes fame. Partridge takes on the role of Edward Guinness in the new series House of Guinness . He also stars as Wickham in Netflix’s upcoming Pride & Prejudice adaptation, as well as the younger Billy Crudup character in Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly . The 22-year-old actor shares what it was like to meet his first casting director, playing rugby and being mischievous in school, and his girlfriend’s funny American accent. Video episodes available on Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts .…

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Join Egyptologist Stephanie Rice as she delves into topics such as the elaborate tombs built to immortalize the dead, ancient guardians of the afterlife, and the tales of heroes who defied and often triumphed over deities of death. The Past Macabre explores the diverse ways in which cultures throughout history have sought to understand, confront, and transcend death.

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Sunken Cities Part 2: The Ancient Mysteries of Canopus - Ep 23 37:22

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There’s so much info to share about Canopus that it needed a second episode! In this episode, we take a look at some of the myths and deities associated with Canopus as well as earlier finds that have provided us with important details about the city. According to myth, the city began a the site where a Homeric hero met a gruesome end. It grew to become the main trade hub connecting Mediterranean routes to the Nile, a sacred city of several deities, and an internationally famous center of healing. Under the Ptolemies, Canopus became the site of the Mysteries of Osiris, blending Greek and Egyptian rituals of death and rebirth in order to gain sacred knowledge. We’ll explore all we know about this mysterious annual ritual and others that were held here. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/23 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Info on Canopus and Other Underwater Archaeology Projects in Alexandria from Lead Archaeologist Franck Goddio Ancient recipes for cyprinum, a perfume made from henna grown at Canopus Text of Canopus Decree Text of Nicander's Theriaca Works Cited Abdel-Rahman, R. 2018. Recent Underwater Excavations at Thonis-Heracleion and Canopus. Annales Du Service Des Antiquités de l’Égypte (ASAE) 92:233–258. Buraselis, K., M. Stefanou, and D. J. Thompson. 2013. The Ptolemies, the Sea and the Nile . Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Egypt Museum. Canopus & Heracleion: Sunkencities. Fraser, P. M. 1972. Ptolemaic Alexandria . Oxford University Press, Oxford. Goddio, F., and A. Masson-Berghoff. 2016. Sunken Cities: Egypt’s Lost Worlds . Thames & Hudson / British Museum, London. Goddio, Franck. Projects: Sunken Civilizations: Canopus. Lavan, L., and M. Mulryan (editors). 2011. The Archaeology of Late Antique Paganism . Brill, Leiden. MacDonald, W. L., and J. A. Pinto. 1995. Hadrian’s Villa and Its Legacy . Yale University Press, New Haven. Marriner, N., C. Morhange, and C. Flaux. 2017. Geoarchaeology of the Canopic Region: A Reconstruction of the Holocene Palaeo-Landscapes. Méditerranée 128:51–64. PAThs-ERC. East Canopus: Sacri Lapides Aegypti. Sidebotham, S. E. 2011. Berenike and the Ancient Maritime Spice Route . University of California Press, Berkeley. Sidebotham, S. E. 2019. Ports of the Red Sea and the Nile Delta: Trade and Cultural Exchange. In The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy , edited by W. Scheidel. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Sunken Cities Part 1: New Discoveries from the Ancient Egyptian Port, Canopus - Ep 22 34:19

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At the end of August, archaeologists announced extraordinary new finds from the sunken city of Canopus, located off the coast of Alexandria, Egypt. For the first time in 25 years, artifacts were raised from the seabed, including a sphinx inscribed with Ramses II’s name, statues from the Ptolemaic and Roman eras, and shipwreck remains. In this episode, we'll explore both these latest underwater discoveries and geological surveys that are helping researchers understand what caused Canopus to sink, because understanding how people of the past adapted to disasters could help us find solutions for today’s climate-threatened coastal cities. Listen now to learn about the artifacts, myths, and history of Canopus. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/22 Links and References See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Info on Canopus and Other Underwater Archaeology Projects in Alexandria from Lead Archaeologist Franck Goddio Ancient recipes for cyprinum, a perfume made from henna grown at Canopus Text of Canopus Decree Text of Nicander's Theriaca Abdel-Rahman, R. 2018. Recent Underwater Excavations at Thonis-Heracleion and Canopus. Annales Du Service Des Antiquités de l’Égypte (ASAE) 92:233–258. Buraselis, K., M. Stefanou, and D. J. Thompson. 2013. The Ptolemies, the Sea and the Nile . Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. Egypt Museum. Canopus & Heracleion: Sunkencities. Fraser, P. M. 1972. Ptolemaic Alexandria . Oxford University Press, Oxford. Goddio, F., and A. Masson-Berghoff. 2016. Sunken Cities: Egypt’s Lost Worlds . Thames & Hudson / British Museum, London. Goddio, Franck. Projects: Sunken Civilizations: Canopus. Lavan, L., and M. Mulryan (editors). 2011. The Archaeology of Late Antique Paganism . Brill, Leiden. MacDonald, W. L., and J. A. Pinto. 1995. Hadrian’s Villa and Its Legacy . Yale University Press, New Haven. Marriner, N., C. Morhange, and C. Flaux. 2017. Geoarchaeology of the Canopic Region: A Reconstruction of the Holocene Palaeo-Landscapes. Méditerranée 128:51–64. PAThs-ERC. East Canopus: Sacri Lapides Aegypti. Sidebotham, S. E. 2011. Berenike and the Ancient Maritime Spice Route . University of California Press, Berkeley. Sidebotham, S. E. 2019. Ports of the Red Sea and the Nile Delta: Trade and Cultural Exchange. In The Cambridge Companion to the Roman Economy , edited by W. Scheidel. Cambridge University Press, Cambridge. ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The Hungry Ghost Festival: From Ancient China to Modern Celebrations Around the World - Ep 21 46:04

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Many different cultures from China and Southeast Asia honor the dead on the 15th day of the seventh lunar month during the Hungry Ghost Festival, also known as Zhongyuan in Daoism and Yulanpen or Ullambana in Mahayana Buddhism. In this episode, we’ll trace the origins of ancestor worship to ancient Shang Dynasty Oracle Bones, or “Dragon Bones,” which were used to inscribe petitions to ancestral spirits and hold the earliest evidence of Chinese writing. Then we’ll explore how regional variations of those ancient beliefs blended with the Buddhist Ulambana Sutra (or Mulian Rescues His Mother from Hell), Daoist visions of the afterlife, and Confucian teachings on filial responsibility. Over time, these influences eventually gave rise to the Hungry Ghost Festival which has continued to evolve into modern celebrations that weave together ancient traditions and modern lifestyles to honor both personal ancestors and members of the community lost in historical tragedies. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/21 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Learn More About Chinese History with the China History Podcast Los Angeles Hungry Ghost Festival 2025 Video: Taiwan’s “Ghost Grappling” Video: Mulian Saves His Mother Performance at Kiew Lee Tong Temple in Singapore Academic Sources Campany, Robert F. 1991. Ghosts Matter: The Culture of Ghosts in Six Dynasties Zhiguai. Chinese Literature: Essays, Articles, Reviews (CLEAR) 13:15. Chan, Selina Ching. 2023. Unequal Inscriptions of the Hungry Ghosts (Yulan) Festival Celebrations as Intangible Cultural Heritage in Hong Kong. China Perspectives (132):49–59. Deutsch, Lauren W. Chinese Joss Paper Offerings. Liu, Jingyu. 2020. The Unimpeded Passage: The Making of Universal Salvation Rites and Buddho-Daoist Interactions in Medieval China. Shirin, Shakinah. 2021. Past and Present Rituals of Hungry Ghost Festival. Intercultural Communication . Zhao, Yin. Indian Cultural Elements on the Ullambana Festival. ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The Wag Festival: Ancient Egypt's Summertime Celebration for the Dead - Ep 20 45:41

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The Wag Festival is one of the oldest named celebrations in Ancient Egypt, a summertime rite honoring both the death of Osiris and the memory of departed loved ones. Each year, the living gathered to share feasts with the dead with offerings of bread, beer, and beef to sustain them in the afterlife. In this episode, we’ll explore the festival’s connection to the Osiris Myth and uncover its traces in the archaeological record, from tomb reliefs and inscribed stone offering tables to the very first Pyramid Texts in the tomb of Unas. Along the way, you’ll hear about some of the specific foods and offerings that graced these ancient tables. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/20 Links and Sources See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! More information about the Pyramid Texts including a map of the walls of the Pyramid of Unas, resources to study more Pyramid Texts, and a complete translation of the Pyramid Texts Isis and Osiris by Plutarch free English translation Recipe for Eish Baladi (Egyptian pita) Emelʹjanov, Vladimir Vladimirovič (editor). 2021. Temporal Concepts and Perception of Time in the Ancient Orient: Proceedings of the Workshop “Calendar Festivals of the Ancient Orient” Held in St. Petersburg 20th-21th November 2020. St. Petersburg Centre for Oriental Studies Publishers, St. Petersburg. Gautschy, Rita, Michael E Habicht, Francesco M Galassi, Daniela Rutica, Frank J Rühli, and Rainer Hannig. 2017. A New Astronomically Based Chronological Model for the Egyptian Old Kingdom. Journal of Egyptian History. Hafez, Hayam, and Dalia Mohamed. 2025. An Offering Basin of Mr-Sw-Anx No. 519/1234. مجلة کلية الآثار . جامعة القاهرة 18(28):165–200. Kahl, Jochem. 2022. Manuscripts and Monuments: The Ten Contracts of Djefai-Hapi and Economies of Knowledge. Manuscript and Text Cultures (MTC) 1:83–111. Lappin, David F. Illahun Lunar Texts and the Astronomical Dating of the 12th Dynasty. Puchkov, Alexander. 2024. Sothic Dating of the Egyptian Old Kingdom. The World of the Orient 2024. Romanova, Olena. 2014. “Inscriptions from the Tomb of Metjen in the Context of Egyptian (Auto)-Biographies and Social History of the Beginning of IV Dynasty”, in Ukrainsky Istorichny Zbirnyk 2010 (Ukrainian Historical Collection). Vol. 17. Kyiv, 2014 17:6–33. Soleiman, Saleh. 2017. The Inscribed Lintel of Ptahshepses at Saqqara. The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 103(1):103–116. Spalinger A. (2013), "Further Thoughts on the Feast of WAgj", Études et Travaux, T. XXVI, pp. 616-24. ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Murray Cook on Stirling's Archaeology: From the Last of the Free Caledonians to the Scottish Wars of Independence and the World Wars - Ep 19 1:07:33

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Dr. Murray Cook is an archaeologist, author, co-founder and co-director of a field school, and Honorable Research Fellow at Stirling University. His research focuses on the area around Stirling, Scotland and its expansive history. There are Neolithic stone circles, Bronze Age burials, late Iron Age sites that offer a glimpse of life just before the Romans arrived, and artifacts that mark the Roman presence itself. Stirling Castle, built in the 12th century, became the most used royal residence in Scotland for centuries. It is the site where William Wallace defeated the English at the Battle of Stirling Bridge, and where Robert the Bruce claimed victory at the Battle of Bannockburn during the First War of Scottish Independence. The royals of the House of Stewart lived here for generations, including Mary, Queen of Scots. Nearby lie medieval and historic cemeteries with burials of both the famous and the infamous. In this episode, Dr. Cook discusses his research that spans all of Stirling’s history, the benefits of slowing archaeological research down to focus on a single area, the importance of telling the stories of humanity’s shared past, and the vital role of public outreach in securing the future of archaeology. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/19 Links Stirling Archaeology Substack Murray Cook’s Author Bio and Links to Books Rampart Scotland Field School - Open to All! See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The Archaeology of Boudica pt 2: Roman Occupation and Evidence of Her Revolution - Ep 18 48:56

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In the second part of a two-episode series, The Past Macabre continues the story of one of history’s most iconic figures of resistance: Boudica. After decades of uneasy alliances and Roman expansion, the fragile peace in Britain shattered—leading to one of the most famous rebellions the Roman Empire ever faced. In this episode, we'll look at archaeological clues that bring us closer to the truth behind the queen with no known tomb and the rebellion that nearly changed the course of Britain’s history. Explore the evidence of scorched buildings, desecrated temples, and buried Roman treasure hoards that reveal the growing unrest that led to Boudica's Revolt that left cities like Londinium (London) and Camulodunum (Colchester) in ruins. Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! University of Warwick Teaching Resources - Boudica Colchester Archaeological Trust on the treasure hoard found under a department store Free English Translation of The Agricola by Tacitus Free English translation of Roman History by Cassius Dio ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The Archaeology of Boudica pt 1: Late Iron Age Britain and the Iceni - Ep 17 39:28

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In this first of a two-part series, The Past Macabre travels back to Late Iron Age Britain before the Roman conquest to explore the world that shaped one of history’s most famous warrior queens: Boudica. Her story has been told many times for nearly two millennia, but what is the truth behind the Celtic warrior queen who stood against Rome? Uncover the archaeology of her tribe the Iceni, from sacred sites, workshops, and homesteads. We’ll explore the first contacts between Rome and Britain as early as the 2nd century BCE to Caesar’s failed invasion in 54 BCE and the uneasy alliances that turned native leaders into Roman client-kings. Then we'll look at how growing disunity amongst the Celts paved the way for Emperor Claudius' invasion in 43 CE. Learn about the hoards of treasure, settlements, burials, and hillforts found across England and what they can tell us about the world Boudica was born into at a time of rapid social, economic, and political change. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/17 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! University of Warwick Teaching Resources - Boudica East Anglian Archaeology Report on Excavations in Thetford 1980–82 New Discovery of Horse Gear Hoard in North Yorkshire Experimental Archaeology Video: What did Iron Age women wear? ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Claire Lyons on The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Mycenaean Greece - Ep 16 54:56

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This episode is a special preview of the Kingdom of Pylos exhibit at the Getty Villa ahead of the livestream on June 27. Step into the Late Bronze Age with special guest Claire Lyons, curator of antiquities at the Getty. She provides insight on the exhibit, from the collaborative efforts that went into putting it together to details about some of the fascinating Mycenaean artifacts that will be on display. Most of the artifacts on display come from the tomb of the Griffin Warrior, a completely intact burial discovered in 2015 that changed what archaeologists knew about Mycenean Greece. We'll explore the archaeological site where this important discovery was made known as the Palace of Nestor, its role in ancient Pylos, and the legendary King Nestor from Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/16 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Pylos regional Archaeological Project Smithsonian: "This 3,500-Year-Old Greek Tomb Upended What We Thought We Knew About the Roots of Western Civilization" Book - The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Mycenaean Greece Video - Flint Dibble on his experience excavating the tomb of the Griffin Warrior ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Food for the Afterlife - Ep 15 30:50

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In this episode of The Past Macabre , we explore the fascinating world of funerary food—from bread buried with Egyptian pharaohs to tamales sealed in Mayan tombs. Discover how ancient meals, cookware, and food offerings reveal powerful beliefs about the afterlife, social status, and the rituals of mourning. Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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The Kandakes of Kush - Ep 14 36:19

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For centuries, the story of the Nile has been dominated by Egypt but just beyond its borders, another great empire thrived. The Kingdom of Kush, rising in what is now Sudan, was a formidable force that conquered Egypt, commanded vital trade routes, and even stood against the mighty Roman Empire. But what truly set Kush apart was that its queens were warriors, monument builders, and sometimes they even ruled as sovereigns in their own right. In this episode of The Past Macabre , we explore the lives and legacies of the Kandakes, the queens of Kush who wielded power like no other women of their time. These queens led armies into battle, oversaw the construction of vast temples and pyramids, and ensured that Kush flourished as a wealthy and influential empire. Through archaeology and ancient texts, we’ll uncover how they ruled, how they resisted foreign invaders, and how they shaped the destiny of their people. Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Learn More About Meroe from Sankofa Pan African Series Project Africa Playlist - A Collaboration by History YouTubers The Naga Project - Website Dedicated to the Excavations at Naga ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724 Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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New Discoveries From Ancient Egypt - Ep 13 33:24

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For the first time since the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, archaeologists have unearthed the tomb of a pharaoh! It belongs to Thutmose II of Egypt’s powerful 18th Dynasty, who was the husband of Hatshepsut, the woman who ruled on her own as king. But that’s not all, near Hatshepsut’s mortuary temple at Deir el-Bahri, incredible new finds are shedding fresh light on one of Egypt’s most powerful women, and those who came before her. What do these discoveries reveal about the golden age of ancient Egypt? Tune in for the latest on these groundbreaking discoveries! Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/13 Links Theban Mapping Project - Repository of information about the Theban Necropolis See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724 Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Ghosts of Valentine's Past - Ep 12 26:38

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Before Valentine’s Day became a celebration of romance, and even before it was associated with a Roman Catholic saint, this was a time of celebration and feasting in Rome. From February 13th through the 21st, the Romans observed the overlapping festivals of Parentalia, Lupercalia, and Feralia to celebrate fertility, life, and honor the dead so their ghosts wouldn't haunt the living. Join me to compare the mythological and historical versions of St. Valentine and explore these Roman festivals of ancestor worship and their links to older Etruscan traditions. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/12 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724 Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Death Cannot Stop True Love - Ep 11 46:09

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Uncover timeless displays of romantic affection or "true love" that were intended to endure long after death. We'll explore some remarkable examples, starting with the gold foil figures found at pre-Christian sites across Scandinavia that depict both mortal couples and the wedding of the Norse god Freyr to the jötunn Gerd. Then we'll examine a pre-Columbian stone pendant found on the ancestral lands of the Timbisha Shoshone (now known as Death Valley, California) that immortalized one couple's journey together. We'll discover the shared brass memorial over the adjacent graves of Elizabeth Etchingham and Agnes Oxenbridge, two English noblewomen who lived during the Tudor period, and the popular uprising in the previous century that helped pave the way for their public declaration of devotion. We'll visit the Etruscan necropolises once again for examples of masterwork sarcophagi depicting affectionate couples lounging on couches called Klinai or lying in bed and facing one another. After that we'll delve into Ancient Egyptian tomb art and monuments like the tomb of Khnumhotep and Niankhkhnum, two elite men from the 5th dynasty of Ancient Egypt who's tomb art depicts them in ways typically seen in heterosexual couples to show they were married. And we'll learn about the intricate art from the tomb of King Tutankhamun that show him and his wife Ankesenamun in affectionate moments during their brief reign from 1332 – 1323 BCE. Last but not least, we'll explore the monuments Ramses the Great built during his reign in 1279-1213 BCE that display his devotion to his Great Royal Wife Nefertari, like her beautifully decorated tomb in the Valley of Queens or the temple dedicated to her at Abu Simbel. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/11 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724 Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Etruscan Death and Divination: Gods and Goddesses of Death (Part 4) - Ep 10 37:15

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Explore the ancient Etruscan burial practices and deities of the underworld. The Etruscans began rising to power around 900 BCE in Etruria, modern day Tuscany. They dominated the Italian peninsula and became a major political and economic force in the Mediterranean that left a legacy that shaped the region. Etruscan kings ruled over Rome until 509 BCE when an uprising removed the tyrannical monarch and people created the Roman Republic. In this episode, we'll discover the Etruscan view of the journey to the underworld and the important role of horses in carrying the soul and the body to it's eternal destination. Learn about the elaborate celebrations that helped shape some of the most iconic Roman traditions. Uncover the cities for the dead with rock cut tombs shaped like family homes that reflect their emphasis on family connections in life. Then meet the guides, gatekeepers, and guardians of the Etruscan afterlife from the sun god who's dark side rules the underworld to goddesses who protect the deceased, and see how they changed over time as cultural exchange happened across the Mediterranean region. Transcripts For transcripts of this episode head over to: https://archpodnet.com/tpm/10 Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724 Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Chthonic Mysteries of Greece: Gods and Goddesses of Death (Part 3) - Ep 09 54:16

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