Digging Deeper with the Ancients

This episode is a supplemental follow up to Season 4 episode 1 Monks Mound. Going into a little more detail on more of the discovery and the decision on who build these mounds when they were first discovered.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

Have you ever wondered who the first people were from Europe that got to North America? Well spoiler alert, if you thought it was Columbus, you are off by about 400 years. In this episode we take a look back at the history of the Vikings settling in Canada, and we will then try and figure out why they left and what happened to make it so someone else had to "discover" North America.Vikings "Its Only Magic" Season 6 Episode 18 (2020)Assassins' Creed: Pirates (2013)Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings (1999)Forge of Empires (2012)Civilization I- VI (1991-)Marvel Comics Thor #300 (1980)                                   Ghost Rider Vol6 #33 (2009)                                    Marvel Comics Presents #63 (1990)The Minnesota VikingsGTA Vice City (2002)The Settlers IV (2001)Halloween Horror Nights #29 (2019)D&D Vikings Campaign (1992)Carmen Sandiego's Great Chase Through Time (1989)DC's Legends of Tomorrow "Beebo The God Of War" Season 3 Episode 9 (2017)Mass Effect: Andromeda (2017)The Vinland Club (2020)Severed Ways: The Norse Discovery of America (2007)Vikings VG (1998)Doctor Who "A History of Mankind"Star Trek TOS "Space Seed" Season 1 Episode 24 (1967)Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode we go over one of histories greatest conquerors. How not only did he unite Asia, but controlled a large part of the known earth at his time. We find out his accomplishments, and how he has not only influenced pop culture, but how he is still part of the genetics of a large portion of the world as we know. Lets dive deep into Genghis Khan!Madam Tussauds LondonCivilization V (2010)Civilization VI (2016)Temujin (1997)World Heros (1995)Age of Empires II (1999)Genghis Khan: Aoki Okami to Shruki Mejica (1985)Genghis Khan II (1992)Genghis Khan: Aoki Okami to Shruki Mejica IV (1998)Final Fantasy Epic RPG (Warcraft III)Assasins CreedGhost of Tsushima (2020)Forge of Empires (2012)Fallout 76 (2018)Conqueror (Novel Series 2007-2011) Conn IgouldenLegend of the Condor Heros (1957) Jin YongMarvel ComicsDC ComicsDr Seuss "I Had Trouble Getting To Solla Sollew" (1965)Indiana JonesAssasins Creed: The Secret Crusade (2011)Alone in the Dark: Life is a Hideous Thing (2001)Bill & Teds Excellent Adventure (1989)The Conqueror (1956)Crimson Wolf (1993)An End To Killing (2013)Genghis Khan (1950, 1965, 1998, 2918)Genghis Khan: To the Ends of the Earth and Sea (2007)The Golden Horde (1951)Hercules Against The Barbarians (1964)Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019)Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan (2007)The Mongols (1961)No Right To Die: Chinggis Khan (2008)U.F.O. (1993)Shanghai Knights (2003)The Shadow (1994)The Mask of Fu Manchu (1932)Close to Eden (1991)By The Will of Genghis Khan (2009)Thanks you Mr Moto (1937)Genghis Khan (2004, 2012, 1987)Legend of Kublai Khan (2013)Legend of the Condor Heros (1976, 1983, 1988, 1994, 2003, 2008, 2017)South Park "Mr Hankey's Christmas Classic" Season 3 Episode 46 (1999)Once Upon a Time: The Explorers (1997)The Golden Horde (2018)Mendirman Ja Lo lidden (2021)Star Trek: The Original Series "The Savage Curtain" Season 3 Episode 22 (1996)                                                            "What Little Girls Are Made Of" Season 1 Episode 9 (1963)The Flash "Legends Of Today" Season 2 Episode 8 (2015)Legends of Tomorrow  7 Episodes (2018-2020)_Clone High 7 Episodes (2002-2003)Duck Tales "Lost Crown of Genghis Khan" Season 1 Episode 14 (1987)Monty Pythons Flying Circus "Whither Canada" Series 1 Episode 1 (1969)Legends of the Hidden Temple "The Helmet of Genghis Kahn" Season 1 Episode 9 (1993)Doctor Who "Marco Polo" Series 1 Serial 4 (1964)Dschinghis Khan by Dschinghis Khan (1979)Genghis Khan by Mike Snow (2016)Genghis Khan by Iron Maiden (1981)Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode we go back to North America to learn about one of the largest man made ancient mounds north of Mexico. Why was it built? Who built it? When was it built? We look at all these questions and then we see what kind of influence it has had on modern popular culture.Civilization 4, 5 &6Here be Monsters (2014)Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018)DC Comics Detective Comics Vol1 615 (1990)DC Comics Effigy (2015)Wolfpack (2019)Sam & MaxStranger Things Season 1 Episode 1 (2016)West Wing Season 3 Episode 8 (2001)Remember the Titans (2000)Etowah Ridge (TBA)Shamans Mark (TBA)The MothmanEmail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this best of, we talk about our most popular episode. Comparing what the Marvel Cinematic Universe got right and where they made up stuff in comparison to the actual Norse Mythology, also we see how the Norse have influenced a lot of popular culture. If you can think of any other comparison you would like us to do, please contact us through any of the listed ways below.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode, we take a look back at season 1 and head back to Easter Island to once again learn about the Moai.The tale of Easter Island is nowhere near as old as you think it is. Is this a tale of of self destruction or a tale of genocide. Lets find out and see how the Moai have influenced current popular culture.All pop culture references can be found athttp://moaiculture.com/popculture.htmlEmail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

Due to some unfortunate timing of illness and losing ones voice,  we were not able to record a new episode this week. We will get ne out soon, so sit back and enjoy this re release of last years Holiday Special.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode we look at one of the most mysterious ancient artifacts ever discovered. Often described as the worlds first computer, we dive into when it was made, who made it, and why was it made. We also find out what discoveries have been made about this mechanism as recently as September of 2022. Then we find out what pop culture references there is and how much untapped potential there is.Question of the week: What other extraordinary artifacts would you like us to look into?The Algorithm: Trojans (2012)Beat Bizarre (2020)BT (2006)Fractal Architect and Dan Baber (2017)Google Doodle (May 17th, 2017)Indiana Jones and the Antikythera Mechanism (2008)Immortals: Fenyx Rising (2020)The 39 Clues by Rick Riordan (2008)Assasins Creed II (2009)Assasins Creed: Black Flag (2013)God of War: Ascension (2013)Stonehenge Apocalypse (2010)Class of the Titans "The Antikythera Mechanism" Season 1 Episode 7 (2007)Soul Hackers 2 (2022)The Room (2012) Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode we travel to China to visit what some think is the only man made structure that can be seen from space, spoiler alert, its not. We look at the extremely long history of the Great Wall of China, who built it, why was it built, did it work? We then see how much of an influence it has made on modern popular culture.Civilization (1991- )Battlefield 2:Euro Force (2006)Age of Empires II HD:The Forgotten (2013)Age of Mythology: The Tale of the Dragon (2016)Plants vs Zombies: Great Wall Edition (2012)Temple Run 2 (China edition) (2012)The Simpsons: Tapped Out (2017)Asphalt 8: Airborne (2014)Tekken 2 (1995)8 Realms (1999)Titan Quest (2006)Tomb Raider 2 (1997)Disney Speedstorm (2022)Angry Birds (2009)The Simpsons: Bart vs The World (1991)Double Dragon III : The Sacred Stones (1990)Batman: The Brave and the Bold S1E26 (2009)D.C.'s Legends of Tomorrow S3E9 (2017)Smallville  S9E22 (2010)Justice League Unlimited S3E13 (2006)Justice League S2E25 (2004)Superman S1E3 E7 (1988)Supergirl S6E20 (2021)The Flash S4E12 (2018)The Death of Superman (2018)Lego Aquaman : Rage of Atlantis (2018)Superman IV: The Quest for Peace (1987)Justice League: Star-crossed (2004)Justice League Dark: Apokolips War (2020)Eternals (2021)Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007)Marvels Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.  S6E19 (2018)Sasoke 18 (2007)Futurama S3E3 (2000)Dora The Explorer S4E14 (2006)Bill and Teds Excellent Adventures S1E1 (1990)Murdoch Mysteries S3E2 (2010)The Amazing Race S1E12 (2001) S10 E1&2 (2006)The Love Boat S7E2 (1983)An Idiot Abroad S1E1 (2010)Magnum P.I. S2E1 (2019)Amazing Race: Australia S2E11 (2012)Johnny Bravo S3E11 (2001)Transformers: Robots in Disguise S1E12 (2001)Doctor Who S1S4 (1964) s13e5 (2021) Star Trek: Voyager S5E23 (1999)Doctor Who "Childhood Living" (1979)Doctor Who "Rose" (2005)The Great Wall (2017)The Bucket List (2007)M. Butterfly (1993)Tanguy (2001)Legend of the Drunken Tiger (1990)Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)Transformers: Rise of Extinction (2014)Mulan (1998)The Karate Kid (2010)The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008)Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (2009)The Fall (2006)The Sorcerers Apprentice (2010)Hero (2002)Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life (2003)Around the World in 80 Days (2004)Genghis Khan (1965)Overlord (Light Novel Series) (2010)Year of the Tiger (2008)Last Survivor of the Great Wall (2017)Empire of the Dragon (2018)The Wiggles: Top of the Tots (2004)Bob Hope: On The Road To China (1979)The Great Wall Concert (2005)Magic of David Copperfield: China (1986)The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Journey to Radiance (2000)Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

On the Disney+ show Moon Knight we learn about the MCUs version of Egyptian Mythology. What did they get right? What did they get wrong? What other pop culture has used Egyptian mythology? Sit back and take a ride with us as we discuss this interesting topic.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwithteancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodMoon Knight (2022- )The Simpsons "Treehouse of Horror XV"  Season 16 Episode 1 (2004)Grimm "Once We Were Gods" Season 3 Episode 15 (2004)Stargate Universe (2009-2011)Supernatural "Defending Your Life" Season 7 Episode 4 (2011)                               "Byzantium" Season 14 Episode 8 (2018)Smallville "Isis" Season 10 Episode 5 (2010)Firefly (2002-2003)Buffy The Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)LOST (2004-2010)Power Rangers Jungle Fury(2008)"The Matrix Reloaded" (2003)Smite (2014)Spelunky 2 (2020)Assassin's Creed Origins (2017)GTAV (2013)Age of Empires (1997-)HALO (2001-)Destiny 2 (2017)Star Trek Online (2010)One Piece : Ship of Fools  (2006)One Piece (1997-)Yu-Gi-Oh "Duel 13" Megami Tensei (1987-)DC "Black Adam" (1945-)Kane Chronicles by Riordan          "The Red Pyramid"           "Brooklyn House Magitians Manual"           "Race to the Sun"           "Throne of Fire""Pillar of Cloud, Pillar of Fire" by Harry Turtledove Doctor Who (1963-)Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this episode we go back to the very beginnings of Halloween, before it was even called Halloween. Samhain is where this modern tradition started, but who did it? Why? What was the meaning behind it? How did we get to the point where we started asking for candy? How much pop culture has been influenced by this event? Spoiler, way too much to mention. Come with us as we dig deep into the history ofHalloween.Coco (2017)V for Vandetta (2005)The Simpsons (1989- )Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)Livid (2011)10/31 Part 2 (2019)Halloween Hellnight (2018)Goblin (2010)Pumpkin Man (1998)You are not my Mother AKA: Samhain (2021)Samhain (2022)Samhain : A Halloween Horror Movie (2018)Trick r Treat (2007)Hocus Pocus (1993) 2 (2022)ET: The Extra Terrestrial (1982)Donnie Darko (2001)The Exorcist (1973)Scary Movie (2000)Zodiac (2007)Karate Kid (1984)Addams Family (1993)Terrifier (2016) 2 (2022)The Crow (1994)Fear Street (1994 & 2021)Batman Forever (1995)The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)Monster House (2006)Thirteen Ghosts (2001)Hubie halloween (2020)Hellboy (2004)TMNT : Out of the Shadows (2016)Motherland: Fort Salem "Briannas Favorite Pencil" S2 E5 (2021)Ooutlander "Sassenach" S1 E1 2014Tales From The Darkside "The Cutty Black Sun" S4 E 14 (1988)The Resident "The Thinnest Veil" S5 E5 (2021)Samhain TV Series (2019)North Core "Samhain" (2015)Little Witch Acedemia "Samhain Magic" S1 E13 (2017)Zahara : The Return "The Night Of Samhain" S1 E 4 (2020)Horror Haiku "The Night of Samhain" S3 E 9 (2013)Supernatural (2008)The Real Ghostbusters (1986-1991)Extreme Ghostbusters (1997)Salem (2014-2017)Merlin "The Darkest Hour" S4 E1&2 (2011)Star Trek:TOS "Cats Paw" S2 E1 (1967)Star Trek: The Next Generation "The Big Goodbye" S1 E12 (1988)Star Trek Lower Decks "Chrisis Point" S1 E9 (2020)Doctor Who (1963- )DC ComicsMarvel ComicsCharmed Novel "Season of the Witch Vol 1" (2003)Animal Crossing : New Horizons (2020)Fallout (2007)Kingdom Hearts (2002)Pokemon Go (2016)GTA V (2013)Fortnight (2017)Apex Legends (2019)Batman: Arkham Knight (2015)QOTW: What is your favourite Halloween episode/movie/tv show/ song/game/event?Let us know your answer, and have a safe and spooky HalloweenEmail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by audionautix.comDont forget to like, review and share. Help us to keep growing

In this weeks episode we take a look at the oldest found description and sculpture of a dragon. Who were the people who made it? Why was it made? What happened to the people? What kind of cultural significancxe does it continue to play in real life and in popular culture? Come with us as we journey to ancient China and take a look at the Jade Dragon.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEvery Dragon Mobile game everFairy TaleFenarSkyrim (2011)Arrested Development Season 4 (2013)Legends of the 5 RingsMarvel ComicsFarmville (2009)Arrow "Dead to Rights" Season 1 Episode 16 (2013)DC Universe Online (2011)Assasin's Creed: Syndicate (2015)Lego Indiana Jones: The Origional Adventures (2008)Lara Croft: Rise of the Tomb Raider Bloodties DLC (2015)Tomb Raider II (1997)Scooby Doo "The Dragons Secret" Season 1 Episode 18 (2011)Thundercats Episode 108 (1988)Jade Dragon (2017)Mr & Mrs North "Jade Dragon" Season 1 Episode 26 (1953)Game of Thrones, A Song of Ice & Fire, House of the Dragon by George R. R. MartinMusic by audionautix.com

In this weeks episode we dig into the history of why this artifact was built and what it was used for. We also find out where it is today. Then we take a look at what kind of pop culture referances there might be. Be sure to contact us with any questions about any of our episodes.Email:diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodSimpsons "Blood Feud" Season 2 Episode 22 (1991)Star Trek : The Animated Series "How Sharper Than  Serphants Tooth" Season 2 Episode 5 (1974)Civilization VI (2016)Black Panther : Wakanda Forever (2022)Doctor Who "The Aztecs" Season 1 Serial 6 (1964)Indiana Jones and His Desktop Adventures (1996)Red Dead Redeption (2010)Age Of Empires III (2005)Ghostbusters : Afterlife (2021)Scooby Doo "The Fiesta Host Is An Aztec Ghost" Episode 102 (1976)

Almost everyone has heard of the Dead Sea scrolls, but what are they? Who wrote them? Why were they hidden? In this weeks episodes we look into these writings and explore the theories behind these scripts.  You can contact us at the following placesemail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook:  @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodPink Panter: Hokus Pokus Pink (1998)Inspector Lewis "Allegory of Love" Season 3 Episode 1 (2009)Kolchak: The Night Stalker "Demon in Lace" (1975) Season 1 Episode 16Bewitched "Samantha, The Sculptress" (1969) Season 5 Episode 19CSI: Crime Scene Investigation "The Case of the Cross Dressing Carp" (2007) Season 8 Episode 4Lodge 49 "The Solumn Duty of the Squire" (2018) Season 1 Episode 7Neon Genesis Evangelion (1995-1996)The Davinci Code (2006)The Simpsons "War and Priests Part 2" ( 2020) Season 31 Episode 20Star Trek: Discovery "An Obal for Charon" (2019) Season 2 Episode 4Star Trek: Voyager "Barge of the Dead" (1999) Season 6 Episode 3Doctor Who : Book"Eye of Heavan"                             : Audio "The Library of Alexandria"Leon Levy Dead Sea Scrolls Library https://www.academia.edu/49501624/The_Leon_Levy_Dead_Sea_Scrolls_Digital_LibraryMusic by audionautix.com

You may have heard of the Rosetta Stone, but how much of its history do you know? When was it made? Who made it? Who found it? Who deciphered it? What does Napoleon have to do with it? Find all of this out and more on this weeks episode and then we will see how this ancient artifact has influenced todays pop culture.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwithteancientsMusic by audionautix.comThe Simpsons "Warrin' Priests" Season 31 Episode 20 (2020)Smallville "Rosetta" Season 2 Episode 17 (2003)Elementary "All in the Family" Season 2 Episode 13 (2014)Bobs Burgers "Ferry On My Wayward Bob and Linda" Season 12 Episode 12 (2022)                                "UFO No You Didn't" Season 9 Episode 9 (2018)Agents of Shield "Out of the Past" Season 7 Episode 4 (2020)Seal Team "Outside the Wire" Season 2 Episode 7 (2018)The Chronicle "Pilot" Season 1 Episode 1 (2001)Bones "The Warrior in the Wuss" Season 7 Episode 14 (2012)The Mysteries of Laura "The Mystery of the Popped Pugelist" Season 1 Episode 14 (2015)Star Trek: The Next Generation "Contagion" Season 2 Episode 11 (1989)Star Trek; Discovery "Rosetta" Season 4 Episode 11 (2022)Double Dragon III:The Rosetta Stone (1990)Nancy Drew: The Tomb of the Lost Queen" (2012)Teknolust (2002)Broken Trail (2005)Tremors: A Cold Day in Hell (2018)Doctor Who - Prose "Set Piece", "The Stone Rose"                             - Audio "The Library of Alexandria", "The Rings of Ikidia"Rosetta Stone - BandDrake- "You Too" (2014)Weezer- "DaVinci" (2014)Cheech & Chong- "Sister Mary Elephant" (1991)Lil Wayne - "Bank Account" (2017)Chris Brown - "I'm So Raw" (2010)Spin Doctors - "Rosetta Stone" (1991)Anthrax - "Hog Tied" (1998)Garfunkle and Oates - "Handjob, Blandjob, I Don't Understand Job" (2012)

In this weeks episode we head back to ancient Japan. The Jomon period started around 14500 BC. We will look at what evidence there is of them, what they did to grow as a society, and what the differences are between them and others of around the same time. We will also see what kind of influence they continue to still have in our current popular culture.I apologize for the audio I could not get rid of the clicking.We will be taking a short hiatus for the summer to refresh our batteries, and get ahead on a few episodes, we will be back at the beginning of September.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsLegend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (2017)Japanology Plus "The Jomon Period: The Sannai Maruyama Site" Season 4 Episode 27 (2022)                                      "The Jomon Period: Dogu" Season 4 Episode 28 (2022)Pokemon (1996)Digemon (1997)Megami Tensei (1987)The Tokusatsu-The Ancient (2009)Yu-Gi-Oh! (2005)Power Rangers: Battle Fever J Episode 6 "Launch at the Multipurpose Battleship" (1979)Power Rangers: Kousoku Sentai Turboranger Episodes 14 and 35 (1989)Fantasy Life (2012)Okami (2006)Battle Cats (2022)Bomberman ZX Advent (2007)Roleplay Grid (2014)Animal Crossing New Horizons (2020)

In this weeks episode we travel to eastern Africa to learn about the Kingdom of Aksum. Who were they, what legends surround them and what has happened to this civilization? Also what kind of popular culture has been influenced by them? Come with us and find out what we learned about these people.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @ diggingdeeppodAmerican Gods (2017-2021)Star Trek "Requiem for Methuselah" Season 3 Episode 21 (1969)Supernatural "The Vessel" Season 11 Episode 14 (2016)                               "The Scorpion and the Frog" Season 13 Episode 8 (2017)The Simpsons "Homer the Great" Season 6 Episode 12 (1995)                                "Simpsons Bible Stories" Season 10 Episode 18 (1999)                                "The Food Wife" Season 23 Episode 5 (2011)Solomon & Sheba (1959, 1995)Axum (2005)Solomon (1997)La Reine De Saba (1913)The Queen of Sheba (1921, 1952)King Solomon of Broadway (1935)Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)Roblox- Rise of Nations (2018)The Simpsons Tapped Out (2012)Civilization VI (2016)Total War Atilla (2015)Belisarius Series by Eric Flint (1998-2006)The Lion Hunters: Arthurian/Aksumite Cycle (2003-2008)Music by audionatix.com    Composed by Jason Shaw

In our conclusion to our series on Ancient Rome, we finish up the Empire by talking about who the Emperors were and what they were known for. We also continue our analyzing of the Simpsons season 32 episode where they make a ton of references to this time period. Then we take another dive into the vast amount of popular culture tie ins that have occurred because of this era.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comTwitter: @diggingdeeppodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMovies and TV set in Ancient Rome: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_films_set_in_ancient_Rome

In this episode, we take the first step into learning more about the Roman Empire. We had to split this episode into 2 parts as there is more information to keep it to just one. We take a look at what the changes were between the Republic and the Empire, and try to see what everyday life was like. We then take a little bit of pop culture and see where things might have been not quite as faithful as we might have thought.Caligula (1979)The Life of Brian (1979)A Funny Thing Happened On the Way To The Forum (1966)The Arena (1974) History of the World: Part 1 (1981)Horrible Histories: The Movie- Rotten Romans (2019)All fiction for ancient Rome from the Kingdom through the Empire https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiction_set_in_ancient_RomeAge of Empires (1997)Civilization 6 (2016)The Forgotten City (2021)Spartan: Total Warrior (2005)Colosseum: Road to Freedom (2005)Gladiator Begins (2010)Age of Decadence (2015)Shadow of Rome (2005)Ryse: Son of Rome (2013)Doctor Who      "The Romans" Season 2 Serial 4 (1965)     "The Fires of Pompeii" Series 4 Episode 2 (2008)     "The Pandorica Opens" Series 5 Episode 12 (2010)     "The Big Bang" Series 5 Episode 13 (2010)     "The Eaters of Light" Series 10 Episode 10 (2017)Star Trek     The Original Series "Bread and Circuses" Season 2 Episode 14 (1968)                                                 "Requiem for Methuselah" Season 3 Episode 21 (1969)     The Next Generation "Best of Both Worlds" Season 3 Episode 26 (1990)                                                      "The Chase" Season 6 Episode 20 (1993)     Deep Space 9 "Improbable Cause" Season 3 Episode 20 (1995)The Simpsons "I, Carumbus" Season 32 Episode 2 (2020)Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwithtehancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodMusic by Audionautix.com 

Part 2 of our series on Ancient Rome brings us to the Republic from 509-27 BC. Here we learn what happened after the fall of the Kingdom and before the Rise of the Empire. We hear about important historical figures such as Hannibal, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, and then we learn what was used in their stories to influence popular culture.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodHero Of Rome (1964)Coriolanus: Hero Without a Country (1964)Brenus, Enemy of Rome (1963)Scipio Afrikanus: The Defeat of Hannibal (1937)Jupiters Darling (1955)Hannibal (1959, 2006)Scipio The African (1971)The Centurion (1961)Spartak (1926)Spartaco (1953)Spartacus (1960, 2004)Spartacus: Blood and Sand (2010)                       : Gods of the Arena (2011)                       : Vengeance (2012)                       : War of the Damned (2013)Ancient Rome: The Rise and Fall of an Empire 2006                Episode 1 "Caesar"                Episode 4 "Revolution"Gaius Julius Caesar (1914)Caesar Against The Pirates (1962)Caesar the Conqueror (1962)The Giants of Rome (1964)Julius Caesar (1950, 1953, 1970, 2002)Druids (2001)Empire (2005)Roman Empire: Reign of Blood (2018)Antony and Cleopatra (1908, 1972, 1974, 1981)Cleopatra (1917, 1928, 1934, 1963, 1999, 2007)Caesar and Cleopatra (1945)Serpent of the Nile (1953)A Queen for Caesar (1962)Cary on Cleo (1964)Asterix and Cleopatra (1968)The Cleopatras (1983)Asterix and Obliex: Mission Cleopatra (2002)Asterix at the Olympic Games (2008)Asterix and Obliex Vs Caesar (1999)Asterix and Obliex: God Save Britannia (2012)The Centurion (1961)Carmen Sandiegos Great Chase Through Time (1999)Age of Empires : Definitive Edition (2018)Civilization VI (2016)The Forgotten City (2021)Asterix Sega (1991)Spartan Total Warrior (2005)Grand Aces: Rome (2009)Centurion: Defender of Rome (1990)Assasins Creed: Origins (2017)Music by audionautix.comComposer Jason Shaw

'In this episode we look back at the origins of Rome, what are the stories and legends of the beginning? What kind of evidence there is to support these stories? Why did this period end? What kind of popular culture has been influenced from this time period? Stay listen and let us know what you think.Email:diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: @diggingdeeppodMusic by audionautix.comStar Trek: Enterprise "Babel One"  2005                                                "United"                                                 "The Aenar"Star Trek: Deep Space 9 "Inter Armana Enim Silent Leges" 1999Star Trek: The next Generation "The Defector" 1990                                                                       "Unification Parts 1&2" 1991Star Trek" Lower Decks "Veritas" 2020"Star Trek: Nemesis" 2002"Star Trek" 2009"Star Trek V: The Final Frontier""Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country"Star Trek: Picard- Entire seriesStar Trek: Online 2010Borg War 2006Star Trek: Hidden Evil 1999Star Trek: Armada II 2001Star Trek: Starfleet Command III 2002Star Trek: Away Team 2001Star Trek: New Worlds 1999Star Trek: Tactical Assault 2006Star Trek: Continues "To Boldly Go Parts 1&2""Romoleo e Romo" 1961"The First King: Birth of an Empire" 2019"Romulus" 2020"The Wild Child" 1971"Mowgli: The Legend of the Jungle" 2018"Jungle Book" 1967, 2016"Tarzan" 1999, 2013"Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan" 1984"Legend of Tarzan" 2016"George of the Jungle" 1997Raised by Wolves 2020"Jumanji" 1995"Princess Mononoke" 1997"Batman Returns" 1992"Troy" 2004"Alexander" 2004"Troy: Fall of a City" 2018"Mr Peabody & Sherman" 2014"The Legend of Awsomus Maximus" 2011"Odissia" 1968"The Trojan Women" 1971"The Avenger" 1962"Fury of Achilles" 1962"Magikos Kathreftis" 2016"Hercules and the Princess of Troy" 1965"Broken Circle" 2022"Helen of Troy" 1924"The Hunt for Troy" 2007Xena: Warrior Princess "Beware Greeks Bearing Gifts" 1996

Have you ever wondered when the first people ever came to the Americas? Who were they? Where did they come from? What evidence do we have? What happened to them? Why did they go there? What kind of modern pop culture references might there be? Come find out on this weeks podcastEmail diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsFacebook @diggingdeeperwithteancientsTwitter @DiggingDeepPodIce Age moviesNight At The Museum movies10000 BC (2008)Brother Bear (2003)Quest For Fire (1981)Cro (1993-1994) Transformers: Dinobot Island Parts 1 and 2 (1985)Black Robe (1991)Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2001)

Come with us to Southeastern Asia as we take a look back at the Khmer Empire and the Angkor Wat Temple. Find out its history, why it was made and why it was forgotten about for hundreds of years. Then find out how it has influenced modern pop culture and see what movies, comics and games have this area as a backdrop.Email: diggingdeeperwithteancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsTwitter: DiggingDeepPodFacebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsLara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001)Apocalypse Now (1979)Transformers; Dark of the Moon (2011)In The Mood For Love (2000)Lord Jim (1965)Revolt of the Zombies (1936)Mistress of the World (1960)Angkor (1935)Asian Treasure (2020)Lovesick (2005)Butterfly Man (2002)Twilight (1969)Aladdin 3477 III (2027)?Angkor "Angkor Wat", "Gems of the Jungle", "Immortal City" (2020)The Amazing Race "Do It Like a Madman" (2008)Kill Arman "Kambodzha" (2009)Doctor Who comic "The Sword of Kali"Star Trek DS9 "Family Business" S3 E23Civilization V, VI PCTomb Raider: The Last Revelation (1999) PS1Tekken (1994) PS1Illusion of Gaia (1993) SNESPang(1989) PC, PS1, SNESEternal Darkness (2002) N64Tetris Plus (1996) GB, SS, PS1

In this episode we finally take a look at the Seventh wonder of the world the Great Pyramid of Giza and talk about its theories of construction, who constructed it and why. We also talk about the entire Giza plateau and even go into some of the history of the Great Sphynx and the other two Pyramids. Then you can find out how much this area has influenced modern popular culture.Stargate (1994)The Mummy (1999)The Mummy Returns (2001)10000 BC (2008)Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)Transformers: The Last Knight (2017)Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)The Spy Who Loved Me (1977)The Fifth Element (1997)X-Men: Apocalypse (2016)G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra (2009)Animaniacs "Home on De-Nile"Moon Knight (2022- )Loki (2021-)Star Trek: Enterprise "Cold Front" Star Trek TOS "City on the Edge of Forever"Star Trek: Discovery "People of Earth"Doctor Who "The Daleks Master Plan" Season 3 Serial 4                             "The Wedding of River Song" Series 6 Episode 13                              "Dark Water" Series 8 Episode 11Video Games:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Video_games_set_in_EgyptMarvel Comics:https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Pyramids_of_Giza/AppearancesDC Comics:https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Pyramid_of_Giza/Appearances

How did these Seven locations become the Ancient Wonders of the world and who chose them? Where are they now? What happened to them? How did they influence modern pop culture? We find out all of that in this episode."The Colossus of Rhodes" (1961)"Hercules" (1997)"Alexander" (2004)"Cleopatra" (1963)"Eternals" (2021)Loki (Disney+) (2021)Ducktales "Home Sweet Homer" (1987)"Slaves of Babylon" (1953)Gladiators (Animated show) (2009)Montana Jones "The Artimis Temple" (1995)"Seven Wonders of the World" (1956)"Enigmas of the Ancient World" (2019)"Matrix" (2009)"Lord of the Rings" The Fellowship of the Ring" (2001)Doctor Who "Wedding of River Song" Series 6 Episode 13                              " Logopolis" Season 18 Serial 7                    Comic: "Minus Seven Wonders"                     Short Story: "The Eighth Wonder of the World"                                                  "The Book of Shadows"                                                  "The Rubys Curse"Star Trek: Voyager "11:59" (1999)"Civilization 1-6" (1991-  )"Pharaoh: Cleopatra" (2000)"Children of the Nile" (2004)"Total War: Rome II" (2013)"Assassins' Creed Origins" (2017)"Simcity 3000" (1999)"Forge of Empires" (2013)"Humankind" (2021)"Crusader Kings" (2012)"Imperiator: Rome" (2019)"God of War II" (2007)"Assassins' Creed Odyssey" (2018)7 Wonders Board Game"A Song of Ice and Fire" George R R Martin (1996)"The New Colossus" Emma Lazarus (1883)

Come with us and discover the ancient beginnings of Groundhogs Day and see what kind of Pop culture references have for all of the celebrations.Groundhogs Day 1993Before I Fall 2017Every DayRussian Doll 2019Palm Springs 2020Doctor Who "Eve of the Daleks" 2022Edge of Tomorrow 2014ARQ 2016Buffy the Vampire Slayer "Life Serial" 2001Star Trek: The Next Generation "Cause and Effect" 1992Angel "Time Bomb" 2004Charmed "Deja Vu All Over Again" 1999X-Files "Monday" 1999Day Break 2006-2007Westworld 2016-A Groundhog Day Story 2017Day of the Groundhog 2004"Groundhog Day" - Em Beihold 2021"Groundhog Day" - Mayday ft Cee Lo GreenRun Lola Run 199850 First Dates 2004Primer 2004Source Code 2011Naked 2017Happy Death Day 2017Happy Death Day 2U 2019See You Yesterday 2019Superstore 2018The O.C. 2007Lost Girl 2013What I Like About You 2005Shawn The Sheep 2014Ace Ventura: Pet Detective 1996New Teen Titans 2012Max and Ruby 2013Simons Particular Portions 2020Daily Planet 2013Groundhog Day: Like Father Like Son 2019Lee Martins The Midnight Hour "Flesh Eaters Of Candlemas Eve" 2012Songs of Praise "Candlemas" 2009, 2019Swedish Metal Band 'Candlemass'"Februilia" Miffrino 2019

In this episode we discuss the ancient celebrations that take place around the Winter solstice, specifically in the northern hemisphere. We also take a look at the more modern celebrations and how they were influenced by the things done in ancient times. As always we also check out what pop culture was influenced by this time of year.Music by audionautix.com composed by Jason ShawEmail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients

Supergiant Games "Hades" is quite popular right now, lets find out how close it gets to the actual Greek mythology and see where they got it right, and where they were just making it up.  Also we go and talk about other places where Zagreus and Hades pop up in pop culture.Doctor Who Big Finish Productions "Zagreus" 2003"Percy Jackson and the Olympians" 2010"Clash of the Titans" 2010"Wrath of the Titans" 2012"Hercules" 1997Hercules the Legendary JourneysZena Warrior PrincessOnce Upon A TimeVixx"Hadestown" 2006God Of WarKingdom HeartsAge of MythologyAge of Empires: MythologiesKid Icarus: UprisingPersona ZSmiteHorizon: Zero DawnAssassins' Creed Odyssey: Fate of AtlantisFinal Fantasy 14: ShadowbringersRayman LegendsPercy Jackson and the Olympians book Rick RiordanHades by Mathew ReileyHigh School DXD (Manga)God of War (Comic series)DC Wonder Woman (Comic)Fairy Tale (Manga)Gerihopilus Hades (Snake)Music by Jason Shaw at audionautix.com

Taking a look at the monolithic stones on the Salisbury Plains in England also known as Stonehenge, lets see if we can find out what it was made for, who made it and when it was made. Also, there is a lot of popular culture influenced by this amazing monument.Movies:Halloween 3:Season of the WitchThor: The Dark WorldTransformers: The Last KnightKing Author(2004)Ice Age(2002)This is Spinal TapNational Lampoons European VacationShanghai KnightsMuppets From SpaceHelp! (Beatles movie)Eddie Izzard: Dressed To KillTV:1986 Twilight Zone2004 Star Trek: Enterprise2019 Pennyworth2012 Phineas & Ferb2019 DC's Legends of Tomorrow1987 Ducktails2010 Doctor Who1983 Inspector Gadget1985 13 Ghosts of Scooby DooSharknado 5: Global SwarmingStonehenge Apocalypse 1988 Merlin1979 Quartermass Games:Assassins' Creed: ValhallaTrials EvolutionSonic and the Black KnightGuitar Hero 2Atlantis the Lost TalesE.T. No More Mr Nice AlienStunt IslandTop GearTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles World Tour

The tale of Easter Island is nowhere near as old as you think it is. Is this a tale of of self destruction or a tale of genocide. Lets find out and see how the Moai have influenced current popular culture.Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsMusic by Jason Shaw at audionautix.comAll pop culture references can be found athttp://moaiculture.com/popculture.html

When a myth starts an architectural dig to find out if the myth  had any truth. Find out about the culture with the first written language. Then find out how it influenced pop culture.Pop Culture references:  Book: Dante's Inferno, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Art:  Picasso, TV: Doctor Who "The Time Monster" and "The God Complex",  The Librarians "And The Horns Of A Dilemma", Gargoyles "The New Olympians", South Park "Imaginationland Episode III", Aladdin TV series, Dark, Games: Dungeons and Dragons, Assassins' Creed: Odyssey, Hades, Castlevania, Age Of Mythology, Minecraft "Twilight Forest" Movies: Room 237, Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger, Hercules and the Maze of the Minotaur, Minotaur, Sinbad and the Minotaur, Wonder Woman: BloodlinesCheck out our Instagram @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail us Questions or comments at diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comMusic by Jason Shaw on audionautix.com

Comparing what the Marvel Cinematic Universe got right and where they made up stuff in comparison to the actual Norse Mythology, also we see how the Norse have influenced a lot of popular culture.Check out our Instagram @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail us Questions or comments at diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comMusic by audionautix.com

Come and learn about the ancient Mesoamerican culture known as the Olmec and see how even today they influence pop culture.Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail us with questions or podcast ideas: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comMusic by audionautix.com

Learn more of the history behind the Terracotta Army and see how pop culture may not have gotten all the facts right.Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail us with questions or podcast ideas: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comMusic by audionautix.com                      epidemicsound.com

In this episode we look into the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD and see if there is more to it than what is commonly known.Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail us with questions: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.comMusic by audionautix.com

Just a basic idea of what this podcast will be about. Giving you expectations and setting up what you can expect.Music by Jason Shaw on  audionautix.comInstagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancientsEmail: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com