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Former ambassador and Havel biographer Michael Žantovský on Czechia's response to today's challenges, Czech Academy of Sciences unveils series of unique archaeological finds, new guide to Prague 

Archaeological finds show evidence of farming long before evolutionary timelines allow. Grindstones and grains found in supposedly ancient sites support the Bible's record. The Bible's account of early intelligent humans is reliable and affirmed by science. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1232/29

Senior Archaeologist with Archaeological Consultancy Services Unit, Ian Russell, joins Joe to discuss some interesting finds during an excavation at King's Island, Limerick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our third episode of Season 2: The History of Scotland, we talk about the different archaeological ages in Scotland: the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age, and what defined these ages. If you'd like the typed notes for this episode, join our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/c/lifeinscotland We also have bonus episodes available on our Patreon.

Dan Richards is an independent researcher whose YouTube channel, "DeDunking the Past," examines lost civilizations and alternative history. www.youtube.com/@DeDunkingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.

Die Themen in den Wissensnachrichten: +++ Invasive Arten richten weltweit jährlich Milliardenschäden an +++ Ruinen von rätselhaftem Volk in den Anden entdeckt +++ Magma aus der Tiefe treibt Ostafrika auseinander +++**********Weiterführende Quellen zu dieser Folge:Using species ranges and macroeconomic data to fill the gap in costs of biological invasions, Nature Ecology and Evolution, 26.05.2025Discovery of Over 100 Archaeological Structures At Gran Pajatén. World Monuments FundNeon Isotopes in Geothermal Gases From the Kenya Rift Reveal a Common Deep Mantle Source Beneath East Africa, Geophysical Research Letters, 12.05.2025Grünes Band: längste Erfassung der Artenvielfalt Deutschlands gestartet. BfN 27.5.25More than a fingerprint on a pebble: A pigment-marked object from San Lázaro rock-shelter in the context of Neanderthal symbolic behavior, Archaeological and Anthropological Sciences, 24.05.2025Alle Quellen findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .

TAKEAWAYSPresidents don't necessarily have access to special secret programs that detail UFO sightings or alien researchA C-130 pilot in Afghanistan claims to have transported the body of a giant years agoThe Antediluvian world seems to have flourished wildly before the Flood, but much of that history is lostThe presence of megaliths worldwide suggests that mankind once shared access to a global intellect

What if everything you've been told about human evolution is a lie? Archaeological whistleblower and Vedic researcher Michael Cremo shatters the mainstream timeline with forbidden discoveries that date human existence back tens of millions of years. From anomalous footprints in volcanic ash to gold mine artifacts buried beneath ancient strata, this is a story of consciousness, soul evolution, and knowledge suppression that science refuses to acknowledge. In this mind-expanding interview, Cremo draws from ancient Indian scriptures, suppressed science, and paradigm-shifting metaphysics to argue that human beings have existed far longer than Darwinian theory allows. The implications reach deep into our understanding of consciousness, reality, and the spiritual purpose of life. 00:00 – Ancient Humans: Millions of Years Old? 03:15 – Cremo's Journey into Indian Philosophy 07:45 – Forbidden Archaeology & Knowledge Suppression 12:20 – Footprints That Shouldn't Exist 16:00 – Coexistence vs. Evolution 20:30 – The Soul's Evolution, Not the Body's 25:00 – The Vedic View of the Conscious Self 29:00 – Consciousness-Based Universe & Cosmic Purpose 33:10 – Cycles of Manifestation & Hidden Knowledge 36:10 – California Gold Mine Discoveries The Portal To Ascension platform is a resource for awakening to the truth of our existence while exploring the nature of reality and the cosmos. Our efforts are aimed at manifesting full disclosure of: • Humanity's ancient origins • The truth of the Extraterrestrial presence • The release of advanced technology • Transparency within business and global economic affairs • An understanding beyond our third dimensional perception Official website: https://portaltoascension.org/ Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PortalToAscension/ Official Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/portaltoascension Official Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/p2ascension Official Telegram Chat Room: https://t.me/portaltoascension Join Our Rapidly Growing Mailing List: https://portaltoascension.org/sign-up/ Portal To Ascension Conferences: In Person: https://ascensionconference.com Online: https://portaltoascension.org/upcoming-events/ Also Find Us On : Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uolCCJknWQV9I3i07OZtC Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/portal-to-ascension-radio/id1544194663

Can music really change our brains and boost our well-being? Archaeological evidence shows humans have made music for over 50,000...[…]

Can music really change our brains and boost our well-being? Archaeological evidence shows humans have made music for over 50,000...[…]

Hey there! If you're into ancient mysteries and cool old stuff buried in the ground, you've gotta check out When the Earth Gives Up Its Oldest Secrets. It's all about jaw-dropping archaeological finds that have been hidden for thousands of years. You'll see how tiny clues turn into big discoveries that change what we thought we knew about history. The stories are wild, the science is fascinating, and honestly—it's just super fun to watch. Whether you're a history buff or just curious, this is one of those shows that totally pulls you in. Don't miss it! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightplanet   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja discuss the potential industrial revolutions in history, particularly in the Roman Empire and Song Dynasty China, their technological advancements, economic factors, and the reasons these revolutions didn't reach full fruition. —

As the clock ticks down on the legislative session, how close is Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to completing his wish list?Weekend balloting across Texas brings some big local changes. We’ll hear from reporters statewide.Texans dominate at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson golf tournament in McKinney.The documentary “The Stones Are Speaking” tells the story of Michael […] The post Documentary tells story of landmark Texas archaeological site appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Over a century of excavations at Tel Megiddo have finally unearthed a construction layer from the late seventh century B.C.E. and with it the largest assemblage of Egyptian pottery ever discovered in the southern Levant. This is at the precise time the Bible says King Josiah traveled to Megiddo to war against Egypt. On today's program, host Brent Nagtegaal talks about the new discovery as well as the broader biblical context for King Josiah's last stand at Megiddo. https://armstronginstitute.org/1221-the-egyptian-army-at-megiddo-a-window-into-king-josiahs-last-stand

Ramesses 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 Ramesseum 04:55 Ramesses celebrates the Opet Festival 12:15 Ramesses honours Sety at Karnak 17:32 Ramesses at Abydos and the "Great Abydos Dedication" text 39:18 Summary and Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Dr Alan chats to Dr Angharad Jones and Hannah Andrews from the archaeological museum Creswell Crags, one of the most important prehistoric sites in the UK. Located within a limestone gorge and winding Pleistocene caves, the site has some of the earliest examples of Palaeolithic rock art!LinksCreswell CragsIntroducing… Dr Angharad Jones, Collections Officer at Creswell CragsVerification of the age of Palaeolithic rock art at CreswellContactDr. Alan Garfinkeavram1952@yahoo.comDr. Alan Garfinkel's WebsiteSupport Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliates and SponsorsMotion

In this week's episode, Dr Alan chats to Dr Angharad Jones and Hannah Andrews from the archaeological museum Creswell Crags, one of the most important prehistoric sites in the UK. Located within a limestone gorge and winding Pleistocene caves, the site has some of the earliest examples of Palaeolithic rock art!LinksCreswell CragsIntroducing… Dr Angharad Jones, Collections Officer at Creswell CragsVerification of the age of Palaeolithic rock art at CreswellContactDr. Alan Garfinkeavram1952@yahoo.comDr. Alan Garfinkel's WebsiteSupport Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliates and SponsorsMotion

Overview:In this episode, Ryan and Brian dive into a recent Christianity Today article by Daniel Silliman that sparked controversy by discussing scholar Jeffrey Paul Garcia's research suggesting Jesus' crucifixion may not have involved nails. The hosts explore the article's implications, the role of biblical scholarship, and the historical and archaeological evidence surrounding crucifixion. They also reflect on the importance of careful scholarship and its presentation to the public.Key Topics Discussed:Introduction to the Christianity Today ArticleArticle by Daniel Silliman references Jeffrey Garcia's research, which proposes that ropes, not nails, may have been used in Jesus' crucifixion.Published around Easter, leading to a firestorm of responses due to its timing and implications.Ryan notes he heard Garcia present this paper at the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) meeting in 2006, highlighting the slow dissemination of scholarly work.Context of Biblical ScholarshipRyan defines a scholar as someone deeply engaged in study, emphasizing that it's not an elite category but a commitment to rigorous inquiry.Describes the SBL as a diverse gathering of scholars, including conservatives, nonbelievers, and others, studying Christian, Hebrew, and intertestamental texts.Contrasts how ideas are received in scholarly settings versus congregational ones, noting the skepticism scholars face at SBL.The Article's Claims and EvidenceGarcia's argument: Nails are not explicitly mentioned in the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke), and some ancient sources suggest ropes were used in crucifixions.Ryan counters with literary evidence:John 20 explicitly mentions nail marks in Jesus' hands (verses 25, 27).Luke 24:39-40 implies wounds in Jesus' hands and feet, supporting the nail narrative.Archaeological evidence:Yohanan's skeleton (found in Jerusalem post-Six Days War) with a nail in the heel bone, suggesting nails were used.Govello skeleton in Italy, another crucified individual with ankle damage.Nails were often reused due to the value of iron, explaining scarce archaeological remains.Ancient Roman inscription lists nails as essential for crucifixion, reinforcing their use.Response to the ArticleChristianity Today's evangelical roots (founded with Billy Graham's involvement) make the article's publication surprising, as it was perceived to question scriptural inerrancy.Silliman issued an apology, admitting he didn't consider John 20 or the impact on readers' views of inerrancy.Ryan and Brian critique the article's presentation in a popular outlet, which may lack the scholarly nuance needed for such claims.Historical and Archaeological Insights on CrucifixionRyan references Martin Hengel's book, Crucifixion in the Ancient World and the Folly of the Message of the Cross, which details the widespread use of crucifixion by Romans.Crucifixion was not just execution but public humiliation, often near roads for visibility.Variations in crucifixion methods:Crosses were likely lower than depicted in media.Shapes varied (e.g., capital T vs. small t).Some were crucified post-mortem for display.Example: Peter's upside-down crucifixion per church tradition.Yohanan's leg fractures were likely post-mortem, not evidence of crurifragium (leg-breaking to hasten death), as initially thought.The Role of Scholarship in FaithRyan defends...

Send us a textGods, ETs, or both? Does our creation narrative tell of a cosmic battle high up in the Heavens? The stories we've cherished for millennia as divine revelations may have very ancient—and potentially extraterrestrial—origins than most realize. Our dive into the Enuma Elish, the Babylonian creation myth that predates Genesis by over a thousand years, reveals shocking parallels that challenge conventional religious understanding.When 19th-century archaeologists unearthed the Library of Ashurbanipal in Nineveh, they discovered clay tablets containing creation narratives startlingly similar to Biblical accounts. The Enuma Elish, an epic poem written in Akkadian cuneiform script, tells of primordial waters dividing, skies forming, and humans being created to serve gods. These are all elements found in the Book of Genesis, but with dramatically more detail about cosmic battles and involving multiple deities.We explore the provocative question proposed by ancient astronaut theorists: what if these weren't mythologies at all, but attempts by ancient humans to document encounters with advanced beings using the limited vocabulary available to them? As Zecharia Sitchin pointed out, while later cultures might create myths, how does the very first civilization—Sumer—get a myth? Perhaps their accounts weren't metaphorical but historical and then filtered down through generations of oral tradition before being condensed into the Biblical form that we know today.The evidence suggests the Old Testament's formation occurred much later than many believe—compiled after the Babylonian exile around 520 BCE, allowing ample time for Mesopotamian cosmologies to influence Hebrew thought. Archaeological discoveries even reveal that early Israelite religion included a female consort for Yahweh named Asherah, paralleling the divine couples in surrounding cultures, before later theological developments emphasized monotheism and abstraction.Whether you approach these texts through faith, historical interest, or the ancient alien perspective, they demand the same rigorous standards of evidence and critical thinking. The striking similarities between these accounts offer profound insights into humanity's earliest attempts to understand our origins and purpose. We must ask how they continue to shape our worldviews today?"Space Journey" by Geoff HarveyCopyright © 2021 Melody Loops LPFull License Royalty-Free Music https://www.melodyloops.com Support the showVisit our website

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Unlocking the Templo Escondido: Mateo's Archaeological Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-04-15-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: La luz del amanecer se filtraba a través de las hojas de la selva, iluminando el Templo Escondido, un lugar misterioso y lleno de secretos ocultos.En: The light of dawn filtered through the jungle leaves, illuminating the Templo Escondido, a mysterious place full of hidden secrets.Es: Mateo, un arqueólogo apasionado, respiraba profundamente mientras observaba el antiguo sitio.En: Mateo, a passionate archaeologist, breathed deeply as he observed the ancient site.Es: El clima primaveral en México aportaba un aire fresco y esperanzador, pero con él también llegaban los problemas constantes del trabajo.En: The spring weather in México brought a fresh and hopeful air, but with it also came the constant problems of the work.Es: Mateo se inquietaba al pensar en su carrera.En: Mateo worried as he thought about his career.Es: Soñaba con encontrar algo significativo, algo que cambiara la historia, pero el camino estaba lleno de obstáculos.En: He dreamed of finding something significant, something that would change history, but the path was full of obstacles.Es: La burocracia ralentizaba el progreso, y cada día se enfrentaba a la falta de recursos.En: Bureaucracy slowed progress, and every day he faced a lack of resources.Es: El equipo de excavación se encontraba frustrado, y Lucía y Carlos, sus colegas y amigos, compartían su desesperación.En: The excavation team was frustrated, and Lucía and Carlos, his colleagues and friends, shared his despair.Es: "¡No podemos quedarnos de brazos cruzados!"En: "We can't just sit around!"Es: decía Lucía con convicción.En: said Lucía with conviction.Es: Sus palabras resonaban con fuerza en el corazón de Mateo.En: Her words resonated strongly in Mateo's heart.Es: Decidido a no rendirse, Mateo decidió explorar una sección menos examinada del templo.En: Determined not to give up, Mateo decided to explore a less examined section of the temple.Es: Sabía que era riesgoso, pero sentía urgencia por descubrir la verdad escondida tras esos muros antiguos.En: He knew it was risky, but he felt an urgency to uncover the truth hidden behind those ancient walls.Es: Con cautela, Mateo se aventuró más adentro del templo, empujando ramas y desenterrando piedras cubiertas de musgo.En: With caution, Mateo ventured deeper into the temple, pushing branches aside and unearthing moss-covered stones.Es: Después de horas de trabajo, entre la penumbra de un pasadizo estrecho, sus dedos tocaron algo inesperado: una puerta oculta.En: After hours of work, in the gloom of a narrow passage, his fingers touched something unexpected: a hidden door.Es: Sus latidos se aceleraron al encontrar una entrada secreta que parecía llevar a un mundo perdido.En: His heartbeat quickened upon finding a secret entrance that seemed to lead to a lost world.Es: Con paciencia y cuidado, Mateo abrió la puerta y entró en la cámara oculta.En: With patience and care, Mateo opened the door and entered the hidden chamber.Es: Sus ojos se abrieron maravillados ante los objetos que descansaban en el polvo: vasijas, estatuillas, y un mural que contaba historias olvidadas de una civilización antigua.En: His eyes widened in wonder at the objects resting in the dust: vases, statuettes, and a mural telling forgotten stories of an ancient civilization.Es: La emoción corría por sus venas mientras observaba esos tesoros.En: Excitement ran through his veins as he looked at those treasures.Es: El descubrimiento pronto se convirtió en noticia.En: The discovery soon became news.Es: El esfuerzo de Mateo, junto con la ayuda de Lucía y Carlos, logró captar la atención de la comunidad arqueológica mundial.En: Mateo's effort, along with the help of Lucía and Carlos, managed to capture the attention of the global archaeological community.Es: El Templo Escondido reveló sus secretos, validando años de trabajo y sueños de aventuras.En: The Templo Escondido revealed its secrets, validating years of work and dreams of adventures.Es: Con el reconocimiento llegó una nueva confianza.En: With recognition came a new confidence.Es: Mateo ya no dudaba de sus habilidades.En: Mateo no longer doubted his abilities.Es: Había enfrentado sus miedos y había cambiado el curso de su carrera.En: He had faced his fears and changed the course of his career.Es: Más importante aún, había reavivado su pasión por desenterrar las historias del pasado, sintiendo que cada piedra escondía un cuento por contar.En: More importantly, he had rekindled his passion for unearthing stories of the past, feeling that each stone hid a tale to tell.Es: Y así, en la exuberante selva, entre historias antiguas y nuevos comienzos, Mateo encontró no solo su lugar en el mundo, sino también la certeza de que estaba exactamente donde debía estar.En: And so, in the lush jungle, among ancient stories and new beginnings, Mateo found not only his place in the world but also the certainty that he was exactly where he needed to be. Vocabulary Words:dawn: el amanecerjungle: la selvatemple: el temploarchaeologist: el arqueólogoancient: antiguoweather: el climacareer: la carreraobstacle: el obstáculobureaucracy: la burocraciaresources: los recursosexcavation: la excavacióndespair: la desesperaciónconviction: la convicciónurgency: la urgenciabranches: las ramasmoss: el musgogloom: la penumbrapassage: el pasadizodoor: la puertachamber: la cámaravases: las vasijasstatuettes: las estatuillasmural: el muralcivilization: la civilizacióntreasures: los tesorosrecognition: el reconocimientoconfidence: la confianzafear: el miedopassion: la pasiónstory: la historia

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Oregon archaeologists have found evidence of human occupation in the state that dates back more than 18,000 years. University of Oregon students and faculty working at the Rimrock Draw Rockshelter in Harney County found stone tools and fragments of camel and bison teeth beneath a 15,000-year-old layer of volcanic ash. Radiocarbon dating of the tooth enamel revealed that the fragments were 18,250 years old. Due to their position in the ash, the tools are thought to be even older — making them some of the oldest evidence of human civilization in North America.Joining us with more details about the discovery is Pat O’Grady, a staff archaeologist at the University of Oregon Museum of Cultural and Natural History.

Episode: Part 2 of our Best Archaeological Finds for 2024 (we're not that far into 2025!). Enjoy this second of a two-part series.  Hosts: Chris McKinny and Kyle Keimer Give: Visit our Donate Page if you want to help Biblical World and OnScript continue by becoming a regular donor. Related Episodes: Have a listen to Part I HERE. Image Attribution: Cuneiform tablet known as Letter ZTT 22. (Credit: Ziyaret Tepe Archaeological Project)

SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 27The Astronomy, Space and Science News PodcastAsteroid 2024 YR4 Impact Risk Reduced, Insights into Mars' Core, and NASA's Lunar Mission UpdateIn this episode of SpaceTime, we bring you encouraging news about asteroid 2024 YR4, with new observations indicating that the chances of it impacting Earth have plummeted to just 0.001%. Initially flagged as a potential threat, this asteroid has been closely monitored, and the latest data from the Very Large Telescope has allowed astronomers to refine its orbit and rule out any collision risk for 2032.Exploring the Martian CoreWe also delve into a fascinating new study regarding the composition of Mars' core. Research suggests that while it may contain a liquid outer core, there could also be a solid inner core composed of iron and sulfur. This breakthrough could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's geophysical properties and the role of lighter elements in its core.NASA's Latest Lunar MissionAdditionally, we provide an update on NASA's latest lunar mission, which has successfully launched and is heading towards the Moon's south pole. The mission features the Intuitive Machines IM2 spacecraft, equipped with the Athena lunar lander and the Lunar Trailblazer orbiter, both designed to conduct groundbreaking research and resource utilization studies on the lunar surface.00:00 Space Time Series 28 Episode 27 for broadcast on 3 March 202500:49 Update on asteroid 2024 YR4 impact probability06:30 Importance of new observations from the Very Large Telescope12:15 Insights into the Martian core composition18:00 Research on solid inner core possibilities22:45 Overview of NASA's lunar IM2 mission27:00 Archaeological discovery of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh's tomb30:15 Discussion on the cultural significance of the Skinwalker Ranch serieswww.spacetimewithstuartgary.comwww.bitesz.com

We journey through the different eras and incarnations of Troy as archaeologists have reconstructed them from the excavations at Hissarlik. We then explore the surviving evidence -- including linguistic theories, newly discovered tablets from the ancient Hittite capital, and the long-lost and rediscovered "Priam's Treasure" that Schliemann unearthed-- to form a picture of who the Trojans were and what sort of city they created in the Bronze Age world. Image: Gold jewels & vessels from "Priam's Treasure" as displayed at the Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow, 1990s. Music: "Les Cyclopes," by Rameau, performed by Paul Barton & published by Feurich Further Reading: Tolstikov & Treister, “The Gold of Troy”; Allen, “Finding the Walls of Troy”; Traill, “Schliemann of Troy”; Moorehead, “Lost and Found: the 9,000 Treasures of Troy”; McCarty, “Troy: The Myth and Reality Behind the Epic Legend”; Gainsford, Kiwi Hellenist blog, “The Trojan War #3: Bronze Age Evidence,” ; Fitton & Villing, British Museum blog, “The Search for the Lost City of Troy,” Please sign up as a patron at any level, to hear patron-only lectures, including on the Dead Sea Scrolls -- https://www.patreon.com/c/user?u=5530632

Leviticus 20: A Call to Holiness and Consequences for Sin Leviticus 20 is one of the most significant chapters in the Torah, outlining God's moral and judicial laws for Israel. These laws emphasize holiness, justice, and obedience, with a focus on punishments for various sins, particularly those related to idolatry, sexual immorality, and defilement. This chapter demonstrates God's expectation for Israel to be distinct from the surrounding nations, setting a standard of purity that would ensure their survival and relationship with Him. Historical and Cultural Context of Leviticus 20 The laws in Leviticus were given to the Israelites during their time at Mount Sinai, around 1446–1406 BC, as part of God's covenant with them after their exodus from Egypt. Israel had just left behind a society steeped in idol worship, sexual immorality, and child sacrifice. The Canaanites, whom they were about to encounter, practiced many of these detestable customs, including offering their children to the god Molech, engaging in temple prostitution, and committing incestuous relationships. These laws were not just about morality but also about preventing Israel from adopting Canaanite and Egyptian customs. God repeatedly warns the Israelites not to imitate the sinful ways of the nations they would dispossess (Leviticus 18:3, 24-30). The punishments for disobedience were severe because violating these laws threatened the spiritual purity and survival of Israel as a nation. Key Themes in Leviticus 20 1. Judgment Against Idolatry and Molech Worship (Leviticus 20:1-5) “Anyone who sacrifices his child to Molech shall be stoned to death by the people of the land. I Myself will set My face against him and cut him off from his people, for by giving his child to Molech, he has defiled My sanctuary and dishonored My holy name.” (Leviticus 20:2-3) One of the most abominable practices in ancient Canaan was child sacrifice to Molech, a god associated with the Ammonites and Phoenicians. Archaeological discoveries, including tophets (sacrificial burial grounds) in Carthage, confirm that child sacrifice was a real and horrific practice in the ancient world. Molech worship involved burning infants alive in fire as an offering to secure favor from the gods. God declares this practice a capital offense, requiring the community to execute offenders. If the people failed to act, God Himself would intervene and cut off the guilty party, ensuring that Israel remained holy. This law was meant to prevent Israel from following the same gruesome religious customs as their neighbors. 2. The Consequences of Consulting Mediums and Spiritists (Leviticus 20:6) “I will set my face against anyone who consults the spirits of the dead and mediums, and I will cut them off from their people.” Ancient Near Eastern cultures, including Egyptians and Babylonians, practiced necromancy and divination—attempting to speak with the dead or predict the future. Some cultures believed that the dead had insight into the future and could be called upon for guidance. God strictly forbade such practices because they opened people up to demonic influences and diverted them from trusting in Him alone. Consulting the dead violated Israel's faith in God's sovereignty over life and the future. The punishment for this was being “cut off” from the community, meaning exile or even divine judgment. 3. Punishments for Sexual Sins (Leviticus 20:10-21) Leviticus 20 lists severe penalties for sexual immorality, including adultery, incest, homosexuality, bestiality, and other forbidden relationships. These sins were common in pagan societies, but Israel was called to be different. Some of the prescribed punishments included: •Adultery (20:10) – Both the man and woman were to be put to death. In ancient Israel, marriage was sacred, and adultery not only betrayed trust but also threatened the integrity of family and inheritance laws. •Incest (20:11-12, 17-21) – Various forms of incest were strictly forbidden and carried punishments ranging from death to being “cut off” from the community. Incest was common among the royal families of Egypt, Assyria, and Babylon, often used to keep power within the family. •Homosexuality (20:13) – The law condemns homosexual relations as an abomination, prescribing death as the penalty. While the surrounding nations engaged in temple prostitution and same-sex rituals as part of their religious practices, Israel was to uphold sexual purity. •Bestiality (20:15-16) – Those who engaged in sexual relations with animals were to be put to death, as this was considered an extreme form of defilement. These laws reinforced that marriage and sexuality were sacred gifts from God, meant to be preserved within His design. 4. Holiness and Separation from the Nations (Leviticus 20:22-27) “You must keep all My decrees and laws and follow them, so that the land where I am bringing you will not vomit you out.” (Leviticus 20:22) God reminds Israel that obedience to His laws determines whether they can remain in the Promised Land. The phrase “vomit you out” is significant—just as the Canaanites were being removed for their detestable sins, Israel would face the same fate if they followed in their ways. In verse 26, God gives one of the most defining commandments: “You must be holy because I, the Lord, am holy. I have set you apart from the nations to be My own.” This principle of holiness (being set apart) is repeated throughout Leviticus. Israel was called to be distinct from the world, not blending in with Canaanite, Egyptian, or Babylonian customs. Historical Impact and Later Biblical References 1.Israel's Failure to Obey – Sadly, despite these strict warnings, Israel later fell into the very sins God condemned. By the time of the kings, child sacrifice to Molech, idolatry, and sexual immorality became rampant, leading to God's judgment through the Babylonian exile (2 Kings 21:6, Jeremiah 32:35). 2.Jesus and the Fulfillment of the Law – In the New Testament, Jesus Christ fulfills the law by calling people to holiness not just outwardly, but in heart and spirit (Matthew 5:27-28). While believers today are not under the Old Testament judicial system, the moral principles of holiness, purity, and obedience to God remain (1 Peter 1:15-16). 3.The Early Church Reaffirmed Holiness – Paul's letters warn against sexual sin, idolatry, and occult practices, reinforcing that God's standards have not changed (1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Galatians 5:19-21). Conclusion: Lessons from Leviticus 20 Leviticus 20 provides a strong call to holiness in a world filled with moral corruption. It reminds us that: 1.God's people must remain distinct from sinful cultures. 2.Idolatry and moral decay lead to divine judgment. 3.God desires a holy people who reflect His character. Though we live under grace through Christ, the principles of Leviticus 20 remain relevant—God calls His people to reject sin, live pure lives, and be set apart for Him.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sendme-radio--732966/support.

It is one of the foundational achievements of archaeology, and one of the most momentous discoveries ever made in any field -- We follow the long debate over whether and where the remains of the ancient legendary city of Troy could be found, and we see how the mystery was solved by the excavations overseen by the brilliant, ruthless, and indefatigable German businessman, explorer, and serial liar, Heinrich Schliemann. Pt. 2 will examine how modern scholars and excavators have used the finds from the site in Turkey -- including the long lost priceless "Treasure of Priam" -- to reconstruct the city and its place in the Bronze-Age world. Music: "Les Cyclopes" by Jean-Philippe Rameau, played on piano by Paul Barton, and published by Feurich Piano. Image: Sophia Schliemann posing in a gold diadem, necklace, and earrings from Troy 2, dubbed "The Jewels of Helen," 1873-4. Please sign up as a patron to hear all patron-only lectures, including the previous "Doorways in Time" on the Dead Sea Scrolls -- https://www.patreon.com/c/user?u=5530632

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History isn't just written—it's uncovered. Archaeological discoveries continue to confirm the reliability of Scripture, offering a tangible connection to the people, places, and events recorded in the Bible. From ancient inscriptions to long-buried cities, each find adds another layer of depth to biblical understanding. This discussion explores some of the most significant discoveries, shedding light on how archaeology brings the biblical narrative to life. The past has left its evidence—will you take a closer look? Check out the "Handbook of Biblical Archaeology" HERE! https://www.swrc.com/product/handbook-of-biblical-archaeology/

There are claims - and you hear them every so often - that archeology has disproved this story or that in the bible, and claims from this or that scholar of particularly late dating of different bible books.How do we as evangelical pastors react/respond/answer those claims?Hans Kristensen is senior pastor of Marsfield Community Church in Sydney and is studying ancient archaeology.He suggests that there are 10 major archaelogical finds that help us to increase our confidence in the Old Testament:There's evidence of a big population jump in Caanan at exactly the time that the bible said that Yahweh was giving Israel the land, called the ‘Hill Country Explosion.'The Egyptian Pharaoh Merneptah boasts of raiding the land of Caanan, saying it was occupied by Israel.In the city of Hazor, archaeologists have found religious idols destroyed and other items intact, just as expected from Joshua 11-12The recently discovered altar at Mount Ebal is likely Joshua's altar (Joshua 8)In the Tel Dan inscription we now have archeological evidence for King David's existence.There's consistent architectural town planning in the cities built around the time of David and Solomon - pointing towards planning and control under one ruler (eg a King).There are similarities between what we know of the temple of Solomon and a similar temple built at Ain Dara, about 30 kilometres from Beirut, showing Solomon's temple fits into the religious and architectural landscape of the time.The discovery of six massive chambered gates at Hazor, Meggido and Gezer and other architectural discoveries at those sites corresponds with 1Kings 9:15.A ninth century battle account from King Moab of Mersha mirrors the one in 2 Kings 3.The Biblical chronology of the listed kings matches almost exactly with archeological evidence.Reach Australia National ConferenceReach Australia's National Conference is happening from 19 to 22 May 2025 on the Central Coast of NSW. This year's theme is URGENT: The Necessary Task of Mission Before Christ Returns. For more info. The Church Cohttp://www.thechurchco.com is an excellent website and app platform built specifically for churches. Support the show--Become a regular financial supporter of The Pastor's Heart via Patreon.

Episode: Back by popular demand is our Best Archaeological Finds series, and this one for 2024 (we're not that far into 2025!). Enjoy this first of a two-part series. Hosts: Chris McKinny and Kyle Keimer Give: Visit our Donate Page if you want to help Biblical World and OnScript continue by becoming a regular donor. Image Attribution: Cuneiform tablet known as Letter ZTT 22. (Credit: Ziyaret Tepe Archaeological Project)

Archaeology is full of jaw-dropping discoveries! From ancient tombs hiding long-lost secrets to artifacts that rewrite history, this video uncovers 20 of the most shocking archaeological revelations. Did you know King Tut's tomb held a secret undiscovered for over a century? We'll explore how this mystery was finally solved and what it reveals about the legendary pharaoh. Plus, we'll dive into other mind-blowing digs that stunned experts. Join us as we reveal the most incredible facts hidden beneath the sands of history! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Telegram: https://t.me/bright_side_official Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Killinaboy's X-PO is kicking off its 2025 heritage talks with an engaging presentation titled Voices from the Dawn – The Folklore of Archaeological Monuments. The talk, led by Burren walk leader and author Tony Kirby, promises to delve into the fascinating folk beliefs surrounding archaeological monuments, from megalithic tombs to medieval castles. Taking place on Thursday, the 30th of January from 8:00 p.m. The evening will explore how these rich traditions have persisted into modern Ireland. Photo(C): Clare FM

In this episode, Jay Stuart Wakefield shares his unique journey from zoology to archaeology, detailing his fascinating discoveries in the field of ancient artifacts, particularly from the Bronze Age. He discusses the significance of his findings, including the interpretation of ancient languages and the impact of disinformation on historical narratives. Wakefield also explores the importance of copper trade in ancient civilizations and challenges conventional views on historical events, such as the role of Columbus in the discovery of America. Through his insights, he sheds light on the interconnectedness of ancient cultures and the advancements in archaeological research facilitated by modern technology.What You'll Learn:01:30 From Zoology to Archaeology: A Unique Journey03:11 Decoding the Past: Discoveries in Bronze Age Artifacts05:52 Interpreting Ancient Languages: The Art of Translation08:57 Unveiling New Discoveries: The Veneti Language and Beyond11:52 The Impact of Disinformation on Historical Understanding14:58 The Significance of Copper Trade in Ancient Civilizations17:53 Revisiting Stonehenge: A Monument to Discovery20:57 Out of Place Artifacts: Evidence of Transatlantic Connections23:53 The Role of Modern Technology in Archaeological Research27:02 Challenging Historical Narratives: Columbus and Beyond29:58 The Cataclysm of 1197 BC: A Turning Point in HistoryConnect with Jay:BooksX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the world of discovery with 2024's most astonishing archaeological finds! From unearthed treasures to groundbreaking revelations, these discoveries have amazed experts and challenged what we thought we knew about the past. Don't miss the incredible stories behind these unexpected historical breakthroughs! Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Telegram: https://t.me/bright_side_official Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.” - Luke 2:8-14That's from the Christmas Story in Luke, Chapter 2. The angels announce the coming of the Savior to a group of shepherds. It sounds simple enough…but there's more to the story. Jerry Bowyer joins us to talk about it.Jerry Bowyer is the President of Bowyer Research and our Resident Economist here at Faith & Finance. He is the author of “The Maker Versus the Takers: What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics.” You can also read his insightful columns for World News Group. Why Shepherds?When the angels announced Jesus' birth, their audience wasn't kings or scholars but shepherds. Often portrayed as social outcasts historically, shepherds were viewed negatively because their flocks could wander onto others' property, leading to accusations of theft. Despite this reputation, shepherds played a crucial role in the temple system, raising sheep for sacrifices.Bethlehem, where Jesus was born, was a hub for breeding sacrificial lambs. Archaeological evidence supports this, highlighting structures like the Migdal Eder (Tower of the Flock), where unblemished lambs were identified for temple sacrifices. This foreshadows Jesus' role as the ultimate Lamb of God, born in the city that prepared lambs for sacrifice.Mary's Economic PhilosophyMary's Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55) reveals her economic worldview. In this poetic expression of praise, she celebrates God's justice: the rich are sent away empty, and the poor are filled. These are the socio-economic dynamics at play when Mary visits Elizabeth in Judea, a wealthier and more hierarchical society compared to Galilee. Elizabeth's high status contrasts with Mary's humility, yet Elizabeth honors Mary, signaling a reversal of societal norms.Interestingly, Mary's upbringing near Sephoris, the financial capital of Galilee, likely exposed her to sophisticated cultural and economic ideas. This blend of humility and intellect influenced her son, Jesus, whose teachings often echoed themes from her Magnificat.Herod's Fear and the Temple SystemThe birth of Jesus didn't just bring joy; it also struck fear into the hearts of the ruling class, especially King Herod. He and the temple elites understood the revolutionary implications of Jesus' arrival. The Messiah's mission to bring justice threatened their corrupt economic system, which exploited the poor through practices like unfair money-changing in the temple.Herod's fear highlights the broader conflict between two kingdoms: one driven by greed and oppression and the other by justice and generosity. This tension culminates in Jesus' cleansing of the temple, an act that symbolized the dismantling of a corrupt economic system.The Magi and the Two TemplesThe gifts of the Magi—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—mirror offerings described in the Torah for the temple. The gospels contrast two “temples”: the physical temple, corrupted by greed, and Jesus himself, the true temple who provides for the needy. This theme of “the Maker versus the Takers” runs throughout the gospels, illustrating the stark difference between God's economy and human systems of exploitation.Economics in God's PlanThe Nativity story profoundly reminds us that God's master plan includes economics. From shepherds to Mary's Magnificat and from Herod's fear to the Magi's gifts, every detail points to God's concern for justice, generosity, and the redemption of all aspects of life—including money. This Christmas, as you reflect on the birth of Christ, consider how God's kingdom calls us to live with integrity, humility, and a heart for justice in every area of life.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:My husband plans to wait until full retirement age to take Social Security. I will take spousal benefits, but I'll only be 65 when he retires. Can I take spousal benefits, then? Or will I have to wait until my full retirement age?I'm 35 and returning to work part-time at my kids' school. We have $600,000 saved for retirement, max out my husband's 401(k), and do a backdoor Roth IRA. I have to contribute 10% to OPERS. Should I invest in their deferred comp option with about $800 per month, or is there something else you'd recommend?We have a HELOC that matures a couple of years after our mortgage is paid off. The bank said it's best to keep the HELOC open to safeguard against potential fraud. Should I follow their advice and keep the HELOC open, or is this just the bank trying to get us to spend more money?Resources Mentioned:The Maker Versus the Takers: What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics by Jerry BowyerLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. 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Welcome back, explorers! Dr. K is back for the last episode of the season, this time breaking down her top finds and, yes, ranking the top 3 of 2024! Grab your scorecards and shovels as we rank the finds and bury 2024! And these are the Dirt Diaries... Follow Dr. K on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@dirtdiaries_ https://www.instagram.com/dirtdiaries_/ Travel with me to Egypt and China, take my lectures, and more!https://beacons.ai/dirtdiaries.tenn Email me: dirtdiaries.tenn@gmail.com We will return II.V.MMXXV

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Snowstorms & Secrets: A Holiday Archaeological Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2024-12-04-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A havas táj tiszta csendjében, az ősi romok között, István, Zsófia és László serénykedett.En: In the pure silence of the snowy landscape, among the ancient ruins, István, Zsófia, and László were bustling about.Hu: Az ásatás már hónapok óta tartott, de az igazi felfedezés még váratott magára.En: The excavation had been ongoing for months, yet the real discovery still awaited them.Hu: Karácsony közeledtével a hideg szél belekapott a ruhájukba, és hófúvás söpört végig a dombos vidéken.En: As Christmas approached, the cold wind tugged at their clothes, and a snowstorm swept across the hilly area.Hu: Az ősi köveknek titkaik voltak, és István hitt abban, hogy itt találja meg a legendás artefaktumot.En: The ancient stones held secrets, and István believed that he would find the legendary artifact here.Hu: István egy lelkes régész volt.En: István was an enthusiastic archaeologist.Hu: Hitt az artefaktumban, amit régi történetek meséltek.En: He believed in the artifact that old stories spoke of.Hu: Ez az artefaktum szerencsét hozna annak, aki rátalál.En: This artifact would bring luck to whomever found it.Hu: Zsófia, a munkatársa, segítőkész, de szkeptikus volt.En: Zsófia, his colleague, was helpful but skeptical.Hu: Nem hitt igazán az artefaktum legendájában, de Istvány mellett maradt.En: She didn't truly believe in the artifact's legend, but she stayed by Istvan's side.Hu: László, a gyakornok, frissen csatlakozott a csapathoz.En: László, the intern, had recently joined the team.Hu: Lelkesen tanult, de nem ismerte a mélyebb szándékokat.En: Eagerly learning, he didn't yet know the deeper intentions.Hu: A tél zord volt.En: Winter was harsh.Hu: A hó mindent belepett, nehezítve munkájukat.En: The snow covered everything, making their work harder.Hu: A hideg, a szél és a hóvakítás ellenére István kitartott.En: Despite the cold, the wind, and the blinding snow, István persevered.Hu: Zsófia azonban aggodalmas volt.En: However, Zsófia was worried.Hu: Azt mondta, a veszély nem éri meg a kockázatot.En: She said the danger wasn't worth the risk.Hu: László pedig tanácstalan volt, kövesse-e Istvánt vakon, vagy megkérdőjelezze döntéseit.En: László was uncertain whether to follow István blindly or to question his decisions.Hu: Egy éjjel, amikor az időjárás még rosszabbra fordult, menedéket kerestek a romok között.En: One night, when the weather turned even worse, they sought shelter among the ruins.Hu: A hóvihar úgy tűnt, megállítja őket.En: The snowstorm seemed to halt them.Hu: De éppen ekkor, István csendben egy különleges kőkupacot vizsgálva rátalált valamire.En: But just then, István, quietly examining a peculiar pile of stones, found something.Hu: Oda hívta Zsófiát és Lászlót, és együtt emelték ki a tárgyat.En: He called Zsófia and László over, and together they lifted the object.Hu: A lelet különleges volt, de nem oly varázslatos, mint a történetek ígérték.En: The find was special, but not as magical as the stories had promised.Hu: Egy régi, finoman kidolgozott darab volt, jelekkel és motívumokkal, de nem volt benne szellemi erő vagy szerencse.En: It was an old, finely crafted piece, with marks and motifs, but it held no spiritual power or luck.Hu: István csendesen nézte, majd mosolyogni kezdett.En: István looked at it quietly, then began to smile.Hu: Rájött, hogy az igazi érték az ásatás öröme és a közös munka volt.En: He realized that the true value was the joy of the excavation and the teamwork.Hu: Zsófia közelebb lépett és bólintott.En: Zsófia stepped closer and nodded.Hu: "Több, mint amit reméltem," mondta csendesen.En: "More than I hoped for," she said quietly.Hu: László pedig megfogadta, hogy a jövőben jobban bízik majd a saját megérzéseiben.En: László vowed that in the future, he would trust his own instincts more.Hu: Végül, a vihar elcsendesedett, és a csapat visszatért a táborba.En: Finally, the storm subsided, and the team returned to camp.Hu: István mosollyal az arcán nézett körül.En: István looked around with a smile on his face.Hu: Tudta, hogy a karácsony még jöhet, artefaktum vagy sem, a siker igazi mércéje a kitartásuk és az örömük volt.En: He knew that Christmas could still come, with or without the artifact, because the true measure of success was their perseverance and joy.Hu: Így teljesedett be István álma, nem egy legendás ereklye által, hanem az emberek közötti kapcsolat által, akik vele voltak ezen az úton.En: Thus István's dream was fulfilled, not by a legendary relic, but by the connection between the people who were with him on this journey. Vocabulary Words:silence: csendjébenancient: ősiruins: romokbustling: serénykedettexcavation: ásatásdiscovery: felfedezésawaited: váratottsnowstorm: hófúváshilly: dombosartifact: artefaktumlegendary: legendásenthusiastic: lelkesarchaeologist: régészskeptical: szkeptikuspersevered: kitartottblinding: hóvakításshelter: menedéketpeculiar: különlegespile: kőkupacmotifs: motívumokkalspiritual: szellemivalue: értékteamwork: közös munkainstincts: megérzéseibenharsh: zordintentions: szándékokatrisk: kockázatothalt: megállítjafurthermore: továbbáconnection: kapcsolat

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Discovering Destiny: Alessio's Archaeological Awakening Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2024-12-04-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Il sole invernale brillava debole sui resti antichi di Roma, un alone dorato sui sentieri di pietra logorati nel tempo.En: The winter sun shone weakly on the ancient remains of Roma, a golden halo on the stone paths worn out over time.It: Era quasi Natale, e le strade erano decorate con luci scintillanti e alberi di Natale.En: It was almost Christmas, and the streets were decorated with twinkling lights and Christmas trees.It: Il profumo di caldarroste riempiva l'aria mentre turisti e studenti passeggiavano fra le imponenti rovine.En: The scent of roasted chestnuts filled the air as tourists and students strolled among the imposing ruins.It: Alessio camminava con la sua classe per un'uscita scolastica di storia.En: Alessio was walking with his class on a history field trip.It: L'insegnante spiegava, ma la maggior parte dei compagni di classe di Alessio non ascoltava.En: The teacher was explaining, but most of Alessio's classmates weren't listening.It: Erano troppo impegnati a chiacchierare e a fare selfie.En: They were too busy chatting and taking selfies.It: Alessio sentiva il desiderio di immergersi nel passato, ma il rumore attorno a lui era assordante.En: Alessio felt the desire to immerse himself in the past, but the noise around him was deafening.It: Giulia, una sua compagna di classe e sempre socievole, si avvicinò a lui.En: Giulia, a classmate of his who was always sociable, approached him.It: "Non è fantastico qui?En: "Isn't it amazing here?It: Amo questi grandi viaggi," disse con entusiasmo, gli occhi che brillavano mentre osservava le rovine.En: I love these big trips," she said enthusiastically, her eyes sparkling as she looked at the ruins.It: "Sì, è incredibile," rispose Alessio, anche se si sentiva distratto dall'allegro clamore del gruppo.En: "Yes, it's incredible," Alessio replied, even though he felt distracted by the cheerful clamor of the group.It: Dopo un po', Alessio decise che aveva bisogno di un momento di tranquillità.En: After a while, Alessio decided he needed a moment of tranquility.It: Scivolò via dalla folla e si diresse verso una parte meno frequentata delle rovine.En: He slipped away from the crowd and headed towards a less frequented part of the ruins.It: Qui il silenzio regnava sovrano, interrotto solo dal gracchiare lontano dei corvi.En: Here silence reigned supreme, broken only by the distant cawing of crows.It: Mentre camminava, si imbatté in una vecchia incisione su una pietra.En: As he walked, he stumbled upon an old carving on a stone.It: Corse le dita sulle linee scolpite, immaginando chi l'avrebbe potuta fare tanti secoli fa.En: He ran his fingers over the carved lines, imagining who could have made it so many centuries ago.It: In quel momento, una scintilla di chiarezza attraversò la sua mente.En: At that moment, a spark of clarity crossed his mind.It: Forse il suo futuro era legato proprio a questi antichi misteri.En: Perhaps his future was tied precisely to these ancient mysteries.It: Forse l'archeologia era la sua strada.En: Maybe archaeology was his path.It: Mentre era immerso nei suoi pensieri, Giulia apparve accanto a lui.En: While he was lost in thought, Giulia appeared next to him.It: "Ti stavo cercando!En: "I've been looking for you!It: Cos'hai trovato?"En: What did you find?"It: chiese curiosa.En: she asked curiously.It: Alessio spiegò la sua scoperta e l'improvviso interesse per l'archeologia.En: Alessio explained his discovery and his sudden interest in archaeology.It: Giulia ascoltò attentamente e, quando Alessio finì, sorrise calorosamente.En: Giulia listened attentively and, when Alessio finished, she smiled warmly.It: "Sarebbe fantastico!En: "That would be amazing!It: Sei sempre stato bravo in storia.En: You've always been good at history.It: Dovresti seguire questa passione."En: You should pursue this passion."It: Le parole di Giulia diedero ad Alessio la fiducia di cui aveva bisogno.En: Giulia's words gave Alessio the confidence he needed.It: Si sentiva ispirato e determinato per la prima volta da tanto.En: He felt inspired and determined for the first time in a long while.It: Mentre il sole continuava a calare, gettando lunghe ombre sulle antiche rovine, Alessio sapeva che stava facendo il primo passo verso un futuro più chiaro.En: As the sun continued to set, casting long shadows over the ancient ruins, Alessio knew he was taking the first step toward a clearer future.It: Alla fine del viaggio, mentre la sua classe si ricompattava per tornare a scuola, Alessio si sentiva diverso.En: At the end of the trip, as his class regrouped to return to school, Alessio felt different.It: Sara stato il luogo, l'atmosfera del Natale, o le parole di Giulia, ma il suo futuro non sembrava più un'enigma senza soluzione.En: It may have been the place, the Christmas atmosphere, or Giulia's words, but his future no longer seemed like an unsolvable mystery.It: Si sentiva pronto a seguirlo con passione.En: He felt ready to pursue it with passion. Vocabulary Words:the halo: l'alonethe path: il sentieroworn out: logoratothe chestnuts: le caldarrosteto stroll: passeggiarethe ruins: le rovinethe trip: il viaggioto immerse: immergersideafening: assordantecheerful: allegrothe clamor: il clamoreto slip away: scivolare viafrequented: frequentatato reign: regnarethe cawing: il gracchiaredistant: lontanothe crows: i corvithe carving: l'incisionecarved: scolpitethe spark: la scintillaclarity: chiarezzathe mysteries: i misterito pursue: seguirethe passion: la passionethe shadow: l'ombrato cast: gettarreto regroup: ricompattareunsolvable: senza soluzionedetermined: determinatoto stumble upon: imbattersi in

Sety 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. Logo image: The cartouche of Sety I from the ceiling of his tomb (Photo Dominic Perry). 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/tombs/kv-17-sety-i Photos of Sety's tomb by Kairoinfo4u: https://flickr.com/photos/manna4u/albums/72157687439529835/ For up-to-date studies and discussions of the royal tombs and their history, see The Oxford Handbook of the Valley of the Kings: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/the-oxford-handbook-of-the-valley-of-the-kings-9780190052072. Individual articles may be available via their authors if you do a web search of the author + article title. Music and interludes by Keith Zizza www.keithzizza.net. Music and interludes by Luke Chaos www.chaosmusick.com. The History of Egypt Podcast: Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Support the show via Patreon www.patreon.com/egyptpodcast. Make a one-time donation via PayPal payments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you really know about the most pivotal moment in history? Is there proof for the resurrection of Jesus? While culture continues to downplay His significance and even His existence, archaeology has been revealing a different story. Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explores the evidence and explains the 7 best reasons to believe in the resurrection of Jesus. From ancient artifacts to historical evidence, Dr. Johnston presents the compelling case that dismantles modern skepticism. Discover the undeniable proof of Christ's resurrection that has been hidden in plain sight.   Miss last week's episode? Listen to it here. WATCH Stakelbeck Tonight episodes for free on TBN+ here. The Stakscast with Erick Stakelbeck podcast features host Erick Stakelbeck and special guests having candid, thought-provoking conversations on the state of America, the world, and the Church, plus powerful personal testimonies and stories. Tune in for deep discussions on the big issues that matter to you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Geophysics and archaeology are merging in a powerful way, helping us understand ancient communities without damaging their sites. It's about learning from the past while honoring it." In this episode, we look at how geophysics transforms archaeology by enabling researchers to uncover hidden historical sites without digging. Guests Michael Wilt and Richard Krahenbuhl discuss incredible advances in non-invasive tools like ground-penetrating radar and drones, which help archaeologists map ancient structures, even in challenging urban environments. From Egypt's pyramids to hidden city sites, learn how geophysical tools give us new ways to explore history and preserve it for future generations. KEY POINTS & TAKEAWAYS > How Geophysics is Shaping Archaeology: Discover how methods like radar, magnetics, and resistivity are helping archaeologists "see" beneath the surface without disturbing sensitive sites, preserving cultural heritage along the way. > Challenges of Urban Archaeology: Hear about the unique struggles of working in cities, where modern infrastructure like pipes and cables can interfere with data, and discover how researchers overcome these obstacles. > The Future of Non-Invasive Tech: Geophysical archaeology is evolving fast with emerging tools like drones and AI. Find out how these innovations lead to more precise data and help archaeologists uncover even the faintest traces of history. > Real-World Impact on Communities: From preserving early Christian structures to documenting West Africa's historic sites, learn how geophysics helps connect people and students with their past while respecting cultural sensitivities. > Becoming a Geophysical Archaeologist: Inspired by this field? Explore the unique blend of skills that bridge archaeology and geophysics, and hear what it takes to work in this exciting, emerging area. Listen to this episode to learn how geophysical tools push archaeology forward, giving us new ways to study and preserve our history. Dr. Richard Krahenbuhl is a research assistant professor in the Geophysics Department at the Colorado School of Mines. Dr. Michael Wilt is an affiliate with the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. THIS EPISODE SPONSORED BY BLUWARE Bluware's InteractivAI is a human-powered AI seismic analysis tool, revolutionizing the way geoscientists extract value from seismic data. Unlike traditional seismic interpretation tools that just "check the box" for AI through black box algorithms, InteractivAI puts the interpreter in the driver's seat by presenting an intuitive, live feedback loop. Users experience a faster and more comprehensive interpretation, leading to higher-confidence decision-making. Learn more at https://bluware.com. LINKS * Visit https://seg.org/podcasts/episode-241-how-geophysics-is-revolutionizing-archaeological-exploration for the complete show notes and links to read this special section. SHOW CREDITS Andrew Geary at TreasureMint hosted, edited, and produced this episode. The SEG podcast team comprises Jennifer Cobb, Kathy Gamble, and Ally McGinnis. If you have episode ideas or feedback for the show or want to sponsor a future episode, email the show at podcast@seg.org.

The second part of this installment of Unearthed! gets into the listener-favorite subject of shipwrecks, plus animals, art, edibles and potables, and the catch-all potpourri category. Research: 19 News Investigative Team. “Exhumation of Cleveland Torso Killer's unidentified victims now underway.” https://www.cleveland19.com/2024/08/09/exhumation-cleveland-torso-killers-unidentified-victims-now-underway/ Abdallah, Hanna. “Hydraulic lift technology may have helped build Egypt's iconic Pyramid of Djoser.” EurekAlert. 8/5/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1051645 Addley, Esther. “Dorset ‘Stonehenge' under Thomas Hardy's home given protected status.” The Guardian. 9/24/2024. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/sep/24/dorset-stonehenge-discovered-under-thomas-hardy-home-dorchester Adhi Agus Oktaviana et al, Narrative cave art in Indonesia by 51,200 years ago, Nature (2024). 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Nature 633, 389–397 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-024-07881-4 National Museum of Ireland. “Appeal for information about Bronze Age axeheads found in Westmeath.” https://www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/Appeal-for-information-about-Bronze-Age-Axeheads-F Nichols, Kaila. “A history buff bought a piece of a tent from Goodwill for $1,700. It really did belong to George Washington.” CNN. 7/21/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/21/us/george-washington-tent-fragment-goodwill/index.html Ogliore, Talia. “Archaeologists report earliest evidence for plant farming in east Africa.” EurekAlert. 7/9/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1050678 Orie, Amarachi. “New Titanic photos show major decay to legendary wreck.” CNN. 9/2/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/02/science/titanic-photos-show-major-decay-intl-scli/index.html Owsley DW, Bruwelheide KS, Harney É, et al. Historical and archaeogenomic identification of high-status Englishmen at Jamestown, Virginia. Antiquity. 2024;98(400):1040-1054. doi:10.15184/aqy.2024.75 org . “New finds in treasure-laden shipwreck off Colombia.” 8/9/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-08-treasure-laden-shipwreck-colombia.html#google_vignette Pirchner, Deborah. “Pompeii skeleton discovery shows another natural disaster may have made Vesuvius eruption even more deadly.” EurekAlert. 7/18/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1050523 Qiblawi, Adnan. “A Metal Tube in a Polish Museum Turns Out to Be a 150-Year-Old Time Capsule.” Artnet. 7/5/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/polish-museum-time-capsule-2508303 Cooley et al, Rainforest response to glacial terminations before and after human arrival in Lutruwita (Tasmania), Quaternary Science Reviews (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.quascirev.2024.108572 Schrader, Adam. “Historian Identifies Lost Henry VIII Portrait in Background of Social Media Photo.” Artnet. 7/26/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/historian-identifies-henry-viii-portrait-social-media-photo-2517144 Seaton, Jamie. “Did Prehistoric Children Make Figurines Out of Clay?” Smithsonian. 7/2/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/did-prehistoric-children-make-figurines-out-of-clay-180984534/ Solly, Melian. “Archaeologists Say They've Solved the Mystery of a Lead Coffin Discovered Beneath Notre-Dame.” Smithsonian. 9/18/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-solved-the-mystery-of-a-lead-coffin-discovered-beneath-notre-dame-180985103/ Stockholm University. "Study reveals isolation, endogamy and pathogens in early medieval Spanish community." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 28 August 2024. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/08/240828154921.htm. Strickland, Ashley. “Archaeologists unearth tiny 3,500-year-old clay tablet following an earthquake.” CNN. 8/16/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/16/science/ancient-cuneiform-tablet-turkey-earthquake/index.html Svennevig, Birgitte. “Chemical analyses find hidden elements from renaissance astronomer Tycho Brahe's alchemy laboratory.” EurekAlert. 7/24/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1052085 The History Blog. “Animal figurine found in early Viking settlement in Iceland.” 8/27/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70960 The History Blog. “Bronze Age axe found off Norwegian coast.” 7/14/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70697 The History Blog. “Tomb of military leader in Augustus' wars in Spain found in Pompeii.” 7/17/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70715 The History Blog. “Wolf teeth found in ancient Venetii cremation burial.” 9/25/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/71171 Thomas AE, Hill ME, Stricker L, et al. The Dogs of Tsenacomoco: Ancient DNA Reveals the Presence of Local Dogs at Jamestown Colony in the Early Seventeenth Century. American Antiquity. 2024;89(3):341-359. doi:10.1017/aaq.2024.25 Thorsberg, Christian. “Sticks Discovered in Australian Cave Shed New Light on an Aboriginal Ritual Passed Down for 12,000 Years.” Smithsonian. 7/9/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/sticks-discovered-in-australian-cave-shed-new-light-on-an-aboriginal-ritual-passed-down-for-12000-years-180984642/ Whiddington, Richard. “Van Gogh's ‘Irises' Appear Blue Today, But Were Once More Violet, New Research Finds.” Artnet. 7/24/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/van-gogh-irises-getty-2515593 Whiddington, Richard. “Was Venice's Famed Winged Lion Statue Actually Made in China?.” Artnet. 9/17/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/bronze-venice-lion-from-china-2537486 Wizevich, Eli. “Newly Deciphered, 4,000-Year-Old Cuneiform Tablets Used Lunar Eclipses to Predict Major Events.” Smithsonian. 8/9/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/newly-deciphered-4000-year-old-cuneiform-tablets-used-lunar-eclipses-to-predict-major-events-180984871/ Woolston, Chris. “New study challenges drought theory for Cahokia exodus.” Phys.org. 7/3/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-07-drought-theory-cahokia-exodus.html Potter, Lisa. “Genetics reveal ancient trade routes and path to domestication of the Four Corners potato Genetic analysis shows that ancient.” EurekAlert. 7/24/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1052517 Cell Press. "World's oldest cheese reveals origins of kefir." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 25 September 2024. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/09/240925122859.htm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part one of this edition of Unearthed! is mostly updates - about two-thirds of the episode. The rest is weapons, medicine, and books and letters.  Research: 19 News Investigative Team. “Exhumation of Cleveland Torso Killer's unidentified victims now underway.” https://www.cleveland19.com/2024/08/09/exhumation-cleveland-torso-killers-unidentified-victims-now-underway/ Abdallah, Hanna. “Hydraulic lift technology may have helped build Egypt's iconic Pyramid of Djoser.” EurekAlert. 8/5/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1051645 Addley, Esther. “Dorset ‘Stonehenge' under Thomas Hardy's home given protected status.” The Guardian. 9/24/2024. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/sep/24/dorset-stonehenge-discovered-under-thomas-hardy-home-dorchester Adhi Agus Oktaviana et al, Narrative cave art in Indonesia by 51,200 years ago, Nature (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-07541-7 Agence France-Presse. “‘Virtually intact' wreck off Scotland believed to be Royal Navy warship torpedoed in first world war.” The Guardian. 8/17/2024. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/aug/17/virtually-intact-wreck-off-scotland-believed-to-be-royal-navy-warship-torpedoed-in-wwi Anderson, Sonja. “A Statue of a 12-Year-Old Hiroshima Victim Has Been Stolen.” Smithsonian. 7/16/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/statue-of-a-child-killed-by-the-bombing-of-hiroshima-has-been-stolen-180984710/ Anderson, Sonja. “An 11-Year-Old Boy Rescued a Mysterious Artwork From the Dump. It Turned Out to Be a 500-Year-Old Renaissance Print.” Smithsonian. 9/17/2024 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-11-year-old-boy-rescued-a-mysterious-artwork-from-the-dump-it-turned-out-to-be-a-500-year-old-renaissance-print-180985074/ Anderson, Sonja. “Archaeologists Uncover Ancient Warship's Bronze Battering Ram, Sunk During an Epic Battle Between Rome and Carthage.” Smithsonian. 8/28/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-uncover-ancient-warships-bronze-battering-ram-sunk-during-epic-battle-between-rome-and-carthage-180984983/ ANderson, Sonja. “Someone Anonymously Mailed Two Bronze Age Axes to a Museum in Ireland.” Smithsonian. 7/15/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/two-anonymously-sent-bronze-age-axes-arrive-at-an-irish-museum-in-a-pancake-box-180984704/ Anderson, Sonja. “These Signed Salvador Dalí Prints Were Forgotten in a Garage for Half a Century.” Smithsonian. 8/29/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-signed-salvador-dali-prints-were-forgotten-in-a-garage-for-half-a-century-180984994/ Anderson, Sonja. “What Is the Secret Ingredient Behind Rembrandt's Golden Glow?.” Smithsonian. 8/1/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/what-secret-ingredient-behind-rembrandt-golden-glow-180984816/ “Jamestown DNA helps solve a 400-year-old mystery and unexpectedly reveals a family secret.” Phys.org. 8/13/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-08-jamestown-dna-year-mystery-unexpectedly.html#google_vignette Ariane E. Thomas et al, The Dogs of Tsenacomoco: Ancient DNA Reveals the Presence of Local Dogs at Jamestown Colony in the Early Seventeenth Century, American Antiquity (2024). DOI: 10.1017/aaq.2024.25 Artnet “Previously Unknown Mozart Composition Turns Up in a German Library.” 9/20/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/unheard-mozart-composition-manuscript-found-leipzig-2540432 ArtNet News. “Conservation of a Rubens Masterpiece Turns Up Hidden Alterations.” Artnet. 6/20/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/rubens-judgement-of-paris-conservation-national-gallery-2501839 Artnet News. “Gardner Museum Is Renovating the Room That Witnessed a Notorious Heist.” 9/18/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/gardner-museum-renovate-dutch-room-2538856 Benzine, Vittoria. “Turkish Archaeologists Uncover Millefiori Glass Panels for the First Time.” Artnet. 9/12/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/millefiori-glass-panels-turkey-2535407 Binswanger, Julia. “A Thief Replaced This Iconic Churchill Portrait With a Fake. Two Years Later, the Original Has Been Recovered.” Smithsonian. 9/16/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-thief-replaced-this-iconic-churchill-portrait-with-a-fake-two-years-later-the-original-has-been-recovered-180985075/ Binswanger, Julia. “A Viking-Era Vessel Found in Scotland a Decade Ago Turns Out to Be From Asia.” Smithsonian. 9/4/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-viking-era-vessel-found-in-scotland-a-decade-ago-turns-out-to-be-from-asia-180985021/ Binswanger, Julia. “Hidden Self-Portrait by Norman Cornish Discovered Behind Another Painting .” Smithsonian. 7/24/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-hidden-norman-cornish-self-portrait-is-discovered-on-the-back-of-a-painting-180984741/ Binswanger, Julia. “Students Stumble Upon a Message in a Bottle Written by a French Archaeologist 200 Years Ago.” Smithsonian. 9/25/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/students-discover-french-archaeologists-200-year-old-message-in-a-bottle-just-in-time-on-an-eroding-coast-180985129/ Brinkhof, Tim. “Amateur Sleuths Are Convinced They Have Found Copernicus's Famous Compass.” Artnet. 8/7/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/copernicus-compass-poland-2521967 Brinkhof, Tim. “The U.K. Bars Export of Alan Turing's Wartime Notebooks.” Artnet. 8/19/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/turing-notebooks-uk-export-bar-2525678 Brown, DeNeen L. “Navy exonerates Black sailors charged in Port Chicago disaster 80 years ago.” Washington Post. 7/17/2024. https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2024/07/17/port-chicago-disaster-navy-exonerates-black-sailors/ Bryant, Chris. “Second World War codebreaker Alan Turing's ‘Delilah' project papers at risk of leaving the UK.” Gov.UK. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/second-world-war-codebreaker-alan-turings-delilah-project-papers-at-risk-of-leaving-the-uk Byram, Scott et al. “Clovis points and foreshafts under braced weapon compression: Modeling Pleistocene megafauna encounters with a lithic pike.” PLOS One. 8/21/2024. https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0307996#sec013 Cascone, Sarah. “Long-Lost Artemisia Gentileschi Masterpiece Goes on View After Centuries of Obscurity.” Artnet. 9/9/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/kimbell-art-museum-artemisia-gentileschi-2533554 Cascone, Sarah. “Mythical French ‘Excalibur' Sword Goes Missing.” Artnet. 7/10/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/durandal-sword-in-the-stone-gone-missing-2510560 Casey, Michael. “Discovery of musket balls brings alive one of the first battles in the American Revolution.” Associated Press. 7/17/2024. https://apnews.com/article/revolutionary-war-musket-balls-national-park-service-33dc4a91c00626ad0d27696458f09900 David, B., Mullett, R., Wright, N. et al. Archaeological evidence of an ethnographically documented Australian Aboriginal ritual dated to the last ice age. Nat Hum Behav 8, 1481–1492 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-024-01912-w Davis, Lisa Fagan. “Multispectral Imaging and the Voynich Manuscript.” Manuscript Road Trip. 9/8/2024. https://manuscriptroadtrip.wordpress.com/2024/09/08/multispectral-imaging-and-the-voynich-manuscript/ Deliso, Meredith. “Witness gets emotional recounting doomed Titan dive during Coast Guard hearing on submersible implosion.” ABC News. 9/19/2024. https://abcnews.go.com/US/oceangate-titan-coast-guard-hearing-mission-specialist/story?id=113843817 Feldman, Ella. “Painting Attributed to Rembrandt Found Tucked Away Inside an Attic in Maine.” 9/6/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/painting-attributed-to-rembrandt-found-tucked-away-inside-an-attic-in-maine-180985036/ Fox, Jeremy C. “A French ship that sank after a collision in fog in 1856 off the Mass. coast has been found.” Boston Globe. 9/7/2024.. https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/09/07/metro/ship-sank-1856-found-massachusetts/?event=event12 com News Staff. “Bullet found with remains during excavation at Oaklawn Cemetery, marks 3rd confirmed gunshot victim.” 8/2/2024. https://www.fox23.com/news/bullet-found-with-remains-during-excavation-at-oaklawn-cemetery-marks-3rd-confirmed-gunshot-victim/article_bf2eb2c8-5122-11ef-b13a-7f883d394aae.html Giordano, Gaia et al. “Forensic toxicology backdates the use of coca plant (Erythroxylum spp.) in Europe to the early 1600s.” Journal of Archaeological Science. Volume 170, 2024, 106040, ISSN 0305-4403, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jas.2024.106040. Gouevia, Flavia. “Donegal farmer uncovers 22kg slab of ancient bog butter.” The Irish News. 9/13/2024. https://www.irishnews.com/news/ireland/donegal-farmer-uncovers-22kg-slab-of-ancient-bog-butter-YUJKZVXG6NH43G3SBZ3DAUDCHI/ Hawkins, Grant. “Texas A&M's Quest To Save An Alamo Cannon.” Texas A&M Today. 7/31/2024. https://today.tamu.edu/2024/07/31/texas-ams-quest-to-save-an-alamo-cannon/ Howe, Craig and Lukas Rieppel. “Why museums should repatriate fossils.” Nature. 6/18/2024. https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-02027-y Ian G. Barber et al, American sweet potato and Asia-Pacific crop experimentation during early colonisation of temperate-climate Aotearoa/New Zealand, Antiquity (2024). DOI: 10.15184/aqy.2024.143 Imai, Kunihiko. “Researchers identify mystery artifact from ancient capital.” The Ashai Shimbun. 9/5/2024. https://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/15415562 Kael, Sascha. “The plague may have caused the downfall of the Stone Age farmers.” EurekAlert. 7/10/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1050694 Kokkinidis, Tasos. “Second Ancient Shipwreck Discovered at Antikythera, Greece.” Greek Reporter. 7/1/2024. https://greekreporter.com/2024/07/01/second-ancient-shipwreck-discovered-antikythera-greece/ Kovac, Adam. “17th-Century Mummified Brains Test Positive for Cocaine.” 8/27/2024. https://gizmodo.com/17th-century-mummified-brains-test-positive-for-cocaine-2000491460 Kuta, Sarah. “Divers Can Now Explore Historic Shipwrecks in Lake Michigan More Easily.” Smithsonian. 8/23/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/divers-can-now-explore-historic-shipwrecks-in-lake-michigan-more-easily-180984959/ Kuta, Sarah. “Divers Find Crates of Unopened Champagne in 19th-Century Shipwreck.” Smithsonian. 7/31/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/divers-find-shipwreck-loaded-with-champagne-near-sweden-180984784/ Kuta, Sarah. “DNA Reveals Identity of Officer on the Lost Franklin Expedition—and His Remains Show Signs of Cannibalism.” Smithsonian. 9/26/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/dna-reveals-identity-of-officer-on-the-lost-franklin-expedition-and-his-remains-show-signs-of-cannibalism-180985154/ Kuta, Sarah. “Shipwreck Found in Lake Michigan 130 Years After Sinking With Captain's ‘Intelligent and Faithful' Dog Onboard.” Smithsonian. 7/25/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/shipwreck-found-in-lake-michigan-130-years-after-sinking-with-captains-intelligent-and-faithful-dog-onboard-180984766/ Larson, Christina. “Stonehenge's 'altar stone' originally came from Scotland and not Wales, new research shows.” Phys.org. 8/17/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-08-stonehenge-altar-stone-scotland-wales.html Lawson-Tancred, Jo. “A Marble God Is Found in an Ancient Roman Sewer.” Artnet. 7/9/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/marble-hermes-ancient-roman-sewer-2509628 Lawson-Tancred, Jo. “Legal Battle Intensifies Over Tunnel That May ‘Irreversibly Harm' Stonehenge.” Artnet. 7/24/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/legal-battle-stonehenge-tunnel-2515809 Martin B. Sweatman, Representations of calendars and time at Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe support an astronomical interpretation of their symbolism, Time and Mind (2024). DOI: 10.1080/1751696X.2024.2373876 Merrington, Andrew. “Archaeological scanners offer 2,000-year window into the world of Roman medicine.” Phys.org. 7/16/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-07-archaeological-scanners-year-window-world.html#google_vignette Metcalfe, Tom. “3 shipwrecks from 'forgotten battle' of World War II discovered off remote Alaskan island.” LiveScience. 8/18/2024. https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/3-shipwrecks-from-forgotten-battle-of-world-war-ii-discovered-off-remote-alaskan-island Moreno-Mayar, J.V., Sousa da Mota, B., Higham, T. et al. Ancient Rapanui genomes reveal resilience and pre-European contact with the Americas. Nature 633, 389–397 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-024-07881-4 National Museum of Ireland. “Appeal for information about Bronze Age axeheads found in Westmeath.” https://www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/Appeal-for-information-about-Bronze-Age-Axeheads-F Nichols, Kaila. “A history buff bought a piece of a tent from Goodwill for $1,700. It really did belong to George Washington.” CNN. 7/21/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/21/us/george-washington-tent-fragment-goodwill/index.html Ogliore, Talia. “Archaeologists report earliest evidence for plant farming in east Africa.” EurekAlert. 7/9/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1050678 Orie, Amarachi. “New Titanic photos show major decay to legendary wreck.” CNN. 9/2/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/02/science/titanic-photos-show-major-decay-intl-scli/index.html Owsley DW, Bruwelheide KS, Harney É, et al. Historical and archaeogenomic identification of high-status Englishmen at Jamestown, Virginia. Antiquity. 2024;98(400):1040-1054. doi:10.15184/aqy.2024.75 org . “New finds in treasure-laden shipwreck off Colombia.” 8/9/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-08-treasure-laden-shipwreck-colombia.html#google_vignette Pirchner, Deborah. “Pompeii skeleton discovery shows another natural disaster may have made Vesuvius eruption even more deadly.” EurekAlert. 7/18/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1050523 Qiblawi, Adnan. “A Metal Tube in a Polish Museum Turns Out to Be a 150-Year-Old Time Capsule.” Artnet. 7/5/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/polish-museum-time-capsule-2508303 Cooley et al, Rainforest response to glacial terminations before and after human arrival in Lutruwita (Tasmania), Quaternary Science Reviews (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.quascirev.2024.108572 Schrader, Adam. “Historian Identifies Lost Henry VIII Portrait in Background of Social Media Photo.” Artnet. 7/26/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/historian-identifies-henry-viii-portrait-social-media-photo-2517144 Seaton, Jamie. “Did Prehistoric Children Make Figurines Out of Clay?” Smithsonian. 7/2/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/did-prehistoric-children-make-figurines-out-of-clay-180984534/ Solly, Melian. “Archaeologists Say They've Solved the Mystery of a Lead Coffin Discovered Beneath Notre-Dame.” Smithsonian. 9/18/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-say-theyve-solved-the-mystery-of-a-lead-coffin-discovered-beneath-notre-dame-180985103/ Stockholm University. "Study reveals isolation, endogamy and pathogens in early medieval Spanish community." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 28 August 2024. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/08/240828154921.htm. Strickland, Ashley. “Archaeologists unearth tiny 3,500-year-old clay tablet following an earthquake.” CNN. 8/16/2024. https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/16/science/ancient-cuneiform-tablet-turkey-earthquake/index.html Svennevig, Birgitte. “Chemical analyses find hidden elements from renaissance astronomer Tycho Brahe's alchemy laboratory.” EurekAlert. 7/24/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1052085 The History Blog. “Animal figurine found in early Viking settlement in Iceland.” 8/27/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70960 The History Blog. “Bronze Age axe found off Norwegian coast.” 7/14/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70697 The History Blog. “Tomb of military leader in Augustus' wars in Spain found in Pompeii.” 7/17/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/70715 The History Blog. “Wolf teeth found in ancient Venetii cremation burial.” 9/25/2024. http://www.thehistoryblog.com/archives/71171 Thomas AE, Hill ME, Stricker L, et al. The Dogs of Tsenacomoco: Ancient DNA Reveals the Presence of Local Dogs at Jamestown Colony in the Early Seventeenth Century. American Antiquity. 2024;89(3):341-359. doi:10.1017/aaq.2024.25 Thorsberg, Christian. “Sticks Discovered in Australian Cave Shed New Light on an Aboriginal Ritual Passed Down for 12,000 Years.” Smithsonian. 7/9/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/sticks-discovered-in-australian-cave-shed-new-light-on-an-aboriginal-ritual-passed-down-for-12000-years-180984642/ Whiddington, Richard. “Van Gogh's ‘Irises' Appear Blue Today, But Were Once More Violet, New Research Finds.” Artnet. 7/24/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/van-gogh-irises-getty-2515593 Whiddington, Richard. “Was Venice's Famed Winged Lion Statue Actually Made in China?.” Artnet. 9/17/2024. https://news.artnet.com/art-world/bronze-venice-lion-from-china-2537486 Wizevich, Eli. “Newly Deciphered, 4,000-Year-Old Cuneiform Tablets Used Lunar Eclipses to Predict Major Events.” Smithsonian. 8/9/2024. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/newly-deciphered-4000-year-old-cuneiform-tablets-used-lunar-eclipses-to-predict-major-events-180984871/ Woolston, Chris. “New study challenges drought theory for Cahokia exodus.” Phys.org. 7/3/2024. https://phys.org/news/2024-07-drought-theory-cahokia-exodus.html Potter, Lisa. “Genetics reveal ancient trade routes and path to domestication of the Four Corners potato Genetic analysis shows that ancient.” EurekAlert. 7/24/2024. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1052517 Cell Press. 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In the spirit of Oktoberfest, this episode of the Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different is a look back into our conversation with Professor Edward Slingerland, a distinguished scholar and author of Drunk: How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way into Civilization. They delve into the cultural and historical significance of alcohol consumption, examining its role in human civilization. Professor Slingerland argues that alcohol has been pivotal in social bonding, creativity, and even the development of agriculture. They discuss how different cultures approach drinking, highlighting the benefits of moderation and the potential harms of excessive consumption. The episode offers a nuanced perspective on alcohol's impact on society. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   Edward Slingerland on Why Humans Enjoy Getting Drunk Professor Slingerland begins by addressing a fundamental question: why do humans enjoy getting drunk? The simple answer is that it feels good. However, this leads to a deeper inquiry: why has evolution allowed us to enjoy getting drunk? The prevailing narrative suggests that our attraction to intoxication is an evolutionary mistake. Substances like alcohol are often seen as hijacking our brain's reward circuits, providing pleasure without any evolutionary purpose. Contrary to this view, Professor Slingerland argues that alcohol has played a significant role in human evolution. Unlike other pleasurable activities that evolution tolerates because they are not overly costly, alcohol consumption can cause real harm. But despite its potential dangers, humans have been focused on making and consuming alcohol for thousands of years. Archaeological evidence shows that humans were brewing beer around 13,000 years ago, well before the advent of agriculture. This suggests that our desire to get intoxicated may have driven the development of agricultural societies.   Alcohol and the Development of Societies One of the key arguments in Professor Slingerland's book is that the first plants domesticated by humans were often those with psychoactive properties, not necessarily those that were nutritionally beneficial. For instance, the ancestor of maize was cultivated for its potential to make beer rather than for food. This desire for intoxication may have been a primary motivator for settling down and forming agricultural societies. Once humans transitioned to agricultural societies, they faced new challenges. Life in these communities was often stressful and monotonous compared to the more egalitarian and diverse lifestyles of hunter-gatherers. Alcohol provided a means to cope with these stresses, enhancing mood and reducing anxiety. This is still true today; many people enjoy a drink after work to mark the transition from a stressful day to a more relaxed evening.   Alcohol and Creativity Alcohol has a long history of being used to enhance creativity. Humans rely heavily on creativity for survival, especially in adapting to changing environments and competing with other groups. However, there's a tension in our brains between the need to innovate and the need to focus. Alcohol can help loosen inhibitions and foster creativity by temporarily downregulating the prefrontal cortex (PFC), which is responsible for executive functions like focus, impulse control, and decision-making. The famous saying "write drunk, edit sober" encapsulates this dynamic. Different psychoactive substances can enhance different cognitive functions. Alcohol can help loosen inhibitions and foster creativity, while stimulants like caffeine can improve focus and task management. This balance between creativity and focus is crucial for innovation and problem-solving. To hear more from Professor Edward Slingerland and the culture of drinking through the ages,

In part two we talk about the the mysteries surrounding Ötzi's final days and hours. We explore what his last meal tells about the era, the harrowing details of his violent death, and the eerie curse that some believe haunts those who've come into contact with him. From the meticulous preservation of his body in the South Tyrol Museum to the decades-long legal battle over the finder's reward, we cover every twist in the tale. Tune in to discover how a 5,300-year-old mummy continues to fascinate and perplex us today. Ötzi the Iceman Final days Last meal Violent death Curse of Ötzi South Tyrol Museum Legal battle Finder's reward Archaeological discovery Prehistoric Europe

We're delighted to welcome back Dr. Ken Feder to talk about his new YouTube series that covers many archaeological frauds & hoaxes, and explains how archaeologists know what they know. Catch his web series here. Ken's books are great - here's an affiliate link to his author's page. Catch our previous episodes with Ken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, who the hell does Joe Biden think he is? Who the hell does he think he is to tell the Israelis that they cannot defeat Hamas, who has said again and again that they want to wipe out the Jewish population in Israel? Who the hell does he think he is to be funding Iran, Hamas, the Houthis, and Hezbollah, arming them with our money, with money from oil sales? Who the hell does he think he is to tell the Jewish people in Israel whether they get to live or whether they get to die? Biden says he provided weapons to Israel; he hasn't provided a damn thing to Israel. Congress provides weapons to Israel. Biden is the one violating the Impoundment Act and the Constitution by withholding it. When Donald Trump says if you're Jewish and you vote for Biden there's something wrong with you – he's exactly right. That is suicide. Biden and Antony Blinken funded October 7th. Donald Trump was destroying Iran, he bankrupted Iran. Biden and Blinken came into office and armed Iran. Also, you can't be a settler or occupier in your own land. “The Jewish people's 3,800-year history in and tied to their ancestral homeland is memorialized in the Hebrew Bible and other writings. Archaeological findings throughout this tiny land confirm the centuries of history of the Jewish people in their land.” Later, the most important aspect of a free society is a predictable rule of law that's applied equally. This is being destroyed by what's taken place in the Manhattan courtroom with Donald Trump. The gag rule exists for the government, not the defendant. Trump needs to be able to speak to the press. Everything that's taken place in that courtroom is diabolical. Finally, Rep Byron Donalds calls in to explain that Biden is making kneejerk decisions based on votes in Michigan. For political reasons Biden is withholding aid to Israel that Israel already paid for and that Congress approved. Biden is doing grave damage to the office of the presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices