We actually recorded this just before we left for Egypt in March this year; it's been in the hopper for a while! Dan Friday, a Native American craftsman and professional glassmaker, joins us to talk about his fascination with glass artifacts of ancient Egypt. Dan was with us on one of our Egypt tours a few years ago, and shared some of his fascination with us at the time.

Along with glassmaking and ancient glass, we also discuss the egyptian vases, the fascinating topic of the Rupert's Drop, connections between ancient mythologies, and much more.

Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben!
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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Glass Making and Artistry
05:56 Historical Significance of Glass in Egypt
11:56 Precision in Ancient Glass Artifacts
18:01 Vibration and Polishing Techniques in Glass Making
27:01 Exploring Ancient Glass and Polishing Techniques
29:36 Precision in Ancient Vase Production
30:28 The Art of Glass Annealing
32:00 Vibrations and Stone Cutting Theories
33:37 Understanding Rupert's Drop and Internal Stress
36:54 The Fragility of Glass and Its Applications
39:03 Machinery and Tools for Glass and Stone Work
42:24 The Complexity of Stone Cutting in Peru
46:53 The Aesthetic and Functional Aspects of Ancient Stones
52:19 Exploring Ancient Civilizations and Shared Histories
54:28 The Importance of Human Connection and Education
56:57 Experiencing the Mystique of the King's Chamber
01:00:26 The Enigma of Ancient Structures and Their Builders
01:03:09 Mysteries of Peru and the Anunnaki
01:06:50 Theories on Ancient Construction Techniques
01:10:01 Unexplained Phenomena and Ancient Technologies
01:15:10 Cultural Myths and Their Significance
01:22:16 Cultural Narratives and Flood Myths
01:24:51 Art as a Reflection of Heritage
01:27:26 The Process of Glassblowing and Artistic Creation
01:32:27 Exploring the Intersection of Tradition and Modernity
01:39:02 Symmetry in Art: A Deeper Look
01:48:01 Ancient Engineering and Mythology
01:49:19 Exploring Ancient Materials and Techniques
01:51:11 Advancements in Archaeological Projects
01:53:32 Controversies in Archaeological Preservation
01:54:52 Debates on Excavation Practices
01:56:50 The Future of Archaeological Discoveries
02:00:06 Diving into Underwater Archaeology
02:02:34 The Importance of Shared History
02:06:15 Repatriation and Cultural Heritage
02:09:25 Evolving Perspectives in Egyptology

We are joined by Marc Young to discuss the Khafre Scans, the credibility of the conclusions from the scan data, and the future of this type of technology if it is viable.

In the second half of the show, we talk about Marc's encounters with fraud in academia, and the problems with the peer review system.

We are going to Peru in October of 2025!! Sign up now and join us, Ben from UnchartedX, and Yousef Aywan from the Khemet School on an epic journey through the highlands of Peru:
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Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben!
https://eveningattheexplorersclub.eventbrite.com/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Geophysical Archaeology
01:30 Understanding Synthetic Aperture Radar Technology
04:59 Applications of SAR in Archaeology
08:49 Challenges in Validating Geophysical Data
12:00 Exploring Potential Sites for Scanning
16:00 Natural Features and Geological Considerations
20:02 Interpreting Geophysical Data and Findings
24:58 The Role of Water in Archaeological Structures
26:37 Exploring Ancient Structures and Water Tables
29:19 Theories of Ancient Civilizations and Doomsday Bunkers
30:47 Geological Insights and Ancient Engineering
34:24 Hydraulic Systems and Water Management in Ancient Egypt
36:56 Data Interpretation and the Search for Hidden Structures
39:20 Skepticism and Media Representation of Scientific Findings
46:31 The Challenges of Peer Review and Data Release
54:37 Skepticism and Scientific Methodology
01:02:31 The Sun et al. Paper and Its Controversies
01:20:42 Investigating Scientific Fraud
01:23:05 The Consequences of Whistleblowing
01:27:10 The Integrity of Scientific Research
01:29:49 The Role of Money in Science
01:33:04 The Challenges of Peer Review
01:38:59 Corruption and Conspiracy in Academia
01:48:01 The Future of Scientific Publishing
01:58:24 The Intersection of Science and Political Narratives
02:01:15 Conspiracies in the Scientific Community
02:04:49 The Evolution of Skepticism in Alternative History
02:09:31 The Journey from Speculation to Scientific Inquiry
02:12:55 Future Endeavors and Academic Integrity
02:16:51 The State of Science and Integrity in Research

This was a fun discussion! Back in the tangent cube at last, we cover some of the highlights of our long trip through Egypt and Turkey, from Cappadocia and Derenkuyu to Gobekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe, the Pyramids and the Osirieon, ancient tools and lost vaults of knowledge. We talk about the mythology connected with the structures, and focus a lot of time on the Osiris Myth. Thank you all for your patience as we travel, and your continued support!

We are going to Peru in October of 2025!! Sign up now and join us, Ben from UnchartedX, and Yousef Aywan from the Khemet School on an epic journey through the highlands of Peru:
https://unchartedx.com/2025peru2/

Join us, Ben from UnchartedX, Adam Young, and Karoly Poka for an afternoon at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York where we will peruse their collection of Ancient Egyptian artifacts, then we will move to the Explorer's Club for dinner and presentations from us and Ben!
https://eveningattheexplorersclub.eventbrite.com/

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome Back and Reflections on the Journey
02:53 Exploring Cappadocia's Underground Cities
05:42 The Role of Special Permissions in Archaeology
08:51 Airflow and Structural Integrity of Ancient Tunnels
11:39 Connections to Ancient Myths and Stories
14:45 The Evolution of Gobekli Tepe's Structures
22:02 Symbolism of the Lion's Gate and Sphinxes
26:52 Samson, Gilgamesh, and the Cycle of Civilizations
33:35 The Significance of Hair and Statues in Ancient Egypt
45:36 Exploring Ancient Symbolism and Mythology
47:06 The Osiris Myth: Variations and Interpretations
49:40 Experiencing the Osirian: Personal Reflections
51:32 Architectural Insights: The Construction Techniques of Ancient Egypt
54:38 Theories on Ancient Tools and Techniques
57:41 The Connection Between the Temple and the Osirieon
01:00:21 Excavation Insights: The History of the Osirieon
01:02:56 The Alignment and Purpose of Ancient Structures
01:06:26 The Osiris Myth: A Foundation of Civilization
01:25:06 The Evolution of Myths and Civilizations
01:27:15 The Eye of Horus and Lunar Symbolism
01:29:26 The Sabians: Pilgrims of Knowledge
01:31:46 Hermeticism and Ancient Astronomers
01:35:08 Exploring Gobekli Tepe and Its Mysteries
01:39:02 Lithics and Their Connection to Ancient Cultures
01:42:57 Contrasting Technologies: Lithics vs. Megaliths
01:48:22 The Evolution of Craftsmanship in Ancient Civilizations
02:01:17 Midden Accumulation and Cultural Practices
02:05:48 Future Discoveries in Neolithic Archaeology