Discover how a young boy's fascination with ancient Egypt led him to uncover a hidden treasure trove of pharaohs' riches. Explore the suspenseful moment when, after years of searching, Howard finally peered into the untouched tomb, revealing dazzling artifacts, glittering gold, and secrets from a time long ago.Get $10 off StoryButton, a podcast player for ki ... Show More
May 7
Walkmans, iPods, and the Journey of Music Technology
The way people listen to music has changed dramatically over time. Early listeners gathered around phonographs and records, followed by radios, cassette players, and portable Walkmans. Later came CDs, MP3 players, and streaming music on phones. Each new invention made music easie ... Show More
9m 12s
May 2
The Mandalorian: A Space Adventure
"May the Fourth be with you!" Happy Star Wars Day! In a galaxy far, far away, there's a mysterious hero known as the Mandalorian. He wears shiny armor and travels through space on exciting adventures. The Mandalorian is a special kind of warrior called a bounty hunter, and he has ... Show More
9m 51s
Nov 2022
Tutankhamun's Trumpet and the Long, Winding Past of Ancient Egypt: Interview with Egyptologist Toby Wilkinson
<p>What ties the long history of ancient Egypt together into a meaningful whole? Professor Toby Wilkinson, one of the most renowned Egyptologists on the planet, visits to talk about the unity of ancient Egyptian history through the lens of the fascinating array of objects found i ... Show More
39m 35s
Oct 2022
S7E3.5 - Overheard on Greeking Out - The Hole Where King Tut’s Heart Used to Be
This is a kid-friendly episode of Overheard at Nat Geo! We encounter descriptions of mummification, a game show, lots of Black Goo, the aftermath of the Amarna period, and a missing heart! We dig into why ancient Egyptian King Tutankhamun’s heart is missing from his tomb and what ... Show More
27m 34s
May 2021
143: The Boy King Tutankhamun
From baby to boy. For all his fame and glamour, the life of Tut'ankhamun was more difficult than it seems. The young king dealt with physical challenges and a social environment that treated him as an "idea," more than a person. Today, studies of his mummy give us clues at his ea ... Show More
32m 12s
May 2021
143b: Tutankhamun, Fun and Fashion
When archaeologists opened the tomb King Tut'ankhamun, they found many of his childhood possessions inside. Today, we can get a sense of his life by looking at his games, toys, and clothes. Date: c. 1353 – 1340 BCE. Website: www.egyptianhistorypodcast.com. Support the show via Pa ... Show More
31m 19s
Mar 2024
124: Dark History: Was this demonic 90s toy SPYING on us!?
Hi friends, happy Wednesday!Remember Beanie Baby Mania? It was INSANE. Everyone thought these things would be worth thousands. And then outta nowhere, Furby showed up and completely changed the game, terrorizing kids and adults alike with those creepy little eyes and phrases. If ... Show More
1h 5m