They’re on the Level

History Buffoons Podcast

Ever struggled with taking pills without water, or remember the quirky methods you used as a kid to mask those chalky tablet tastes? We're kicking off this episode with personal stories about our adventures with headaches and medications, from using Cool Whip to swallow pills to laughing at how movies make pill-taking look so effortless. After a few chuckles, we dive into a delightful review of Three Sheeps Brewery's latest beer, appreciating their minimalistic setup and the freedom to BYOF (bring your own food) to enhance the experience.
Our beer talk soon leads to a captivating lesson on one of history's grandest feats: the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza. Ever wonder how those ancient builders pulled off such precise engineering with rudimentary tools? We break down the use of copper tools, sand-embedded saws, and the innovative methods of transporting massive stones via the Nile. Plus, we unravel the myth that slaves built the pyramids, revealing insights from Egyptologist Dr. Zahi Hawass about the honored status of these skilled workers.
Finally, we explore the deeper purpose of pyramids beyond being mere tombs, pondering theories about their alignment with Orion's belt and their potential role in transforming men into gods. Our chat takes a fun twist with a nod to the movie "Stargate" and its impact on sci-fi TV. So, grab your favorite brew and join us for an episode brimming with history, humor, and a fresh perspective on some of humanity's most intriguing marvels.
Sources:
The Pyramids of Egypt- How & Why They Were Built

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jEad6zxaFk

Directed by Jobim Sampson

Narrated by Eric Meyers

The Egyptian Pyramid

https://www.si.edu/spotlight/ancient-egypt/pyramid

Probing Question: How were the Egyptian pyramids built?

Penn State

https://www.psu.edu/news/research/story/probing-question-how-were-egyptian-pyramids-built/

By by Marissa McCauley

Egypt discovers workers' tombs near pyramids

The Associated Press

https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna34794254

National Museum of Natural History

https://www.si.edu/spotlight/ancient-egypt/pyramid

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1. They’re on the Level (00:00:00)

2. Medicine, Pills, and Three Sheeps (00:00:11)

3. Building the Great Pyramids (00:04:10)

4. The Secrets of Pyramid Construction (00:16:14)

5. Building the Pyramids (00:28:50)

6. Ancient Pyramids and More (00:34:21)