Ancient Technology Podcast

Luke Caverns, anthropologist, jungle explorer, and Joe Rogan guest, joins the show for a deep dive into ancient civilizations. His family has been hunting lost Spanish gold for 130 years. He's dodged fer-de-lance snakes in Central American jungles, received a self-destructing email from a Russian black market artifact dealer, and heard firsthand about secret warehouse of Aztec relics.We break down the mysterious Olmec "Traveler" monument and what it suggests about pre-Columbian contact with the Old World, the precision Egyptian stone vases that modern engineers can't explain, Luke's theory that the Giza pyramids were cenotaphs, not tombs, the archaeology vs. outsider feud, psychedelics in ancient shamanic practices, and how Luke went from college student to one of the biggest young voices in ancient history.

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0:00:00 - Intro

0:01:23 - Luke's Origin & Family History: Lost Spanish Gold Mines

0:19:20 - Jungle Expeditions, LIDAR & Field Work in the Americas

0:36:05 - Thor Heyerdahl, Kon-Tiki & the Case for Ancient Seafaring

0:41:48 - Easter Island & Who Really Got There First?

0:44:33 - The Olmecs & Depictions of Foreign Visitors in Mesoamerica

0:50:08 - Why Academia Resists Long-Distance Contact Theories

0:51:24 - Ancient Egyptian Hard-Stone Vessel Precision

0:53:09 - Outsiders vs. Establishment: The War in Archaeology

0:57:50 - The Hard-Stone Vessels: What Were They Really For?

1:11:00 - Egyptian Philosophy & Its Lost Influence on Greece

1:12:00 - The Mind-Bending Timescale of Egyptian Civilization

1:19:17 - The Great Pyramid: Tomb Theory or Something Else?

1:33:03 - Pyramids as Cult Centers & Lost Sacred Knowledge

1:38:21 - Egyptian Mystery Schools: What Were They Hiding?

1:43:40 - Why Luke Loves Alexandria More Than the Pyramids

1:47:39 - The Lighthouse of Alexandria & the Lost Wonders of the Ancient World

1:51:15 - Ptolemaic Egypt's Grand Renaissance & Alexander's Legacy

1:58:11 - How Alexander the Great Founded Alexandria

2:01:00 - The Lighthouse: How Did the Ptolemies Lift Those Blocks?

2:04:56 - Going on the Joe Rogan Experience

2:15:34 - Future Plans: LIDAR Discoveries & the Explorers Club

Lidar Mapping of El Mirador: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/366194516_LiDAR_analyses_in_the_contiguous_Mirador-Calakmul_Karst_Basin_Guatemala_an_introduction_to_new_perspectives_on_regional_early_Maya_socioeconomic_and_political_organization

Lidar Mapping of Palenque: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212054823000383

Reconstructing the Serapeum in Alexandria: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-roman-studies/article/abs/reconstructing-the-serapeum-in-alexandria-from-the-archaeological-evidence/2B41066E2FD232545126880FC6D0E5F3

Kon-Tiki Museum: https://www.kon-tiki.no/en/home

What’s really under Giza? In this episode of the Ancient Technology Podcast, Karoly sits down with Filippo Biondi (satellite/SAR specialist) and Armando Mei (Giza researcher) to translate the buzz around pyramid “scans” into plain English. We break down how satellite synthetic aperture radar (SAR), muon tomography, and seismic methods actually work, what they can (and can’t) see, and how new processing pipelines can surface hidden structures and water signatures beneath the Giza Plateau.

Filippo explains measuring resonance and micro-movements from space (Doppler/phase analysis) and how those techniques adapt to ancient monuments. Armando walks through site alignments, long-standing hypotheses, and why detector placement matters for the well-known “big void” above the Grand Gallery. Together we compare signals reported at Khufu (Great Pyramid), discuss targeted scanning around Khafre and the Sphinx, and outline a practical roadmap for future surveys—minus the hype.

Filippo Biondi's website: https://www.harmonicsar.com/

Armando Mei on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArmandoMei

Cosmic Summit presentation of Filippo and Armando: https://cosmicsummit.live/content/dr-filippio-biondi-armando-mei

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0:00:00 - Intro

0:03:28 - How did the research begin

0:06:16 - How the satellite Doppler method works

0:08:30 - Hidden chambers in the Great Pyramid

0:13:12 - How the SAR measurements work

0:17:35 - Physics & astronomy correlations (Sphinx, Orion, precession)

0:23:49 - How can we see underground

0:34:17 - Underground pillars & network across Giza

0:42:21 - Validation tests; tunnels, water & Osiris shaft

0:49:17 - Tools & processing (Matlab, CPU vs GPU)

0:50:24 - Next sites to scan

0:53:54 - Tunnel under the Sphinx

0:54:57 - Other interesting sites

0:57:40 - ScanPyramids and muon scan comparison

1:07:15 - Scanning depth limits & future system

1:10:59 - Team

1:12:22 - Debunkers

In this episode of the Ancient Technology Podcast, historian Dr. David Miano talks with researchers Adam Young and Károly Póka about the controversial Vase Scan Project and the mainstream views of pyramid dating. Are Egypt’s precision vases evidence of lost technology — or are they being misinterpreted?

We dive into the methods, the scans, and the interpretations to clarify the doubts, answer the critics, and explore whether these discoveries change what we know about ancient Egyptian civilization.

More About the Vase Scan Project: https://www.artifactfoundation.org/

Dr. David Miano's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UC64TYItcUS940vNWhQRnJWg

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:02:18 - David's perspective on the Vase Scan Project

00:05:09 - Adam's early evidence & research motivation

00:07:04 - Main hypothesis

00:15:03 - Traditional dating vs alternative views

00:22:13 - Scanning methodology

00:24:54 - Hand made or machine made

00:29:26 - Measuring precision: circularity

00:33:35 - What tools and culture made these

00:50:22 - Zahi Hawass and mainstream archaeology

00:55:26 - Dating of the Great Pyramid of Giza

01:05:28 - Khufu's cartouche

01:14:59 - Outro

We brought a micron-accurate 3D scanner into the Petrie Museum to examine Egypt’s oldest stone vases—piece by piece, same setup, same pipeline. Are these artifacts truly hand-shaped… or do the numbers hint at something far more precise? Watch the scans, the heatmaps, and the side-by-side benchmarks—and decide with us.

More info: https://www.artifactfoundation.org/

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0:00:00 - Intro

0:01:25 - Background Story

0:05:27 - 3D scanning technologies

0:09:42 - Metrology

0:11:31 - Comparison of technologies

0:14:34 - Scanning in the Petrie Museums

0:24:30 - Analignment Problem

0:29:11 - Steps of Analysis

0:37:37 - Modern Tolerances

0:38:35 - Reference objects

0:44:14 - Scan Results

0:48:32 - Conclusion

0:51:59 - Special Thanks

⚠️ EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ⚠️

In this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Dominique Görlitz—German vegetation geographer, experimental archaeologist, sailor, and author—to explore his 2013 Khufu Graffiti Scandal and the Interpol investigation. He also reveals the “cocaine mummies” analysis from his PhD research.

Here’s just a taste of what you’ll learn:

- How he snuck into the Great Pyramid’s hidden chambers

- What iron‑tool evidence he uncovered in the Great Pyramid and from Predynastic Egypt

- How he recreated Nagada boat‑building—and sailed them across the AtlanticDon’t miss the experiments that rewrites history

only on the Ancient Technology Podcast!

Dr. Görlitz's channel: https://nuoflix.de/aboratv

Reedboat project: http://www.abora.eu/

First Identification of Drugs in Egyptian Mummies - Svetlana Balabanova: https://sci-hub.se/10.1007/BF01140178

The Occurrence of Cocaine in Egyptian Mummies - Dominique Görlitz: https://ul.qucosa.de/api/qucosa%3A15120/attachment/ATT-0/

Join us for a clear, evidence‑focused conversation and discover the real story behind these intriguing findings. Available now on all major podcast platforms.

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SHOW NOTES:

00:00:00 – Intro

00:03:10 – Origins of the Abora Science Center

00:08:07 – Thor Heyerdahl’s Legacy and Inspiration

00:10:24 – Dr. Görlitz’s Research

00:27:58 – Forensic Evidence of Nicotine and Cocaine in Predynastic Mummies

00:46:20 – Experimental Atlantic Voyages on Reed Boats

01:14:46 – Mummies and Step Pyramids on the Canary Islands

01:39:01 – The 2013 Khufu Graffiti Scandal

02:17:59 – Iron Tool Mark Evidence in the King’s Chamber

02:19:31 – How Two People Lifted Granite Beams in the Pyramid

02:25:43 – Upcoming Projects

Could ancient stone circles hold secrets of human history and mysterious events?

Join us in Amesbury, near Stonehenge, as we explore intriguing connections between ancient Egypt, Turkey's enigmatic sites like Göbekli Tepe and Karahan Tepe, and England's mysterious stone circles.

Renowned author and researcher Hugh Newman, known for his extensive work on megalithic structures and ancient civilizations, guides us through these captivating correlations. We dive deep into fascinating questions, including whether Göbekli Tepe was deliberately buried and what these discoveries mean for our understanding of early human history. Together with Kyle Allen from the Brothers of the Serpent podcast, we discuss new archaeological insights, astronomical alignments, and the shared secrets of ancient cultures. Prepare for a conversation filled with history, mystery, and revelations that challenge conventional narratives.

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0:00 - Introduction

3:04 - The Haunted Hotel

5:25 - Hugh’s Journey - From Childhood to Ancient Sites

7:28 - Current Research - Turkey’s Megalithic Secrets

11:10 - Was Göbekli Tepe Deliberately Buried?

14:07 - Exploring Multiple Sites: A Broader Picture

15:29 - Karahan Tepe’s Unique Features

19:43 - Primitive Tools vs. Advanced Megaliths

25:18 - Was it buried or just left alone

32:55 - Terrazzo Floors and Missing Pottery

36:42 - A Lost Culture? Builders and Successors

42:40 - Global Connections - Serbia, Egypt, and Beyond

44:35 - Fertility Symbolism and Ancient Myths

51:42 - Linking Stonehenge with Egypt and Turkey

54:59 - Wrap-Up

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the shocking evidence that mainstream history simply can't explain. Ben from UnchartedX shares his journey from a tech background to becoming a leading voice on alternative ancient history. Discover how his interest was sparked by Graham Hancock's work, leading to firsthand research trips to Peru, Bolivia, and Egypt. We delve into:

- The Evidence for Lost Ancient Technologies:Uncover the secrets hidden in ancient sites, from precision-crafted vases to mysterious drill holes.

- The Debate on Egyptology: Hear about Ben's experiences, including the infamous non-debate with Zahi Hawass, and his critique of the mainstream archaeological narrative.

- The Role of Modern Technology in Archaeology: Learn how new technologies like 3D scanning and high-quality video are revolutionizing our understanding of historical artifacts.

- The Future of Ancient History Research: Ben discusses ongoing projects like the Vase Scan initiative and the potential for multidisciplinary approaches in archaeology.Whether you're a history buff, an engineer fascinated by ancient precision, or just curious about the untold stories of our past, this episode promises to challenge your perceptions and inspire further exploration into Earth's enigmatic history.

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0:02:10 - Ben’s journey in ancient history

0:13:53 - New discoveries

0:16:21 - Experimental archaeology

0:18:08 - Vases

0:42:57 - Modern tool marks on sites

0:45:22 - Who built the pyramids?

0:53:25 - Skeptics and debunkers

0:59:00 - Is Ben wrong?

1:03:34 - Geopolymers

1:08:00 - The arrogance of humanity

1:10:51 - The cyclical nature of humanity

1:14:44 - An ancient global civilization

1:19:08 - Khufu's graffiti in the Great Pyramid

1:25:44 - The Great Sphinx

1:34:53 - The erosion mystery

1:41:47 - Inside the Black Pyramid

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0:00:00 - Intro0:02:30 - Measurement in Petrie Museum0:07:14 - Depictions of vase making0:11:35 - How could we really make them0:32:56 - Ancient flamingo symbol0:35:57 - Petrie Core 7 and drill holes0:57:26 - Ultrasonic resonance1:07:10 - Scientists Against Myths reproduction1:19:42 - Creating mechanical vibration1:31:11 - Saw cuts1:36:25 - Wrap up

Join Jahannah and me as we unravel the enigmatic origins of Easter Island and its iconic Moai statues. Discover the secrets behind how these massive sculptures were crafted and hear about the strange magnetic ball found on Rapa Nui. We also explore the fascinating polygonal stone masonry on the island—structures that starkly differ from the newer types of masonry. Plus, we touch on the cutting-edge Vase Scanning project and dive into Jahannah’s intriguing insights about the legendary lost city of Atlantis. #easterisland #rapanui #moai #atlantis #göbeklitepe #egypt #ancientcivilization #ancienttechnology #ancienttechnologypodcast

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Join me as I showcase the FreeScan Combo+ from Shining 3D, a powerful laser and infrared scanner we're using for the Petrie Museum Scan Project. I'll also compare existing scanning technologies and explain why we chose laser scanning. Witness how this innovative device helps digitize and preserve ancient artifacts like never before. #3dscanning #shining3d #ancientcivilization

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