Ever heard of Isis? (Hint: you probably did.) Ranging from the Christian Roman Empire to the painting on Nefretiti’s tomb, Isis has been here, there, and everywhere. Interestingly, there seems to be a cyclical relationshipContinue readingSeason 3 Episode 3: Isis & Women

The ancient Egyptian pyramids have been admired for thousands of years and along with that admiration has come varying theories for how the pyramids were constructed. Over the years, many alternative western theories have arose,Continue readingSeason 3 Episode 5: Deconstructing the Construction of the Pyramids

This podcast aims to explore the intimate connections between divinity and the Nile during three specific time periods: that of Ancient Egypt, Greco-Roman exploration of Egypt, and the Renaissance into the Enlightenment Era. Through primaryContinue readingSeason 3 Episode 4: The Nile and Divinity

Cleopatra has become a captivating figure throughout the world. Yet, her depiction in the media may not be representative of who she truly was. From Western Asia to Ancient Egypt, these views deserve the sameContinue readingSeason 3 Episode 2: Cleopatra

The deity Seth is intimately associated with Ancient Egypt’s sense of duality with how he opposes Osiris and Horus. But as time moves forward, when other cultures begin to take Ancient Egypt’s religion and useContinue readingSeason 2 Episode 1: Seth Apart

With a river as widely known as the Nile, you’d think the average would know a little more about it. You’re in luck! Listen in, and I’ll tell you everything you need to know aboutContinue readingSeason 2 Episode 2: Journey Down the Nile

You’ve probably heard of the famous King Tut. Be it museum exhibits or Tut-themed paraphernalia, it seems like the whole world is obsessed with this boy king. But why does he so enamor us today,Continue readingSeason 2 Episode 3: Tutmania

We discuss how the goddess Isis has changed throughout time from when she was first created in ancient Egypt to nowadays where she is still revered by some in the world. Transcript [Introduction-0:00] Gabriela Ramirez:Continue readingSeason 2 Episode 4: The Purpose of Isis

Have you ever wanted to explore the old tombs of Ancient Egypt? Ever wonder why they were made? Or what exactly the journey to the underworld looked like? In this episode of Now as Then,Continue readingSeason 2 Episode 5: Tombs, Funerals, and Underworlds, Oh My!

In this episode, we will discuss how Egyptian pyramids have changed as a symbol of power, from mythological and foundational elements in ancient Egypt to a source of commercialization and attraction in modern Egypt. WeContinue readingSeason 2 Episode 6: Pyramids: Mighty to Shiny