Andrew Hook and Laura Taylor

Digging Deeper with the Ancients

History EN ↓ 36 episodes

A look back at ancient places and things to get more of the story, and tie in some more modern pop culture references to see where they got it right, and where they got it wrong. We also try and make sure that everyone can have fun learning about things.

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Andrew Hook and Laura Taylor

Episodes

2.1 Groundhogs Day 02.02.2022 28:16

Come with us and discover the ancient beginnings of Groundhogs Day and see what kind of Pop culture references have for all of the celebrations. Groundhogs Day 1993 Before I Fall 2017 Every Day Russian Doll 2019 Palm Springs 2020 Doctor Who "Eve of the Daleks" 2022 Edge of Tomorrow 2014 ARQ 2016 Buffy the Vampire Slayer "Life Serial" 2001 Star Trek: The Next Generation "Cause and Effect" 1992 Ange...

1.9 2021 Holiday Special 29.12.2021 1:05:19

In this episode we discuss the ancient celebrations that take place around the Winter solstice, specifically in the northern hemisphere. We also take a look at the more modern celebrations and how they were influenced by the things done in ancient times. As always we also check out what pop culture was influenced by this time of year. Music by audionautix.com composed by Jason Shaw Email: diggingd...

1.8 Hades VS Greek Mythology 15.12.2021 1:07:03

Supergiant Games "Hades" is quite popular right now, lets find out how close it gets to the actual Greek mythology and see where they got it right, and where they were just making it up. Also we go and talk about other places where Zagreus and Hades pop up in pop culture. Doctor Who Big Finish Productions "Zagreus" 2003 "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" 2010 "Clash of the Titans" 2010 "Wrath of t...

1.7 Stonehenge 24.11.2021 43:54

Taking a look at the monolithic stones on the Salisbury Plains in England also known as Stonehenge, lets see if we can find out what it was made for, who made it and when it was made. Also, there is a lot of popular culture influenced by this amazing monument. Movies: Halloween 3:Season of the Witch Thor: The Dark World Transformers: The Last Knight King Author(2004) Ice Age(2002) This is Spinal T...

1.6 Moai 10.11.2021 38:37

The tale of Easter Island is nowhere near as old as you think it is. Is this a tale of of self destruction or a tale of genocide. Lets find out and see how the Moai have influenced current popular culture. All pop culture references can be found at http://moaiculture.com/popculture.html Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitter: @diggingdeeppod Facebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients I...

1.5 Minoans 27.10.2021 38:37

When a myth starts an architectural dig to find out if the myth had any truth. Find out about the culture with the first written language. Then find out how it influenced pop culture. Pop Culture references: Book: Dante's Inferno, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Art: Picasso, TV: Doctor Who "The Time Monster" and "The God Complex", The Librarians "And The Horns Of A Dilemma", Gargoyles "The...

1.4 MCU VS Norse Mythology 13.10.2021 1:05:21

Comparing what the Marvel Cinematic Universe got right and where they made up stuff in comparison to the actual Norse Mythology, also we see how the Norse have influenced a lot of popular culture. Check out our Instagram @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Email us Questions or comments at diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Music by audionautix.com Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitt...

1.3 Olmec 29.09.2021 33:06

Come and learn about the ancient Mesoamerican culture known as the Olmec and see how even today they influence pop culture. Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Email us with questions or podcast ideas: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Music by audionautix.com Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitter: @diggingdeeppod Facebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Inst...

1.2 Terracotta Army 15.09.2021 30:41

Learn more of the history behind the Terracotta Army and see how pop culture may not have gotten all the facts right. Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Email us with questions or podcast ideas: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Music by audionautix.com epidemicsound.com Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitter: @diggingdeeppod Facebook:...

1.1 Pompeii 01.09.2021 29:07

In this episode we look into the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD and see if there is more to it than what is commonly known. Check out our instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Email us with questions: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Music by audionautix.com Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitter: @diggingdeeppod Facebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Instagram: @diggi...

Introduction 02.08.2021 3:22

Just a basic idea of what this podcast will be about. Giving you expectations and setting up what you can expect. Music by Jason Shaw on audionautix.com Instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Email: diggingdeeperwiththeancients@gmail.com Twitter: @diggingdeeppod Facebook: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Instagram: @diggingdeeperwiththeancients Music b...