Afterlives of Ancient Egypt with Kara Cooney

About the podcast

Egyptologist Kara Cooney explores ancient Egyptian history and the ways it remains present in modern life. Afterlives considers Egyptian society alongside the wider ancient world. Discussions connect historical interpretation with questions arising in the present. The program also examines how the past is represented, including through documentaries and museums. Its interest extends beyond ancient events to the continuing meanings people give them.