A deep dive into the strange obscure and relentlessly entertaining portions of human history. Married couple and armchair historians, Stephanie & Andrew, discuss the often overlooked parts of humanity. Whether the subject is an obscure event that has confused historians for centuries or a historical figure that doesn't get enough credit, we have you covered.
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A deep dive into the strange obscure and relentlessly entertaining portions of human history. Married couple and armchair historians, Stephanie & Andrew, discuss the often overlooked parts of humanity. Whether the subject is an obscure event that has confused historians for centuries or a historical figure that doesn't get enough credit, we have you covered.
New episodes available every other Monday!
Episode 153: The Life, Discovery & Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun (aka King Tut)
History For Weirdos
1 hour 8 minutes
5 months ago
Episode 153: The Life, Discovery & Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun (aka King Tut)
Before ancient Egypt captivated Hollywood and inspired Art Deco masterpieces, a forgotten boy-king named Tutankhamun lay hidden beneath desert sands for more than three millennia. This week on History For Weirdos, we explore the short but impactful life of King Tut—from ascending the throne at just eight years old to his mysterious and debated death at eighteen. We also dive into the chaotic legacy left by his father’s radical religious experiment, and how this young Pharaoh helped restore Egypt’s ancient traditions.
But Tut’s story doesn’t end in the ancient past. In 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter and his patron Lord Carnarvon made a groundbreaking discovery, opening Tutankhamun’s nearly intact tomb and revealing priceless treasures that astonished the world. Yet, amid the global excitement emerged whispers of a deadly "Pharaoh’s Curse"—mysterious deaths, strange coincidences, and sensational headlines followed. Join us as we separate fact from fiction, examine recent scientific theories, and uncover how this discovery sparked “Tutmania,” transforming archaeology, global tourism, and pop culture forever.
Grab your excavation gear, fellow Weirdos, and step into one of history’s greatest mysteries: the discovery and enduring fascination with Pharaoh Tutankhamun!
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Sources for this week:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tutankhamun
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Tutankhamun
https://www.pbs.org/articles/king-tutankhamun-life-death-family
https://www.biography.com/royalty/king-tut
https://www.ees.ac.uk/resource/tutankhamun.html
https://www.history.com/articles/king-tut-death-mystery
https://nypost.com/2024/04/27/lifestyle/king-tuts-mysterious-pharaohs-curse-solved-scientists-claim/
https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofBritain/Howard-Carter-Tutankhamun/
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/the-discovery-of-king-tuts-tomb
https://www.historytoday.com/archive/months-past/tutankhamuns-curse
https://books.google.com/books?id=hbQyUOLxa1wC&printsec=frontcover#v=onepage&q&f=false
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History For Weirdos
A deep dive into the strange obscure and relentlessly entertaining portions of human history. Married couple and armchair historians, Stephanie & Andrew, discuss the often overlooked parts of humanity. Whether the subject is an obscure event that has confused historians for centuries or a historical figure that doesn't get enough credit, we have you covered.
New episodes available every other Monday!
