Think your job is bad? Imagine spending your days carving tomb walls, hauling multi-ton blocks of limestone under the burning desert sun, and getting paid in nothing but bread and beer—all while knowing that if something went wrong, you might end up sealed inside the tomb forever.

In this episode, we’re heading to ancient Egypt to uncover the brutal realities of the Royal Tomb Builders—the laborers who constructed the pyramids, carved intricate hieroglyphs, and worked themselves to the bone to ensure the pharaoh had a smooth ride into the afterlife. From deadly workplace hazards and meager pay to the eerie tomb curses that still haunt history, we’ll explore what life was really like for the men who built Egypt’s greatest wonders.

Join us as we dig into the backbreaking work, the horrifying accidents, and the workers who dared to strike against their divine rulers. After this, your worst day at the office will feel like a breeze.

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