072 - Graham Hancock: Ancient Civilizations & Academia

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Exploring Ancient Mysteries and Alternative Histories with Graham Hancock

In this episode, acclaimed author and researcher Graham Hancock joins me on the Illegitimate Scholar Podcast (Cannot believe I just typed that) delves deep into the discussion about ancient civilization, the legacy of shamanistic practices, and the vitriolic response of mainstream academia, specifically archaeology to his ideas. Hancock shares his thoughts on the limitations of archaeological interpretations and the potential for a lost advanced civilization that has left behind a significant legacy. The conversation also explores themes such as the importance of spiritual traditions, the loss of shamanism and spirituality in the West, the precision of ancient astronomical observations, and the position of psychedelics in human history. Hancock provides a comprehensive look at why questioning established narratives is crucial for a more inclusive understanding of our past


00:00 Intro
00:45 Setting Up
00:59 Graham Hancock's Background
01:52 Scottish & Irish Independence
03:47 Archaeological Monopoly on the Past
08:34 Methods of Controlling Narrative
13:35 Ancient Sites & Who Gets Access
19:34 Hancock's Response to Lies
23:23 Evidence Archaeology Ignores
38:23 The Clovis First Paradigm
47:50 Ancient Ideas in Modern Structures
53:56 Ad
54:53 Shamanism and Altered States of Consciousness
59:21 Astronomy & Ancient Cultures
01:06:40 Psychedelics in the Past & Today
01:30:11 Rapa Nui: Pilgrimage Site?
01:35:18 Concluding Thoughts and Season Two Highlights

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