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Chariots of the Gods?

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Erich von Däniken

Erich von Däniken's "Chariots of the Gods?

" proposes that ancient civilizations were aided by extraterrestrial visitors, attributing advanced technologies and architectural feats to ancient astronauts.

The book explores various archaeological sites and historical accounts, suggesting connections to ancient myths and legends.

Däniken's theories have been widely debated and criticized by mainstream science, but the book remains a significant work in the pseudoscientific literature.

It sparked considerable public interest in ancient astronaut theories and continues to inspire discussions about the possibility of extraterrestrial contact in the distant past.

The book's impact on popular culture is undeniable, influencing numerous documentaries, books, and television shows.

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Robinson Erhardt

Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned by

Joe Rogan

in relation to theories about ancient civilizations and advanced technologies.

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Mentioned by

Robinson Erhardt

as one of the books read in preparation for an interview on aliens.

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Mentioned by

Jesse Michels

as the author of the book, proposing the Nazca Lines were tributes to ancient alien astronauts.

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Mentioned by

Ajay Shah

as an example of a writer of fanciful, untestable claims.

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Mentioned by

Phil Ford

as an example of a mind-boggling book.

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Mentioned by

Jason Sands

as the first book he ever read about UFOs.

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Mentioned by

Ben Bowlin

, when saying he has bought those books already.

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Mentioned by

Robinson Erhardt

as a book he read in preparation for the interview.

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Mentioned by

Joe McCormick

and Rob Lamb in the context of a discussion about aliens visiting Earth.

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Mentioned by

Jason Sands

while discussing his early interest in UFOs.

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Mentioned by

Wendy Zukerman

as the grandfather of the ancient aliens idea, whose book "Chariots of the Gods" fueled the theory that aliens helped build the pyramids.

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Mentioned by

Sarah Kurnick

as an example of pseudo-archaeology.

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Mentioned by

Alex Ferrari

, after discussing the apocryphal Book of Enoch, as an author that can take you down a rabbit hole.

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Mentioned by

Steve Deace

when discussing ancient religious relics.

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Mentioned by

Andy Mcgrillen

in the context of ancient alien contact theories.

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Mentioned by

Ray Russell

regarding von Daniken's clever approach to discussing the possibility that extraterrestrials helped create historical monuments.

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