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Chariots of the Gods?

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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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Mentioned in 6 episodes

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Joe Rogan
in relation to theories about ancient civilizations and advanced technologies.
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as one of the books read in preparation for an interview on aliens.
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Ajay Shah
as an example of a writer of fanciful, untestable claims.
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Jason Sands
as the first book he ever read about UFOs.
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Phil Ford
as an example of a mind-boggling book.
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Robinson Erhardt
as a book he read in preparation for the interview.
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Joe McCormick
and Rob Lamb in the context of a discussion about aliens visiting Earth.
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Jason Sands
while discussing his early interest in UFOs.
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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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Sarah Kurnick
as an example of pseudo-archaeology.
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Andy Mcgrillen
in the context of ancient alien contact theories.
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Steve Deace
when discussing ancient religious relics.
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Alex Ferrari
, after discussing the apocryphal Book of Enoch, as an author that can take you down a rabbit hole.
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