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Let's Talk About Myths, Baby! Greek & Roman Mythology Retold

Conversations: From the Known to the Unknown, Atlantis vs. Mediterranean Archaeology w/ Flint Dibble

Jan 14, 2022
Researcher Flint Dibble discusses Mediterranean archaeology and debunks myths about Atlantis. They explore the evolution of the Atlantis myth, link between Plato's eugenics and white supremacy in ancient Greece, and challenges in connecting archaeological findings to myths like Troy. The chapter also delves into ancient sacrificial practices and modern parallels, drawing comparisons between hekatombs and Thanksgiving.
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  • Atlantis myths debunked through real archaeology and Plato's texts.
  • Understanding the practicality of ancient hekatombs through economic factors.

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