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Throwback Thursday: Graham Hancock & Atlantis Reborn!

Apr 11, 2024

Guest Graham Hancock discusses his pseudohistorical narratives on lost civilizations like Atlantis, ancient monuments reflecting celestial patterns, and challenges conventional views on human history. Topics include Graham's alignment theories with Giza Pyramids and debunking his claims through arbitrary patterns in Manhattan. The episode explores the controversy surrounding Hancock's theories and the need for scientific research in countering pseudoarchaeology.

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Graham Hancock

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Pseudoarchaeology and misinformation spread easily online, requiring sound scientific research to counter false historical narratives.

The podcast dissects Graham Hancock's controversial claims about lost civilizations like Atlantis and challenges the lack of solid evidence.

Emphasis on fact-checking and evidence-based research to scrutinize historical theories is vital for discerning truth from fiction.

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The Importance of Independent Chicano Media

The podcast emphasizes the need for independent Chicano media, stating that it is essential for Chicano individuals to produce their own media and tell their stories.

Supporting Chicano Media and Storytelling

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Exploring the Controversy Surrounding Atlantis and Human Civilization Origins

01:51

Introduction

2min

The Origins of Civilization and Graham Hancock's Hypothesis

4min

Reevaluating Lost Civilizations

3min

Ancient Civilizations, Astronomy, and Calendars

2min

Exploring the Controversy Surrounding Atlantis and Human Civilization Origins

2min

Unveiling Ancient Monuments' Celestial Mirror

2min

Lost Super-Civilization and Ancient Mysteries

7min

Unlocking the Mysteries of the Giza Pyramids

15min

Examining Historical Evidence and Pyramid Alignments

8min

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Debating Pyramid Placements and Celestial Alignments

12min

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Debunking Hancock's Theory with Arbitrary Patterns

12min

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The Mystery of the Yonaguni Formation

5min

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Controversy and Appreciation for Graham Hancock's Voice Time

3min

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Pseudoarchaeology sucks. Plain and simple. And with the advent of the internet and social media, things are only getting worse. Online conspiracists, pseudohistorians, and pseudoarchaeologists can quickly dissemninate false, often harmful distortions of history with a click of a button.

On 4th November 1999, BBC TWO broadcast Horizon: Atlantis Reborn, a documentary that looked at the pseudohistorical narratives promoted by Graham Hancock. The film does an outstanding job of debunking Hancock's various claims, and illustrates why we need sound scientific research and expertise to push back on pseudoarchaeology.

In this episode, your hosts watch the episode of Horizon, and provide a running commentary on the evidence presented by both sides.

Your hosts:

Kurly Tlapoyawa is an archaeologist, ethnohistorian, and filmmaker. His research covers Mesoamerica, the American Southwest, and the historical connections between the two regions. He is the author of numerous books and has presented lectures at the University of New Mexico, Harvard University, Yale University, San Diego State University, and numerous others. He most recently released his documentary short film "Guardians of the Purple Kingdom," and is a cultural consultant for Nickelodeon Animation Studios.
@kurlytlapoyawa

Ruben Arellano Tlakatekatl is a scholar, activist, and professor of history. His research explores Chicana/Chicano indigeneity, Mexican indigenist nationalism, and Coahuiltecan identity resurgence. Other areas of research include Aztlan (US Southwest), Anawak (Mesoamerica), and Native North America. He has presented and published widely on these topics and has taught courses at various institutions. He currently teaches history at Dallas College – Mountain View Campus.

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