Jacob Bongers

Archaeologist at the University of Sydney, specializing in burial practices in Peru. His work focuses on the relationship between the living and the dead in ancient Peruvian culture.

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May 7, 2025 • 53min

Rituals, rats, and reeded vertebrae! The mysteries of Machu Picchu and Ancient Peru revealed

Join Kris Helgen, a mammologist and the soon-to-be president of the Bishop Museum, and Jacob Bongers, an archaeologist from the University of Sydney, as they dive into the mysteries of Machu Picchu and ancient Peru. They discuss the sophisticated Incan civilization and its unique burial practices, highlighting the significance of rituals in connecting the living with the dead. Fascinating discoveries, including the recently identified Olingito and the impact of the Spanish conquest, reveal the rich tapestry of life in ancient Peru.

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