Best Neolithic Podcasts (2024)

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Engineering Prowess of Neolithic Builders Revealed in 6,000-Year-Old Dolmen of Menga

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A groundbreaking study of the Dolmen of Menga, a massive Neolithic stone monument located in southern Spain, has unveiled remarkable evidence of the advanced engineering and scientific understanding possessed by its builders nearly 6,000 years ago. This research, recently published1 in Science Advances, highlights the technological abilities of the…

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Climate Change Shaped Human Evolution, Driving Migration and Cultural Adaptation Across Ancient Landscapes

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Human evolution, as it turns out, has been profoundly shaped by climatic changes. A recent review published in the Nature Reviews Earth & Environment1 journal explores how fluctuations in climate and vegetation were pivotal forces in the evolutionary journey of early humans. The review delves deep into the evolution of the hominins—members of the s…

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Ritual and Animism in Psychology 43:07

3h ago43:07

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Explore the fascinating world of ritual and animism in psychology! This in-depth look covers the evolution of human consciousness, psychotic experiences, and therapeutic approaches. From James Frazer's "The Golden Bough" to Julian Jaynes' bicameral mind theory, discover how our understanding of the human psyche has evolved. Learn about the changing…

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The Tale of the Egyptian Scribes and their Bad Knees, Or If You Can Build a Pyramid You Can Build a Table 29:47

30m ago29:47

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Old Kingdom scribes kneeled or sat on the floor so their knees, backs and hips were as screwed up as ours. But did they have a trusted firm of personal injury lawyers pushing through the red tape to get them the Worker’s Comp benefits they were owed? Let’s hope so.By thisweekintheancientneareast

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Geography of the Northern Levant and Cilicia 33:31

1d ago33:31

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This week's episode is focused on the geography and some etymology of the regions we talked about in our central Levant episode and the places we will be discussing for the next week or two. I had some questions come in about several of the places and I though this might be a good time to slow down a bit and talk about it. Next week's episode we se…

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New Findings Rewrite Easter Island’s History

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For centuries, the narrative of Easter Island (Rapa Nui) has been steeped in stories of environmental collapse and societal downfall. The prevailing theory, widely believed by historians and ecologists alike, suggested that the ancient Rapa Nui people exhausted their natural resources to build massive stone statues, leading to a population crash. T…

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Ceramic Cyprus 27:20

4d ago27:20

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This week we talk about the end of the Aceramic period on Cyprus and the apparent disappearance of the people and culture of that period, the Khirokitia. Then we turn to the arrival of the Sotira people and the arrival of the pottery before they to contract and set the stage for the arrival of the Cacholithic age and people. Twitter/X: https://x.co…

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Alex Monk on Trauma and the Supernatural: Working from the Curse Position 1:14:47

8d ago1:14:47

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Exploring the Intersection of Trauma, Psychotherapy, and the Supernatural with Alex Monk Check Out Alex's Book ajnd Website: https://alexmonktherapy.com/ Alex's Daimon article he mentions: https://alexmonk.substack.com/p/the-daemonic-divine In a fascinating new podcast episode, psychotherapist and author Alex Monk delves into the complex relationsh…

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Developing Ethical Guidelines for Ancient DNA Research: A New Approach for Anthropologists and Archaeologists

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The study of ancient DNA has revolutionized our understanding of human history, migration patterns, and evolutionary biology. However, the rapid advancements in this field have also brought forth ethical dilemmas, particularly concerning the treatment of ancient human remains and the potential impact of genetic findings on living communities. In re…

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Where Humans and Neanderthals Interbred

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The interbreeding of Homo sapiens and Neanderthals is a well-established fact, revealing a fascinating chapter in human evolution. While previous studies have focused on when these encounters occurred, recent research has turned its attention to where these interspecies interactions took place. New evidence1 now suggests a specific geographic locat…

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Growing Through Grief: Amy Pickett-Williams and The Light Movement 48:52

10d ago48:52

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Growing Through Grief: Holistic and Somatic Approaches to Healing After Loss Grief is a universal human experience, yet it is deeply personal and unique to each individual. In this article, we explore innovative approaches to grief therapy that integrate somatic and holistic practices to help people grow through loss. We sat down with Amy Pickett-W…

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A Deepwater Late Bronze Age Shipwreck or, Down to the Sea in Sunken Canaanite Ships 31:42

11d ago31:42

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A Late Bronze Age shipwreck 90 kilometers off the coast of Israel has us asking, what were they doing way out there and if your ship sinks, how do you make an insurance claim without texts? Anyway, why are there are no Canaanite sea shanties? No, really.By thisweekintheancientneareast

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Chris’ Ramble 12: The Rider on the River 41:39

17d ago41:39

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Designed by Morgane Suquart for 'Paris 24' Olympics opening ceremony.This 'Ramble' is inpired by the silver rider on the River Seine at the Paris 24 Olympics. So join Chris as she explores the history and mythology of three great rivers, the Seine, the Severn and the Shannon and discovers just how their stories may just meander together.Explore a g…

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The Central Levant 27:19

18d ago27:19

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This week we talk about the central Levant and why they were able to more quickly urbanize and the early sites of Byblos and Beirut. We also discuss Damascus, the Beqaa Valley, and Qarqar. As well as who the people inhabiting the sites may have been. Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/WarAdRevPod YouTube: https://youtu.be/KfmKH9iptBM…

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Horsing Around the Ancient Near East in the Third Millennium BCE, Or, Let Me Get You Off of That Kunga and onto a Brand New Palomino! 45:19

25d ago45:19

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New evidence suggests horses were domesticated over a thousand years later than previously thought, around 2200 BCE, which would mean they caught on pretty fast with wealthy Near Easterners. Still, who wouldn't love a pony? Who wouldn't love a person that had a pony? With touching childhood memories of horsemanship!…

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Cultures of the Southern Levant 37:01

25d ago37:01

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This week we cover the "end" of the Yarmukian Culter, and the emergence of neighboring cultures to it's south and in some of it's old sites. This includes the Lodian, Nizzanim, and Wadi Rabah. We also talk about the arrival of the chalcolithic age in the levant with the Wadi Rabah and Ghassulian. We also talk about some etymology briefly. Twitter/X…

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Chris’ Ramble 11: Romancing the Neolithic Stone 21:21

29d ago21:21

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New Scientific evidence supporting the origin of the altar stone at Stonhenge supports a better understanding of the of societal connections and collaborative co-operation to be found between the communities of early neolithic farmers throughout Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. Join Chris in this new ramble and share her excitement!Links for t…

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Chris’ Ramble 11: Romancing the Neolithic Stone 21:21

29d ago21:21

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New Scientific evidence supporting the origin of the altar stone at Stonhenge supports a better understanding of the of societal connections and collaborative co-operation to be found between the communities of early neolithic farmers throughout Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales. Join Chris in this new ramble and share her excitement! Links for …

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Departures, Arrivals, and Changes in the Levant 38:31

1M ago38:31

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This week we move into the Levant to recap and talk about changes happening at Jericho (Tell Es Sultan) this season. We also talk about the spread of pottery and the invention of the earliest (or second earliest) pottery wheel. We also talk about the Western Semitic Languages and the contacts between the region, Egypt, and Mesopotamia. Twitter/X: h…

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🛞Unlocking Your Potential with Archetypes: Interview with Dr. Laurence Hillman 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

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Discover how to harness the power of archetypes to transform your life and leadership. In this interview, archetypal astrologer Dr. Laurence Hillman shares his innovative Archetypes at Work™ model and how it can help you unleash your full potential in an increasingly complex world. Dr. Hillman's Site: https://laurencehillman.com/ In this podcast in…

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A Waxy Buildup at Iron Age Horvat Tevet, Or, Does This Beeswax Make me Look Canaanite or Israelite? 48:41

1M ago48:41

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Horvat Tevet was a village in the early Iron Age Galilee. Caananite, Israelite, who knows? They liked beeswax though. Make of that what you will. With a shoutout to The Bangles and a completely incongruent Lightning Round!By thisweekintheancientneareast

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Mustatils 34:16

1M ago34:16

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This week I had planned to start covering the eastern Mediterranean coast and the Levant, but I remembered I had one important aspect left to discuss about life in Arabia for this season. The structures known as Mustatils. We talk about their numbers, construction, and what they may have been used for. I also had some viewer feedback to go over. X/…

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The Arabian Neolithic 36:53

2M ago36:53

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This week we move into Asia. The first stop for the continent this season is the Arabian Peninsula. We cover the expansion of the Semitic branch of the Afroasiatic language family into this region as well as the etymology associated with that naming convention. We talk about links between Eastern Arabia and southern Mesopotamia and what products dr…

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Welcome to Çatalhöyük, Population ? Or, Does Size Matter, Neolithic Edition 53:35

2M ago53:35

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Today we’re talking about research suggesting Çatalhöyük was way less populous than once thought, like, hundreds and not thousands of people. How many people does it take to get stuff done anyway, and what’s up with all the frescoes and cow heads? Come for the Neolithic, suffer through a deep dive with Patrick McGoohan, Mayberry, and Lake Wobegone!…

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Northern Africa West of the Nile 40:13

2M ago40:13

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This week we finish up our coverage of Africa. We go over a couple of points about Set I forgot to mention. I go into some etymology of places and peoples. I talk about the importance of oases as the Sahara desert expanded. I also go over the proto-Amazigh people and the cultures they're associated with that existed during this season's time line 6…

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God of Order and the Gods of the Order 40:58

2M ago40:58

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This week we're back and continuing to talk about Egyptian Mythology. A little earlier than theses versions of the myths may have existed during this season's time frame as there are some elements of society that we don't have a record of existing just yet, but the ideas of a cosmic order affecting the lives of humans and leadership struggles betwe…

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The Case of the Missing Branch of the Nile That Everyone Sort of Knew Had to be There Right Next to the Pyramids, or, You Can See a Lot of Cool Stuff from Space or Maybe With a Really Tall Ladder 33:59

2M ago33:59

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New research shows that a long vanished branch of the Nile came right up to the pyramids at Giza, which made it easier to make deliveries. You’d think someone would have noticed that a branch of the river vanished but what do we know. Maybe it was one of those slowly, then all at once situations.By thisweekintheancientneareast

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🗿The Birth of Architecture: Neolithic Psyche 34:31

2M ago34:31

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[caption id="attachment_5359" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] "Dolmen de Menga entrance: Massive stone portal of 6,000-year-old Neolithic tomb in Antequera, Spain."[/caption][caption id="attachment_5354" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] "La Peña de los Enamorados: Distinctive mountain face aligned with Dolmen de Menga, resembling human profile."…

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The Psychology of Technology in Film Making with Andy Philpo 1:11:07

2M ago1:11:07

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🎥🎬 In this captivating podcast, Joel and Andy Philpo dive deep into the world of cutting-edge filmmaking and concert technology! 🎉🎸 From virtual production and LED walls to AI-assisted creativity, they explore how these advancements are transforming the entertainment industry. 🌟💡 Andy shares his insights on the democratization of creative tools and…

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The Creations of the Egyptian Gods 35:33

3M ago35:33

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This week we dive into ancient Egyptian creation myths... or some of them. The gods that were mentioned in these and the concept of natural order Ma'at. Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/WarAdRevPod YouTube: https://youtu.be/CruwFshiDIk

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Episode S8 - Decumbo 35:17

3M ago35:17

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Synopsis: Part 2 of a two-part Spotlight series on the rise and fall of the Roman Emperor Galerius: refugee, herdsman, soldier, Caesar, Augustus, Tetrarch, conqueror, schemer, would-be ruler of the (Dacian?) Empire, and persecutor of the Christians. A rollicking Third Century romp inspired by my current residence in his former tetrarchal capital of…

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The Psychology of Screenwriting with Chris Rogers 53:23

3M ago53:23

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Chris Rogers, the visionary showrunner behind critically acclaimed series like AMC's "Halt and Catch Fire," Amazon's "Paper Girls," and Apple TV+'s latest hit, "Sugar." Join us as we explore Rogers' journey through the television industry and uncover the intricate psychology behind crafting compelling narratives for the small screen. Whether you're…

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🗠💥Psychology of the American Nightmare in The Great Gatsby 23:20

3M ago23:20

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In this episode, we embark on a captivating exploration of F. Scott Fitzgerald's timeless classic, The Great Gatsby. We analyze the novel's prophetic qualities, its commentary on the cyclical nature of history, and its profound insights into the human psyche. Through the lens of Jungian psychology, we examine the anima and animus archetypes embodie…

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The Illusion of Progress: How Psychotherapy Lost its Way 45:55

3M ago45:55

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The Crisis in Psychotherapy: Reclaiming Its Soul in the Age of Neoliberalism" Summary: Explore the identity crisis facing psychotherapy in today's market-driven healthcare system. Learn how neoliberal capitalism and consumerism have shaped our understanding of self and mental health. Discover why mainstream therapy often reinforces individualistic …

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And Now Even Iron Age Jerusalem Gets Radiocarbonated! Or, Hezekiah Climbs the Hallstadt Plateau 52:45

3M ago52:45

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A new collection of radiocarbon dates from Jerusalem has clarified the westward expansion of the city in the Iron Age and helped archaeologists overcome the Hallstadt Plateau. You know, that dull and listless part of the radiocarbon curve? So why are we arguing so much? It’s a regular three ring circus, but with a shoutout to the real king of Jerus…

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The Red Land and New Cultures 42:32

3M ago42:32

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This week we talk about the eastern desert and the goods that are starting to be sourced from the area. We also talk about the culture doing the sourcing as well as a couple of other cultures emerging between 6000-4000 BC(E) Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/WarAdRevPod YouTube: https://youtu.be/K8pi3MRq0rY…

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Nubia and The Foundations of Kush 41:25

3M ago41:25

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This week we jump ahead to talk about terminology used by the Egyptians about the regions and peoples to their south. We also talk about the site that will become the city of Kerma and the beginning of the Kingdom of Kush. We also check back in with the site of Nabta Playa and it's potential ties to Egyptian, Kushite, and other Nubian cultures. Twi…

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Episode S7 - Ascendo 31:28

3M ago31:28

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Synopsis: Part 1 of a two-part Spotlight series on the rise and fall of the Roman Emperor Galerius: refugee, herdsman, soldier, Caesar, Augustus, Tetrarch, conqueror, schemer, would-be ruler of the (Dacian?) Empire, and persecutor of the Christians. A rollicking Third Century romp inspired by my current residence in his former tetrarchal capital of…

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For Fuller, Redder Bronze Age Lips, or, It's That Lipstick from Iran 40:53

3M ago40:53

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This week we’re talking about the discovery in Iran of a carved stone tube containing glittery red lipstick. Was it for women or men? Was it for fancy people or regular folks? Was it garish or tasteful? Who are we to judge? One way or another, pop is the word of the day!By thisweekintheancientneareast

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The Highlands and the Sea 35:32

3M ago35:32

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This week we talk about the Cushitic branch of Afroasiatic languages and the peoples of the Horn of Africa as well as their proto states and interactions with Egypt and Arabia. Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/WarAdRevPod YouTube: https://youtu.be/nDuDvnf5F2o

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The White Nile, African Great Lakes, and the Omo 31:52

4M ago31:52

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This week we discuss the Eburran culture and it's interaction with a pastoralist groups coming into African Great Lakes Region from the Nile and Horn of Africa. We also discuss said pastoralists and who their modern descendants may be. We also start covering peoples living in the Horn itself. Specifically the Omotic speaker's ancestors. YouTube: ht…

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A Tale of Two Cities, Which Happen to be from the Hellenistic Period and are Located on the Euphrates River Only a Few Miles from Each Other, or, Dura Europos and its One Sister 47:13

4M ago47:13

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Today we’re talking about the possibility that the famous site of Dura Europos – you know, the giant Hellenistic multicultural walled city with a synagogue, church and temples etc., had a twin, just six kilometers down the Euphrates River. A twin in Bucks County, Pennsylvania would be more surprising but you take what you can get.…

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Lake Chad 26:16

4M ago26:16

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This week we talk about the importance of Lake Chad. The origin of that name. The arrival of pastoralism and the importance of fishing in the region. We discuss the establishment of small scale trade that will eventually grow much larger. We also discuss the interaction between the various ethnolinguistic groups living in and around the region. Twi…

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Lake Chad and The Headwaters Of the Nile 31:49

4M ago31:49

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This week we move to the peoples living around Lake Chad, the eastern Sahel, the southern Nile, and its tributaries between 6000-4000 BC(E) and the expansion of pastoralism and agriculture. We also go over the idea of a macro Nilo-Saharan language and some of the pushback and criticism that got. We talk about the etymology of the Nile and Chari riv…

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