367. Ancient Egypt: “Tut-mania” And Tutankhamun’s Tomb (Ep 6)

About this episode

The episode explores the global fascination with Ancient Egypt following the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb and its cultural implications.

**Unlock the entire Ancient Egypt series early and ad-free by joining the Empire Club at ⁠empirepoduk.com⁠** Why did the world go crazy for all things Ancient Egypt after the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922? How were his treasures used in Cold War Diplomacy? And why did they invent Ancient Egypt-themed contraceptives? Anita and William are joined once again by Dr Campbell Price, author of Golden Mummies of Egypt, and Curator of Ancient Egypt and Sudan at Manchester Museum, to discuss Tutmania. Join the Empire Club: Unlock the full Empire experience – with bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to miniseries and live show tickets, exclusive book discounts, a members-only newsletter, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at ⁠empirepoduk.com⁠. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to ⁠www.goalhanger.com⁠. Email: empire@goalhanger.com Instagram: @empirepoduk Blue Sky: @empirepoduk X: @empirepoduk Assistant Producer: Imogen Marriott Editors: Bruno Di Castri and Lorcan Moullier Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Anita, William

Guest: Dr Campbell Price

Topics covered

• Ancient Egypt
• Tutankhamun
• Tut-mania
• Cold War Diplomacy
• Cultural Impact
• Archaeology

Keywords

• Tutankhamun
• Ancient Egypt
• Tut-mania
• Cold War
• archaeology
• cultural diplomacy
• treasures
• contraceptives

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Manchester Museum, Empire Club, Goalhanger, empirepoduk.com, podcastchoices.com

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