About this episode

This episode explores the monolithic moai of Rapa Nui, detailing their creation and transportation by the Rapanui people.

🌊🗿 🌊🗿🌊 The emojis say it all: this episode is a deep dive into the monolithic moai of Rapa Nui—also known as Easter Island. Come for the in-depth discussion of how generations of Rapanui (i.e. the people of Rapa Nui) made and moved moai; stay in spite of the bad puns about 🌋 volcanoes 🌋. The wave noises are courtesy of Tim Kahn via FreeSound.

Topics covered

• moai
• Rapa Nui
• Easter Island
• art history
• cultural heritage

Keywords

• monolithic
• cultural significance
• archaeology

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