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Egypt and Pop Culture

Why does ancient Egyptian culture still influence society today? Kara Cooney gives us three reasons why.

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    Out of Egypt (04:21)

    Egyptologist Kara Cooney investigates ancient cultures and answers questions.
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    Out of Egypt (08:01)

    Egyptologist Kara Cooney spans the globe unraveling common threads of ancient civilizations.

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  • Play Out of Egypt: Egyptian Pyramids
    Egyptian Pyramids

    Out of Egypt (01:46)

    What is the significance of the pyramid shape? There are striking similarities in function and purpose of pyramids around the world. Egyptologist Kara Cooney investigates.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Aztec Ruins
    Aztec Ruins

    Out of Egypt (01:52)

    In the heart of Mexico City lie the ruins of the ancient Aztec city Tlatelolco. A massive pyramid at the city center marks the final resting place of ancient Mesoamerican kings.
  • Play Out of Egypt: The Moche Decapitator
    The Moche Decapitator

    Out of Egypt (01:06)

    An ancient culture called the Moche flourished on the north coast of Peru from 100 to 800 A.D. See the ruins with Kara Cooney.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Egypt and Pop Culture
    Egypt and Pop Culture

    Out of Egypt (02:05)

    Why does ancient Egyptian culture still influence society today? Kara Cooney gives us three reasons why.
  • Play Out of Egypt: The Beauty of Death
    The Beauty of Death

    Out of Egypt (01:43)

    The Capuchin Order celebrates the beauty of death. Kara Cooney visit their crypt and explores the remains of thousands of monks.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Ancient Violence
    Ancient Violence

    Out of Egypt (01:08)

    Kara Cooney explores the funerary temple of Rameses III and interprets violent tendancies of ancient Egyptians.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Legacy of the Poor
    Legacy of the Poor

    Out of Egypt (01:20)

    Ancient ruins and monuments left by the wealthiest are abundant. Archaeologists have much to learn about the impoverished classes, too poor to leave a significant physical legacy.
  • Play Out of Egypt: How to Get Ready for Death
    How to Get Ready for Death

    Out of Egypt (00:56)

    Egyptologist Kara Cooney discusses how different cultures and civilizations prepare for the inevitable: Death.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Explore a Mayan Pyramid
    Explore a Mayan Pyramid

    Out of Egypt (01:40)

    Egyptologist Kara Cooney explores the tomb of the ancient Mayan king Palenque.
  • Play Out of Egypt: The Mayan City Palenque
    The Mayan City Palenque

    Out of Egypt (01:10)

    The ancient Mayan ruins of the city Palenque lie in stark contrast to that of Egypt. But, these monuments share similar purposes. Egyptologist Kara Cooney searches for answers.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Sacrificial Coconut
    Sacrificial Coconut

    Out of Egypt (01:41)

    Hinduism is the third most popular religion on the planet. Kara Cooney explores one of its sacred rituals.
  • Play Out of Egypt: Mayan Sacrifice
    Mayan Sacrifice

    Out of Egypt (01:23)

    The ancient city of Palenque reveals much about Mayan rituals of human sacrifice.
 

Egyptologist Kara Cooney spans the globe unraveling common threads among ancient civilizations. Watch as she explores Egypt to ancient Mesoamerican cultures and examines similarities found in societies around the world.

 
 

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