Controversial podcast host Joe Rogan has sent shockwaves through the archaeological community with his latest extraordinary claim - that Ancient Egyptians may have possessed technology capable of reaching the moon.
During a recent episode of his wildly popular show, Rogan speculated that certain ancient artefacts and hieroglyphs could indicate knowledge of space travel far beyond what mainstream archaeology accepts.
Experts Dismiss 'Ancient Astronaut' Theory
Leading Egyptologists have been quick to dismiss Rogan's claims as pseudoscience. Dr. Sarah Johnson from the British Museum told us: 'There's absolutely no credible evidence to support these ideas. The Ancient Egyptians were brilliant astronomers and engineers, but suggesting they had spacefaring technology completely misunderstands their actual achievements.'
What's Behind the Controversy?
The debate centres around several key points Rogan raised:
- Unusual depictions in temple carvings that some interpret as spacecraft
- The mathematical precision of pyramid construction
- Alleged references to 'celestial boats' in ancient texts
While these have long fascinated alternative history enthusiasts, mainstream scholars maintain they have conventional explanations rooted in religious symbolism and remarkable but entirely human engineering feats.
Why This Theory Persists
Psychologists suggest such theories remain popular because they tap into our fascination with both ancient mysteries and potential lost advanced civilisations. 'People love the idea that our ancestors knew more than we give them credit for,' explains cultural anthropologist Dr. Michael Chen.
The discussion has reignited debates about how we interpret ancient cultures and what constitutes credible historical evidence in the age of viral conspiracy theories.
