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by Melinda Nelson-Hurst, Ph.D. (Voices of Ancient Egypt)
Welcome to Voices of Ancient Egypt — the podcast for people who don’t just want to learn about ancient Egypt, but want to understand it at a deeper, more meaningful level.Your podcast host, Melinda Nelson-Hurst, Ph.D., is an Egyptologist with years of experience teaching at the university level, working in Egypt, and training students around the world to read real ancient Egyptian texts. She’s spent decades studying this civilization in a traditional academic setting so you don’t have to — and so you can access knowledge that’s usually locked behind academic walls.With a blend of solo deep-dives and conversations with experts and everyday Egyptophiles, this podcast brings ancient Egyptian history, beliefs, and language to life — and shows you how learning hieroglyphs is possible, no matter your age, background, or schedule.Whether you want to read hieroglyphs in museums, on social media, or on your next trip to Egypt, you’ll find the tools, stories, and encouragement to make it real.Let’s hear the voices of the ancient world — together.
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- 3 days ago19 min
025: Three Seasons, No Winter: How the Ancient Egyptian Calendar Divided the Year (And Why It Actually Makes Perfect Sense)
In this episode of Voices of Ancient Egypt, we dive into the rhythmic cycle of life along the Nile, exploring why the ancient Egyptians organized their world into three distinct seasons rather than the four we recognize today. We’ll journey from the letters of a disgruntled Middle Kingdom landowner to the bustling construction sites of the Great Pyramid to see how the rising and falling of the river dictated everything from farming and taxes to massive engineering projects. Whether you are lo...
- 2 weeks ago14 min
"I Almost Didn't Sign Up" — What Held Students Back and What Changed
In this episode of Voices of Ancient Egypt, Dr. Melinda Nelson-Hurst addresses the common doubts and hesitations that keep many people from pursuing their passion for hieroglyphs. Drawing on her decades of experience as an Egyptologist, she explains why feeling unsure is not a "stop sign" but often a sign that you will be a diligent, detail-oriented student. Listeners will hear inspiring stories of students who, despite having no prior language experience or very little free time, transitione...
- 3 weeks ago2h 2m
023: Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Fast-Track: Class Replay
Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs Fast-Track: 4 Steps to Learning to Read in Museums or on Trips (WITHOUT overwhelm) [Watch the replay for a limited time: https://scribalschool.com] In the free class, you'll learn my Scribal System: S.E.S.H. With S.E.S.H., learning hieroglyphs is as simple as: 1️⃣ Saving tons of time by skipping the dense grammar books that make your eyes glaze over (I will help you identify what to do instead) 2️⃣ Establishing the simple roadmap will have you reading hieroglyphs ...
- 3 weeks ago23 min
022: Exactly How You’ll Learn Hieroglyphs in 10 Weeks
In this episode, Dr. Melinda Nelson-Hurst gives you a full, behind-the-scenes breakdown of her signature program, Scribal School. And she addresses the common question many Egyptophiles have: "How and what exactly can I learn to read in hieroglyphs?" In this episode, you will discover the step-by-step roadmap to mastering Egyptian hieroglyphs in just 10 weeks in Scribal School. Scribal School is the robust program that gives you everything you need to walk into a museum or up to tomb and temp...
- 4 weeks ago21 min
021: How Marc Learned Hieroglyphs in 1 Hour a Week
In this episode, Dr. Melinda sits down with her student, Marc, to discuss his journey from a childhood fascination with King Tutankhamun to sight-reading ancient hieroglyphs in world-class museums. Marc shares his frustrations with traditional, confusing textbooks and explains how a structured, pattern-based approach allowed him to unlock the secrets of ancient texts even with a demanding career and busy schedule. Whether you are a curious beginner or have struggled with self-study in the p...
- May 5, 202611 min
020: How to Bring Egypt to You: Unlock the Magic and Wonder of Hieroglyphs from Home
In this episode of Voices of Ancient Egypt, Egyptologist Dr. Melinda Nelson-Hurst reveals that the magic of the ancient world isn't tied to a specific GPS coordinate or a plane ticket to Cairo. Instead, the deepest connection to this ancient civilization happens in the moment of comprehension—whether you are at your kitchen table, in a local library, or browsing a thrift shop. You will discover how to bring the wonders of Egypt into your daily life by unlocking the hidden layer of meaning th...
- Apr 30, 202623 min
019: From Beginner to Unofficial Tour Guide at an Egyptian Temple: Juan's Story
In this episode of Voices of Ancient Egypt, host Dr. Melinda sits down with Juan Jimenez, a retired systems engineer who turned a lifelong fascination with history into a practical skill that had his tourmates buying him beers. After surviving a life-altering plane crash, Juan decided to dive deep into learning hieroglyphs, eventually moving beyond dense, confusing books to find success in the Scribal School. Join us as Juan shares how he gained the confidence to walk into world-class museu...
- Apr 28, 202610 min
018: What No One Tells You Before Your First Egypt Trip
In this episode of Voices of Ancient Egypt, Egyptologist Dr. Melinda Nelson-Hurst shares a hot take that will completely transform your approach to travel to Egypt. While most travelers return home wishing they had known more, Melinda explains how you can join the elite 0.01% of visitors who actually engage with the ancient world on a personal, intimate level. She breaks down the misconceptions about the difficulty of the language and reveals how this single skill acts as a permanent upgrade ...
About Voices of Ancient Egypt
Welcome to Voices of Ancient Egypt — the podcast for people who don’t just want to learn about ancient Egypt, but want to understand it at a deeper, more meaningful level.Your podcast host, Melinda Nelson-Hurst, Ph.D., is an Egyptologist with years of experience teaching at the university level, working in Egypt, and training students around the world to read real ancient Egyptian texts. She’s spent decades studying this civilization in a traditional academic setting so you don’t have to — and so you can access knowledge that’s usually locked behind academic walls.With a blend of solo deep-dives and conversations with experts and everyday Egyptophiles, this podcast brings ancient Egyptian history, beliefs, and language to life — and shows you how learning hieroglyphs is possible, no matter your age, background, or schedule.Whether you want to read hieroglyphs in museums, on social media, or on your next trip to Egypt, you’ll find the tools, stories, and encouragement to make it real.Let’s hear the voices of the ancient world — together.
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