18. Egypt - Fall of the Pharaohs
Far in the distance, three colossal shapes tower over the desert horizon…
In this episode, we travel to the Nile Valley, and tell the story of one of the most iconic cultures ever produced by humankind - the civilizations of ancient Egypt. I want to show how this series of related cultures grew up in the floodplains of their great river, and built some of the most enduring and recognizable structures in the world. And I want to tell the story of what happened to bring the age of the Pharaohs finally and cataclysmically to an end.
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Credits:
Michael Hajiantonis
Nick Denton
Paul Casselle
Alexandra Boulton
Tom Marshall-Lee
Rhy Brignell
Peter Walters
Lachlan Lucas
Narrated and produced by Paul Cooper
Sound engineering by Alexey Sibikin
Readings in Arabic by Nassim El-Boujjoufi
Readings in reconstructed ancient Egyptian by Seqnenra (Mohammad Habib) and Doha Abd Allah Amin
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The fact that this channel is free always feels so wrong. We’re so lucky!!
@them. THE WHOLE WORLD benefits from the spectacular historical and visual information we are given about our Earth and our selves.
It's a true blessing! We should donate!
I couldnt agree more, thats why I patreoned
"If loving you is wrong I don't wanna be right🎶" Even without the visuals this stuff is very engaging.
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The best History series regarding ancient empires ever produced.
Oh yes, easily. FoC puts mainstream/legacy media outlets to shame. The History Channel is too busy producing dumb series about pawnshops or whatever…but who cares when there are brilliant people who clearly love history creating masterpieces like this series- that anyone can enjoy for free on KZhead/spotify/etc. I hope the producer(s) of this channel know how widely beloved their work is.
1000% agree
@@h0rriphicprobably my third favourite history channel on KZhead. Best in terms of entertainment value but not quite up there in amount of historical information
Bar none!
Hands down!
"In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this." - Terry Pratchett
To this day when it comes cats ....... nothing has changed ! What do they know that we don't ?!
@@averteddisasterbarely2339 They know they are in charge, whilst their humans foolishly often think they are...
@@averteddisasterbarely2339 It's all attitude baby. Cats know that even though they might be tiny they're pound for pound alpha predators. You just can't take that away. My dog has never made me bleed. A kitten will chop me into pieces.
Still should be as they are top of the food chain on land if you rule out humans. Cat's are Godlike creatures and are much smarter than other 4 legged creatures
@@dubselectorr345No disrespect intended, but you obviously haven’t spent much time around pigs
Unlike many other podcasts where the speakers always seem to be in a hurry, yours is a breath of fresh air with its calm, relaxed and enjoyable presentation.
Exactly! I fully agree! Paul's presentation, gentle pace and cadence is beautifully mesmerising....and the tale he conveys just seeps into you.
@@tonyharpur8383always makes me think of the passage from Shakespeare’, “ Let us sit upon. The grass and tell sad stories of the deaths of kings. . .”
yeah, he doesn't need to hurry, the past and the truth aren't going any where
@@mojacarflamenco6314 beautiful
My one problem with the channel is that he tlks to slowly it's just annoying.
One of the best series ever produced on KZhead
Agree I remember recommending this to people when I had only heard up to 2-3 or so.
It really is. I have watched and rewatched every episode multiple times and learn something everytime.
I agree
THE BEST ! ! !
Not only youtube but also tv or any other platform.
I've been checking the channel for this video every single day since the audio version was posted. What a day! Thank you Paul! your big fan from Baku, Azerbaijan.
Thank you, I hope you enjoy.
Awesome channel🙏🏼 we appreciate the work you put in:)
Me too. Glad I'm not the only one so obsessed. Excellent series!
Me too, i already have listened to it several times.
Don't mind us, Paul Cooper. We're just junkies itching for our next fix, lol.
Paul Cooper is the David Attenborough of ancient history! These documentaries are incredible, and his voice is so soothing and iconic 🙌
"Fall Of Civilizations" is truly one of the greatest channels on KZhead. Superior productions of the most interesting of subjects. I wish these were the videos they showed us in school. These videos always humble me as they are reminders of just how fragile our current civilization is. The world we know today is just a couple hundred years old. The Egyptian civilization lasted 3000 years!!!🤯
Not one of, it is THE BEST!
I was just thinking about how I got more out of 4 hours of KZhead than I did through the same amount of the subject being discussed in World History class in 10th grade. I think it's because in school, they're more concerned with the names, the time periods, the dates. The things that can be be tested in multiple choice. Whereas with this narrative, those things are included, but they are only part of the larger story of the rise and fall of the dynasties themselves. The whos and whats support the WHYs and the HOWS and those are the things that will help us remember.
Its still unreal to me a documentary of this caliber, free and independently produced. Paul Cooper is the man And so the are the rest of his team
Thanks my friend
Free and well done for sure, and mostly incorrect lol
@@DiscGolfKid if you would be so kind to show us where he got it wrong
@@DiscGolfKidwhat's incorrect? I'm no Egyptologist, but what I have heard so far lines up with what I have read in the past.
@@JohnMisdreavous He prolly thinks Aliens did it....
My day just got BRIGHTER, whenever Fall of Civilizations uploads a documentary.
Yes! Always a great day when he releases a new podcast. I've been checking my subscriptions every day for the past few weeks to see if this latest chapter on Egypt had arrived. And today, the magical little dot appeared next to Fall of Civilizations. What a triumph for Mr. Cooper; a massive 4 hour documentary in addition to the release of his newest book. Now for some food and drink to savor the next 4 hours!
Same!
It has been on spotify since Feb 1! But I envy you for having a new episode now 😊
this series is one of the best things about being alive atm
atm? Ever for me
I love those automated tellers whenever they release atm cash at me. But while this enhances and fattens wallets, it is not central to being.
This should be in a promo
Absolute madness that this is free content. I'm grateful.
Buy his book
@@rworrick8037 Thank you! Link for anyone who would like to: linktr.ee/fallofcivilizations
Pre-Islamic history of the Middle East is so under-rated. It's among the most interesting historical areas in the world. We need more content like this.
True - but this is Nile Valley. African history.
@andrewjohnson8232 The middle east is not only Arabia, but also Egypt as well as the Levant and parts of Anatolia. Remember Egypt's DNA roots share more in common with people's from those areas than say the peoples of Sub-Saharan Africa or even the Sudanese.
Well said could you imagine how much more beautiful the Middle East would be if the Most Peaceful religion on Earth never was cancerized!?
@@bensantos3882It’s a nice country, apart from the people…
Yup, then religion comes in and ruins it. Such as Christianity did as well. Imagine the lack of wars we'd have without it
He actually did it all in one part, nice job.
Yes I've decided it's cleaner that way.
@@FallofCivilizations Smart move all things considered, I was fully expecting a two parter.
@@FallofCivilizations Absolutely NO ONE is complaining about quality !
I just told everyone at home there's a new episode of Fall of Civilizations. You're like an event movie here, some of us in the couch, others in the background while we work and we just marathon a whole episode for the rest of the afternoon. Even the kids are into it now (I wanna show them what QUALITY looks like). You guys are the best!
Thanks my friend!
Love it ❤ it’s always the best when the whole family or crew is involved, especially when it comes to history.
You should be awarded an Oscar for best documentaries.
I think it could win a Webby award😊
Finally, it's here... I love these episodes; I watch each one hundreds of times. (meaning I fall asleep to his voice)
I do too
It's hard to take it all in in one go. I need to, and enjoy to, watch over and over again
That's meeee 😂
Same 🤭
lol Oooooo Oooooo l ooo that l Oooo you got to go out lol 😆 I’m 😊so proud love ool oo Lll
Out of all the pieces of media I watch literally none have made me audibly gasp and fist bump the air like an excited child hearing they are going to disney world at just seeing the notification of a new episode pop up. My day has now completely changed direction, its time to get snacks, set the lighting just right and settle in for an experience.
Haha thanks my friend, enjoy!
@master. Yes! A 76-yr.-old six-year-old can still make a considerable racket.💕
Amen
4 hours!? This is freaking epic, can’t believe I watched it all.
Honestly, I am obsessed and have listened to this podcast more than 4-5 times. I'm a big fan. Thank you! I'm going to get your book soon! I want to add that these series of podcasts has helped me understand human nature and the flow of the world more than I possibly could. Guys, do not stop, you are rock stars. Best wishes, Yuri
Thank you, that's very kind!
Just clicked the video, but already know it's going to be a Masterpiece
@rafael. Are others only now getting video? Tho't it was only I. The VOICE itself is mesmerizing and sustains keen attention; but I eventually think I might just pop if I don't get to see the EPIC VISUALS!
Right?? I always hit the like button when I open up a brand new episode. Never regretted it once. Best history podcast on this platform💯
@@florete2310 On ANY platform! His works are all masterpieces! Many others agree with me on that.
One of very few podcasters I will listen to more than once.
A podcast is a downloadable audio file.
@@briseboy These are also downloadable audio files, in addition to the videos.
I have to say, the guy narrating the pharaohs throughout the video is fantastic.
Probably you mean Paul Casselle. Yes he is brilliant
This podcast really help me to maintain my sanity during the Covid era. I am most grateful to the whole fall of civilization team. Thank you very much for your beautiful and enlightening work.
Perhaps the most anticipated episode in the entire podcast series so far. No other civilisation has such an impact on the human conscience as Ancient Egypt.
There's already episodes on egypt. Its a repost
Amazing to think that Christianity comes from Egypt, and that European culture is simply Ancient Egypt continued and that Christianity is extremely ancient dating to the time of the Sphinx.
@@rideforever christianity comes from Roman Empire (region of todays Israel)
@@rideforever Amazing to think that someone with the patience to watch these videos can be so completely ignorant on the origins of one of the world's largest religions.
@@rideforeverrage baiting
Ancient Egypt is indeed a fascinating civilization and with narration and quality picturization of yours this episode is going to be a treat to watch
It is terrible that we can only give a single 👍to these brilliant presentations, they deserve an infinite number...
I believe the channel has a Patreon if you would like to contribute more than a like. 👍
@@boofpacksupreme One can also make a 1 time donation in any amount by clicking on the "Thanks" tab, underneath the video screen.
FOC videos are a spiritual experience. It's like communing with the past. Despite the sadness of much that happens, no trace of negativity. Very wholesome and life-affirming. Being a visual person, thank you so much for making these visual versions of your podcast. Audio alone would not do this for me.
HERE WE GO WHERES THE CAT CONTENT
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Pffft pfp checks out
Nyaaa
*Bastet intensifies* Edit: also, FANTASTIC Terry Pratchett reference.
Paul Cooper is a master storyteller.
1:07:00 This is like if in 3000 years the only surviving written record from anyone even tangentially related to you is a fragmentary Tim Horton's employee schedule lol
Tim Bits forever immortalised...
😂😂
Please NEVER, EVER, EVER, doubt my friend, how truly excited we all become whenever that "Fallen Civilizations" notification pops up on KZhead. BEST DAY EVER! This was yet another incredibly well done documentary of your creation. Trust me when I say, "You made our day!" And now a book?!? WAAAT?
That piano tune 7:43 just gives me goose bumps, making you think of time that has passed the memories the experience of the people living at that time.
Four hours of Fall of Civilizations - Time well wasted. Thanks for the straightforward well researched and thoroughly excellent storytelling.
Waste of time ? I think not I know you mean no harshness but I can't see it as a waste of time lol
@@blsfan1973I think he meant time went fast. I don’t think he put he’s point across properly. Because if something is a waste of time you wouldn’t watch it for four hours. Maybe.
To think that the video series is actually improving is mind boggling, considering the level of quality that was already there. The most re-watchable videos out of all KZhead right here.
Absolutely brilliant! What a documentary,everything is literally perfect. The fact these are free is at this caliber of professionalism is great. I’ve subscribed and shared on my other social media accounts too.
There is no reason that the number of likes on these videos should EVER be less than the number of views. Tighten it up people. FoC put a lot of work into this.
I can’t put down more than one like though!
Yeah, I get it, but I only have one like to give per vid, and have already listened to both Podcast version and Full Production version at least twice each.
I fall asleep 4 times before. Can only like once 😢
I've finally got a podcast on a topic that's closest to my heart! Thank you for your great, inspiring channel! ❤🎉
I feel a lot of gratitude for what you've done and offered to us.
Can’t believe it took 18 episodes to finally get Egypt🙌
Working up to it, I imagine. Worth the wait, at any rate.
WAKE UP! Fall of Civ posted! Ordering the book in the week, can hardly wait.
This channel/series has totally changed the way I think of history.
Utmost quality + asmr audio + vibrant visuals + vast knowledge + dedicated voice actors + great host = Fall of Civilisations
Best channel on KZhead by many miles.
One of the few podcasts I devoutly follow.
Ancient Egypt is so amazing, I think this documentary has inspired me to study Egyptology
Best history channel on KZhead.
A 4 hour video on Ancient Egypt? Yes please!
Quiet simply, there is no better production and story telling then the Fall of Civilisations channel. Thanks again, Paul, from the bottom of my heart.
I can't believe this is my first time on this channel. It's so well done.
One suggestion. Now that you have discovered it …start from episode 1 …thank me later!!! Enjoy it bro!
I'm so happy to see that you are making content again. I love the b-roll. The amount of scenery or scenes that you have adds so much wonderful character to these videos.
I listen to this channel when I paint. Pure bliss.
Amazing work, by the Egyptians, and by this channel's creator! To say, "Well done!" would be a tremendous understatement. I don't know what to say, except, "Thank you!!"
Thank you for posting this. Another thoroughly researched and exhaustive presentation. Fascinating and informative in equal measure. If more people had an attention span longer than half an hour, this is what the History Channel could have been.
It's here!!! Thanks Coop!
The best History series regarding ancient empires ever produced. X 1000
Put everything the history channel has ever done to shame.
What a powerful ending. Thank you for an incredible piece of work!
Glad you enjoyed it!
That last poem braught a tear to my eye. Thank you for making this. It was an experiance
These are the best documentaries I can't stop watching
Automatic like drop. Thanks for this series. Already listened to the audio version, can’t wait to see some of the visuals to go along this beautifully narrated episode. Thank you so much for making this free to watch.
This show is the reason I think of fallen Empires constantly
That was my favorite M:tG set.
I love everything about your work. I go to sleep with it and listen while awake.
The quality of your presentations is fantastic. The detail, the pacing, and your vocal style make it very engaging for the viewer/listener. I have listened to many of your presentations over the past few years, and each time I find myself drawn into the particular topic, even though at first instance, I wasn't entirely interested in that topic. Well done, and thanks.
Oh Sweet! Egypt is gonna be an interesting one! Thank you so much for these!
Your narration style and voice just gives me massive nostalgia for the old walking with dinosaurs series. Loved that series and this.
YES! I knew it sounded familiar. I loved those series as a kid, walking with beasts was always my favorite though
That series was very formative for me. Narrated by Kenneth Brannagh
Idk why, but my seasonal allergies have become migraines and body aches. I've been in so much pain all week... this video is the first time I've looked forward to anything. Thank you.
I watch KZhead more than I probably should; however, even with literally hundreds of subscriptions, this may be my favorite channel. (It is even *imho* one of the best channels, which is a different thing altogether which does not necessarily overlap.) Although the wait was/is difficult, I *definitely* prefer to wait for it to be done right with care. As a former software engineer I understand the economics of TTM ("Time To Market") and cash flow etc. But I believe that over the long term any immediate/temporary losses from a slow release in order to perfect the quality will be more than compensated in the long term with positive word-of-mouth and grass-roots channel support. Plus (and imho most importantly) you are doing a great service to humanity at large by sharing the most accurate representation possible of our history and shared identity/place in the universe. All this told in such a compelling and exciting narrative...which results in even more sharing and understanding, culminating in the most wonderful human capacity: empathy. ...All of this juxtaposed over the bleakest, unfair, and nihistic setting/backdrop imaginable. This epiphany in the midst of a worldwide contradiction is almost Hegelian in its dialectic. ...phew! I hope that made sense. I am a clunky writer at the best of times.
If you want an esoteric channel, have you heard of The Why FIles?
@@scrollop The Why Files is a great channel. It's funny you mention that because that is one of my roomate's favorite channels. Tbh coming from an engineering/scientific background I tend to be a skeptic when it comes to "extraordinary claims" while my philosophy-major roomate is more open-minded in that regard. (Although I hope I am more open-minded than those scientists who seem to be stuck in a materialistic worldview.) But we both come together to watch both this channel and The Why Files because he always makes compelling arguments. (I respect that he even highlights counter-arguments at the end.) ...that said sometimes I want to strangle Hecklefish (j/k... kidding 😂)
@yurkdawg > coming from an engineering/scientific background from I tend to be a skeptic when it comes to "extraordinary claims" while my philosophy-major roomate is more open-minded in that regard Is it any surprise then that philosophy is the epitome of "I will talk your head off for money"? Your friend needs to stop being a useless mouth and learn something useful, like mathematics.
It’s been wonderful to watch this channel grow as people recognise its brilliance. However many hours it takes, I will work my way through it…
Aztecs and Inca episodes are great 😃
Simply astonishing production. Thank you for this masterpiece. I will be sure to buy your book.
Hope you enjoy it!
Thanks for a new masterpiece and also for release it as one piece
always look forward to Fall of Civilizations.. Top class work.
I never thought I'd see another documentary but I'm glad it's still going on!!
What an amazing series. The fact we have it here on KZhead is fantastic.
Your entire series is 2nd to none. This should be taught in schools. Thank you for your awe enspiring work. Lest we forget.
This is the best day ever ❤❤❤ YES! Thank you Coop.
OKAY SO I JUST SCREAMED ❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you forever Paul, your research and dedication is unmatched and I will continue to wait patiently for the next episode ❤❤❤❤
Enjoy! 😬
What a beautiful sight to behold, a four hour long Fall of the Pharoahs youtube vid by the greatest channel
I've always found that this channel is the best in so many ways! I cannot thank you enough for the accuracy with which you endeavour to convey your narration, the best representation of facts, how measured and reasonable you are in dealing with the controversial parts of history and how informative you are, kudos! Long may it continue.
Another epic episode of this great podcast maker! Such a delight to watch and listen to. Can't wait for the next episode!
Yep these should be part of Educational Curriculum around the World, They are such a joy,and beautifully made. Thanks always for your efforts Paul, and Team??🎉❤
Hands down the greatest history channel on not just YT but all platforms.
Always makes my day when I see a new Fall of Civilizations video and podcast. Simply the best.
Terrific. Thank you.
Thank you! Best series on the ancient world!
This man deserves his own tv series, and a gold metal for outstanding documentaries. Bravo and well done.
Umm I stopped TV a decade ago. And I'm not the only one. I like to select what I watch and listen to.
Best content on KZhead. Huge fan, for years now. I can’t thank you enough.
You know what I think is missing from these? Your voice. Not in the literal sense, your beautiful voice provides incredible narration, but in the figutive sense. I want to know what you learned, what you felt, what you experienced in the journey to learn about these histories, what insights you gained and what stories resonated with you. I think that would be cool
I just bought the book as well. This series is an absolute treasure
Thank you!
Man I been waiting on this video to drop, super excited for 4 hrs of Fall, on the Pharaohs. Bring it don't sing it.
Would you please do an episode on Majapahit in Southeast Asia? I love your series and I can hardly describe the sense of joy I feel when you've released a new episode. You have a gift; thank you for sharing it with us.
FOC's long form and thoughtful tone educate and sedate. I watch these episodes repeatedly. They sound like poetry. Please continue with this work. Thank you Paul Cooper.
Thank you for your beautiful documentaries!
At last, Egypt, perhaps the greatest of them all! Thank you, Paul, for your insightful storytelling on fallen civilizations. Have been a fan of FoC since your first episodes, cheers from Brazil!
I listened to this on the podcast. The only problem becomes waiting for the next one.
I’ve been hooked since your first episode man. I don’t think there is one channel that has caught my attention more based on my personal interests. Thank you for all the work you put into this and sharing it with us.
Glad to hear it!
Dude, not only cutting edge archaeology but also so well produced. I’m so excited for this new generation of creators. Wild
YES! Finally the video version! Thank you sooooo much!
Without a doubt the best documentary on Egypt.
Eternally grateful to Paul Cooper and his team for this masterpiece
Thank you so so much! Bought the book, I love your content! Best that's ever done it, and been waiting for this version since the audio came out! Much love and support!!