Best Ancient Astronaut Theory Podcasts (2025)

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Mysteries of Scotland - S20E9 1:06:22

12m ago1:06:22

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We're back again - with a dip of a prolapsed anus into ol' Loch Ness, and the rest of wet, moist, damp, beautiful Scotland!By Probing Ancient Aliens

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Brian Schmidt on Nobel Prize-winning supernovae and the joys of making wine 28:39

16d ago28:39

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Have you ever pondered the fact that the universe is expanding? And not only that, it's expanding at an increasing speed - meaning everything around us is getting further and further away? If that isolating thought makes you feel slightly panicked, don't worry: this programme also contains wine! Brian Schmidt is a Distinguished Professor of Astroph…

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Jacqueline McKinley on unearthing bones and stories at Britain's ancient burial sites 28:32

23d ago28:32

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How much information can you extract from a burnt fragment of human bone? Quite a lot, it turns out - not only about the individual, but also their broader lives and communities; and these are the stories unearthed by Jacqueline McKinley, a Principal Osteoarchaeologist with Wessex Archaeology. During her career, Jackie has analysed thousands of anc…

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S20E7: Secrets of the Sumerians 1:13:10

1M ago1:13:10

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We just couldn't stay away from Tsouks, Childress, and Von Daniken n'crew forever! We're checking back in with Ancient Aliens after a couple years off and many changes in our personal lives. How has the show evolved in our time away? How much deeper are the bacon canyons in the brows and cheeks of our funky-haired talking heads? Has anyone gone thr…

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Jonathan Shepherd on a career as a crime-fighting surgeon 28:38

1M ago28:38

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Surgeons often have to deal with the consequences of violent attacks - becoming all too familiar with patterns of public violence, and peaks around weekends, alcohol-infused events and occasions that bring together groups with conflicting ideals. Professor Jonathan Shepherd not only recognised the link between public violence and emergency hospital…

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Doyne Farmer on making sense of chaos for a better world 28:32

1M ago28:32

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Doyne Farmer is something of a rebel. Back in the seventies, when he was a student, he walked into a casino in Las Vegas, sat down at a roulette table and beat the house. To anyone watching the wheel spin and the ball clatter to its final resting place, his choice of number would’ve looked like a lucky guess. But knowing the physics of the game and…

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Tori Herridge on ancient dwarf elephants and frozen mammoths 28:39

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Elephants are the largest living land mammal and today our plant is home to three species: the African bush elephant, the African forest elephant, and the Asian elephant. But a hundred thousand years ago, in the chilly depths of the Ice Age, multiple species of elephant roamed the earth: from dog-sized dwarf elephants to towering woolly mammoths. T…

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Sir Magdi Yacoub on pioneering heart transplant surgery 28:35

2M ago28:35

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What does it take to earn the nickname, ‘The Leonardo da Vinci of heart surgery’? That's the moniker given to today's guest - a man who pioneered high-profile and often controversial procedures, but also helped drive huge medical progress; carrying out around 2,000 heart transplants and 400 dual heart-lung transplants during his 60-year career. Sir…

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Hungry For Skinwalker Ranch - S4E14: Living in a Metamaterial World 1:23:49

3M ago1:23:49

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We're back after another hiatus, because Joey became a dad 3.5 weeks before he thought he would! But we're here to finish off the season 4 finale and step away from ol' Travis and the team for a few months until Season 5 is available on streaming services. The Skinwalker crew sits down with Brandon in his skyscraper lair to go over the data they've…

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The One Where We Finally Talk About Garrus 1:07:10

4M ago1:07:10

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Join Scott and Tristan for a chaotic post-season Q&A where they tackle everything from their favourite fictional aliens to conspiracy theories they almost believed. Get ready for tangents into video games, surprising revelations about research rabbit holes, and an unexpectedly passionate debate about the correct pronunciation of poutine. This episo…

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Montauk: The Conspiracy Theory That Inspired Better Fiction 1:22:07

4M ago1:22:07

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Let's explore the bizarre world of the Montauk Project, where recovered memories meet Cold War paranoia to create one of America's wildest conspiracy theories. We explore how a decommissioned military base somehow became ground zero for alleged government experiments in mind control, time travel, and alien contact. We'll examine their "recovered me…

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Hungry For Skinwalker Ranch - S4E13: Everything in the Air All at Once 1:10:21

4M ago1:10:21

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Travis Taylor and th'boys throw everything they've used this season at The Blob in The Triangle all at once! Rockets (of course), Laser Cannons, Laser Blazing Bear chanting, and 250 drones!By Probing Ancient Aliens

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Tim Peake on his journey to becoming an astronaut and science in space 1:00:04

4M ago1:00:04

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What's it like living underwater for two weeks? What's the trickiest part of training to be an astronaut? What are the most memorable sights you see from space?Several extreme questions, all of which can be answered by one man: Major Tim Peake. After a childhood packed with outdoor adventures, via the Cub Scouts and school Cadet Force, Tim joined t…

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The Great New Jersey Drone Panic of 2024 1:27:31

4M ago1:27:31

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In late 2024, New Jersey became the epicenter of a nationwide panic when mysterious large drones started appearing over military installations, power lines, and even Trump's golf course. From the Morris County sightings to the Coast Guard's encounter with a dozen coordinated drones, we dive into what's really happening, why everyone's freaking out,…

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Ancient Aliens Can't Melt Stone Beams 48:27

5M ago48:27

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Scott and Tristan melt down Ancient Aliens' claims about Scotland's mysterious vitrified forts. Through terrible Scottish accents and unexpected detours into modern battery technology, they explore how Iron Age Scots used sophisticated fire management techniques to create these unique structures - no alien death rays required. Learn why turning you…

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The Ancient Greek Scientist Who Didn't Build a Death Ray 1:05:56

5M ago1:05:56

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Join us as we dive into one of ancient history's most persistent myths: Archimedes' legendary death ray. From Ancient Aliens' claims of extraterrestrial technology to Mythbusters' multiple attempts to recreate it, we explore how this mathematical genius became associated with a weapon that probably never existed. But don't worry - we'll also discov…

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Ancient Aliens Really Need To Stop Making Things Up About Alexander (the Great) ft. Dael Kingsmill 1:20:02

5M ago1:20:02

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Was Alexander the Great's historic campaign into India really halted by alien intervention? Ancient astronaut theorists say yes (of course they do), claiming mysterious flying shields scared his war elephants. We dive into the actual historical records, discuss why troops might not want to march through mountain deserts with elephants, and explore …

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Thunder Gods Don't Need Plasma Rifles 42:53

5M ago42:53

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Ancient Aliens claims that mythological super-weapons - from Zeus's thunderbolts to Poseidon's trident - were actually advanced alien technology misinterpreted by ancient peoples. But what if these legendary artifacts were actually serving a different purpose? Join us as we explore how these weapons represented divine authority, natural forces, and…

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Hungry for Skinwalker Ranch - S4E12: In And Out 1:07:27

5M ago1:07:27

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We're back! And Travis and the ranch crew have more...RAWKETS to shooooooooooot!!!! This time - they're shootin' 'em fuckin' SAHD-WAAAAAAZE!!! Also, there is a top 5 all time coolest pieces of evidence contender at the end of this episode - enjoy!By Probing Ancient Aliens

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Chariots of Liar: The Truth About Ancient 'Spaceships' 1:05:47

6M ago1:05:47

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From fiery chariots in the Bible to flying turtles in Native American mythology, ancient stories are full of fantastic flying vehicles and creatures. But while Ancient Aliens insists these are proof of extraterrestrial technology, we dive into the real cultural and religious significance behind these myths. Join us as we explore how ancient astrona…

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Beer, Pizza, and Big Rocks: How Ancient Buildings Were Actually Made 1:11:14

6M ago1:11:14

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From the Great Pyramids to Baalbek, ancient astronaut theorists claim that mysterious acoustic levitation technology was used to move massive stones. But what happens when you actually look at the physics of sound? Join us as we explore the real engineering achievements of ancient civilizations, debunk the myths around acoustic levitation, and disc…

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Jericho: Aliens Love Their Bass Drops ft. Tom Nicholas 1:12:57

6M ago1:12:57

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Ancient Aliens claims the walls of Jericho were destroyed by advanced alien sonic weapons powered by the Ark of the Covenant. Plus: The best Veggie Tales songs, medieval siege tactics, and why aliens with faster-than-light technology probably would have just invented gunpowder instead. Check out our guest this week Tom Nicholas. Get new episodes ea…

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Why Ancient People Could Actually Art 1:01:14

6M ago1:01:14

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From Egyptian sun disks to Mayan turtle sculptures, watch in horror as Ancient Aliens transforms religious symbols into spaceships, completely ignoring centuries of cultural context and artistic expression. Learn about the actual meanings behind these ancient artworks while questioning why Ancient Aliens thinks people from the past were incapable o…

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We Goofed: The Sandwich That Didn't Start World War I 1:11:21

7M ago1:11:21

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Gavrilo Princip probably wasn't munching on a sandwich when he decided to kick off World War I. This, along with other thrilling things we did wrong, is in this one. We'll also explore how we managed to confuse rocks, misplace a few billion dollars in military spending, and accidentally transport a moustached TV host to the Mexican desert - all in …

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PATREON PEEK: Adventurous Ghosts - S6E9: Old Charlston Jail 1:04:21

7M ago1:04:21

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**Ok, I know we've been terrible at posting lately. Our schedules have been completely packed lately, school, baby stuff, new job, etc. We WILL get back to a consistent schedule and still love doing the show! Please be patient with us until we are back into our groove(s)**ORIGINAL PATREON DESCRIPTION: Zak and the crew go on a ghost date with Lavini…

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Hungry for Skinwalker Ranch - S4E11: In the Heat of the Night 1:15:56

7M ago1:15:56

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This episode is chock-full of experimental goodness and actually feels like the culmination of most of the experiments surrounding "the blob" that came before it! Plus: rockets, flamethrowers, and tesla guns...need we say more?By Probing Ancient Aliens

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