The Egyptian Pyramids (Radio Edit)
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06/12/21
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Greg Jenner is joined by Prof Sarah Parcak and comedian Maria Shehata to learn all about the magnificent Egyptian pyramids. We discover how and why pyramids were built, who constructed them, and how space archaeology can help us discover and protect hundreds of pyramids and tombs that are yet to be found.
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Script: Greg Jenner Research: Emma Nagouse Producer: Dan Morelle
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