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Ancient Technology Podcast

Karoly Poka

Booking Overview

An interview-led show focused on ancient engineering, archaeological evidence, lost technologies, and unresolved questions in human history, typically featuring researchers, technical specialists, and knowledgeable creators. Suitable pitches include Egyptologists, archaeologists, experimental-archaeology practitioners, materials or surveying specialists, and experts who can assess ancient technologies through measurable evidence; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 28

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: United Kingdom

Instagram: 2.8k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

karoly@karolypoka.com

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Host

Karoly Poka - Technology innovation research engineer and documentary creator focused on ancient engineering, lost knowledge, 3D scanning, field research, and technical analysis of ancient structures and artifacts.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Researchers, Egyptologists, archaeologists, surveyors, technical specialists, experimental archaeologists, and established subject-matter creators with direct expertise or demonstrable practical work on ancient technology and material evidence.
Required Achievements:  
Peer-reviewed research or university-level expertise, Specialized fieldwork, surveying, or experimental reconstructions, Documented technical projects involving ancient artifacts or technologies, Established educational or history-focused media work

Recent Guest Discussions

Graham Van Zuilecom - CNC Machining, Ancient Egyptian Vase Precision, 3d Scanning, Machining Tolerances, Ancient Saw Cuts And Core Drilling, And Experimental Reconstruction.

Mark Weeden - The Decipherment Of Cuneiform, Sumerian Tablets, The Anunnaki In Ancient Texts, Flood Myths, Göbekli Tepe, And Early Iron Technology.

Michael Button - Lost Civilizations, Ancient Engineering, Human Origins, Göbekli Tepe, Lost Technologies, Ancient Egyptian Precision, And Researching History-focused Video Content.

Martin Odler - Ancient Egyptian Copper Tools, Experimental Archaeology, Stone Quarrying, The Petrie Core, Ancient Lathes, Stone-vase Production, And Evidence Concerning Great Pyramid Construction.

Recent Topics

History, Archaeology, Ancient Engineering, Egyptology, Experimental Archaeology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Ancient Technology Podcast
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#27 - Can Modern CNC Match Ancient Egyptian Precision? | Graham Van Zuilecom

September 27, 2026

Graham Van Zuilecom is a machinist from Australia. In this episode, he shares how he recreated the “OG” Egyptian vase in aluminium using modern CNC technology. We discuss the machining process, the time and cost involved, the results of our 3D scans, and his plans to make a version in granite.Graham's business: https://cncroutersaustralia.com.au/🎧 Check Out Other Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5w7ZZHKlr0Ro64uA-ZH3uvSNyzsCKO57🙏 Support Links:Join this channel to get acce...

#26 - What Sumerian Tablets Really Say About the Anunnaki | Dr. Mark Weeden

September 06, 2026

Dr. Mark Weeden takes us through how cuneiform was deciphered, why Sumerian went unrecognised for decades, and what the Mesopotamian texts actually say about the Anunnaki. We also cover the flood myths, Göbekli Tepe, and whether the Hittites really invented iron.Dr. Mark Weeden: https://ucl.academia.edu/MarkWeeden🎧 Check Out Other Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5w7ZZHKlr0Ro64uA-ZH3uvSNyzsCKO57🙏 Support Links:Join this channel to get access to perks: https://creators.spotify...

#25 - Ancient Egyptian Precision: What 3D Measurements Reveal | Marián Marčiš

August 16, 2026

Marián Marcis is a surveyor and associate professor of photogrammetry who uses 3D measurement to test long-standing claims about ancient Egyptian stonework. In this episode, we discuss his peer-reviewed experiment in the Aswan quarry, how long the unfinished obelisk would really have taken, the saw marks on the Hordjedef sarcophagus, the famous "overcut" at Karnak, and the symmetry of Ramesses II. We also dive into how photogrammetry works, what it can and cannot tell us, and why a ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Ancient Technology Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Ancient Technology Podcast?

Ancient Technology Podcast is hosted by Karoly Poka. Its publicly listed email is karoly@karolypoka.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Ancient Technology Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Ancient Technology Podcast: karoly@karolypoka.com.

How many listeners does Ancient Technology Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Ancient Technology Podcast reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Ancient Technology Podcast?

Ancient Technology Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Researchers, Egyptologists, archaeologists, surveyors, technical specialists, experimental archaeologists, and established subject-matter creators with direct expertise or demonstrable practical work on ancient technology and material evidence. Common among recent guests: Peer-reviewed research or university-level expertise; Specialized fieldwork, surveying, or experimental reconstructions; Documented technical projects involving ancient artifacts or technologies. Recent guests include Graham Van Zuilecom, Mark Weeden, and Michael Button.

How hard is it to get booked on Ancient Technology Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Ancient Technology Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover History, Archaeology, Ancient Engineering, Egyptology, and Experimental Archaeology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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