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Why are we OBSESSED with the ancient Egyptians?

Why are we OBSESSED with the ancient Egyptians?

Egyptologist Campbell Price considers the legacy of ancient Egyptians, and asks: why are we still so obsessed with them?

Emily Briffett

Published: January 13, 2026 at 11:05 AM

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In this fifth episode of our series on ancient Egypt, Emily Briffett is joined by curator and Egyptologist Campbell Price for a final time to explore the enduring legacy and influence of ancient Egypt – from the 'Egyptomania' that gripped Victorian Britain to key discoveries that have shaped our understanding of Egypt’s past.

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Emily BriffettSenior content producer (podcasts)

Emily Briffett is senior content producer (podcasts) at HistoryExtra