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The Lost Legacy of Great Zimbabwe's Stone Birds
In this episode, we revisit the iconic soapstone birds of Great Zimbabwe and uncover the latest discoveries that are rewriting their story. From the famed Zimbabwe bird to the sacred bateleur eagle, we explore how these carvings functioned as royal totems, intermediaries to the Mwari oracle, and symbols of cosmic power. Join us as we examine new archaeological findings from the Hill Complex and Great Enclosure, and hear how centuries of looting and colonial collecting scattered these treasures across the globe. We also discuss a groundbreaking 2023 radiocarbon dating project that pushes the…
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