EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 46 MIN
Ancient Egypt Beyond the Pyramids: Daily Life, Culture, and Hidden Histories with Melissa in De Nile
from Say It With History: Conversations That Shaped The Past with Holley Snaith · host Holley Snaith
Ancient Egypt is full of stories beyond Cleopatra, Tutankhamun, and the pyramids—and Melissa in De Nile is here to share them. An Egyptologist, archaeologist, and museum educator, Melissa has built a platform that makes history approachable, fun, and accessible to audiences everywhere. In this episode, we talk about her journey from a childhood fascination with Ancient Egypt to her work as a museum educator and content creator. We explore the daily lives of ordinary Egyptians, her surprising research on dogs in Egyptian culture, and the enduring fascination with the city of Amarna. Melissa also reflects on the importance of combating myths and misinformation while opening doors for people who love history but may feel shut out of academia.Melissa launched Melissa in De Nile in 2020 to share Ancient Egyptian art, archaeology, and history with the public in engaging and creative ways. She creates content across TikTok, Twitch, YouTube, and other platforms, while also working as a museum educator to connect audiences of all ages with the past.Books mentionedMummies in the Morning by Mary Pope Osborne: Amazon | BookshopMummies and Pyramids by Mary Pope Osborne & Will Osborne: BookshopCome, Tell Me How You Live by Agatha Christie Mallowan: BookshopNefertiti: A Novel by Michelle Moran: Amazon | BookshopConnect with Melissa: Website | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube | Twitch | Facebook | PatreonConnect with Holley: Buy Me A Coffee | Website | LinkedIn | Bluesky | Instagram | Medium
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Ancient Egypt Beyond the Pyramids: Daily Life, Culture, and Hidden Histories with Melissa in De Nile
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