Digging up Ancient Aliens

24/03/2026

Swedens largest burial mound… The kings mound close to Kivik.

The first person buried here was a teenager around 1400 BCE.
But they weren’t the last.

At least six more individuals were placed inside the tomb.

So the question is:
Burial… or sacrifice?

11/12/2025

It’s winter and let’s have a look at some Viking skis on a Runestone.

01/04/2025

Museums can be a dangerous place… It’s also important to check your calendars 📅

25/02/2025

Is Graham Hancock uncovering lost civilizations—or just bending the facts? Join Fredrik as he digs into Hancock's latest claims, using scientific evidence and archaeological data to separate fact from fiction.

🏹 White Sands Mystery: Did humans leave footprints in New Mexico 23,000 years ago? Discover what the data really shows—and why Hancock's comet theory doesn’t hold up.
🌿 Amazonian Earthworks: Were ancient geometric mounds evidence of advanced civilizations—or the result of centuries of cultural development?
💡 Skepticism vs. Speculation: Learn why science thrives on questioning evidence—and how archaeology evolves with new discoveries.

Tune in for a journey through ancient landscapes and modern myths—where facts, not fantasies, tell the real story. Don’t miss it!

🎧 Link in the comments!

21/01/2025

🎙️ Test Your Pseudoarchaeology Knowledge! 🛸⚔️🐉

In our latest episode, Fredrik faces off against returning guest Mark in a hilarious and enlightening quiz competition, while Michelle keeps them on their toes with tough questions about ancient aliens, Viking burial practices, the Loch Ness monster, and more.

🔥 What’s at stake? Bragging rights, of course—but also the chance to unravel some of the wildest misconceptions about history and conspiracies!

📚 Will the Vikings reveal their secret spaceships?
🌍 Is the Earth actually flat?
👽 Did aliens really build the pyramids?

Laugh along as the trio dives into absurd mainstream conspiracies and pseudo-historical claims with wit, humor, and just enough skepticism to keep you thinking. This episode is your perfect mix of trivia, banter, and eye-opening commentary!

🎧 Listen now: https://diggingupancientaliens.com/episode-79-the-great-quiz.html

Who do YOU think will win the quiz showdown? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Join in a high-stakes quiz episode about who is the most knowledgeable about pseudoarchaeology.

20/01/2025

I was interviewed by Aftonbladet, one of Swedens biggest newspapers on Atlantis. While the headline is a bit clickbait I got to discuss Corsettis theories on Atlantis and how it’s not real and the issues with Hyperdiffusion and other similar theories

Gömd i västra Sahara stirrar ett jättelikt ”öga” mot himlen. Den unika och jättelika strukturen har ingen direkt motsvarighet någon annanstans i världen. Nu har en kontroversiell pseudoforskare presenterat en rad nya bevis för att Atlantis en gång i tiden tronade över platsen.

09/01/2025

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🎙️

This week, we’re tackling a sensitive yet critical topic: the ethics of using human remains in archaeology and pseudoscience. 🧑‍🏫💀 From ancient alien theories to sensationalist claims, we take a hard look at how figures like Jaime Maussan have manipulated human remains to promote outlandish narratives, often at the expense of dignity and respect.

✨ Key Takeaways:

The troubling legacy of hyperdiffusion and racism in pseudoscience.
How modern archaeology is embracing self-reflection and ethical practices.
Why it’s crucial for both researchers and the public to handle history with care and integrity.
It’s time to rethink how we honor the past and advocate for a history that uplifts humanity, not distorts it. 🌍❤️

🎧 Listen now and join the conversation about respecting human dignity, challenging pseudoscience, and building a better understanding of our shared history.

https://diggingupancientaliens.com/episode-78-ethics-ancient-aliens.html

Exploring the ethics of using human remains in archaeology & pseudoscience, challenging ancient alien myths & advocating for dignity & respect.

07/01/2025

Due to travel, the next episode will arrive on Thursday, the 9th of December. I'll be back on the regular schedule after that

31/12/2024

Happy New Year! Let’s celebrate it with a brand new episode looking back on the year that has passed us by.

Join Episode 77 of Digging Up Ancient Aliens, reflecting on 2024's highlights—from challenges to major breakthroughs in archaeology and beyond.

24/12/2024

Happy Holidays! Due to Christmas, this week’s episode is slightly delayed, but as we say, when you wait for something good, you get what you want. I hope you all have a good holiday!