This cosmo-mythologically charged episode features Professor Giulio Magli, an Italian astrophysicist and archaeoastronomer serving as the Head of the Department of Mathematics at the Polytechnic University of Milan, where he teaches Italy’s first official course in archaeoastronomy.

With a background in relativistic astrophysics, for 25 years Giulio has applied the principles of mathematics to the orientations and alignments of ancient architecture and monumental landscapes, revealing connections between the sky, architecture, religion, and mythology.

We begin by discussing the underlying archaeoastronomical alignments within Cambodia's Angkor Wat, the largest religious complex ever built, and Giulio explains the fine lines between intentionality and chance, sharing his distaste for numerology.

Demonstrating the "selection effect,” contravening many previous claims, Giulio explains why the Pyramids of Egypt have nothing whatsoever to do with the Orion constellation. And detailing the findings of his most recent paper, he suggests Machu Picchu was not only a royal estate but also an important pilgrimage site.

Join me in this non-linear and labyrinthine discussion with Professor Giulio Magli.

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Professor Giulio Magli Professional Bio
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