19K views · 318 reactions | The ancient Maya civilization remains largely a mystery. According to Ed Barnhart, less than 1% of the vast Maya world has been excavated—meaning our understanding is still in its infancy. Just as Washington D.C.’s monuments don’t tell the full story of America, the Maya ruins we’ve uncovered are only a fraction of a much greater lost civilization. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/S4jKPe7hUsg?si=L9pdFg8ceScR_oLD | Matt Beall Podcast | Facebook

Handbags in ancient Mesoamerican art may not be what they seem. Ed Barnhart suggests they symbolize a shamanic or ritualistic profession, much like a warrior’s spear and shield. Maya shamans today carry similar bags filled with sacred items—corn seeds, beans, and crystals. Could this iconography extend beyond Mesoamerica? Full Episode: https://youtu.be/S4jKPe7hUsg?si=_ntryeUdodzas5gr | Matt Beall Podcast

2K views · 15 reactions | ICYMI: Yesterday, Rachel Barnhart officially began her campaign for the 25th Congressional District, touting how she is not a career politician. STORY: https://bit.ly/2K1CG1b Who will you be voting for in the 25th District? | WHEC TV | Facebook

Modern society tends to underestimate ancient civilizations, viewing them as primitive or less intelligent. But according to Dr. Ed Barnhart, ancient people were far more creative, competent, and knowledgeable than we give them credit for. From engineering to astronomy, their achievements rival and even surpass our modern understanding. It’s time to change how we talk about them. Full Episode: https://youtu.be/S4jKPe7hUsg?si=CWu2I6PqCKG2PN7x | Matt Beall Podcast

EA Mexico 2024: Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico Shows the upper portions of an artificial platform supporting three pyramids. Ed Barnhart presents some history of the area. | Earth Ancients