Manchester Museum and kids podcast Armchair Adventures are creating a new episode that takes young listeners on an adventure to Ancient Egypt.
This special episode also marks the start of the series ramping up to a fortnightly release schedule.
An Ancient Egypt Adventure guest stars Dr. Campbell Price, Curator of Egyptology at Manchester Museum. It introduces little listeners to the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt, focusing on the inspiring female pharaoh, Hatshepsut.
One of Egypt’s greatest rulers, Hatshepsut challenged the traditional perceptions of Ancient Egyptian leaders. The episode inspires young listeners with her story of strength, leadership, and perseverance.
Dr. Campbell Price says, “The Ancient Egypt Adventure episode of Armchair Adventures is a fantastic way to bring history to life for children. By exploring Ancient Egypt and learning about remarkable figures like Hatshepsut, young listeners can develop a deep curiosity about the past and ignite a passion for learning.
“Collaborating with Armchair Adventures podcast has been a rewarding experience, and through the podcast we want to inspire young listeners to visit museums like Manchester Museum to delve deeper into this fascinating subject.”
The three-part episode also features voices from a cast of real-life grannies and grandads and school children from across Greater Manchester.
Andy Smith, Creative Director at Made By Mortals, the team behind Armchair Adventures podcast, believes these collaborations are crucial for engaging young minds, he says: “At Armchair Adventures, we are committed to providing high-quality, screen-free learning for children.
“Partnering with world-class institutions like Manchester Museum allows our kids’ podcasts to go beyond storytelling and an enriching and super-fun educational experience the whole family can enjoy.”
The first episode of An Ancient Egypt Adventure is available now on all podcast platforms now. Remaining episodes are released on 30 January and a special bonus episode on 13 February.