# 208. The Mystery of Ötzi – Life, Death, and the Curse

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Published: 2026-06-30T21:00:00+00:00
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Discovered in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman lived over 5,000 years ago in the Alps. His tools, tattoos, and copper axe revealed a complex ancient culture. A string of eerie deaths among researchers sparked the legend of Ötzi’s curse. The enigma still captivates scientists worldwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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