# Egyptians in the Grand Canyon?: The 1909 Discovery

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Podcast: [Theories of the Third Kind](https://stenobird.com/podcast/theories-of-the-third-kind-182573)
Published: 2026-03-05T18:00:00+00:00
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In 1909, an Arizona newspaper reported that an explorer discovered a hidden cave deep inside the Grand Canyon filled with Egyptian-style artifacts, hieroglyphs, and a massive underground complex. The story claimed the Smithsonian was involved… but the discovery was never mentioned again. In this episode, we explore the mysterious report and the theories surrounding one of the strangest archaeological claims in American history. Watch the full episode on YouTube: ▶ https://bit.ly/TheoriesOfTheThirdKindYT Support the show + unlock bonus episodes: 🎧 200+ bonus audio episodes▶ https://theoriesofthethirdkind.supercast.com

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