Zahi Hawas

Type: Person

As of November 2026, Zahi Hawas has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Piers Morgan Uncensored (Dec 2025). In the episode of "Piers Morgan Uncensored," Graham Hancock references Zahi Hawas as a leading authority on the Giza pyramids, describing him as the "godfather" of their study. The discussion centers around their differing views on drilling to investigate underground anomalies, highlighting Hawas's commitment to the pyramids while acknowledging their disagreements.

Presented as a leading Egyptian authority on Giza who opposed (or was seen as opposing) drilling to verify underground anomaly claims; Hancock argues for respect while disagreeing.

Zahi Hawas at a glance
Mentioned in1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heardDec 2025 on Piers Morgan Uncensored
RoleDr. (stated)
AffiliationEgyptian archaeology establishment (implied); influential with Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (stated influence)

Who talks about Zahi Hawas on podcasts?

Piers Morgan brought up Zahi Hawas; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on Piers Morgan Uncensored.

What is Zahi Hawas mentioned alongside?

Debated by: Graeme Hancock