Kathleen Sheppard Discusses Overlooked Women in Egyptology on TheCollector Podcast

In a recent episode of TheCollector Podcast, Dr. Kathleen (Kate) Sheppard, a history of science professor at Missouri S&T, sheds light on the significant yet frequently overlooked roles of women in Egyptology. Sheppard, who authored 'Women in the Valley of the Kings' and 'Tea on the Terrace', points out that the contributions of women—through their notes, correspondence, teaching, and research—are often missing from well-known accounts. The discussion delves into the social networks that influenced Egyptology, including informal hotel meetings, while also examining the discipline's connections to European imperialism and colonialism. By revisiting figures such as Margaret Murray and Caroline Ransom Williams, Sheppard underscores the value of everyday documentation in preserving historical narratives. The episode can be found on TheCollector's website, featuring a Vimeo embed.