Humans have populated the Earth for around 350,000 years, yet organized civilizations have only existed for approximately 10,000 years. The development of agriculture, animal husbandry, and writing allowed early humans to form complex societies. While many ancient civilizations have vanished, a few, like the Chinese and Egyptians, have stood the test of time. In this episode, we delve into these ancient societies and explore which ones lasted longer than you might expect.