Episode #380: "Cart Ruts" in Stone II - Mystery Continues to be Unsolved

More investigation into the strange sets of "cart ruts" we explored in the Phrygian Valley in Turkey. We show more drone footage and photos, look at examples of "cart ruts" from the "Oregon Trail" in Wyoming, as well as actual ruts in mud for comparison. We read more emails with suggestions and ideas and discuss them. Thank you all for your emails and comments! The ruts are a fascinating and enduring mystery.   Support us on Patron or PayPal by going through our support page here: https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 02:00 Initial observations and setting the scene 04:04 Discussion of recent field visits and findings 06:02 Analysis of the physical characteristics of the ruts 07:59 Theories about water erosion and natural formation 10:04 Possible ancient vehicle or machine origins 11:57 Geological processes like calcification and erosion 13:53 Comparison with Oregon Trail and other historical ruts 15:57 The role of environmental changes and climate shifts 17:59 Discussion of recent scientific insights and hypotheses 19:51 Summary of key points and ongoing questions 02:30 Analysis of Terrain and Material Evidence 04:59 Hypotheses: Watercraft, Sleds, and Carts 10:04 Geological and Material Insights 15:04 Historical Context and Theories 19:51 Practical Considerations and Experiments 25:07 Summary of Key Findings and Open Questions