Where did the world’s most widespread language family originate? Spoken by billions across Europe, South Asia, and beyond, Indo-European languages trace back to a single ancestral tongue—Proto-Indo-European (PIE). But where was its true homeland? In this episode, we explore the two leading theories: the Steppe Theory, which places its origins in the Pontic-Caspian Steppe, and the Anatolian Hypothesis, which suggests early farmers in Anatolia spread the language.
Join us as we examine linguistic reconstructions, archaeological discoveries, and genetic evidence that shape this fascinating debate. From the domestication of horses to the spread of agriculture, the story of PIE is intertwined with human migration, innovation, and culture.
Tune in to uncover the mystery behind the origins and expansion of the Indo-European languages.
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