Ashley Cowie is an acclaimed Scottish author, archaeological documentary filmmaker, and investigative researcher specializing in ancient iconography and megalithic landscapes. An elected Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, he has authored four non-fiction history books and over 2,200 articles on prehistoric archaeology and ancient sciences.

Hailing from Wick on Scotland’s northeastern coast, Ashley studied filmmaking in Glasgow before documenting the Neolithic landscapes of the North Highlands and Orkney, presenting his discoveries at the Orkney International Science Festival. He began his television career as a resident historian for STV, hosting The People's History Show, and lectured on filmmaking at the University of the West of Scotland. He gained international recognition hosting NBC Universal's Legend Quest, tracking lost treasures across 30 countries. His extensive production and presenting portfolio spans major global networks, including Discovery Channel (Expedition Unknown), PBS (Great Estates), BBC, History Channel, and Travel Channel.

Currently conducting archaeological field research and drone mapping in the Colombian Andes, Ashley is the creator of History Fuzz, a multimedia brand featuring an archaeology podcast and a YouTube channel produced alongside international scientists. His latest project is the Phenomenology documentary series, which explores indigenous mythology and sacred landscapes in the high-altitude valleys of Colombia.