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This time, we have a guest, Angela, from the "Ancient History with Angela" channel on TikTok and Instagram, who will discuss a few clips about classical Greece and Rome with us. We will learn that we can all be fooled when several emperors share the same name and that Ancient Alien proponents will use this to their advantage. We will also discuss source criticism, how historians approach a subject...

It seems like every week there is an article that says archaeologists are dumbfounded, astounded, or astonished. When that’s not happening we’re rewriting history as we know it. The three articles this week all claim to rewrite history with their claims. Let’s dive in. Links A Prehistoric Pyramid May Have Just Rewritten Human History, Scientists Claim Pseudo-Archaeology Podcast Ep 129 - Gunung Pad...

On this episode we bring back Dr. Denisse Argote to talk about some of the new things she and her team are doing in Mexico. We get an update on Teotihuacan and other research. We even talk about ray guns on archaeological sites! Or portable XRF. Either way, it’s great. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/archaeotech/211 Links Denisse Argote, survey at...

When I was a kid, I loved the story of Thor Heyerdahl and the Kon-Tiki. I was enraptured in wonder as I read about the exciting and dangerous expedition across the Pacific in an “ancient craft.” As per usual, it’s time for me to destroy my childhood dreams. Join me as we skewer my inner child and put the Kon-Tiki to the test! Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.arch...

Gender and sex today are fluid concepts. Is that because it’s a new idea or because it’s finally something that can come out of the shadows? On today’s episode we look at gender and sex in rock art. We challenge preconceived notions that male shamans are the only ones that created rock art. We also talk about gender representation in rock art. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this podcast head...

On Monday the 27th of November, 2023 we invited four Zooarchaeologists from the University of Sheffield’s Department of Archaeology to talk about the work they are doing towards their PHD and Post PHD studies. Even though this was a relaxed pre-Christmas event, they were given just 15 minutes each and the time was strictly enforced! The event was held in the upstairs room at The Red Deer Pitt Stre...

In episode seven, Tilly and Ash go strider-ing into the heart of the archaeological problem and continue their tavern-talk with archaeobotanist Genoveva Dimova. They ask the burgeoning questions: how would you sample an Ent? What is dendrochronology? And do Ents have teeth? Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/trowel/7 Contact Email: andmytrowel@gmai...

Gender and sex today are fluid concepts. Is that because it’s a new idea or because it’s finally something that can come out of the shadows? On today’s episode we look at gender and sex in rock art. We challenge preconceived notions that male shamans are the only ones that created rock art. We also talk about gender representation in rock art. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this podcast, go...

Before you finish reading this, click the link below and donate to Richie! If it’s way past the original date then donate to someone else. On this show we talk about keyboard warriors online, health insurance, and the supposed toxic culture in CRM. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/278 Links Richie’s GoFundMe Blogs and Resources: Bill...

What will we talk about today? I'm glad you asked; I will cover an episode from the latest season of Ancient Aliens titled "The Power of the Obelisks." As the title implies, this will be a full-on episode about Obelisks. I'll take you through its history and usage, and in the end, I'll teach you how to make your own. Links: Episode page Contact: Website Email Facebook Twitter Instagram TikTok YouT...

In this month’s episode we take a very short trip back in time, because we’re looking at the Bayeux Tapestry. Joining me is professional embroiderer and textile archaeologist Dr Alexandra Makin, and together we chat about the story and context of this intriguing object. Who made the tapestry and why? How does it compare to other embroidery of the time? And can I persuade Alex to get off the fence...

On this week’s news episode we start with two stories about slavery. The first comes from the discovery of a 2000 year old child’s show found in an Austrian mine. The second is from Ghana and the discovery of Britain’s first slave fort in Africa. Finally, we learn about conclusive evidence of Vikings arriving in the Americas well before Columbus. Links 2,000-Year-Old Child's Shoe Found in Austrian...

We bring back one of the founders of tDAR, Keith Kintigh for this episode. Keith gives us the tDAR backstory and tells us how it’s staying relevant in a world of AI and digital archaeology. We talk about tDAR’s future as well. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to:https://www.archpodnet.com/archaeotech/210 Links The Digital Archaeological Repository (tDAR) Archaeotech - Episode 9...

Today let’s explore the life of Charles Etienne Brasseur de Bourbourg (1814-1874), a dedicated scholar who found and published some amazing work on the ancient Maya. The only problem is that his ideas on Maya culture and translations of Maya hieroglyphs were almost 100% wrong! Further proof that people with terrible names have little choice in life except to become pseudoarchaeologists… Transcript...

On today’s episode, Jessica talks with Dr. Ryan Emanuel (Associate Professor of Hydrology in the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University; Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina) and Dr. Seth Grooms (Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Appalachian State University; Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina). Using highlights from their careers as examples, we talk about how to do co...

What if time travel were possible? Well, it is, sort of. Into the future, anyway. But what about time travel to the past? What rules would a time traveler likely have to follow from a historical perspective? Where would Chris and Rachel like to go and what would we like to do or see? We talk about all this on today’s episode. Where would you go? When would you go? Links From historical holidays to...

An Investigation into Charcoal Production in West and South Yorkshire. Recorded at the Red Deer Sheffield on the 30th October 2023 Archaeology & Ale is a monthly series of talks presented by Archaeology in the City, part of the University of Sheffield Archaeology Department’s outreach programme. For more information about Archaeology in the City’s events and opportunities to get involved, please e...

After a long break, Chris discusses a few topics with Alan. Today’s episode is a discussion about indigenous perspectives from two people that admit have no business trying to see the world as others do. We talk about the recent Petroglyph Festival in Ridgecrest, CA and the protestors for the event. It’s an important discussion today on the Rock Art Podcast. Transcripts For rough transcripts of th...

In episode six, Tilly and Ash need some help with a commission from the Hoggle-Bush Historical Society of Fanghorn Forest. With special guest, archaeobotanist Genoveva Dimova, they stumble into the battlefields of Isengard to ask the question: how do you identify an Ent in the archaeological record? Links Gen's Website Gen’s Instagram: @‌gen_dimova Pre-order Gen's book! Gen’s Goodreads Dendrochron...

What are your experiences with looting in CRM? Here, the hosts discuss their experiences dealing with a looted site, and the public perception of what constitutes looting and what doesn’t. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/277 Blogs and Resources: Bill White: Succinct Research Doug Rocks-MacQueen: Doug’s Archaeology Chris Webster: DIG...

this time, I'm not alone! I have Ph. D. candidate Grace Rinehart Macrae, the Time Traveling Archaeologist , with me. We will learn more about the Cathars and one of their influential personalities, Esclarmonde of Foix. A woman who was very important among the Cathars and told to go back to the kitchen by the Dominican orders founder Saint Dominic. Esclarmonde did not to the saint's frustration. Sh...

Seriously, it’s the last time we’ll talk about Greece. Well, our trip to Greece. Of course we’ll keep talking about Greece because it’s a SUPER cool place! Anyway, we talk about Athens, the Parthenon and the Acropolis, the Agora, and Kerameikos necropolis. Links History of Athens The Acropolis - UNESCO Site Athens Acropolis The Acropolis Kerameikos The Agora of Athens Rick Steves Audio Tours Conta...

We have an interesting interview today with Gideon Shelach-Lavi. He’s part of a team that is researching walls in Mongolia. These walls span a large distance and range of time and some are contemporaneous with the Great Wall. Gideon talks about the tech they used to map and analyze the miles of walls they’ve found and what’s next for them. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to ht...

In today’s episode, I have rushed over to the microphone to give you a stern rebuttal to the current pseudoarchaeological silliness surrounding Gunung Padang, a non-pyramid (natural geological formation) located in Indonesia. Graham Hancock’s current pseudoscience abomination (the idea that this is indeed a super-old pyramid) has fooled more people than usual, helped tremendously by lazy reporting...

From quokkas to otters, we have selected some of the most endearing animals on the planet to bring you the ‘Cutest Case Studies of All Time’. Tune in to learn more about the anatomy and zooarchaeologies of the cutest of creatures. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/animals/64 Links and Sources The Duckbilled Playtpus (1799) - The Museum of Hoaxes Bas...