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Working Remotely During The Zombie Apocalypse - Ep 124

19 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

From video conferencing tools to the immediate and lasting effects on field archaeology, Paul and Chris talk about working during this unique time in ...

Mark My Words: Linguistics! - The Dirt 81

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Amber and Anna talk about talking. It’s finally an episode on linguistics! We think about Neanderthal speech, wrestle with syntax a...

The Roman Fort of Navio with Colin Merrony - ArchandAle 30

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Archaeology and Ale is a monthly series of talks presented by Archaeology in the City, part of the University of Sheffield Archaeology Department’s ...

Managing Your Employment Expectations and the CA Grad Student Strike - CRMArch 185

11 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For the first two segments we talk about the differences between what field techs expect from a job and what an employer expects from a field tech. Re...

Eat Locally: The Archaeology of Indigenous American Food - Ep 80

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Anna and Amber take a look at foodways in the archaeological record of North America. What does archaeological evidence say about what was ...

Carson Black and Primatology - Ruins 17

09 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s podcast guest is Carson Black, a graduate student at Central Washington University. Carson studies Primate Behavior and Ecology and is basic...

Where The Military Takes Your Land And You Live In An RV - TAS 86

07 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Webster and Richie Cruz talk about everything from working on military bases to conferences.Links Happy Archaeology Fun Time Roadster Adventures...

GPR and Geophysics with Dr. Dan Bigman - ArchaeoTech 123

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Dan Bigman from Bigman Geophysical joins the show once again to talk about GPR and other methods in a CRM context. Of course this works for any pr...

Watching Brief - Jan 2020

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy B...

Birds of a Feather... - Animals 20

03 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this months episode, Alex and Simona talk about all things birds. Find out more about identifying avian remains, how we can use birds to reconstruc...

Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Countering Human Remains Trafficking - Dirt 79

02 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Anna and Amber are joined by Dr. Damien Huffer, a bioarchaeologist and crime fighter. Dr. Huffer’s work was featured way, way back in Epi...

The Modern Myth of Foreign Policy with Dylan Burns - Modern Myth - Episode 8

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a very special episode of Modern Myth. We are talking all about foreign policy, what it is, how it affects our lives and why it is important t...

Can You Retire From A Career in Contract Archaeology? - CRMArch 184

26 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we talk about retirement strategies and whether it’s even possible TO retire for professional archaeology. If you make it to the age where...

Our Ruined Lives with Lana Ruck - Ruins 16

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s podcast hostage is Lana...Lana...Lanaaaaaaa Ruck. Lana is a dual Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Anthropology and Cognitive Science Pro...

Hasanlu: An Iron Age Whodunnit - Dirt 78

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the early first millennium BCE, the city of Hasanlu was destroyed in a single, terrible day. Excavations reveal murdered civilians and a citadel en...

The Problem of Archaeological Data with Dr. Peter McKeague - ArchaeoTech 122

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Every year archaeologists create a wealth of data through fieldwork and research that is essential to our understanding and interpretation of the past...

The Dirt Travel Club: Bulgaria Edition - The Dirt 77

17 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Anna gets out her box of slides from her recent trip to Bulgaria. We discuss some of the deep history (and prehistory) of Bulgaria, as well...

Archaeology in the Eastern Mojave and YouTube Videos - TAS 85

15 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is another live recording of the You Call This Archaeology show by Chris Webster and Richie Cruz. We talk about archaeology near Ridgecrest, CA, ...

Laughton-en-le-Morthen & Conquest Landscapes with Duncan Wright - Arch and Ale 29

13 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Archaeology and Ale is a monthly series of talks presented by Archaeology in the City, part of the University of Sheffield Archaeology Department’s ...

Found Artifacts and What To Do With Them - Ep 183

12 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Responding to a listener email about a facebook post, the hosts discuss what to do about found artifacts. Whether you’re an archaeologist or not an ...

Special Guest Kimberlee Moran and the Arch Street Project - Dirt 76

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anna and Amber are joined by forensic archaeologist Kimberlee Moran to talk about the unique story of the First Baptist Church cemetery in Philadelphi...

Meanwhile, in Texas: A Conversation with Dr. Bryon Schroeder - Ruins 15

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, we interview Dr. Bryon Schroeder. Dr. Schroeder is currently the director of the Center for Big Bend Studi...

Drone-Based Photogrammetry and AI for Automated Arch Survey - ArchaeoTech 121

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Hector Orengo joins us from Spain to talk about a recent paper where his team discusses using photogrammetry and AI to automate archaeological sur...

Does Zooarchaeology Exist in Star Wars? - Animals 19

04 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

While Simona is away, Alex will play...and spend an entire episode flaunting her Star Wars knowledge. Does zooarchaeology exist in the Star Wars unive...

This Is Your Brain on Drums - TAS 75

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! Anna and Amber are marching to a very special beat this week, as we talk about sound-induced trances and other ways in which people achiev...

Where Everything Is Compared to Pyramids - TAS 84

01 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode was recorded live on the APN’s Facebook page on January 26th, 2020 with Chris Webster and Richie Cruz. We talk about the article below,...

Wage Discrimination - CRMArch 182

29 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wage discrimination in professional archaeology is something that nearly all of us have experienced. Today we bring on a guest to talk about a specifi...

Our Ruined Lives with Bernie Taylor - Ep 14

27 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, we chat with Bernie Taylor. Bernie is an independent author who explores what he describes as “the mytho...

A Reverence for History - TAS 83

25 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Richie discuss a number of things on a live episode of You Call This Archaeology! Join in Live on Facebook at www.facebook.com/archpodnet.Li...

Heritage Media Conference Presentation - HeVo 37

21 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is the presentation that Jessica and Lyle gave for the SAAs in 2019 and The Heritage Media Conference in 2019. It’s a great overview of the Her...

Maritime Archaeology - Ep 82

18 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris and Bill sit down with maritime archaeologist Stephanie Gandulla from the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and Great Lakes Maritime Heritag...

SHA2020 in Boston and Mental Health - CRMArch 181

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Webster and Bill White sit down at the 2020 Society for Historical and Underwater Archaeology annual meeting in Boston, MA and have a chat about...

5 Trends in a Decade of Archaeology - Watching Brief December - SoupCast

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy B...

New Year, who dis?: A Conversation with Our Overlord Chris Webster - Ruins 13

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, we talk with our overlord and frequent dictionary consultant Chris Webster. Chris is the cofounder of the ...

How to Fail and Succeed with a Master's Degree in Archaeology - TAS 81

12 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Richie and Chris record episode 70 of the You Call This Archaeology live show and subject your ears to it. We actually talk about some archaeological ...

eBay Woes and Deep Dive on the Mavic Mini - ArchaeoTech 120

09 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Be carefule when selling tech on eBay - especially drones. Chris relays his ongoing saga with selling his DJI Inspire Pro. At the time of this posting...

Archaeologists' Guide to the General Election 2019 - Watching Brief Special Bulletin 2 of 2 - Nov 2019

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy B...

Archaeology & Sexual Harassment Archaeology Awards Ceremony Shame! - Watching Brief Nov - Soupcast

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy...

The Archaeology And Anthropology Podcast with Dr. Michael Rivera - Modern Myth - Episode 7

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To welcome in the new year, Tristan speaks to Dr. Michael Rivera, who is the creator of the Archaeology and Anthropology Podcast. We discuss the proce...

Alpaca llama: adventures with South American Camelids - Animals 18

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this month’s episode, Alex and Simona take a trip across the pond to explore the ancient lives of Llamas and Alpacas.Links https://shadyufo.tumbl...

BONUS - 5 Year Anniversary Message from Kim Biddulph of Prehistories

05 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To celebrate the APN turning 5, we have asked some of our hosts what the network means to them. Kim Biddulph of the Prehistories podcast talks about h...

Rock a To Do List or Calendar for 2020 (YCTA RAW) - TAS 80

04 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a recording of the live, You Call This Archaeology Show from December 15th, 2019. Richie Cruz and Chris Webster talk about all sorts of thi...

A New Decade for CRM Archaeology - CRMArch 180

01 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the beginning of a new year! We talk about what the coming year looks life for CRM and our 2020 goals.Follow Our Panelists On TwitterBill @succ...

The Institute for Field Research - TAS 79

28 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Institute for Field Research, or IFR, was started by Dr. Ran Boytner in 2011. Since then the IFR has helped organize field schools around the worl...

New Advances in Oxygen Isotope Analysis with Dr. Corey Maggiano - ArchaeoTech 119

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Oxygen Isotope analysis has long been used to analyze a person’s skeletal material to find out where they lived and sometimes how they lived. Until ...

Artifact Rowed Shows with Chris Rowe - Ruins 12

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to listen to a jovial archaeologist talking about his interactions with collectors? Have you ever wanted to hear the co-hosts giv...

Fieldwork Stories - The Dirt 74

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week is a little different! As we head into a brief holiday break, we want to show our fellow archaeologists some love. We took to Twitter, and i...

BONUS Your Career in Archaeology // YCTA LIVE - TAS 78

21 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Originally broadcast LIVE on Facebook (www.facebook.com/archpodnet) on December 8th, 2019.Welcome to a BONUS TAS: The December 8th Recording of You Ca...

BONUS - APN 5th Year Anniversary - A Message From Jessica Yanquinto

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a bonus episode to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the Archaeology Podcast Network.Jessica Yaquinto is an ethnographer and deals in tribal...

What Does a Career in Archaeology Look Like? - CRMArch 179

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our deep dive into a lengthy listener email with a discussion about what a job in archaeology looks like. What's the difference between a ...

Yakama Tribal Archaeology - HeVo 36

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode Jessica hosts Jon Shellenberger (Yakama), Yakama Nation Tribal Archaeologist. We talk first about his journey to become an archae...

Our Most Metal Episode of All Time - The Dirt 73

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Time to throw the devil horns and apply superfluous umlauts to vöwëls, because this week The Dirt is totally metal! Metallurgy, that is. How and whe...

"Born a Slave, Died a Pioneer", the Nathan Harrison Story with Dr. Seth Mallios - TAS 77

14 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Seth Mallios joins April and Chris to talk about his new book, “Born a Slave, Died a Pioneer: Nathan Harrison and the Historical Archaeology of ...

Dynamic Communities on the Mesa Verde Cuesta with Kelsey Reese - ArchaeoTech 118

14 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Paul interviews Kelsey Reese about her research at Mesa Verda and a recent paper in American Antiquity. Kelsey is a Ph.D. Candidate at the University ...

Uncovering Sheffield Castle with Milica Rajic - Arch and Ale 28

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Archaeology and Ale is a monthly series of talks presented by Archaeology in the City, part of the University of Sheffield Archaeology Department’s ...

It's the (Moral) Circle of Life! - Dirt 72

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Amber and Anna wade into the moral circle. When it comes to deserving help and care, who counts? What does that care look like, and how can...

Gluten and Alien Free Archaeology: Combating Pseudoscience with Dr. David A. Anderson - Ruins 11

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, the hosts have the honor of speaking with Dr. David A. Anderson of Radford University. Dr. Anderson is not...

Prestigious CRM Programs and Registered Archaeologists - CRMArch 178

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As we've always requested sometimes we actually get letters into the show! One such letter was sent to Doug and we answer just a couple of those quest...

Holidays and Feasting in the Archaeological Record - Animals 17

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this ‘holiday special’, Alex and Simona once again push their endurance to the limit by talking about food before dinner-time. Tune in to learn...

BONUS : APN 5 Year Anniversary - A Message from Mr.Soup

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This is a bonus episode to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of the Archaeology Podcast Network.Soupcast is a special selection of content from the Arc...

Aiding and A-vetting: The Archaeology of Animal Care - The Dirt 71

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week Anna and Amber told you we’re going to the park, but really it’s a trip to the v-e-t in an episode all about evidence for animal care an...

Analyzing the Chacoan Road Network with Sean Field - ArchaeoTech 117

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Researcher Sean Field joins us to talk about his work performing a least cost analysis on the Chacoan Road Network in New Mexico. The Chaco roads are ...

Days of Our Ruined Lives - Ruins 10

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, our three co-hosts talk about some recent discussions happening on social media. That topic leads us into ...

Japanese Food and Drink, Then, Now, and Way Back When - The Dirt 70

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the second half of our two-episode series on Japan! This week, Amber and Anna explore some of the traditions and material culture surrounding J...

The Type of Person It Takes To Unionize - CRMArch 177

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

As a response to some recent conversations in social media the CRM Arch podcast crew welcomes new co-host Heather McDaniel to discuss what it takes to...

Indigenous Archaeology as Practice - HeVo 35

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode Jessica hosts Dr. Kisha Supernant (Métis), Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of Alberta. You may remember Dr...

Prehistoric Japanese Pt 1 - The Dirt 69

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, it’s a sponsored episode (thanks Elizabeth!) and part one in a two-part series on ancient Japan. This week—the Jomon, prehistoric Japan...

Watching Brief - October - SoupCast

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy B...

Dealing with the Devil: The Ritual Protection of Buildings Against Evil with James Wright - Arch and Ale 27

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Archaeology and Ale is a monthly series of talks presented by Archaeology in the City, part of the University of Sheffield Archaeology Department’s ...

The Tools That We Use: Word Processors - ArchaeoTech 116

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We think of archaeologists' main activity as digging. But anybody who's ever done archaeology can tell you that, regardless of what kind of archaeolog...

The Modern Myth of Turkey with Arie Akkermans - Modern Myth - Episode 6

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Archaeology is not just about buried treasure, post-excavation analysis or even what issues exist in modern academia. Sometimes in order for us to und...

That's So Raven with Raven DaSilva - Ruins 9

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of A Life In Ruins Podcast, we revert to our previous format and interview Raven DaSilva! We found Raven through her Instagram/Youtube...

It's A Wash - The Dirt 68

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Anna and Amber decided to clean up their act and take a look at the history of bathing and hygiene. We’re dipping our toes into Roman bat...

October Bonus Episode - Deep Cuts - Ep 67b

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Deep Cuts from October episodes.ContactEmail the Dirt PodcastAffiliates Wildnote Digital Marketing Course TeePublic Timeular

The History of Faroese Lace - Hist Yarn S1E6

08 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of this episode we delve into the history, construction methods, and traditional stitches used in Faroese Lace knitting. Then, we’...

The Problem with Field Schools - Ep 176

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Doug and Bill White start out this episode by talking about Bill's time at the American Cultural Resources Conference held in Spokane, WA for 2019. On...

Desert Pack Animals: Introducing Donkeys and Camels! - ArchaeoAnimals 16

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode, Alex and Simona take the road less traveled and explore two staple desert pack animals: donkeys and camels! From extravagant pets to Sic...

Still Spooktober: They Built It on a Haunted Burial Ground - The Dirt 67

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Spooktober winds to a close once again, and we end with a mystery. Bundle up and join Anna and Amber at Roopkund Lake, where bones scatter the shore a...

Our Dwindling Archaeological Record, and Drones - TAS 76

02 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Richie Cruz joins Chris Webster for a recording of You Call This Archaeology that we decided to record and release here. It’s a fun conversation tha...

The History of Orenburg Lace - Hist Yarn S1E5

01 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of this episode we discuss the history of Orenburg Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss finishing the Zetland shawl!Links To get you...

A Scary Tech Story - ArchaeoTech 115

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

OK, it’s not that scary. However, not understanding the tech you’re using and what it’s capable of can be a harrowing experience that can result...

Halloween Archaeohorror Stories Feat. Liz Pearson and Ellery Thomas - Halloween Special - Modern Myth

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Spooky Scary archaeologists!This podcast is an anthology of creative stories, all within the theme of Halloween and a little bit of heritage.Content W...

Our Ruined Lives with Damian Kirkwood - Ruins 8

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of A Life In Ruins podcast, our hosts do something different. As opposed to interviewing an archaeologist and asking about their caree...

Spooktober: The Nature of Evil - The Dirt 66

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Come along for a look at the anthropology of “evil,” some of the psychological designations that true crime podcasts might neglect, some wildly sp...

Estonian Lace Part 2 - HistYarn S1E4

25 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of this episode we delve into the specific construction methods and stitches used in traditional Estonian Lace knitting. Then, we’...

Winter Is Coming, Translate Your Archaeology Skills - CRMArch 175

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve seen the question of how to translate your archaeology skills a lot lately. Probably because “Winter is Coming” and people are looking for...

Spooktober: South American Horror Story - The Dirt Pod 65

21 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, head south to the misty, mysterious island of Chiloé, Chile, where Amber tells Anna a story of a powerful cult of warlocks that held the i...

Space, Egypt, and Prehistory - TAS 75

19 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Archaeology show is a replay of the last episode recorded on KNVC in Carson City, Nevada. Chris talks about a 9000 year ol mask, King Tut...

Watching Brief - September - SoupCast

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Watching Brief. A monthly show available via podcast and as topical segments via YouTube. As the name implies, each month my co-host Andy B...

Estonian Lace Part 1 - Hist Yarns S1E3

18 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of this episode we delve into the rich and interesting history of Estonian Lace knitting. Then, we’ll discuss the next couple sect...

Listener Questions - ArchaeoTech 114

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

That’s right! We sourced your questions from Facebook and Twitter and answer your questions about mapping, canine forensics, open source programs, f...

Planting Seeds for Transformation in Cultural Heritage Management - HeVo 34

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode Jessica hosts Applied Archaeology International’s Bobby Bearheart (Ojibwa), Tess Lynston (lineage of Yampa and Bri Bri, Iszaac ...

Spooktober: Cryptoanthropology - The Dirt 64

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's here! Spooktober is here! Your (g)hosts kick off the month with an exploration of things that go bump in the woods, and discuss what anthropology...

Albania: Mapping it All Out with Erina Baci - Ruins 7

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of A Life in Ruins, we interview Erina Baci. Erina Baci is an Anthropologist and Archaeologist, studying at the University of Michigan...

The History of Shetland Lace, Part 2 - Yarns S1E2

11 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the first half of this episode we delve into the specific construction methods and stitches used in tradition Shetland Lace knitting. Then, we’ll...

Graduate School De-Mystified with Dr. Bill White - CRMArch 174

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that many schools have a deadline for the next school year of some time this December? What abut calling the professor you want to work w...

The Professor Is In (And Pseudoscience Is Out) - The Dirt 63

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Anna and Amber welcome Very Special Guest Ken Feder (Central Connecticut State This week, Anna and Amber welcome Very Special Guest Ken Fed...

Woodstock Archaeology and Paleolithic Life - TAS 74

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It’s another recording from the former radio show at KNVC in Carson City Nevada. We talk about some recent articles in the news of archaeology.Links...

Mark Spanjer - EAA2019 - 069

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

These are selections of conversations recorded at the EAA2019 conference in Bern, Switzerland. Tristan of the APN spoke to Mark Spanjer about the stat...

Francesco Ripanti - EAA2019 - 068

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Tristan of the APN spoke to Francesco Ripanti about his public archaeology work.Francesco Ripanti has a PhD in public archaeology from the University ...