“You guys dig up dinosaurs, right?” Upon hearing that dreaded phrase, most archaeologists wish they could throw up their hands and scream a resounding “no!” in that person’s face and walk away. While that would be satisfying, it’s not exactly helpful in dispelling the numerous myths surrounding our field. It’s hard to not have the... Continue Reading →
Stories from the Great Basin With the Editors of ‘With Grit and Determination’: An Interview and Book Review
During the first segment of this episode, Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten review the fantastic book, "With Grit and Determination: A Century of Change for Women in Great Basin and American Archaeology." The hosts are then joined by the book editors, Suzanne Eskenazi and Nicole M. Herzog. Go get your copy of this great book! ... Continue Reading →
Archaeology and Climate Change in Kiribati – Repost
This episode originally aired on February 18, 2018. Climate change is impacting archaeological sites at an alarming rate, and more importantly, the lives of people around the globe. We’re joined by Mike Roman to discuss how climate change is impacting Kiribati, an island nation in the Pacific Ocean. We discuss some Kiribati history, the social... Continue Reading →
The PERIOD Episode – Repost
This episode originally aired on December 10, 2017 - Enjoy! On this episode we discuss PERIODS! A lot of us have them, they can be really inconvenient, and dealing with them in the field is often less straightforward than normal. We discuss pros and cons of the various products on the market, how to deal... Continue Reading →
Maintaining Long Distance Relationships – Repost
This episode originally aired on April 2, 2017. On this episode hosts Dr. Chelsi Slotten, Emily Long, and Kirsten Lopez discuss some of the difficulties in making friends with different crews during a field season and maintaining those relationships when you all go home. They also talk about the difficulties of maintaining relationships with close... Continue Reading →
Diversity, Disability, and Ableism in Archaeology with Dr. Laura Heath-Stout
In this episode, hosts Emily Long and Dr. Chelsi Slotten are joined by Dr. Laura Heath-Stout to discuss her research on the ongoing issues of classism, disability, diversity, and ableism in archaeology. We dive into how these issues continue to challenge Cultural Resource Management and Cultural Heritage Management fieldwork and academia. Lastly, we take a... Continue Reading →
All About Sally Binford with Liz Quinlan
We are joined by Liz Quinlan to learn about the extraordinary life of trowelblazer Sally Binford. Feminist, archaeologist, free spirit, and all around badass. This is one you don't want to miss. Quinlan also discusses her research, presentation, and future publication on the work and legacy of on Sally Binford. Show Notes Trowelblazers- Sally Binford... Continue Reading →
Bars, Brothels, and Businesses: Archaeology in Commensal Politics with Dr. Megan Victor
Bars, brothels, and businesses, oh my! Dr. Megan Victor joins the hosts to discuss her fascinating work with commensal politics in archaeology, with her focus on the businesses at Smuttynose Island, brothels and bars at Highland City, and Molly Houses in the English Colonial World. Show Notes Dr. Megan Victor: https://qcpages.qc.cuny.edu/anthro/Web_Pages/victor/Megan%20Victor%20QC%20Anthropology.html Under the Tavern Table:... Continue Reading →
Confronting Illegal Trafficking in Archaeology with Dr. Donna Yates – Repost
The illegal trafficking of artifacts is an ongoing problem in archaeology. Dr. Donna Yates joins the hosts to discuss her work in tracking trafficked antiquities and how this problem can be stopped. This episode originally aired on January 1, 2018. Show Notes • AnonymousSwissCollector.com• TraffickingCulture.org• StolenGods.org• CultureCrime.org• http://www.historytoday.com/donna-yates/trafficking-culture• http://www.newsweek.com/isis-makes-100-million-year-smuggling-ancient-artifacts-iraq-and-syria-647524• https://www.unidroit.org/instruments/cultural-property/1995-convention/
Decolonizing Archaeology with Dr. Paulette Steeves
Dr. Paulette Steeves joined the hosts to discuss her work in indigenous archaeology, decolonizing archaeology, and ongoing research to demonstrate the true depth of indigenous history in the Americas. Pre-order her book, 'The Indigenous Paleolithic of the Western Hemisphere'! Show Notes Pre-order the book here! (University of Nebraska Press) Check out Dr. Steeves ongoing database!... Continue Reading →