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/

April 4, 2021 1

Decolonizing Archaeology with Dr. Paulette Steeves

Book Cover of The Indigenous Paleolithic of the Western Hemisphere

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 →

March 21, 2021 3

Opportunities in Archaeology Besides Digging Holes- WIA Episode Repost

Opportunities in Archaeology. Image of an outdoor test pit.

Are you an archaeologist who wants to do more than dig holes? Then this is the podcast episode for you! The episode is all about different opportunities in archaeology. This episode was originally released on August 7, 2016. The episode is hosted by Serra Head with Kristen Bastis, Kirsten Lopez, Chelsi Slotten, Jenny McNiven, and... Continue Reading →

January 24, 2021 3

2020 Election: What Might a Biden Administration Do for Archaeology?

In this episode, we dive into the incoming Biden/Harris Administration, and what it means for cultural heritage and archaeology. There are many factors to consider, especially with the extensive impact of Trump's last four years. We touch on many topics, but we take a special focus on native relations and public land management in today's... Continue Reading →

November 22, 2020 2

The Border Wall Crisis – Interview with Laiken Jordahl

On this episode, Emily Long and Chelsi Slotten host Laiken Jordahl from the Center for Biological Diversity. Laiken has been witness to much of the ongoing conflict and impacts created with the construction of Trump's promised Border Wall along the US-Mexico border. We discuss the ongoing destruction of important cultural and ecological sites along the border wall construction zone.

October 19, 2020 0

Fire Archaeology with Emily Long

The world seems to be on fire in multiple ways these days, both figuratively and literally. Join us for this episode as we chat with our own Emily Long about her experience with fire archaeology, and the efforts taken by wildfire fighters and archaeologists across the west this fire season. A full transcript for this... Continue Reading →

September 28, 2020 2

Interview with Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Kassie Rippie

To start off July right, we discuss cultural resources with Kassie Rippee. The Tribal Historic Preservation Officer and archaeologist for the Coquille Indian Tribe in Coos Bay, Oregon, Kassie wears many hats most days, but more during our great year 2020. We talk about what a THPO does, COVID, race, and changing archaeological perspectives. Join... Continue Reading →

July 5, 2020 1

Should All History Be Saved? -Repost

Maggie Lena Walker Dedication, National Park Service, Richmond, VA

Welcome to our flashback to late 2017. the Women in Archaeology speak with Cheryl Fogle-Hatch about one hot topic: What and who's history gets to be preserved, and how? How does preserved history get interpreted today and for the future? What lessons are we learning from monuments standing today? Listen to diverse opinions on the... Continue Reading →

June 21, 2020 0

Slavery and Archaeology: A Look at the Archaeology of Slavery in America with Holly Norton

Broken colonoware jar of the type often made by individuals who were enslaved.

Just as we leave behind Black History Month, we cannot relegate #BlackHistory and #BlackFutures solely to the month of February. Therefore, in this episode we honor a small bit of black history through a closer look at the archaeology of slavery with archaeologist Holly Norton. We take a lens to Colonoware pottery of the South... Continue Reading →

March 8, 2020 1

Introduction into Jamaican Archaeology with Dorothy Griffiths

Today we speak with Jamaican Archaeologist, Dorothy Griffiths about her work in her home country of Jamaica. Dorothy also discusses her experiences as an archaeologist of African descent in British universities. Now located in Brooklyn, New York, Dorothy continues her work in public education. Unfortunately due to technical issues, the second segment was not included.... Continue Reading →

October 7, 2019 0