Wondering what's up with heritage in October 2026? You're in the right place. On this episode we discuss updated proposals to the ACHP and Section 106, Trump's Arch, threats to archives and museums, archaeological destruction at the border, and the ironically named American Affordability and Jobs Act. If you make it to the end you'll... Continue Reading →
On this episode, the hosts interview Dr. Z, an award-winning professor and incredible content creator on Instagram and Tik Tok. Dr. Z, who goes by "Dr. Z the Archaeologist" on social media, discusses her background in archaeology, research interests, goals for outreach, and tips for archaeologists just starting out. Highlights include ways to engage a... Continue Reading →
Join Chelsi, Emily, Kirsten and guests Dr. Holly Norton (Colorado State Archaeologist and the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer at History Colorado), Dr. Maureen Meyers (Director of Archaeology for New South Associates, Inc.), Sarah Love (Professional and PhD student), Katie Tipton (Cultural Resources Practice Lead for Catalyst Environmental), Kassie Rippee (Tribal Liaison, SACHP: State Advisory Council on Historic... Continue Reading →
What has changed in ten years of discussing archaeology, and what has not? Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten discuss the good, the bad, and everything in between in this overdue return to the WIA virtual studio. They discuss a bit of everything to do with the state of archaeology today, the impacts of the Trump administration,... Continue Reading →
From the government shutdown beginning on the first, the demolition of the East Wing of the Whitehouse, and finally the imminent hearing on the Section 106 consultation process. The administration has had significant effects across the federal government, with trickle-down effects into state, local, and tribal governments, archaeology, and historic preservation writ large.
The Women in Archaeology co-hosts, Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten, discuss the impact the second Trump presidency is having on the field of archaeology and heritage across the United States. From the impending impacts of "The One Big Beautiful Bill", DOGE effects, and others, archaeologists have been hit like other scientists impacted by the presidency. Listen... Continue Reading →
On this episode, the hosts are joined by three of the producers of the NAGPRA Comics series: Sonya Atalay, Shannon Martin, and John Swogger. NAGPRA Comics is a grant-funded comic series that is community-based and collaboratively produced, which shares stories about repatriation from tribal perspectives. It was an incredible opportunity to learn about how the... Continue Reading →
Tune in while Kirsten, Chelsi, and Emily discuss cool projects, career paths in archaeology, and starting a business with Dr. Angela Perrotti of the Palynology and Environmental Research Lab. Angela goes deep with what palynology is, what we can learn from pollen in the archaeological record, and how she got the coolest job! She explores... Continue Reading →
This episode was originally posted on August 20, 2017. The hosts discuss the wonderful children's book "Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig" by Anita Yasuda. It's a book intended for children ages 9 through 12 and focuses on three dynamic women who are working in archaeology around the world. Check it out!
Join Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten as we have a returning guest, Dr. April Biesaw, PhD of Vassar College discuss some long-term projects. Dr. Biesaw shares how the long-forgotten have meaning, and can teach us to think about the "Greater Good", what that really means, and the impact of social programs off "poorhouses" on the poor,... Continue Reading →
