A daily briefing of the archaeology and history of sites around the world.
Honanki Heritage Site - Episode 230
On today's episode we learn about the heritage site in Arizona known as Honanki. It's an amazing cliff dwelling and rock art site that was inhabited by the Sinagua people of the Ancient Pueblo Peoples.
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Ancient America - Wupatki - Episode 229
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with Wupatki National Monument.
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- Wupatki National Monument
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Bagram - Episode 228
Bagram isn't just a headline - it's an ancient city in Afghanistan with a rich history. We'll give just a bit of it here.
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Upward Sun River Site - Episode 227
The Upward Sun River Site was important for many reasons. It represents the earliest and youngest infant burial, says a lot about human migration, and demonstrates aspects of early family life.
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Ancient America - Nine Mile Canyon - Episode 226
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with Nine Mile Canyon.
Links
- Nine Mile Canyon
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Barbar Temple - Episode 225
On today's episode, we learn about Barbar temple in Bahrain. It's a fantastic set of buildings with an interesting history.
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Survival Guide - Ch 21, Coming Back - Episode 224
Today's episode is Chapter 21 in a series based on Chris Webster's book the "Field Archaeologist's Survival Guide: Getting a Job and Working in Cultural Resource Management". Today, we cover Coming Back to Archaeology.
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Ancient America - McConkie Ranch - Episode 223
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with McConkie Ranch.
Links
- Vernal Area Rock Art PDF
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Dust Cave - Episode 222
On today's episode we learn about a 7,000 year occupation site in Alabama: Dust Cave.
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Archaeology is All Around Us - Episode 221
In today’s episode Tristan shares his thoughts about the Archaeology of everyday life and how his understanding of local heritage changed when his visited Italy. He encourages listeners to see the archaeology in everyday things not just the grand monuments.
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Ancient America - San Juan River - Episode 220
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with the San Juan River.
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- San Juan River
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Survival Guide - Ch 20, Preparing for the Winter - Episode 219
Today's episode is Chapter 20 in a series based on Chris Webster's book the "Field Archaeologist's Survival Guide: Getting a Job and Working in Cultural Resource Management". Today, we cover Preparing for the Winter.
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Ancient America - Toltec Mounds - Episode 217
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with Toltec Mounds.
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- Toltec Mounds Archaeological State Park
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Cactus Hill Archaeological Site - Episode 216
On today's episode we learn about Cactus Hill in Virginia. It's rich site with controversial evidence of human occupation going back up to 20,000 years. Take a listen and form your own opinions.
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- Cactus Hill Archaeological Site
Survival Guide - Ch 19, Unemployment - Episode 215
Today's episode is Chapter 19 in a series based on Chris Webster's book the "Field Archaeologist's Survival Guide: Getting a Job and Working in Cultural Resource Management". Today, we cover Unemployment.
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Ancient America - Town Creek Indian Mound - Episode 214
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with Town Creek Indian Mound.
Links
- Town Creek Indian Mound
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
Cross-Dating - Episode 213
On today's episode we talk about a common dating method for many different kinds of archaeological artifacts and sites - cross-dating.
LIDAR - Episode 212
On this episode we learn about LIDAR. It's been a high tech tool for archaeologists for a while now and it's also coming to drones. Learn about it here!
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Ancient America - Hovenweep - Episode 211
On today's episode Kenneth Feder continues the series based on his most recent book, "Ancient America: 50 Archaeological Sites You Should See For Yourself", with Hovenweep National Monument.
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- Hovenweep National Monument
- Discount Code: RLFANDF30
- Info Sheet for Book
- Ancient America Book
