Archaeo Book Club
Archaeo Book Club is a monthly podcast for lovers of archaeology, history, heritage, and books. Hosted by Tilly, Judith, and Ash, each episode explores a new thematic focus related to the past, blending scholarly insight with personal reading journeys.
Born from an active online community, the podcast brings together accessible archaeological discussion and book recommendations, inviting listeners to think deeply about the material and imagined worlds of the past. In conjunction with our online Discord bookclub!
Book Worms: Vikings! - Ep 04
Join Tilly, Judith, and Ash as they dive into the July reading theme: Vikings! In this “book worms” episode, the hosts share their thoughts on how Vikings feature in literature—exploring whether the theme lends itself best to fiction or popular non-fiction, and how well Viking culture is researched in popular stories. They discuss their group’s book choice, Valkyrie by Jóhanna Katrín Friðriksdóttir, and give a brief rating summary, inviting listeners to join the conversation on their Discord. Highlights include Judith’s Children of Gods and Fighting Men by Shauna Lawless, Ash’s The Goddess of Nothing At All by Cat Rector, and Tilly’s Valhalla by Tom Holt—each offering a unique take on Viking and myth-inspired storytelling.
Field Notes: Vikings! - Ep 03
Join Tilly, Judith, and Ash in Episode 3 as they set sail into the July reading theme: Vikings! In this “field notes” episode, they share their own experiences with Viking archaeology, history, and literature, swapping favourite stories and first impressions. They discuss why Vikings remain such a popular and important topic, how research has changed over time, and why this theme continues to capture imaginations across disciplines. Next episode, they’ll dive into the book club’s pick, Valkyrie by Jóhanna Katrín Friðriksdóttir, along with personal reading recommendations, so stay tuned!