The Archaeology Show

Dig into the world of archaeology with hosts Chris Webster and Rachel Roden. This show brings you the latest news, insights, and stories from the field and beyond. Whether you're a pro or just curious, there's something here for you. Enjoy the ride.

Sutton Hoo's Secrets, Obsidian Trails, and Giza's Underground? - Ep 301
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Sutton Hoo's Secrets, Obsidian Trails, and Giza's Underground? - Ep 301

This week: Could a new find solve the mystery of the Sutton Hoo helmet? We explore the surprising journeys of ancient obsidian tools across Canada. Plus, a mind-blowing claim: a huge underground city beneath the Giza pyramids? Join us for the latest digs and discoveries from around the world!

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We Visit the British Museum! - Ep 300
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

We Visit the British Museum! - Ep 300

From the Rosetta Stone to the Elgin Marbles, we tried to see as much as we could during out visit to the British Museum. We talk about how to get in, how to avoid school children, and what some of our favorite things were that we saw.

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First Ancient Egyptian Tomb Discovered Since King Tut?! - Ep 299
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

First Ancient Egyptian Tomb Discovered Since King Tut?! - Ep 299

This week we jump back into some big news stories that have come out this past month. First, we look at the recent discovery of the first ancient Egyptian tomb since King Tut in 1922. Then we head over to China where new evidence pushes back the oldest date of the Great Wall of China. And finally, frescoes in Pompeii show evidence of a cult in Ancient Rome.

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