CRM Archaeology

Grab your trowel and your tablet—because CRM archaeology isn’t just about digging holes, it’s about digging into the real-world issues that shape how we protect the past! Hosted by seasoned professionals with muddy boots and sharp minds, this podcast brings you lively discussions, field stories, expert interviews, and the occasional rant about the wild world of Cultural Resource Management. Whether you're a CRM veteran, a student, or just curious about what archaeologists actually do all day (spoiler: it’s not all Indiana Jones), this show has something for you. Tune in, geek out, and stay informed on everything from field tech life to federal regs!
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Managing Expectations: Career growth is often misunderstood - Ep 336
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

Managing Expectations: Career growth is often misunderstood - Ep 336

Managing Expectations: Career growth is often misunderstood. Is it your manager's job to develop your career, or is it ultimately your responsibility? What is the balance in the investments both make? How does this play out as you progress in your career? In this episode, we discuss the balance between what you should expect from your employer and what you need to own yourself.

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Flying for Work - Ep 335
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

Flying for Work - Ep 335

Today we discuss tips and tricks for work travel in CRM archaeology, specifically how to fly the friendly skies like a pro! We also argue about whether or not you should attempt to get work done while flying. Special bonus: you may think First Class is too expensive (and it often is), but sometimes it’s actually not that bad! Beware - once you go First Class, you ain’t going back…

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When Archaeology Disaster Strikes - Ep 334
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

When Archaeology Disaster Strikes - Ep 334

What happens when disasters strike during archaeology projects? Today’s episode discusses what happens when archaeological sites are inadvertently found during projects. What do you do when you’re the monitor and they find a site in your project? What about when they find a burial??!? Listen to the end to learn how you can prepare yourself for when an inadvertent discovery happens on your project.

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Skills to Pay Bills! - Ep 333
Rachel Roden Rachel Roden

Skills to Pay Bills! - Ep 333

This week Heather and Andrew discuss their favorite skillsets for archaeologists to get to make themselves desirable when hiring gets thin. Be the last laid off and the first hired back, or maybe even don’t get laid off in the first place!

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Can CRM train archaeologists better than universities? - Ep 332
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Can CRM train archaeologists better than universities? - Ep 332

Today the show asks the question: Does CRM need universities to train the next generation of archaeologists? While we’ve talked about the deficiencies in university training for archaeologists, a new movement among CRM companies and industry leaders is trying to figure out if the industry can bypass universities and just provide training all on its own. Even though this show is hosted by two professors, our responses to this idea might shock you.

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