The Great Plains Archaeology Podcast
Hosted by Carlton Shield Chief Gover, The Great Plains Archaeology Pocast is a deep dive into the archaeology, history, and cultures of North America's Great Plains. Each episode uncovers fascinating discoveries—from ancient artifacts and Indigenous lifeways to the latest research shaping our understanding of this storied region. Whether you're an archaeology enthusiast, history buff, or curious explorer, this podcast brings the hidden past of the Great Plains to life through expert insights, compelling stories, and cultural connections. Tune in and rediscover a land rich with history.
Carrying the Stories: Preservation and Responsibility in the Crow Nation with Aaron Brien - Ep 39
In this episode of The Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton is joined by Aaron Brien (Apsáalooke), Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for the Crow Tribe, for a powerful conversation on history, memory, and responsibility. Grounded in Aaron’s experiences growing up with Crow oral traditions, the discussion explores how storytelling serves as a living practice, one that maintains relationships across generations and keeps the past present.
Preserving the Past, Leading the Present: A Conversation with Matt Reed of the Pawnee Nation - Ep 23
In this episode of The Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, host Carlton Shield Chief Gover sits down with Matt Reed, Chief and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) for the Pawnee Nation of Oklahoma. Matt shares how his role as THPO serves as both a cultural and regulatory responsibility—protecting sacred sites, ancestral landscapes, and Pawnee heritage through a tribally driven preservation program.