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Farming - ADHD 205

Farming - ADHD 205
APN - George Lomas
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Farming didn’t just change what we ate—it changed how we lived, thought, and experienced the world.

In this episode, we explore the origins of agriculture from the Fertile Crescent and the Natufian transition, through early settlements in Anatolia like Boncuklu Höyük and Çatalhöyük, and the spread of farming into Europe with the Linearbandkeramik culture.

Along the way, George ask a deeper question: what did this shift mean for the human nervous system—and for neurodivergent minds?

From mobile hunter-gatherer life to structured farming societies, this episode explores how one of the biggest transitions in human history may still shape how we think and feel today.

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The Society for American Archaeology (SAA) Meetings 2026! - Pseudo 183

The Society for American Archaeology (SAA) Meetings 2026! - Pseudo 183
APN - Andrew Kinkella
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Let’s head on over to the 2026 Society for American Archaeology meetings in San Francisco! While there, I saw an amazing sight - a few intrepid archaeologists that were trying to communicate with the general public! Come with me and let’s analyze these extremely rare specimens.

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Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 2) - Teabreak 52

Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 2) - Teabreak 52
APN - Matilda Siebrecht
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It’s time for part two of Matilda’s discussion with Jessica van Dam all about the archaeology of knitting! This time, the two discuss the social history of knitting and how it is perceived in the modern world, as well as the importance of maintaining crafting traditions and physical communities.

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Early Hominin Structures, Pompeii Discoveries, and the Band of Holes in Peru - TAS 328

Early Hominin Structures, Pompeii Discoveries, and the Band of Holes in Peru - TAS 328
APN - Chris and Rachel
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In this week’s episode, we cover three archaeology news stories. First up, a Nature-backed report on unusually old woodworking from Kalambo Falls, where waterlogged conditions preserved a wedge, digging stick, and notched logs dated by luminescence to about 476,000 years ago, suggesting advanced planning and challenging simple “Stone Age” assumptions. We then discuss a Pompeii discovery of two skeletons outside the city walls near Porta Stabia, including a man apparently shielding his head with a terracotta bowl and carrying an oil lamp, and we debate the benefits and risks of an AI-generated scene reconstruction. Finally, we examine Peru’s Monte Sierpe “Band of Holes,” over 5,200 aligned pits mapped by drones and analyzed via microbotanical remains, with a study proposing early market use and later Inca-style accounting patterns resembling quipu, while we question how and why such a vast system was built and used.

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The New Art of the Ancient World - DiA 13

L’Art Antique, or the art of the classical/antique world [Egypt, Greece, Rome], has many stylistic elements developed over the centuries that remain highly prominent today. Arguably, no artistic movement has had a greater worldwide impact than Art Nouveau. When new artists look back to build on something ancient, they create something truly timeless.

The New Art of the Ancient World - DiA 13
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Anubis - DiA 12

Anubis - DiA 12
APN - Renee

Join us as we unwrap the mystery of history’s most iconic guardian of the dead. From his origins in Ancient Egypt to his various depictions in modern pop culture, we’re exploring the evolution of Anubis. Whether he’s the somber judge of souls or a sleek modern-day anti-hero, we’ll dive into the different versions of his character and how this jackal-headed deity has captured our imaginations for millennia.

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May the Fourth Be With You (Part 1) - Trowel 65

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May the Fourth Be With You (Part 1) - Trowel 65
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Join Ash and Tilly as they travel where no man has gone before… no wait… wrong franchise! This episode, we jump into an archaeological survey of Star Wars! Listen to our two intrepid hosts ramble about their experiences watching and reading Star Wars, try to work out what VHS stands for, and slowly realise that this time they might really have bitten off more than they can chew(ie).

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Osiris and Isis: Love Never Dies - DiA 11

Love never dies; it’s not just a musical sequel to Phantom of the Opera, it’s the ancient story of love, murder, loss, a great journey, resurrection, and love again. Even if it’s only part-time. Isis and Osiris are so well-known that much of their origins are lost to time (for now), but we can still follow them to today.

Thank you for supporting me by listening during this PODCASTATHON CHARITY EPISODE!!

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Osiris and Isis: Death of Love - DiA 10

Osiris and Isis: Death of Love - DiA 10
APN - Renee

The golden couple, the epitome of goodness and love from Ancient Egypt. Isis and Osiris were and are couple goals, together throughout eternity, except in Stargate. But before getting to that, we have to cover the myriad of names, the history and the myths wherein one is free to have his relife, and one is the most powerful god or goddess in the Pantheon.

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Fossil Fools and The Electrification of Archaeology - CRMArch 330

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While some i.e. the current administration in America, aim to be fossil fools and bury their head in the sand, to the coming transition away from fossil fuels, others are embracing the change. The crew discusses what the coming electrification of archaeology will look like and what to expect.

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Kansas Archaeology Month Event at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center - Plains 41

Kansas Archaeology Month Event at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center - Plains 41
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On this week’s episode, Carlton breaks down his recent Kansas Archaeology Month event at the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center, titled: Field Explorers: Archaeology Edition. Carlton talks about the events and planning leading up the event and the importance of science communication to younger audiences.

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Unraveling Ancient DNA: Neanderthals, Natural Selection, and Burial Mysteries - TAS 327

Unraveling Ancient DNA: Neanderthals, Natural Selection, and Burial Mysteries - TAS 327
APN - Chris and Rachel
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In our latest episode, we unravel fascinating stories of ancient DNA in the news! Uncover the touching story of Anglo-Saxon siblings buried together over 1400 years ago. Then we look at groundbreaking research revealing how natural selection shaped more genes than we ever imagined. Finally, join our exploration of the mysterious origins of Neanderthals!

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Dr Jayc Sedlmayr and Supernatural Gamekeepers - Rock Art 163

Dr Jayc Sedlmayr and Supernatural Gamekeepers - Rock Art 163
APN - Alan Garfinkel
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In this episode, Alan speaks with Dr Jayc Sedlmayr about his research into indigenous theology and animal ceremonial traditions. Drawing on interdisciplinary backgrounds, Sedlmayr discusses his “Embodied Essence” project, which explores how many cultures understood spiritual essence as residing in bodily substances—especially bone marrow. He explains how this perspective helps interpret ritual practices involving bones, such as their treatment as regenerative “seeds,” their placement in ceremonial contexts, and their role in maintaining relationships between humans, animals, and the spiritual world.

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Migration/Dispersal with Dr Andy Shuttleworth - ADHD 204

Migration/Dispersal with Dr Andy Shuttleworth - ADHD 204
APN - George Lomas
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In this episode, George is joined by Dr Andy Shuttleworth to explore human migration—or more accurately, dispersal.

Humans move. We always have.

Archaeology can often show us the push factors—climate change, pressure, survival—but the pull is harder to see. And yet, it’s hard to ignore the possibility of something deeper: an innate drive to explore.

Together, George and Andy discuss:
• Why movement is such a fundamental part of being human
• The role of neurodiversity in exploration, planning, and adaptation
• What the archaeological record can—and can’t—tell us about successful and failed migrations

Sometimes we find evidence of people arriving somewhere new…
But not always clear signs they survived, or that baboons didn’t get there first …

And that leaves us with one of archaeology’s most powerful truths:
We can trace movement—but we can’t always know how the story ended.

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Don Verdean is a Terrible Movie - Pseudo 182

Don Verdean is a Terrible Movie - Pseudo 182
APN - Andrew Kinkella
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I wish that I could give you a more positive report, as I am always a cheerleader for all movies, but check it out:

Don Verdean is awful.

I’m sorry. Let us commiserate together. Also be sure to check out the Screens of the Stone Age podcast! Those guys are great.

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Rejuvenating Native Languages - HeVo 105

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Rejuvenating Native Languages - HeVo 105
APN - Jessica Yaquinto
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On this month’s episode, Jessica speaks with Dr. Neyooxet Greymorning (University of Montana; Departments of Anthropology and Native American Studies) about language rejuvenation. Dr. Greymorning tells the story of his journey into the work of language rejuvenation, as well as his own experiences with Arapaho as a child. He then explains how he developed his rapid language teaching methods based on how children learn and understand language but that would also fit the context of where he would be teaching. Dr. Greymorning describes the incredible language learning of his students using this method, as well as the challenges in getting educators to try to accept the method and the possible outcomes. Ultimately, these challenges led to one aspect of his current work where he is conducting language learning tests with dolphins!

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Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 1) - Teabreak 51

Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 1) - Teabreak 51
APN - Matilda Siebrecht
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Following on in the same theme as the last few episodes, Matilda chats with guest Jessica van Dam all about the crafting practice and archaeology of knitting. Tune in as they discuss different knitting techniques and approaches, share insights into the oldest physical and written evidence for knitting, and come up with a brand new experimental archaeology project focused on knitting needles!

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The Digital Archaeological Record (tDAR) with Chris Nicholson - Plains 40

The Digital Archaeological Record (tDAR) with Chris Nicholson - Plains 40
APN - Carlton Shield Chief Gover
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In this episode of The Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton speaks with Christopher Nicholson, Director of the Center for Digital Antiquity, about the role of digital archives in preserving and accessing archaeological data.

In the first half, Chris introduces tDAR (the Digital Archaeological Record) and explains how it serves as a centralized repository for archaeological reports, datasets, and other research materials. He discusses the challenges of inaccessible or “lost” data, especially gray literature, and how tDAR helps ensure that valuable information from past projects remains available for future research.

In the second half, the conversation turns to the relevance of tDAR for Great Plains archaeology. Chris highlights the types of regional resources available on the platform and how researchers, students, and professionals can use these materials to support new research and teaching. He also reflects on the future of digital archaeology and the importance of long-term data preservation and open access for the discipline.

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Airlie House 2.0: Let's Go! - CRMArch 329

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Airlie House 2.0: Let's Go! - CRMArch 329
APN - The CRM Arch Crew
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This episode focuses on the Airlie House 2.0 movement and their efforts to improve the future of CRM archaeology. Expanding upon the first Airlie House Report, the current members of this ad hoc group of CRMers, professors, SHPO and THPO staff, and agency archaeologists is tackling complex issues like the shortage of CRM archaeologists, creative mitigation, tribal consultation, and community engagement. They are trying to all of this in the face of a changing regulatory landscape, sclerotic university anthropology departments, and the onslaught of AI integration. They are also asking: What would archaeological training look like without academia? This is an episode you’ll want to share with your colleagues.

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Don Verdean (2015) w/ Dr. Andrew Kinkella - Screens 127

Today we’re reviewing Don Verdean (2015), the story of a washed-up Biblical archaeologist who, under pressure from his financial backers, begins to fake his discoveries. This movie is rife with pseudoarchaeological references, so we’ve invited Dr. Andrew Kinkella back to help us break it down. As a bonus, he uses his film degree to explain why, despite being hilarious, this movie is actually terrible.

Don Verdean (2015) w/ Dr. Andrew Kinkella - Screens 127
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