Archaeology news and history brought to you from a women's perspective.
WIA at TAG - Episode 28
The Women of Archaeology went to the TAG conference in Toronto this year and had a great conversation about theory. Check it out!
Contact
- Women in Archaeology on Twitter (@womenarchys)
- Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
- Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
- Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
- Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Kids and Archaeology - Episode 27
On this episode, the hosts talked about the logistics of having kids as an archaeologist. They discuss the ups and downs, the necessary planning, and provide advice for future archy parents.
Contact
- Women in Archaeology on Twitter (@womenarchys)
- Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
- Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
- Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
- Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Blog
National Monuments - Episode 26
On this episode, the hosts talk about President Trump’s Executive Order that reviews National Monuments, like Bears Ears National Monument. The hosts also give a brief history of the Antiquities Act to provide a background of the creation of National Monuments. With the review, who stands to gain and who stands to lose if certain monuments are deceased in size or eliminated altogether? Realistically, could the Exectutive Order change existing National Monuments?
Links
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/energy-environment/wp/2017/04/25/zinke-to-review-large-national-monuments-created-since-1996-to-make-sure-the-people-have-a-voice/?utm_term=.98c4996bea60
- https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-releases-list-monuments-under-review-announces-first-ever-formal
- http://www.cnbc.com/2017/05/15/businesses-battle-over-trumps-review-of-national-monuments.html
- http://www.npr.org/2017/05/05/526860725/with-national-monuments-under-review-bears-ears-is-focus-of-fierce-debate
- https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2017/04/26/presidential-executive-order-review-designations-under-antiquities-act
- http://www.cntraveler.com/story/us-gov-wants-your-opinion-on-27-national-monuments-under-review
- https://www.nps.gov/history/local-law/anti1906.htm
Contact
- Women in Archaeology on Twitter (@womenarchys)
- Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
- Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
- Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
- Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
ENCORE: What's In Your Pack - Episode 25
Today the panel discusses their essential field gear, How to Go in the field, what to do about Flo, and basic first-aid training and essentials.
Links
- Shewee
- Shenis
- Go Girl
- The Complete Guide to Female Urination Devices
- Diva Cup
- Thinx Period Panties
- Top 10 Period Panties – Reviewed! The Missing Link for Complete Peace of Mind!
- I Used THINX Underwear With No Backup For 3 Periods & Here's What I Discovered
- REI Women's Hiking Clothing
- Wilderness First Aid - WFA
- WILDERNESS MEDICINE ACTIVITIES
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Colleen Strawhacker of the National Snow and Ice Data Center - Episode 24
On this episode the hosts are joined by Colleen Strawhacker to discuss her work in the Arctic and the American Southwest. They discuss the importance of understanding the Arctic's role in climate change. The focus of much of this episode is on the importance of working with local groups and making information widely available to communities and scholars.
Links
- National Snow and Ice Data Center
- Never Alone Video Game
- Prism Data Set
- Colleen on Twitter: @archaeohacker
- Email Colleen: colleen.strawhacker@colorado.edu
- ELOKA: http://eloka-arctic.org/
- dataARC prototype: http://data-arc.org/prototype/
- LTVTP: http://ltvtp.shesc.asu.edu/
Contact the Hosts:
Women in Archaeology on Twitter (@womenarchys)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Drinking Culture in Archaeology - Episode 23
The Women in Archaeology hosts discuss the infamous drinking culture in archaeology, and explore the line where socializing, networking, and enjoying tasty beverages becomes substance abuse and performance issues.
Links:
- Self-Help Groups for Alcohol Addiction
- National Sexual Violence Resource Center
- US National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- "Addiction and Substance Abuse" CRM Archaeology podcast (Episode 98)
Contact the Hosts:
Women in Archaeology on Twitter (@womenarchys)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Why Isn't All Archaeology Publicly Available? - Episode 22
On this episode the hosts discuss why all archaeological information isn’t publicly available. The hosts also discuss what information IS available to the public and about the benefits and drawbacks of heritage tourism.
Links:
- National Park Service Public Laws on Archaeology
- SAA Bulletin on Public Information
- Civic Tourism
- ACHP Site
Contact the Hosts:
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Kirsten Lopez on Twitter (@archyfem)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Maintaining Long Distance Relationships - Episode 21
On this episode we discuss some of the difficulties in making friends with different crews during a field season and maintaining those relationships when you all go home. We also talk about the difficulties of maintaining relationships with close friends and significant others when you are traveling a large amount of the time, as well as our concerns for our pets while we are away.
Contact:
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
History of Badass Women in Archaeology - Episode 20
On Today's episode, the hosts talk about the history of women in archaeology, influential figures, and their all-time favorite barrier breaking women of the field.
LINKS:
- http://discovermagazine.com/2002/nov/feat50
- http://digventures.com/2015/03/pioneering-women-in-archaeology/
- http://www.rejectedprincesses.com/princesses/zelia-nuttall
- http://trowelblazers.com/
- https://archyfantasies.com/women-in-archaeology/
- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1553654331/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2EXIO4BLL6AEJ
- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1553654331/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2EXIO4BLL6AEJ
CONTACT:
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Horror Stories and How We Survived - Episode 19
On this episode we're sharing the types of horror stories that can happen in the lab or field and how we survived each situation. We also share fun shark facts for no other reason than the fact that sharks are interesting.
Contact:
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Feminist Archaeology - Episode 18
This episode the panel discusses Feminist Archaeology. What is it? How does it affect the field of archaeology, and how can it be used to improve archaeology?
LINKS:
- Boutin, AT. 2016. “Exploring the social constructions of disability: An application of bioarchaeology of personhood model to a pathological skeleton from ancient Bahrain.” IJP 12:17-28
- Conkey, M. and Spector, J. 1984. “Archaeology and the Study of Gender.” Advances in Archaeological Method and Theory. 7: 1-38
- Gero, J and Conkey, M. 1991. Engendering archaeology: women and prehistory. Oxford: Blackwell Publishers.
- Hodgson, D. 2016. The Gender, Culture, and Power Reader. New York: Oxford University Press.
- Introduction to “Binary Binds”: Deconstructing Sex and Gender Dichotomies in Archaeological Practice.
- Lara Ghisleni, Alexis M. Jordan, Emily Fioccoprile
- Feminist Theorizing of Patriarchal Colonialism, Power Dynamics, and Social Agency Materialized in Colonial Institutions. by Suzanne M. Spencer-Wood
- Black Feminist Archaeology by Whitney Battle-Baptiste
- The Invisible Sex: Uncovering the True Roles of Women in Prehistory by J. M. Adovasio, Olga Soffer, Jake Page
- Go Dig a Hole, Episode 16 – Queer Archaeology (featuring Chelsea Blackmore and Megan Springate)
Contact:
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Field Schools - Episode 17
On this episode, we discuss what field school is all about, why it is important, and advice on how to have the best experience as possible. We also discuss current field school offerings and scholarship opportunities.
LINKS:
- Field School Listings on Archaeology Fieldwork
- AIA Field School Grants
- CAA Woman in Archaeology Scholarship
- ASUFS Program
- NSF Funding Programs
Contact:
Emily Long on Twitter (@trowel_tales)
Chelsi Slotten on Twitter (@osteoarchaeo)
Show email: womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
Women In Archaeology Blog
Trump vs. Cultural Heritage - Episode 16
On this episode of the Women in Archaeology Podcast, we discuss our growing concerns over the future of archaeology in the Trump Administration. We provide insight on the ACRA webinar, whether or not Trump even appears to care about heritage and/or cultural resources, and the cultural resource management laws that are under potential threat. And of course, a call to action by all archaeologists and concerned citizens.
LINKS:
- "In Renovation of Golf Club, Trump Also Dressed up History"
- HuffPo post on Historic Presidential Election
- SHA Post on Presidential Election
- Archaeology in Trump's America
- Archaeology in the Times of Trump
- DAPL and the Senate Committee of Indian Affairs
- List of US Elected Officials
- ACRA Webinar
- "Hoeven, Udall Elected Chairman, Vice Chairman of Senate Indian Affairs Committee"
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Avocational Archaeology - Episode 15
Mandy Ranslow joins the show to talk about an avocational archaeology program in Connecticut. The value of para-professional contributions to the field is also discussed.
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Destruction of Cultural Sites as a War Crime - Episode 13
Today the panel discusses the Hague's decision to try the destruction of Cultural Sites a War Crime. What is the benefit to this? What does this mean for the future of protecting sensitive cultural sites? And how can we prevent the destruction in the first place?
LINKS
- For First Time, Destruction Of Cultural Sites Leads To War Crime Conviction
- Militant Who Destroyed Mali Cultural Sites Pleads Guilty To War Crimes
- Afghanistan's Buddhas Rise Again : The Taliban destroyed the ancient monuments in 2001. But they’ve been recreated with the help of lasers.
- Hologram of Afghan Buddha statue destroyed by Taliban
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
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Nasty Women in Archaeology Special Episode 12.5
Today the panel discusses the upcoming election and the impacts it's having on women in the field, and could potentially have on Archaeology itself.
Links
- Trump Holds Stock in Dakota Access Pipeline
- History tells us what may happen next with Brexit & Trump
- How Trumps Wall Would Trample Hundreds of Archaeological Sites · The Editors’ Note: Anthropology in an Election Year
- Sexism Is Out In The Open In The 2016 Campaign. That May Have Been Inevitable
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook GroupWomen In Archaeology Blog
The Dakota Access Pipeline - Episode 12
Today the panel discusses the effects of the DAPL, what's going on, how did this happen, and what can we do to keep it from happening again.
Links
- THE DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE #DAPL - EPISODE 94
- DAPL Letter from the Society for American Archaeology
- STATEMENT ON THE DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE CONTROVERSY Debate over archaeological findings adds another layer of controversy
- North Dakota Oil Pipeline Battle: Who’s Fighting and Why
- The Super Twisted History Of The Dakota Access Pipeline Dakota Access Pipeline brings high stakes, high profile to North Dakota
- Museum Officials and Archaeologists Sign Petition Against N. Dakota Pipeline
- U.S. Suspends Construction on Part of North Dakota Pipeline
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Back to Grad School - Episode 11
Today the panel discusses getting back into the grove of grad-school, especially after taking a break. They discuss reasons to delay going into grad-school, how to pay for it when you do go back, how to survive school/life balance, and what to do with your degree once you get out.
Links
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
Sexual Harassment in Archaeology - Episode 10
Today the Panel discuses the formation of the SAA's recent statement on sexual harassment and look at a few notable cases that have made the news.
Links
- Women in Archaeology Interest Group
- The Hunting Ground
- American Museum of Natural History researcher faces sexual assault and harassment accusations
- The sexual misconduct case that has rocked anthropology
- As National Park Service confronts sexual harassment, this dysfunctional park is Exhibit A
- Lawmakers charge Park Service chief oversees culture of sexual harassment
- Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Letter to Director Jarvis
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
The Representation of Women Archaeologists in Media - Episode 9
Today the panel discusses the way women archaeologists are represented in a variety of media including TV, Movies, and Video Games. We talk about what there is out there for us, and what kinds of role models we'd like to see going forward. We're also joined by special guests Chelsea Rose of Time Team America fame and Meghan Dennis aka @GingeryGamer.
Links
- Watch Full Episodes Online of Time Team America on PBS
- TrowelBlazers
- 6 Tiny Cavers, 15 Odd Skeletons, and 1 Amazing New Species of Ancient Human
- Meet the six female ‘underground astronauts’ who recovered our newest relative
- Archaeology For the Public - via the SAA
- Preservation50 – Making Archaeology Public
- Archaeotech podcast with Meghan Dennis DIGITAL ARCHAEOLOGY AND HERITAGE FIELD SCHOOL - ARCHAEOTECH 32
Contact
- Chelsi Slotten on twitter @osteoarchaeo
- Show email womeninarchaeology@gmail.com
- Women In Archaeology Facebook Group
- Women In Archaeology Blog
ISSUES IN ARCHAEOLOGY: LOOKING FOR NEW HOSTS TO HIGHLIGHT WOMEN AND WOMEN’S ISSUES IN ARCHAEOLOGY
Search Issues in Archaeology above.
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2018
- Apr 15, 2018 We're 2!!!! - Episode 48 Apr 15, 2018
- Apr 1, 2018 Pseudoarchaeology with Stephanie - Episode 47 Apr 1, 2018
- Mar 18, 2018 History of Badass Women in Archaeology Pt II - Episode 46 Mar 18, 2018
- Mar 4, 2018 Zooarchaeology with Alex Fitzpatrick - Episode 45 Mar 4, 2018
- Feb 18, 2018 Archaeology and Climate Change in Kiribati - Episode 44 Feb 18, 2018
- Feb 4, 2018 SHA Takeaways - Episode 43 Feb 4, 2018
- Jan 21, 2018 Trafficking Archaeology - Episode 42 Jan 21, 2018
- Jan 7, 2018 AAA Takeaways - Episode 41 Jan 7, 2018
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2017
- Dec 24, 2017 State of the Monuments - Episode 40 Dec 24, 2017
- Dec 10, 2017 The Period Episode - Episode 39 Dec 10, 2017
- Nov 26, 2017 Marketing Yourself - Episode 38 Nov 26, 2017
- Nov 12, 2017 Sexual Harassment Follow Up - Episode 37 Nov 12, 2017
- Oct 29, 2017 Leaving UNESCO and it's Effect on Archaeology - Episode 36 Oct 29, 2017
- Oct 15, 2017 The Changing Roles of Museums and Museum Collections - Episode 35 Oct 15, 2017
- Oct 1, 2017 The Impact of Tourism on Historic Sites - Episode 34 Oct 1, 2017
- Sep 17, 2017 Should All History be Saved? - Episode 33 Sep 17, 2017
- Sep 3, 2017 Utilizing Older Collections - Episode 32 Sep 3, 2017
- Aug 20, 2017 Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig - Episode 31 Aug 20, 2017
- Aug 6, 2017 Underwater Archaeology with Jessica Irwin - Episode 30 Aug 6, 2017
- Jul 23, 2017 'Gender' Artifacts - Episode 29 Jul 23, 2017
- Jul 9, 2017 WIA at TAG - Episode 28 Jul 9, 2017
- Jun 25, 2017 Kids and Archaeology - Episode 27 Jun 25, 2017
- Jun 11, 2017 National Monuments - Episode 26 Jun 11, 2017
- May 28, 2017 ENCORE: What's In Your Pack - Episode 25 May 28, 2017
- May 14, 2017 Colleen Strawhacker of the National Snow and Ice Data Center - Episode 24 May 14, 2017
- Apr 30, 2017 Drinking Culture in Archaeology - Episode 23 Apr 30, 2017
- Apr 16, 2017 Why Isn't All Archaeology Publicly Available? - Episode 22 Apr 16, 2017
- Apr 2, 2017 Maintaining Long Distance Relationships - Episode 21 Apr 2, 2017
- Mar 19, 2017 History of Badass Women in Archaeology - Episode 20 Mar 19, 2017
- Mar 5, 2017 Horror Stories and How We Survived - Episode 19 Mar 5, 2017
- Feb 19, 2017 Feminist Archaeology - Episode 18 Feb 19, 2017
- Feb 5, 2017 Field Schools - Episode 17 Feb 5, 2017
- Jan 22, 2017 Trump vs. Cultural Heritage - Episode 16 Jan 22, 2017
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2016
- Dec 25, 2016 Avocational Archaeology - Episode 15 Dec 25, 2016
- Nov 27, 2016 Destruction of Cultural Sites as a War Crime - Episode 13 Nov 27, 2016
- Nov 5, 2016 Nasty Women in Archaeology Special Episode 12.5 Nov 5, 2016
- Oct 30, 2016 The Dakota Access Pipeline - Episode 12 Oct 30, 2016
- Oct 16, 2016 Back to Grad School - Episode 11 Oct 16, 2016
- Sep 18, 2016 Sexual Harassment in Archaeology - Episode 10 Sep 18, 2016
- Sep 4, 2016 The Representation of Women Archaeologists in Media - Episode 9 Sep 4, 2016
- Aug 21, 2016 What's In Your Pack, Women's Edition - Episode 8 Aug 21, 2016
- Aug 7, 2016 Opportunities in Archaeology i.e. Things You Can Do Besides Dig Holes - Episode 7 Aug 7, 2016
- Jul 24, 2016 PELISKA'S SURVEY RESULTS, PART 2 - Episode 6 Jul 24, 2016
- Jul 10, 2016 Interview with Alan Kaiser - Episode 5 Jul 10, 2016
- Jun 26, 2016 Peliska's Survey Results, Part 1 - Episode 4 Jun 26, 2016
- Jun 12, 2016 Conferences and How to Navigate Them - Episode 3 Jun 12, 2016
- May 8, 2016 Why Women In Archaeology - Episode 2 May 8, 2016
- Apr 10, 2016 ARPA and the Oregon Occupation - Episode 1 Apr 10, 2016
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2014
- Nov 6, 2014 Women in #Archaeology - 04/10/16! Nov 6, 2014