Archaeology news and history brought to you from a women's perspective.
State of the Monuments - Episode 40
The Bears Ears and Escalante National Monuments were recently reduced in size by the present administration. Chelsi, Emily, Kirsten, and Jessica discuss the action and its impacts on local populations and archaeology.
Links
- http://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2017/12/03/effort-to-shrink-bears-ears-national-monument-started-before-donald-trump-was-elected-president/
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2017/12/11/trump-is-being-sued-to-stop-him-from-shrinking-bears-ears-national-monument-by-85-percent-who-will-win/?utm_term=.3a3cb4a03390
- https://www.npr.org/2017/12/05/568507002/legal-challenges-mount-after-trumps-reduction-of-national-monumentshttps://www.teenvogue.com/story/patagonia-ceo-rose-marcario-on-suing-donald-trump
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/jun/05/public-lands-uranium-mining-arizona-grand-canyon?CMP=share_btn_tw
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
The Period Episode - Episode 39
On this episode we discuss PERIODS!! A lot of us have them, they can be really inconvenient, and dealing with them in the field is often less straightforward than normal. We discuss pros and cons of the various products on the market, how to deal with that 'oops' moment, and suggestions for making your life easier when you're on your period.
Links
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjFZ1nzijrI&t=247s
- https://www.shethinx.com/
- https://www.amazon.com/Diva-Cup-Childbirth-Packaging-Vary/dp/B000FAG6X0/ref=pd_sim_121_87?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=JYJDW3K4MJW3PQTB1BX5
- http://menstrualcupreviews.net/best-period-panties-reviews/
- http://www.nature.com/news/fighting-the-menstruation-taboo-in-the-field-1.19372
- https://www.reddit.com/r/geologycareers/comments/370hnz/female_geologists_how_do_you_deal_with_your/
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
Marketing Yourself - Episode 38
On this episode of the Women in Archaeology Podcast we will be discussing how to market yourself. We will discuss internet presence, using in person networking to your best advantage, and the importance of showing up!
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
Sexual Harassment Follow Up - Episode 37
On this episode of the Women in Archaeology Podcast we will be revisiting the topic of sexual harassment. We will discuss new developments in the past year, the SAA panel from the last meeting, and resources for survivors.
Links
- http://grist.org/article/sexual-harassment-science-me-too-antarctica-climate-research-women/
- http://www.the-scientist.com/?articles.view/articleNo/50667/title/Study-Digs-into-Sexual-Harassment-During-Fieldwork/
- http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/aman.12929/epdf
- https://phys.org/news/2017-10-factors-abuse-academic-fieldwork.html
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/powerpost/after-zero-tolerance-vow-a-park-chief-cited-for-sexual-harassment-gets-a-bonus-and-new-job/2017/08/03/bb7e01be-72e1-11e7-8f39-eeb7d3a2d304_story.html?utm_term=.35953bd52fe5
- https://www.rainn.org/articles/sexual-harassment
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
Leaving UNESCO and it's Effect on Archaeology - Episode 36
On this episode of the Women in Archaeology Podcast we discuss the US's decision to leave UNESCO. We cover what this means for archaeology in the US and abroad, why the US made this decision, and potential political ramifications.
Links
- http://time.com/4980034/unesco-trump-us-leaving-history/
- http://news.nationalgeographic.com/2017/10/united-states-us-withdraw-unesco-world-heritage-spd/
- https://www.artsy.net/article/artsy-editorial-withdrawing-unesco-now
- http://www.philly.com/philly/news/pennsylvania/philadelphia/will-u-s-withdraw-from-unesco-affect-phillys-world-heritage-status-20171012.html
- https://news.artnet.com/art-world/us-unesco-cultural-institutions-1116371#.WeSj9cJ0MmI.facebook
- https://culturalheritagelawyer.blogspot.com/2017/10/us-announces-intent-to-withdraw-from.htmlutm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CulturalHeritageLawyerRickStHilaire+%28Cultural+Heritage+Lawyer+Rick+St.+Hilaire%29&m=1
- http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2017/10/12/557337368/u-s-says-it-will-withdraw-from-unesco-citing-anti-israel-bias
- http://en.unesco.org/
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
The Changing Roles of Museums and Museum Collections - Episode 35
On this episode of Women in Archaeology, we discussed the changing academic and social roles of museums in the United States. We also briefly talked about the origins of museums and how museum outreach and exhibitions can be improved.
Links
- http://www.atelier-brueckner.com/en/projects/lwl-museum-archaeology
- http://natural-history.uoregon.edu/
- http://whitneyplantation.com/history.html
- https://www.huffingtonpost.com/joan-wages/why-museums-are-important_b_6355710.html
- https://www.apollo-magazine.com/why-museums-need-their-own-ethics-departments/
- http://www.cnn.com/travel/article/are-museums-still-relevant/index.html
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
The Impact of Tourism on Historic Sites - Episode 34
On today's episode, we will be discussing the impact tourism can have out sites including the good, the bad and the ugly. The discussion will include how tourism impacts sites, the surrounding areas, the broader public, and individuals.
Links
- http://www.cnn.com/travel/article/tourists-arrested-rome-colosseum/index.html
- http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/travelnews/2011/11/111107-pompeii-italy-science-travel-collapse-eu/
- https://www.theguardian.com/world/2011/mar/21/looters-latin-america-archaeological-heritage
- https://www.archaeological.org/tourism_guidelines
- https://www.montpelier.org/archaeology
- https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24533
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
Should All History be Saved? - Episode 33
On today's episode the hosts discuss the removal of statues from public space. They pay particular attention to the confederate monuments that are the subject of current public debate.
Links
- https://ferris.edu/jimcrow/
- https://baltimoreheritage.github.io/civil-rights-heritage/confederate-memory/
- https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2017/aug/22/toppling-statues-nelsons-column-should-be-next-slavery
- http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/baltimore-city/bs-md-ci-monuments-found-20170817-story.html
- https://baltimoreheritage.org/preservation/baltimore-took-four-confederate-monuments-comes-next/
- http://blogs.berkeley.edu/2017/08/16/losing-the-past-or-changing-the-future-archaeologists-and-modern-monuments/
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
Utilizing Older Collections - Episode 32
The Women of Archaeology are all professional archaeologists giving their opinions and insights into issues that affect not only women but most professionals in professional archaeology. On today's episode, the hosts will discuss the value of using older collections. Topics include some of the unique challenges posed when working with older collections, the importance of reanalyzing collections, the ethical issues of having collections that aren't used, and our personal stories to laugh at and learn from.
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
Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig - Episode 31
On today's episode we talk about a new book from Nomad Press by Anita Yasuda called, "Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig". It's a book intended for children ages 9 through 12 and focuses on three dynamic women who are working in archaeology around the world.
Links
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
Underwater Archaeology with Jessica Irwin - Episode 30
On this episode we are joined by underwater archaeologist Jessica Irwin. We will discuss what underwater archaeology is, how it differs from terrestrial archaeology, some of the unique challenges faced by underwater archaeologists, and some really cool underwater sites that have been excavated.
Contact
- Contact: Email Jessica: Irwinja@sc.edu
- 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
'Gender' Artifacts - Episode 29
On this episodes, the hosts discuss why we view some artifacts as being intrinsically gendered. Specifically looking at why weapons are male and sewing implements are female and how our modern biases affect our views of the past.
Links
- http://pagepaige.blogspot.com/2013/02/feminist-theory-in-archaeology-search.html
- http://sciencenordic.com/don%E2%80%99t-underestimate-viking-women
- https://www.theguardian.com/science/2015/may/14/early-men-women-equal-scientists
Contacts
- 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
- https://womeninarchaeology.wordpress.com/
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
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