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The Southern Plains and the Pueblo World: Commerce, Conflict, and Connection with Magdalena Lewandowska - Plains 47
In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton welcomes Magdalena Lewandowska to discuss her article, âTrade, Conflict, and Alliance â Relationship Between the Southern Plains and the Rio Grande Pueblos in the Protohistoric Period.â Together they explore the dynamic relationships that connected Indigenous communities across the Southern Plains and the Rio Grande during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. The conversation examines how trade in goods such as bison hides and Pueblo pottery fostered economic partnerships while also creating competition, political alliances, and occasional conflict. Drawing on archaeological and historical evidence, Lewandowska explains why PlainsâPueblo interactions cannot be understo...
What Level of Threat are We Talking About... Really? - CRMArch 337
Can what we face as a discipline now be an opportunity for reflection and growth that leads to a transformation? Could this period lead to a revolution of understanding? There are a lot of opinions, information, interpretations, and assumptions swirling but above all, the most effective and impactful strategy is a measured mission of action based on facts unencumbered by the emotions of the moment.
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/337
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Bill White: Succinct Research Doug Rocks-MacQueen: Dougâs Archaeology Chris We...Landscapes for the Dead Part 1: Tombs With a View - TPM 36
In this episode, host Stephanie Rice kicks off a series on landscape archaeology, beginning with the study of what could be seen from ancient tombs and where those tombs were visible from within the surrounding region.
Journey across three distinct ancient landscapes: The Neolithic passage tombs of Newgrange, Knowth, and Dowth at BrĂș na BĂłinne in Ireland; Norse burial cairns of late Iron Age Norway and Iceland; and the Ojoka Kofun (ăăăăăă”ă/ç愳äžć€ćął) from the Yamato Period in Japan.
Through these sacred sites, discover how ancient people viewed and interacted with their funerary landscape.
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Geoglyphs in Brazil, a Deadly Polish King's Tomb and a Fresco Reconstruction in Pompeii - TAS 336
This week we cover three new archaeology news stories! First up, a new LiDAR study in Brazil is revealing that the Amazonian ancient civilization of Aquiry may have been much larger than previously known. Then, a tomb in Poland that was opened in 1973 harbored a deadly fungus that caused the deaths of many of the researchers that worked on it, like a modern day Mummyâs Curse! And finally, archaeologists at Pompeii are reconstructing a ceiling mosaic piece by painstaking piece.
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Mysterious Shapes Hidden Beneath the Amazon Canopy Reveal a Sprawling Ancient Ci...The Wild Women of Wongo (1958) - Screens 134
Today weâre reviewing the feminist classic, The Wild Women of Wongo (1958), which tells the story of two prehistoric tribes: one where all the women are beautiful and all the men are brutes, and the other vice versa. But donât worry â social norms are upheld in the end and everyone is married off to an equally attractive partner.
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Watch The Wild Women of Wongo (1958) on YouTube PathĂ©color Burmese pythons in Florida William Marsden, creator or Wonder Woman Our episode on Eegah! (1962) Coral Castle H.H. Holmesâ Murder Castle Ancient Aliens: How Were These Mysteriou...Hunters or Scavengers? with Dr. Devin Pettigrew - Ethno 42
In this episode of the Ethnocynology, David talks with long time friend, Dr. Devin Pettigrew, the leading expert in the history and ballistics of the atlatl.
After a recent paper came out by Eren et al, claiming that Clovis hunters were only scavengers, Devin and David dive into the paper and discuss the role of hunting in human history as well as the history of the Atllatl, and how the Clovis people wouldâve hunted across the North American landscape.
They also then discuss Devinâs future research and what this means for the field.
<...The Lost City (2022) is a Good Movie - Pseudo 189
Half way between Joe Versus the Volcano and Tropic Thunder lies The Lost City. That is a good location. I suggest you go there with me!
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For rough transcripts of this episode head over to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/pseudo/189
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Archaeology of Forks - Teabreak 58
Itâs time for the main course, and the most surprisingly complicated of cutlery items covered so far in the podcast: the fork! Jessica and Matilda dive into the history and archaeology of the fork, and discover that itâs not quite such a simple tool as they originally thought. Why do Americans and Germans hold their forks so differently? Whatâs the difference between a fork and a fork-like object? And who was using a spork in the 4th century? Tune in to find out!
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For rough transcripts of this episode go to https...
Maya Astronomer Named, and Controversy Over Utah Monuments and Smithsonian Signage - TAS 335
In todayâs archaeology news episode, we discuss three articles, starting with a discovery at the Maya city of XiulĂĄn, Guatemala: a small room interpreted as a scribe/astronomer workspace with 11 hieroglyphs naming Sak Ton Wax (âwhite-chested foxâ) and more than 50 mathematical âmicro textsâ tracking Venus and Mars as the author. We then cover a report that President Trump reduced Grand StaircaseâEscalante and Bears Ears by nearly three million acres, opening lands to mining and ending the Bears Ears Commissionâs tribal co-stewardship. Finally, we discuss a report on an executive order to post warnings outside the Smithsonianâs N...
Archaeology of The Hobbit: Smials Saloons - Trowel 71
Ash and Tilly have finally made it through the front door of Bag End! In this episode, they discuss the archaeology of buildings, and talk about how the physical structure of a hobbit hole (or smials) can be used to learn more about hobbit culture. Tune in to hear all about window tax, historic palimpsests, and why a round door just doesnât make sense!
Books mentioned:
Carpe Jugulum (Terry Pratchett)Links
Prancing Pony Building Survey Episode ĂatalhöyĂŒk buildings ĂatalhöyĂŒk article by Ian Hodder on entanglement âWhat is a Brochâ - Caithness...Historical Commentary for The Mummy Returns part 2 - DiA 17
Part 2 of my Historical commentary
We not only dive deep into the travel montage and the details of the flashbacks, but also get a bit nitpicky about real facts that contradict the logic of the movie and the story being told. Hope we can have a few laughs along the way.
Watch The Mummy Returns HERE (for free with ads - YouTube)
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Read along, Pictures, and Citations: â Detours in Artaeologyâ â Printify Shopâ - shirts, stickers, and mugs, oh my! â My YouTube channelâ - where you can find all my episodes tooContact<...
Around the Fire: Small Animals and Paleoindian Camps with Dr. McKenna Litynski - Plains 46
In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton welcomes Dr. McKenna Litynski to discuss her recent article, âAnthropogenic Burning of Small Mammals at the Early Paleoindian La Prele Site in Converse County, Wyoming.â While Paleoindian archaeology often focuses on mammoths and other large game, this study demonstrates how tiny animal remains can provide equally important insights into the lives of the first peoples of North America. Dr. Litynski explains how archaeologists distinguish natural from human-created bone accumulations, what burned microfaunal remains reveal about activities around Paleoindian hearths, and why these small bones likely represent everyday camp behaviors rath...
Managing Expectations: Career growth is often misunderstood - CRMArch 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.
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/336
Blogs and Resources:
Bill White: Succinct Research Doug Rocks-MacQueen: Dougâs Archaeology Chris Webster: DI...Building Partnerships at the State and Federal Level in Colorado - HeVo 108
On this monthâs episode, Jessica speaks with Stacy Coleman (Assistant Director for Tribal Affairs with Colorado's Department of Natural Resources). First, the two cover how Stacy ended up focusing on law and then her fifteen years working for the Department of Justiceâs Environmental Enforcement Section. Next Stacy describes what drew her to her current position and the many different aspects of such a large dynamic role. Some highlights she discusses for this role include the Colorado Outdoor Strategy and its Guidance Framework for Tribal Consultation, as well as the recent Colorado Parks and Wildlife Community Listening Sessions and...
First Man (2017) - Screens 133
First Man (2017) is a âdocumentaryâ with an interesting relationship to scientific facts and a disturbing view of human nature. It follows human evolution through four reconstructed ancestors: an early beta cuck ape from Spain; a Tate stan basal hominin from Chad; an ancestral alpha mogger from South Africa; and a brainmaxxing sigma arsonist from China. Join us as we break down the silly walks, unnecessarily blurred monkey genitals, and (content warning!) graphic sexual assault.
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Pierolapithecus Sahelanthropus Gigantopithecus Sivapithecus/Ramapithecus Paranthropus Graecopithecus Peking Man (Homo erectus) Harbin/Dragon Man Our episode on Skullduggery (1970) Our episode on Sasq...Fieldwork and Wolf Spotting in Yellowstone - Ethno 41
In this solo episode, David shares stories from two unforgettable weeks in Wyomingâfrom excavating an ancient Bison antiquus at the Willow Springs archaeological site to spending a day tracking wolves in Yellowstone National Park with wildlife guide Evan Stout.
Along the way, he reflects on field archaeology, the challenges of living with permanent neuropathy after Guillain-Barré syndrome, the history of Yellowstone, wolf conservation, and why observing wild wolves offers a unique window into understanding the dogs that have shared our lives for thousands of years.
Whether you're interested in archaeology, wildlife, human evolution, or Ame...
Göbekli Tepe with Jens Notroff - Rock Art 169
In this episode, Alan speaks with Jens Notroff about the groundbreaking discoveries at Göbekli Tepe, one of the world's oldest monumental archaeological sites. They explore what its remarkable stone architecture, animal imagery, and material culture reveal about the social organization, ritual practices, and symbolic lives of hunter-gatherers more than 12,000 years ago. The conversation also examines how ongoing research is reshaping our understanding of the origins of monumentality, cooperation, and the transition to settled life.
Transcripts
For a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/rockart/169
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The APN Awards...The 1909 âEgyptians in the Grand Canyonâ Hoax - Pseudo 188
Did the Egyptians make it all the way to the Grand Canyon? Have I been engaged in a massive conspiracy to cover up secrets? Trust no one (except your common sense).
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The APN Awards: The APN Awards - Nominations Open!
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode head over to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/pseudo/188
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Kinkella Teaches Archaeology (Youtube) Blog: Kinkella Teaches Archaeology ArchPodNet
APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.c...Archaeology of Spoons - Teabreak 57
In this second installment of the archaeology of cutlery, Jessica and Matilda discuss the evolution of spoons. From the earliest scoop with a shell to the latest intricately carved wooden love spoon, these objects have become a huge part of human society all around the world. But how much do we actually know about the (pre)history of spoons? Tune in to find out!
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/teabreak/57
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The APN Awards: The APN Awards - Nominations Open! Mudlarking clay pipes Wardrobe...Save Ancient Studies Alliance - TAS 334
On todayâs episode Chris interviews Dr. David Danzig from the Save Ancient Studies Alliance. Itâs a great website dedicated to education and outreach. Theyâve got a conference coming up on July 19th and 20th for people listening in real time. Itâs free and open to all. Check out the livestream options at the links below.
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Save Ancient Studies Alliance Virtual ConferenceTranscript
For a rough transcript of this episode, Â head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/archaeology/334
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Chris Webster
chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel...
Archaeology of The Hobbit: Mounds of Middens - Trowel 70
In this episode, Ash and Tilly continue their deep dig into The Hobbit, focusing on the sedentary settlement of Hobbiton! They discuss how nomadic versus settled societies are seen within the archaeological record and Tolkien's works, to get a better archaeological understanding of hobbit-holes! Who knew pantries were a hobbitâs equivalent of conspicuous consumption?
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From Foraging to Farming: the 10,000 Year Revolution Timeline of Art History: JĆmon Culture (ca. 10,500âca. 300 B.C.) Isotopic evidence of breastfeeding and weaning practices in a hunterâgatherer population during the Late/Final Jomon period in eastern Japan Prehistoric Venuses...Adornment and Exchange at the River Bend Site, Wyoming with Dr. Spencer Pelton and Alexis Hollander - Plains 45
In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton welcomes Dr. Spencer R. Pelton and Alexis Hollander to discuss their recent article, âEarly Eighteenth Century Plains Indian Adornment at the River Bend Site, Wyoming.â Together they explore one of the largest adornment assemblages ever documented in Wyoming, examining locally produced beads and pendants alongside exotic materials that reveal extensive Indigenous exchange networks during the early post-Contact period. The conversation highlights how new technologies, including the introduction of metal tools, transformed ornament production while Indigenous communities maintained long-standing traditions of craftsmanship and identity. Spencer and Alexis also discuss what arch...
Flying for Work - CRMArch 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 itâs actually not that bad! Beware - once you go First Class, you ainât going backâŠ
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/335
Blogs and Resources:
Bill White: Succinct Resear...Ancient True Crime: The Assassination of Ramesses III - TPM 35
In this episode of The Past Macabre, step into the chaotic period of the Late Bronze Age Collapse to investigate one of history's oldest recorded high-profile murder cases. Egypt was already struggling from years of crop failures, famine, and the world's first recorded labor strike when a highly coordinated network of conspirators chose to exploit the chaos of a sacred celebration to assassinate the pharaoh Ramesses III.
Through a detailed examination of ancient legal records and archaeological excavations at the scene of the murder we'll explore the ancient investigation, trial, and sentences of those found guilty.
<...In the Blink of an Eye (2026) - Screens 132
They keep making them, so we keep reviewing them! In the Blink of an Eye (2026) tells the tragic tale of an adorably precocious childâs radicalization and eventual transformation into a billionaire tech bro who destroys the earth. Itâs a triptych of past, present, and future, taking us from an endearing mixed race Neanderthal family, to Rashida Jonesâ groundbreaking PhD research, to a genetically engineered sci-fi Kate McKinnonâs quest to find the next planet to destroy. Itâs alright, I guess.
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Longevity-obsessed tech billionaires Kepler 16b The ichnology of White Sands (New Mexico): Linear tra...Nature is Not Metal with Bradley Rydholm (Part 2) - Ethno 40
In this episode of Ethnocynology, David continues his conversation with Bradley Rydholm of Nature Is Not Metal to discuss animal cognition, ecology, and humanityâs relationship with the natural world. Bradley shares the story behind his popular Instagram page, his work as an outdoor educator, and why he believes wild animals possess rich social lives and individual personalities that are often overlooked.
The conversation explores everything from wolves to topics like anthropomorphism, cooperation in nature, and the emotional lives of animals. David and Bradley also discuss how experiences in the wilderness can change the way people view th...
Nahua Cosmology and Decolonizing Rock Art with Jose Botello - Rock Art 168
In this episode, Alan speaks with Jose Battello about his Indigenous Nahua heritage, his journey into anthropology, and the role of Indigenous knowledge in archaeological interpretation. They explore decolonial approaches to research, Nahua cosmology as a lens for understanding Coso rock art, and the importance of Indigenous self-representation, language, and ceremonial traditions in preserving cultural knowledge.
Transcripts
For a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/rockart/168
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The APN Awards - Nominations Open!Contact
Dr. Alan Garfinkel
avram1952@yahoo.com Dr. Alan Garfinkelâs Website Su...The Mummy Returns Historic Commentary Part 1 - DiA 16
Sequels go harder than the originals. Would that make them more or less accurate? It certainly makes them more of an experience to dive into. Watch to experience a magical world of Egypt in 1933 and join us as we sort through the fiction and non.
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Watch The Mummy Returns HERE (for free with ads - YouTube) Read along, Pictures, and Citations: â Detours in ArtaeologyâContact
â Printify Shopâ - shirts, stickers, and mugs, oh my! â My YouTube channelâ - where you can find all my episodes too Follow my â BlueSkyâ Follow me on Instagram â @FlyingSepiidaâ Jo...Filming Prehistory: Getting it Right - EXARC 73
Films set in prehistory are few and far between and often by no means based on scientific insights. In this episode of the EXARC Show our new host Noah Melton talks with filmmaker Maarten Peels about what he deems essential for a truthful depiction of life in the upper Paleolithic. In Maarten's short film De Poten van de Bison (The Bisonâs Legs), released in 2024, he introduces his characters as human beings interested in music and art rather than hunting and violence. Maarten recounts the many aspects that informed the process of making this film. He also lifts the ve...
Toxic Academia with Dr Andy Shuttleworth - S2 Bonus
George chats with Dr Andy Shuttleworth about their experiences at university and how neurodivergent students can struggle with academic snobbery, imposter syndrome and other learning differences.
Following on from positive experiences through school, Andy followed an all too common path through academia; anxiety, stress and depression. Now outside the academic world, Andy has come to terms with his experiences and offers heartfelt advice to others still in or considering an academic career.
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The APN Awards - Nominations Open!Transcripts
For rough transcripts head over to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/adhdbce...
In Search of âIn Search OfâŠâ - Pseudo 187
As a child of the 80s, I have fond memories of the TV show âIn Search OfâŠâ It was chock full of Pseudoarchaeology silliness, but it was so much fun, and super creepy sometimes too! Plus you can never go wrong with 1970s Leonard Nimoy.
The APN Awards: The APN Awards - Nominations Open!
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Kinkella Teaches Archaeology (Youtube) Blog: Kinkella Teaches Archaeology ArchPodNet
APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arc...Archaeology of Knives - Teabreak 56
Join Jessica and Matilda as they dive into the first installment of a mini series on the everyday archaeology of cutlery, starting with knives! But what exactly is a knife, and how can we recognise it in the archaeological and historic records? Together, our hosts discuss the difference between swords and knives, the benefits of flint while travelling, and why iron and copper hate each other.
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For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/teabreak/56
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Previous episode: Archaeology of Stone Tools Previous episode: Archaeology of Clothing ...Timelines: 1450 - Angkor Wat, Machu Picchu, and Constantinople - TAS 333
In this âTimelines: 1450â episode, we travel across continents and centuries to see what was happening at the same time in different places around the world: Angkor Wat in the jungles of Cambodia, Machu Picchu in the Andes, and Constantinople in Turkey. Join us as we uncover their origins, uses, and the mysteries that still surround these awe-inspiring sites.
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UNESCO World Heritage Centre â Angkor Britannica â Angkor Wat History â Angkor UNESCO World Heritage Centre â Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu Machu Picchuâs Ancient Beauty Smithsonian Magazine â To See the Magnificence and Majesty of Machu Picchu Without the Hike, Check Out...Archaeology of The Hobbit: A Hobbit-hole means comfort - Trowel 69
Ash and Tilly continue to plan their archaeological survey of The Hobbit, and finally manage to move past the map! Tune in to hear them discuss the importance of lineages in studying history, learn all about what field-walking is, and hear from some unexpected visitorsâŠ
Other books mentioned:
The Patriarchs (Angela Saini) The Kingâs Witches (Katie Foster)Links
Asclepius Snake symbology Field Walking Definition Rivers in PrehistoryContact
Email: andmytrowel@gmail.com Instagram: @âand.my.trowelTranscripts
For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/tr...
Filling the Gap: New Evidence of Paleoindian Life in Northwest Missouri and Southwest Iowa with Dr. Thomas Loebel and John Lambert - Plains 44
In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, Carlton is joined by John M. Lambert and Thomas J. Loebel to discuss their recent article with Dr. David Easterla, âAddressing a Gap in the Late Pleistocene Record of the Midwest: Fluted Points in Northwest Missouri and Southwest Iowa.â The conversation explores why this region has long been underrepresented in Paleoindian research and how the documentation of 235 fluted projectile points, including dozens of previously unreported specimens, helps illuminate the lives of some of North America's earliest inhabitants. Lambert and Loebel discuss the challenges and value of integrating museum collections, private coll...
When Archaeology Disaster Strikes - CRMArch 334
What happens when disasters strike during archaeology projects? Todayâs episode discusses what happens when archaeological sites are inadvertently found during projects. What do you do when youâre 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.
Transcripts
For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/334
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Native American remains found at UC Berkeley construction site. What happens next...Presenting: Journal Club - TAS 332
Each month on the APN Discord channel the management of the APN will get together and discuss an article or two from recent archaeology and scientific journal publications. You can join live and free on the Discord and see our shining faces! We thought weâd use this show to present the audio from that first recording. Weâre aiming for the first Monday of every month. Let us know what you think!
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https://www.newscientist.com/article/2526391-ancient-teeth-hint-at-links-between-denisovans-and-homo-erectus/
Apple News: https://apple.news/AzsyzHT5XQyGJc7jweQl4mg
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Ch...
Classic Caveman Cartoons (Part2) - Screens 131
Ehh, whatâs up, doc? But in this case the âdocâ is a PhD. Get it? Because weâre... Never mind, weâre back with more classic cartoons! As we move into the second half of the Twentieth Century the characters become more recognizable: Porky Pig, Mighty Mouse, Pink Panther, Woody Woodpecker â we ruin the fun of all these characters by trying to assess what species they are! (Oh wait, I should have said âwhatâs up, post-doc?â. Iâll keep workshopping it) (Part 2 of 2).
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Springtime in the Rock Age (1940) Way Back...Nature is Not Metal with Bradley Rydholm - Ethno 39
In this episode of Ethnocynology, David sits down with Bradley Rydholm of Nature Is Not Metal to discuss animal cognition, ecology, and humanityâs relationship with the natural world. Bradley shares the story behind his popular Instagram page, his work as an outdoor educator, and why he believes wild animals possess rich social lives and individual personalities that are often overlooked.
The conversation explores everything from wolves to topics like anthropomorphism, cooperation in nature, and the emotional lives of animals. David and Bradley also discuss how experiences in the wilderness can change the way people view themselves, ot...
Alan Ehrgott and The Elusive Conquest of Queen Califa - Rock Art 167
In episode 167, Dr. Alan Garfinkel interviews author and conservationist Alan Ehrgott about his recent book, The Elusive Conquest of Queen Califa: California History Revisited. The discussion explores the Indigenous peoples of Baja California, the arrival of Spanish explorers and missionaries, and the role of rock art as a visual record of history, belief, and cultural survival. Ehrgott describes how his work blends historical research, memoir, adventure travel, and historical fiction, drawing from a 1,200-mile backpacking journey along Baja Californiaâs Camino Real and decades of study of California history and conservation. The episode examines Indigenous lifeways, missionization, colonial encounters, ca...