Women In Archaeology

Wondering what’s up with heritage in October 2026? You’re in the right place. On this episode we discuss updated proposals to the ACHP and Section 106, Trump’s Arch, threats to archives and museums, archaeological destruction at the border, and the ironically named American Affordability and Jobs Act. If you make it to the end you’ll... Continue Reading → The post The State of Heritage in October 2026 appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

On this episode, the hosts interview Dr. Z, an award-winning professor and incredible content creator on Instagram and Tik Tok.

Join Chelsi, Emily, Kirsten and guests Dr. Holly Norton (Colorado State Archaeologist and the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer at History Colorado), Dr. Maureen Meyers (Director of Archaeology for New South Associates, Inc.), Sarah Love (Professional and PhD student), Katie Tipton (Cultural Resources Practice Lead for Catalyst Environmental), Kassie Rippee (Tribal Liaison, SACHP: State Advisory Council on Historic... Continue Reading → The post Section 106 in Chaos: Trump Appointed Overhaul of the National Historic Preservation Act Regulations appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

What has changed in ten years of discussing archaeology, and what has not?

From the government shutdown beginning on the first, the demolition of the East Wing of the Whitehouse, and finally the imminent hearing on the Section 106 consultation process. The administration has had significant effects across the federal government, with trickle-down effects into state, local, and tribal governments, archaeology, and historic preservation writ large. The post Archaeology Under Trump: October 2025 Edition appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

The Women in Archaeology co-hosts, Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten, discuss the impact the second Trump presidency is having on the field of archaeology and heritage across the United States. From the impending impacts of “The One Big Beautiful Bill”, DOGE effects, and others, archaeologists have been hit like other scientists impacted by the presidency. Listen... Continue Reading → The post Trump’s Impact on Archaeology 2025 appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

On this episode, the hosts are joined by three of the producers of the NAGPRA Comics series: Sonya Atalay, Shannon Martin, and John Swogger. NAGPRA Comics is a grant-funded comic series that is community-based and collaboratively produced, which shares stories about repatriation from tribal perspectives. It was an incredible opportunity to learn about how the... Continue Reading → The post NAGPRA Comics with Sonya Atalay, Shannon Martin, and John Swogger appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

Tune in while Kirsten, Chelsi, and Emily discuss cool projects, career paths in archaeology, and starting a business with Dr. Angela Perrotti of the Palynology and Environmental Research Lab. Angela goes deep with what palynology is, what we can learn from pollen in the archaeological record, and how she got the coolest job! She explores... Continue Reading → The post WIA with PEARL: Pollen, Careers, and Archaeology, Oh My! appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

This episode was originally posted on August 20, 2017. The hosts discuss the wonderful children’s book “Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig” by Anita Yasuda. 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. Check it out! The post Repost – ‘Archaeology: Cool Women Who Dig’ Book Review appeared first on Women In Archaeology.

Join Chelsi, Emily, and Kirsten as we have a returning guest, Dr. April Biesaw, PhD of Vassar College discuss some long-term projects. Dr. Biesaw shares how the long-forgotten have meaning, and can teach us to think about the “Greater Good”, what that really means, and the impact of social programs off “poorhouses” on the poor,... Continue Reading → The post Water Infrastructure, Cemeteries, and Poorhouses of New York with April Beisaw appeared first on Women In Archaeology.