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Why have Tilly and Ash been turned into potted plants? Maybe it’s because they were trying to categorise an ancient and (apparently) wrathful god. But how does one classify a god? How can we identify them archaeologically? Are they people or objects? And most importantly, how will Ash and Tilly stop this recording? Listen in to find out!Books Mentioned: Small Gods (Terry Pratchett) Bound to the Battle God (Ruby Dixon) Pyramids (Terry Pratchett) Odds and Gods (Tom Holt) Ye Gods (Tom Holt) Godkiller (Hannah Kaner) The Raven Tower (Ann Leckie) The Realms of the Gods (Tamora Pierce) Kaos (Netflix series)Links Article: Are archaeologists afraid of gods? Article: Cattle skull ring in Kheshiya Article: Taking the bull by the horns (Catalhoyuk) Article: Griffins, Myths and Religion Article: The Spatial Configuration of Belief Book: The Archaeology of Religion TeePublic Store linkContact Email: [email protected] Instagram: @‌and.my.trowelTranscripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/trowel/28ArchPodNet 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/archpodnetAffiliates Motion

In this episode of the Great Plains Archaeology Podcast, host Carlton Shield Chief Gover explores the fascinating Paleoindian period, focusing on the earliest known peoples to inhabit the Great Plains. These pioneering groups adapted to the Ice Age environment, hunting megafauna like mammoths and bison, and leaving behind some of the most iconic archaeological sites in North America. Carlton delves into the discovery of key Paleoindian sites, including Clovis and Folsom, which provide insights into the lifeways, tools, and migration patterns of these early hunters. This episode takes listeners on a journey through time, unraveling the mysteries of the First Peoples and the lasting legacy they've left on the Great Plains landscape. Whether you're an archaeology enthusiast or curious about the ancient history of North America, this deep dive into the Paleoindian period will captivate and inform.Youtube: https://youtu.be/uHE45rdZ0GULinks: On Rehumanizing Pleistocene People of the Western Hemisphere (2021) by Bonnie L. Pitblado Before Folsom: The 12 Mile Creek Site and the Debate Over the Peopling of the Americas (2014) by Matthew E. Hill The Archaeology of the North American Great Plains by Douglas B. Bamforth (2021) Archaeology on the Great Plains Edited by W. Raymond Wood (1998) Carlton's KU Anthropology Faculty BioTranscripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/great-plains-archaeology/04Contact: Instagram: @‌pawnee_archaeologist Email: [email protected] Motion

We’ve talked in the past about the best vehicles for CRM, but what are the best accessories to make your ride the envy of the other shovelbums?  Are some add-ons better left off?  Join us as we pimp your ride CRM style.Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/crmarchpodcast/298Blogs and Resources: Bill White: Succinct Research Doug Rocks-MacQueen: Doug’s Archaeology Chris Webster: DIGTECH LLC Andrew KinkellaKinkella Teaches Archaeology (Youtube)Blog: Kinkella Teaches ArchaeologyArchPodNet 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/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion

Is magic real? Ancient Alien theorists claim that it is, but not really. They claim that descriptions of magic are just misunderstood alien technology. Together with Archaeosoup and Michelle Franklin, we are going to investigate these theories. We'll cover modern magicians, the famous Merlin, and whether Moses from the Bible had access to alien technology.You can find more from Archaeosoup here: YouTube LinktreeMore of Michelle Franklin can be found here: YouTube Michelle PatreonLinks: Episode page Digging up Ancient Aliens on the web:WebsiteEmailFacebookTwitterInstagramTikTokYouTubeSupport the show: Patreon Become a APN memberMusicThe intro music is Lily of the woods by Sandra Marteleur, and the outro is named “Folie hatt” by Trallskruv.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/archpodnet Tee Public StoreAffiliates Motion

The Arkhaios Film Festival is a free annual event that takes place every fall. It highlights the work of film makers working in the anthropology and archaeology space. This year the Archaeology Podcast Network participated in the jury selection process and we interviewed a few of the film makers. In this episode you’ll hear from Andrew Jones of Curiosity Trek and Alessio Consorte of The Last Shop, two of the short films that were selected.Links Arkhaios Film Festival - October 14-20, 2024 PBS link for Curiosity Trek!Contact Chris [email protected] Rachel [email protected] (Instagram)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/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion

Travel back over 5,000 years to Nekhen and Abydos, and explore the predynastic and early dynastic tombs that laid the foundations for the iconic pyramids and grand tombs of Ancient Egypt. Discover how these early burial sites shaped royal displays of power, afterlife beliefs, and Egyptian art for millennia.Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Head over to the show notes page to see photosArchPodNet 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/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion

Continue the journey through the ancient tomb architecture of Early Dynastic Egypt that paved the way for the pyramids. Uncover recently discovered predynastic tombs in the Nile Delta and explore Saqqara’s grand necropolis. From the tombs of elite Egyptians to the monuments of Merneith, the first woman to rule Egypt, and the Step Pyramid of Djoser, we’ll reveal the powerful afterlife rituals and artistic traditions that shaped Egypt's iconic burial monuments.Links See photos related to episode topics on Instagram Loving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee! Head over to the show notes page to see photos!Affiliates Motion

In this premiere episode of Ethnocynology with David Ian Howe, David speaks for 30 minutes straight with almost 0 pauses about his favorite subject—Ethnocynology. As well as the Colombian Exchange.David begins by defining archaeology and Ethnocynology, and what they mean to him. Which then leads him to discussing what led him to studying the subject in general. Which he breaks into three parts:Taking an intro to anthropology courseA history documentary called “Mankind”A zooarchaeology class and a documentary about the  flight distance hypothesisHe then rants about species, speciation, and how naming things can be problematic. This episode will be continued and clarified in episode 2.Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/ethno/01Contact David Ian Howe: davidianhowe.comArchPodNet 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/archpodnet Tee Public Store

In part 2 of these premiere episodes of Ethnocynology with David Ian Howe, David speaks for another 30 minutes straight (with maybe 3 pauses) about his favorite subject—Ethnocynology.David begins by recapping what he talked about last time; how he studied archaeology, and what led him to studying dogs.He then starts this episode off with how he grew up with an aunt who is a veterinarian and how he always had a stream of dogs in and out of the house.He then talks about his mentors and predecessors Dr. Brian Cummings who coined the neologism “ethnocynology,” and Dr. Angela Perri, who is the leading researcher in dog genetics.David then talks about meeting Dr. Perri in Italy at a conference, and how he bombed his opening performance at the conference.David then continues to discuss how he created the Ethnocynology Instagram, and how it was an outlet to teach the things he had learned in grad school.Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode, go to: https://www.archpodnet.com/ethno/02Links: Links: davidianhowe.comArchPodNet 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/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724

Dr. Garfinkel brings Jose Botello back on the show to talk about his master’s work at Cal State Northridge. They talk about ceremonial dance, cosmology, and what it means to live and walk the “red road”.Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to https://www.archpodnet.com/rockart/131Contact Dr. Alan [email protected]. Alan Garfinkel’s WebsiteSupport Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonArchPodNet 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/archpodnet Tee Public StoreAffiliates and Sponsors California Rock Art Foundation