From ancient diets to current impacts.
The Dirt sits down with Dr. Damien Huffer
Investigating what happened at "Iran's Pompeii"
Or, How Anna Spent Winter Break
Sitting down with forensic archaeologist Kimberlee Moran
An altered state achieved from drumming.
Stories from listeners and the hosts about archaeological fieldwork.
How and when humans first used metals.
The history of morality.
A history of veterinary medicine in the archaeological record.
It’s the second half of our two-episode series on Japan! This week, Amber and Anna explore some of the traditions and material culture surrounding Japanese food. We research rice, sample sake, banter about bento, and MAYBE MAKE THE BEST SERIES OF PUNS EVER HEARD ON THE SHOW. Links Rice in …
This week, it’s a sponsored episode (thanks Elizabeth!) and part one in a two- part series on ancient Japan. This week—the Jomon, prehistoric Japanese hunter-gatherers, and their descendants, the Ainu indigenous people. Also, some bears. Links Spotlight on Research: What Can Archaeology Tell Us About the Prehistory of the Japanese …
The history of bathing and hygiene.
Check out the full episodes!
Spooktober continues with a mystery!
An evil send-off into Halloween.
Featuring a cult of warlocks!
Studying fringe.
An interview with Dr. Kenneth Fader
Musical instruments in the archaeological record.