The Archaeology Show

This week we have 3 news stories about art in the ancient world. First up, 10 years of excavating a synagogue in Israel has revealed stunning floor mosaics. Then, we head to everyone’s favorited ancient city, Pompeii, where spectacular frescos were uncovered in a residence. And finally, rock carvings in Peru may depict people singing or dancing while hallucinating. Links Surprising Scenes in StonePompeii: Breathtaking new paintings found at ancient city (BBC)Archaeologists Reveal Rock Art May Depict People Singing While High (Newsweek)Dances with Zigzags in Toro Muerto, Peru: Geometric Petroglyphs as (Possible) Embodiments of SongsContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

Archaeology is always seen as a field pursuit and for the most part, it is. However the interpretations of archaeology should be accessible to all. Our guests today, Dr. Alessandro Sebastiani and Dr. Laura Morabito presented their thoughts on accessibility in archaeology at the World Archaeology Summit in AlUla, Saudi Arabia in September 2023. They discuss things like 3D reconstruction and VR as tools to bring people to archaeological sites and research without physically bringing them there. Contact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have three fascinating Archaeology news stories! First up, Archaeologists have determined what Roman wine tastes like. Then, a new study looks at the impact of micro plastic contamination on archaeological sites. And finally a unique lynx burial puzzles, well, everyone! Links Segment 1 Archaeologists Have Determined What Ancient Roman Wine Tasted LikeMaking wine in earthenware vessels: a comparative approach to Roman vinificationSegment 2 Microplastics Are Contaminating Ancient Archaeological SitesThe contamination of in situ archaeological remains: A pilot analysis of microplastics in sediment samples using μFTIRSegment 3 1,500-year-old burial of lynx with 4 dogs stacked on it puzzles archaeologistsA fifth- to sixth-century CE lynx (Lynx lynx L., 1758) skeleton from Hungary 2: Stature and archaeological interpretationsContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 interesting archaeology news stories. First up, “curse tablets” were found at a Roman villa in the UK. Then, a 1,000 year old bone ice skate was found at a site in the Czech Republic. And finally, we have a discussion about the length of childhood in humans, and how it evolved to be that way and the somewhat overlooked archaeology of childhood. Links Mysterious ‘curse tablets’ and ‘sophisticated’ paintings found at ancient Roman siteArchaeologists Unearth 1,000-Year-Old Ice Skate Made of Animal Bone in Czech RepublicGrow Slow: Human childhood is uniquely protracted. How did it evolve to be that way and why? - New Scientist FeatureContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we discuss 3 archaeological sites that we visited while in Arizona: Tuzigoot National Monument and Montezuma Castle and Well National Monument. Links Tuzigoot National Park Service pageMontezuma Castle National Park ServiceAmerican Southwest Virtual Museum - Montezuma CastleMontezuma Well National Park Service pageContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comrachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motionhttps://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 interesting archaeology news stories. First, we discuss a new dating technique that researchers in Ukraine are using on early human tools. Then, we head over to Mexico where a construction project has uncovered a uniquely arranged group burial. And finally, we head down to Peru, and the gorgeous city of Cajamarca, where researchers have found the stone circle that was built over 4,000 years ago. Links Archaeologists Just Uncovered The Oldest Evidence of Humans in EuropeEast-to-west human dispersal into Europe 1.4 million years agoTrove of ancient skulls and bones found stacked on top of each other during construction project in MexicoArchaeologists discover mysterious stone circle built before great pyramidsA monumental stone plaza at 4750 B.P. in the Cajamarca Valley of PeruContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

On today’s episode, we interview Dr. Rebecca Foote, the Director of Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Research for the Royal Commission for AlUla in Saudi Arabia (RCU). Rebecca’s current role focuses on executing in-depth archaeological study unique in both geographical size and scale, assessing the rich and complex past of the AlUla region of northwest Saudi Arabia. Dr Foote develops archaeological surveys, excavations and research projects with national and international expert teams to expand understanding of AlUla’s history and prehistory. Links Royal Commission for AlUlaContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

We’ve got three great news stories for you this week. We start with the oldest rock paintings in South America. They might be conveying a message. Next up is a tale of discarded armor from the first capital of Maryland. Finally, we talk about a 10,000 year old wall that was used to hunt reindeer. It’s now under 70 feet of water! Links Segment 1 This Ancient Cave Art Passed Survival Information Across 130 Human Generations in Patagonia, Study SuggestsEarliest directly dated rock art from Patagonia reveals socioecological resilience to mid-Holocene climate (Science Advances)Segment 2 Rare armor unearthed at site of 17th-century fort in MarylandSegment 3 Stone Age Wall Discovered Beneath the Baltic Sea Helped Early Hunters Trap ReindeerResearch Paper: A submerged Stone Age hunting architecture from the Western Baltic SeaContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 fascinating archaeology news stories. First, experimental research has helped researchers determine the function of an ivory baton. Then, we take a look at a newly discovered Roman villa that may have belonged to Pliny the Elder. Finally, Amelia Earhart is back in the news with some new and potentially controversial findings! Links Experiments suggest ancient four-holed ivory baton was used to make rope (Phys.org)Rope making in the Aurignacian of Central Europe more than 35,000 years ago (Science Advances)1st-century villa discovered near Mount Vesuvius may be where Pliny the Elder watched catastrophic eruptionAmelia Earhart's plane may have crashed in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, explorer claims (Live Science)The Earhart Project in a NutshellScientists discover new possible clue in Amelia Earhart mysteryContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comrachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates https://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologypodnetworkfeed

Today Chris talks to the editors of a fascinating new book about animals and their representation and symbolism in ancient Mesoamerica. We talk about things like frogs that soak in water through their bellies and animals wearing clothes…and what that means! Ancient people in this area were very connected to their surroundings and observed everything with amazing clarity. Links Birds and Beasts of Ancient Mesoamerica: Animal Symbolism in the Postclassic PeriodContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comrachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 news stories! First up, a 2,000 year old bog body was found in excellent condition in Ireland. Then, we take a look at the “lost” capital city of Asryria, Assur. Finally, we head back over to Ireland, where a 4,000 year old tomb has been rediscovered. Links Bellaghy bog body: Human remains are 2,000 years oldThe Lost Capital of Ancient AssyriaEveryone Thought This 4,000-Year-Old Tomb Had Been Destroyed. Then, an Archaeologist Found ItContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comrachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motionhttps://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have a couple news stories, and then the story of us! First up, an Iron Age saddle in extremely god condition has been found in Xinjiang in Northwestern China. Next, cave paintings in Spain have been preserved by the unique chemical composition of the cave. And finally, in response to a listener request, we share our story both personally and professionally! Links Ancient Chinese Saddle Surprises Archaeologists (Apple News)Ancient Chinese Saddle Surprises Archaeologists (NatGeo - Paywall)Just How Old Are the Cave Paintings in Spain’s Cova Dones?Contact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we interview two of the editors of the new book Materialization of Time in the Ancient Maya World: Mythic History and Ritual Order, Dr. David Freidel and Dr. Anne Dowd. This volume examines recent research on how the Maya incorporated time into their daily lives through their architecture, writings, and more. Links The Materialization of Time in the Ancient Maya World: Mythic History and Ritual OrderContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 fascinating archaeology news stories! First a children’s cemetery has been discovered in Turkey. Then, new research shows an Egyptian mummy was actually pregnant with twins when she died in childbirth. And finally, a new study shows that a 180 ft chalk carving in an English hillside is likely Hercules. Links A cemetery belonging to 54 children was found during the excavation in the old quarry in Diyarbakır, Türkiye (ArkeoNews)Ancient Egyptian teenager died while giving birth to twins, mummy reveals (Live Science)Archaeologists have made a shocking discovery after a re-examination of a mummified teen mom who died in childbirth (ArkeoNews)Twins found in a Late Dynastic/Coptic Egyptian mummy (Open Access Paper)180-foot early medieval carving of naked bald man with club is probably Hercules, new study suggests (Live Science)Contact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 archaeology news stories from Scandinavia! First, we discuss the oldest ship burial found so far in Norway. Then, a very old sword has been uncovered in Sweden, which belonged to a very tall individual! Finally, we go back to Norway where a very rare Bronze Age gold bracelet was found by a metal detectorist. Links 1,300-Year-Old Ship Burial Unearthed in NorwayMedieval weapon — over 4 feet long — unearthed in town square in Sweden, photos showMetal detectorist stumbles on very rare gold treasure from 2,500 years ago, photos showContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we tackle one of our favorite topics - controversy! Last summer, the team working on the Rising Star Cave site in South Africa released a series of pre-prints making some incredible claims about the pre-human species, Homo Naledi. They were closely followed by the Netflix documentary, Cave of Bones which captured the attention of the public. However, other researchers are pushing back, claiming lack of solid evidence and published peer reviewed research. Join us while we look at both sides of the debate, and let us know where you land! Links Controversial Claims About Homo Naledi Are Stirring Up EvolutionEnigmatic Hominin Seemingly Buried Dead and Carved Symbols 100,000 Years Before Modern HumansUnknown: Cave of Bones - Netflix DocumentaryNo scientific evidence that Homo Naledi buried their dead and produced rock artCave of Bones Explorer’s Club Talk with Dr. Lee Berger241,000 to 335,000 Years Old Rock Engravings Made by Homo naledi in the Rising Star Cave system, South AfricaContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

This week we have 3 interesting archaeology news stories. First up is the reanalysis of skeletal remains in a neolithic mass grave in Spain is creating a different picture of how people interacted in that region. Then, we look at how satellite images have added many more megastructure sites to bronze age Serbia and Slovenia. Finally, we discuss the perishable artifacts that have been preserved by glaciers in Canada, but are now being revealed due to glacial melting. Links 5,000-year-old mass grave of fallen warriors in Spain shows evidence of 'sophisticated' warfareFernández-Crespo, T., Ordoño, J., Etxeberria, F. et al. Large-scale violence in Late Neolithic Western Europe based on expanded skeletal evidence from San Juan ante Portam Latinam. Sci Rep 13, 17103 (2023).New Satellite Images Reveal Europe’s Hidden Bronze Age MegastructuresUniversity College Dublin Statement: UCD archaeology brings to light Europe’s hidden Bronze Age megastructuresMelting Ice in Canada Reveals Ancient ArtifactsMelting ice reveals dozens of 7,000-year-old artifacts in Canada. Take a lookContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

It seems like every week there is an article that says archaeologists are dumbfounded, astounded, or astonished. When that’s not happening we’re rewriting history as we know it. The three articles this week all claim to rewrite history with their claims. Let’s dive in. Links A Prehistoric Pyramid May Have Just Rewritten Human History, Scientists ClaimPseudo-Archaeology Podcast Ep 129 - Gunung Padang Is Not A Pyramid: Does Anyone Double-Check Anything Anymore? Gunung Padang: What Archaeology Really Says.Archaeologists Call Foul on the Purported Discovery of a 27,000-Year-Old PyramidArchaeologists Discover Vast, Complex Prehistoric Society That Rewrites HistorySpanish Bronze Age bling upends archaeological assumptionsContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

Gender and sex today are fluid concepts. Is that because it’s a new idea or because it’s finally something that can come out of the shadows? On today’s episode we look at gender and sex in rock art. We challenge preconceived notions that male shamans are the only ones that created rock art. We also talk about gender representation in rock art. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this podcast head over to: https://www.archpodnet.com/archaeology/243 Rock Art Podcast Contact avram1952@yahoo.com Dr. Alan Garfinkel’s Website Support Dr. Garfinkel on PatreonTAS Contact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1

On this week’s news episode we start with two stories about slavery. The first comes from the discovery of a 2000 year old child’s show found in an Austrian mine. The second is from Ghana and the discovery of Britain’s first slave fort in Africa. Finally, we learn about conclusive evidence of Vikings arriving in the Americas well before Columbus. Links https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/2000-year-old-childs-shoe-found-in-austria-180982946/ https://archaeologymag.com/2023/09/childs-leather-shoe-discovered-in-austria/ https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/dig-reveals-the-roots-of-britains-slave-trade-and-the-bloody-birth-of-the-modern-world-ll5zzbmnnhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-66359512https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/archaeology/a45823574/vikings-in-america-before-columbus-new-discovery/https://www.instagram.com/rodsteradventuresContact chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet https://www.archpodnet.comhttps://www.facebook.com/archpodnethttps://www.twitter.com/archpodnethttps://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAffiliates Motionhttps://www.archpodnet.com/motion https://zen.ai/archaeologyshowfool https://zen.ai/thearchaeologyshow1