060: Reservation Archaeology with Richard Carrico (Part 1)

In Part 1 of this interview, I speak with archeologist Richard Carrico, a prominent expert on the Native peoples of California, especially those in the San Diego area. Carrico shares his intriguing journey into archaeology, beginning with his service in the U.S. Army and a twist of fate that led him to discover his passion for archaeological studies. Richard details his educational path and various pivotal excavations, including working on the Presidio of San Diego and the Bancroft Ranch House. Carrico emphasizes the importance of understanding Native cultures, highlighting his ethnographic studies and collaboration with the Kumeyaay people of Southern California. This episode is a rich exploration of historical archaeology and the stories that shape our understanding of Native Californian history.Richard's book: Strangers in a Stolen Land: Indians of San Diego County from Prehistory to the New Deal00:29 Introduction to Richard Carrico01:18 Richard's Journey into Archaeology02:35 Early Career and Mentorship05:01 Professional Growth and Historic Archaeology07:25 Transition to Commercial Archaeology09:45 Balancing Academic and Commercial Work17:59 Focus on Kumeyaay People and Ethnography26:02 Challenges and Diplomatic SkillsSend a Comment.Support the showGive a one-time donationLearn more about the California Frontier Project:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookContact:[email protected]