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EPISODE · Jan 6, 2022 · 49 MIN

Cannibalism

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It’s a macabre topic to discuss, but also one that has fascinated people for generations. So what has archaeology revealed about cannibalism among prehistoric societies? And if cannibalism does seem to have been practised among certain groups, then why? Appalachian State University’s Dr Marc Kissel dialled in from North Carolina to talk us through several cases of potential cannibalism in prehistory, from Neanderthals to the Neolithic. Marc’s Twitter: @MarcKissel Order Tristan’s book today: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Perdiccas-Years-323-Alexanders-Successors/dp/1526775115/ref=zg_bsnr_271237_68/260-7675295-7826601?pd_rd_i=1526775115&psc=1 While you’re here, don’t forget to leave us a rating and review. For more ancient content, subscribe to our Ancient History Thursday newsletter here. If you'd like to learn even more, we have hundreds of history documentaries, ad free podcasts and audiobooks at History Hit - subscribe today! To download, go to the Android or Apple store Music: Ancient Secrets - Storyblocks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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