EPISODE · Apr 30, 2024 · 48 MIN
S3E13: Why Protecting Cultural Sites is Important
from 90 Miles from Needles: the Desert Protection Podcast · host Chris Clarke
In this revealing episode, we delve into the clandestine underworld of archaeological site looting and cultural vandalism in the Southwest. Our esteemed guests, Shannon Cowell and Dustin Whiting of Archaeology Southwest, shine a light on the often-underreported plundering of ancestral lands and the complex web of issues surrounding heritage justice. Resources: Archaeology Southwest Website: Archaeology Southwest Save History Project: Save History Children's activity book on cultural site preservation: Available for free download on the Save History website. "End Loot Toll-Free Tip Line": 1-833-END-LOOT, for reporting looting incidents and seeking guidance on cultural artifacts. Encounter the full gravity of the ethics, laws, and untold stories threading through our nation's desert heritage by listening to this full episode. Stay engaged with "90 Miles from Needles" to uncover more intriguing topics that resonate deeply with those who cherish the desert and its legacy. Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What this episode covers
Discover the widespread issue of looting and vandalism of archaeological resources in the Southwest US on this episode of 90 Miles from Needles. Shannon Cowell and Dusty Whiting from Archaeology Southwest discuss the impact of these crimes on Native American tribes and the importance of preserving cultural sites.
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