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ArchaeoAnimals
by The Archaeology Podcast Network
This is a show about the connection between animals and humans in the past. Our experts, Alex Fitzpatrick and Simona Falanga will guide you through the interesting world of Zooarchaeology.
Episodes
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The Zooarchaeology of ArchaeoAnimals - Ep 65
In this final episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona look back to over five years of podcasting about the archaeology of animal remains. From the very beginnings, to some of the running themes, recurring characters and inside jokes, this episode is an introspective journey into…
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Cute Animals Galore! - Ep 64
From quokkas to otters, we have selected some of the most endearing animals on the planet to bring you the ‘Cutest Case Studies of All Time’. Tune in to learn more about the anatomy and zooarchaeologies of the cutest of creatures. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to...
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The Zooarchaeology of Predator - Ep 63
Join us for this year’s Halloween episode where we discuss the zooarchaeology of the Predator franchise. From Hellhounds to Feral Predators, join us on a journey through 36 years of concept art and creature design of one of pop culture’s most beloved franchises. Transcripts For rough transcripts…
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The Creatures of Medieval Maps and Bestiaries - Ep 62
Join us on a journey through the mystical world of medieval maps and bestiaries. We will cover a selection of creatures real and imagined, their portrayal in the medieval period and how they informed people’s perceptions of said creatures. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to...
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Lactose Intolerants Beware! The Zooarchaeology of Dairy - Ep 61
In this episode we discuss all things dairy. Tune in to learn more about how several archaeology sub-disciplines come together to provide evidence for dairy production and consumption in the past. Also some interesting bog butter theories. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to...
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Ancient Crafts and Gross Stuff: Experimental Zooarchaeology - Ep 60
Join us as we delve into experimental archaeology through the lenses of zooarchaeology. How can replicating objects or activities from the archaeological record help us understand animal exploitation in the past? Tune in to find out more! Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to...
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Elephant or Cyclops? The Mistaken Identity of Animal Bones - Ep 59
From dragons, to unicorns and Divine Chickens, this episode is all about mythological creatures and how they may (or may not) have been inspired by fossilised remains of extinct species. Our friend Pliny the Elder makes an appearance once again, along with a peculiar extinct giraffe species....
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From the Frontlines to the Trenches - Ep 58
Join us as we embark on another listener-requested episode topic, this time all about the zooarchaeology of animals used in warfare. From fiery pigs to Hannibal’s infamous elephants, we take a look at how animals from around the world have been integral to military operations from prehistory to...
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The Zooarchaeology of Star Wars - Ep 57
Episode II: Attack of the Alex This episode, Alex and Simona dive back into the Star Wars universe and discuss the skeletal anatomy of a variety of creatures from both the canon lore and legends. Tune in to learn more about the possible ecology and anatomy of creatures such as the Krayt Dragon…
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Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction - What is it and What Does it Do? - Ep 56
This episode brings together episodes 53 to 55 as the unexpected finale of a ‘secret miniseries’ on how zooarchaeology can be used to reconstruct palaeoenvironments in conjunction with other archaeological subdisciplines. But how can the presence or absence of a given toad species infer on past...
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Of Mice and Rats (and All Manners of Voles) - Ep 55
This episode of ArchaeoAnimals is about all creatures small and smaller! Tune in to learn more about small rodents and insectivores and their importance for reconstructing palaeoenvironments, characterising human-animal interactions, as well as their slow but inevitable spread through the near...
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Scales and Tails: Reptiles in Archaeology - Ep 54
In this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona explore the Land of Reptilia. From the humble Grass Snake to the mighty Nile Crocodile, tune in to learn more about reptile remains in archaeology around the world. Transcripts For rough transcripts of this episode go to...
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On Frog-Toads and Other Amphibian Dilemmas - Ep 53
In this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, take a journey into the world of amphibians with us. Witness the latest of Alex’s hot archaeology takes, discover the unbelievable cuteness of the axolotl and why amphibian remains are so crucial to the reconstruction of past environments. Transcripts For rough...
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Xenomorph Archaeology - Ep 52
In this belated spooky episode, we untangle the web that is xenomorph anatomy, the creatures from the popular Alien franchise. Listen in for tales of stress inducing videogame sessions, what a dog xenomorph looks like, and in-depth analysis of the role of the facehugger in the xenomorph life…
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Fine, Let's Rank Our Favourite Animal Bones - Ep 51
In this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona put their party hats on to discuss their favourite animal bones as a (slightly belated) celebration of the first 50 episodes of the podcast! Interested in sponsoring this show or podcast ads for your business? Zencastr makes it really easy! Click...
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Where in the World? Part Six: The Zooarchaeology of Antarctica - Ep 50
Welcome to the final episode of our miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. This episode is centred around Antarctica, focusing on the natural history and anatomy of the most prominent wild and domesticated species found throughout the continent. Tune in to learn about...
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Where in the World? Part Five: The Zooarchaeology of Oceania - Animals 49
Welcome to episode three of a miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. Join us on a journey to Oceania as we learn about the natural history and anatomy of the most prominent wild and domesticated species found in the area. Tune in to learn more about creatures such as...
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Where in the World? Part Four: The Zooarchaeology of Asia - Ep 48
RE-POST: Sorry for the duplicate episode. Had to post a correction! Ignore if you've already heard Ep 48. Welcome to episode three of a miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. This episode is centred around Asian zooarchaeology, focusing on the natural history and...
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Where in the World? Part Three: The Zooarchaeology of the Americas - Ep 47
Welcome to episode three of a miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. This episode is centered around American zooarchaeology, focusing on the natural history and anatomy of the most prominent wild and domesticated species found throughout North and South America. Tune...
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Where in the World? Part Two: The Zooarchaeology of Africa - Ep 46
Welcome to episode two of a miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. This episode is centred around African zooarchaeology, focusing on the natural history and anatomy of the most prominent wild and domesticated species. Find out more about African Giant Rats, how loud...
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Where in the World? Part One: The Zooarchaeology of Europe - Ep 45
Welcome to episode one of a miniseries focusing on the zooarchaeology of various world regions. This episode is centred around European zooarchaeology, focusing on the natural history and anatomy of the most prominent wild and domesticated species. Tune in for curious animal introductions,...
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Contemporary Zoorchaeology - What's in your Rubbish Bin? - Ep 44
On this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona delve into contemporary archaeology. What can our household rubbish tell us about our food consumption habits? How do today’s selection of species and butchering techniques compare to those of the past? Interested in learning about how to use...
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The Zooarchaeology of Myth & Legends (Part Two) - Ep 43
This is part two of a miniseries on the zooarchaeology of mythological creatures. Learn more about the anatomy of creatures such as the Minotaur and Cerberus, but most importantly, how a centaur would wear trousers. Start your own podcast with Zencastr and get 30% off your first three months with...
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The Hitchhikers: the animals we didn't really want to take with us but life, uh, finds a way (ARCHIVE) - Ep 42
What do the black rat and the grain weevil have in common? Learn more about the species mankind has ‘accidentally’ introduced, many now regarded as pests. Discover enchanting creatures such as the killer shrimp, and a beetle’s favourite past time. Start your own podcast with Zencastr and get 30%...
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The Zooarchaeology of Myth & Legends (Part One) - Ep 41
Welcome to part 1 of our mini series covering the zooarchaeology of mythology and folklore. In this instalment, Alex and Simona discuss the weird and wonderful creatures of Norse mythology and what their skeletons may have looked like. Also Loki’s pranks, Jörmungandr rightfully getting irate at...
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"Player One Needs Food Badly" - The Zooarchaeology of Video Game Cuisine - Ep 40
On this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Simona and Alex are heading back into the world of video games - this time all about the culinary archaeology of popular video games. Learn more about what the rubbish pits of games such as The Witcher and Dragon Age would look like; also endless Skyrim quotes…
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Time Warped! Part Five - The Zooarchaeology of the Medieval Period - Ep 39
On the last instalment of the ‘Time Warped’ miniseries, Alex and Simona discuss animal exploitation in the Medieval period. Also ineffective door-to-door Beaker salesmen, snail-riding cats and confusing cave site stratigraphy. Links...
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Time Warped! Part Four: The Zooarchaeology of the Post Roman Period - Ep 38
In this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona delve into the zooarchaeology of the post Roman period. Learn more about exquisitely carved combs, antler pottery stamps and very courageous sheep. Links JORVIK Viking Centre - a must see attraction in York Stanley West, 1985. 'West Stow, the...
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Time Warped! Part Three: The Zooarchaeology of Roman Britain - Ep 37
In this third instalment of the ‘Time Warped’ miniseries, Alex and Simona discuss all things Roman: follow us on a journey into the highly varied Romano-British period. Bibliography…
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Time Warped! Part Two: The Zooarchaeology of the Later Prehistoric - Ep 36
This is episode part 2 of our ‘Time Warped’ miniseries, covering the zooarchaeology of Britain across time. The instalment covers what is known as the Later Prehistoric Period, which spans from the Late Bronze Age to the Roman conquest. This episode’s case studies are Flag Fen and Carn Euny.…
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Time Warped! Part One: The Zooarchaeology of the Early Prehistoric - Ep 35
This month we start a new 5 part mini series covering zooarchaeoogy through time. This episode focuses on the early prehistoric period (Palaeolithic - Early Bronze Age), where we’ll se the shift from hunting to farming and domestication. This episode’s case studies are Covesea Caves and Star…
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Gotta Dig 'Em All! The Zooarchaeology of Pokemon - Ep 34
Following a listener’s request, this month’s episode is all about the skeletal morphology of Pokemon. Learn more about oviparous ghosts, witness Simona’s confusion at the concept, and entertain the idea that Gyrados is actually Jörmungandr. Links Bulbugarden Sword and Shield Fossil Pokemon 12...
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Eagle Eyed Zooarchaeology - Looking at the Digital Animals in Assassin's Creed - Ep 33
This month’s episode focuses on the creatures of the Assassin's Creed franchise. Unlike our previous video game episodes, where we reconstruct the morphology of fantasy creatures, we will explore the depiction of extant and extinct fauna in the historical reconstructions which form the basis of...
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A Little Bit of Zooarch, a Little Bit of Palaeontology...Let's Talk Megafauna and Extinct Species - Ep 32
Picture a world where dormice are the size of cats and hyenas roamed around Europe: welcome to the Pleistocene! Upon suggestion from one of our listeners, we explore the time period where zooarchaeology and palaeontology overlap. Bibliography Palombo, M.R. (2001). Endemic elephants of the...
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Swooping is Bad, Bones are Better: The Zooarchaeology of Dragon Age - Ep 31
Join us on the latest part of our imagined videogame zooarchaeology series! Following popular demand, this episode is all about Bioware’s Dragon Age and its weird and wonderful creatures. Learn more about battle nugs, gibbering horrors and the Dragon Age version of ‘ritual’: it’s magic!! Sources...
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The Hitchhikers: the animals we didn't really want to take with us but life, uh, finds a way - Ep 30
What do the black rat and the grain weevil have in common? Learn more about the species mankind has ‘accidentally’ introduced, many now regarded as pests. Discover enchanting creatures such as the killer shrimp, and a beetle’s favourite past time. Links and References Invasive Non-Native Species...
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I'm Commander Shephard and This Is My Favourite Bone on the Citadel: The Zooarchaeology of Mass Effect - Ep 29
Space hamsters and shifty looking cows: Tristan joins Alex and Simona to discuss the zooarchaeology of Mass Effect creatures. Links BioWare (2007) Mass Effect BioWare (2010) Mass Effect 2 BioWare (2012) Mass Effect 3 BioWare (2017) Mass Effect: Andromeda Mass Effect Fandom Site Bones in Space…
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So You Want to be a Zooarchaeologist? - Ep 28
Interested in becoming a zooarchaeologist? Alex and Simona discuss how to get into zooarchaeology and their personal experiences within the discipline. Links New Evidence of Early Horse Domestication Albarella, U., Rizzetto, M., and Russ. H. (2017) The Oxford Handbook of Zooarchaeology. Oxford...
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You're not supposed to be here! 'Exotic' species in the archaeological record - Episode 27
On this month’s episode, Alex and Simona were meant to discuss non-native species in the archaeological record. What actually happened is a mix of exotic pets, headphone-wearing animals and helpful ancient Roman advice. Links...
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Bioarchaeology in the Witcher - Ep 26
Alex and Simona go back into archaeogaming with a new episode focusing on bioarchaeology in the popular video game franchise The Witcher (originally a book series and now also a tv show). They will follow the story’s protagonist, Geralt of Rivia, and his ability to carry out osteological analyses...
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Culinary Zooarchaeology - Ep 25
In this episode, Alex and Simona will be tackling culinary zooarchaeology. Listen on to find out more about how to identify food preparation in the archaeological record, ancient BBQs and interpreting archaeological rubbish. Links Besherer Metheny, K. and Beaudry, M.C. (2015) Archaeology of Food:...
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Unicorns, Sasquatches, and Mermaids, Oh My! Cryptozoology and Fake Zooarchaeology - Ep 24
On this episode of ArchaeoAnimals, Alex and Simona delve back into the world of cryptids, with three new case studies on unicorns, mermaids and sasquatches. Links https://www.theguardian.com/science/2016/mar/29/siberian-unicorn-extinct-humans-fossil-kazakhstan...
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Applied zooarchaeology: primitive breeds today - Ep 23
In this episode, Alex and Simona tackle the field of applied zooarchaeology. Learn more about how zooarchaeological data sets can be applied to conservation science, as well as discovering a range of (incredibly cute) archaic breeds of domesticates still around today. Links...
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Sick to Death? Pathologies and Animal Bones - Ep 22
In this episode, Simona and Alex tackle palaeopathology. Listen on for how to identify signs of injury and disease in archaeological skeletal remains and what these can tell us about human-animal interactions in the past. Also Roman Pugs. Links Bartosiewicz, L. and Gal, E. (2013) "Shuffling Nags...
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Ancient goddesses, eggs and bunny rabbits: The Zooarchaeology of Lagomorphs - Ep 21
It is ‘the season’ so this month’s episode of ArchaeoAnimals is all about rabbits and hares! Join us to find out more about self-explanatory taxonomy, medieval rabbit hutches and what does all this have to do with Easter. Bibliography Hillson, S (2005) Teeth, 2nd ed. Cambridge Manuals in...
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Birds of a Feather... - Ep 20
In this months episode, Alex and Simona talk about all things birds. Find out more about identifying avian remains, how we can use birds to reconstruct past environments and how humans have lived alongside them for millennia. Links Cohen, A. and Serjeantson, D. (1986) "A Manual for the...
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Does Zooarchaeology Exist in Star Wars? - Ep 19
While Simona is away, Alex will play...and spend an entire episode flaunting her Star Wars knowledge. Does zooarchaeology exist in the Star Wars universe? And how can we somehow involve Baby Yoda in this conversation? Tune in to find out! Further Reading Wookiepedia:...
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Alpaca llama: adventures with South American Camelids - Ep 18
On this month’s episode, Alex and Simona take a trip across the pond to explore the ancient lives of Llamas and Alpacas. Links https://shadyufo.tumblr.com/post/165100306068/what-are-the-differences-between-llama-and-alpaca http://www.bradshawfoundation.com/bolivia/calacala.php...
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Holidays and Feasting in the Archaeological Record - Ep 17
On this ‘holiday special’, Alex and Simona once again push their endurance to the limit by talking about food before dinner-time. Tune in to learn more about feasting in the archaeological record, and why it is not all that different from present day feasting. To demonstrate this, our hosts...
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Desert Pack Animals: Introducing Donkeys and Camels! - Ep 16
This episode, Alex and Simona take the road less traveled and explore two staple desert pack animals: donkeys and camels! From extravagant pets to Sicilian carts, learn more about these two beasts of burden in the archaeological record and present day. Sources Fagan, B. (2015) The Intimate Bond:...
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