Archaeology Books for Fun

Can satellites really find lost Viking settlements? In this episode of Archaeology Books for Fun, archaeologists Barbara and Tristan dig into "Archaeology from Space" by Sarah Parcak, following her satellite search for Norse sites along the coast of North America and Newfoundland. They unpack how buried turf longhouses reveal themselves from orbit through subtle changes in vegetation, why North American archaeology is worlds apart from Egyptology, and how a dig that "fails" can still be a scientific win.A must-listen for anyone curious about space archaeology, satellite remote sensing, and the Norse exploration of the Americas.WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:- Hunting lost Norse (Viking) settlements in Newfoundland and along the North American coast with satellite imagery and remote sensing, and why real archaeology is about everyday life, not gold or "lost cities"- How buried turf longhouses and their outbuildings appear from space as faint vegetation and soil marks, plus pareidolia: the trap of "seeing" structures that aren't there ("a needle in a haystack made of needles")- A what-archaeologists-actually-think moment: why a dig with no blockbuster find still counts as science, testing the method and gathering negative data is real progress (with a clarification that the book was not suggesting Vikings were vegetarians)- Regional connection: Barbara and Tristan weighing the book's claims about fieldwork hardship against the reality of North American and Florida field conditionsABOUT THE BOOK:"Archaeology from Space: How the Future Shapes Our Past" by Dr. Sarah Parcak. Parcak is a pioneer of satellite archaeology who wrote the first textbook on the subject, a National Geographic Explorer, and a professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She is the 2016 TED Prize winner and founder of GlobalXplorer°, a citizen-science platform that invites anyone to help spot potential archaeological sites in satellite imagery. RESOURCES & LINKS:- Part 1 of our Archaeology from Space series: "Space Archaeology Found 18,000 Hidden Sites" - https://youtu.be/-0QkJZfJBf4- GlobalXplorer° - Parcak's citizen-science satellite archaeology platform: https://www.globalxplorer.org- L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site (Parks Canada) - the first known Viking site in North America: https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/nl/meadows- Support the show: https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #ArchaeologyFromSpace #Vikings

In this episode of Archaeology Books for Fun, archaeologists Barbara and Tristan kick off their discussion of "Archaeology from Space" by Sarah Parcak, exploring how satellite imagery and remote sensing technology are transforming the way archaeologists find and study sites around the world. From Cold War spy satellites declassified in 1995 to a study estimating 18,000 unrecorded pre-Columbian sites in the Amazon basin, this episode is essential listening for anyone interested in spacearchaeology, remote sensing, and the future of archaeological discovery.____WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE- How satellite imagery is used to identify archaeological sites, and why it's only the first step before ground truthing- The origins of space archaeology, from WWI aerial balloons to Cold War spy satellites to modern sub-meter resolution imagery- What archaeologists actually think about the "space archaeology" label; and why Barbara's friend had a point about GPS- How the technology connects to everyday CRM and regional archaeology work, including a Leon County GIS example____ABOUT THE BOOK"Archaeology from Space" by Sarah Parcak introduces readers to the field of satellite remote sensing in archaeology. Parcak is an Egyptologist and NASA-funded researcher who has been credited with identifying thousands of potential archaeological sites from space and has spoken widely about the technology's potential to revolutionize the field.____RESOURCES & LINKS:- Leon County GIS mapping tool: https://www.leoncountyfl.gov/gis- Support the show: https://www.fpan.us/give/#SpaceArchaeology #RemoteSensing #ArchaeologyBooksForFun

This is the finale of Mary Anna Evans' archaeology-themed murder mystery "Relics", and the last stretch is pure chaos with answers, motives, and a whole lot of running for your life.In this episode, Barbara and Tristan wrap up the story with the final reveals, the fallout from the forgery scheme, and the motives behind what’s been happening in (and around) the dig. Even with all of this, we still make time to talk about real-world archaeology along the way.Next up, we’re starting a new book: "Archaeology from Space: How the Future Shapes the Past" by Sarah Parcak.___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #murdermystery #mysterynovel

This episode pulls back the curtain on an artifact forgery scheme in "Relics: A Faye Longchamp Mystery" by Mary Anna Evans; and suddenly a lot of earlier “weird stuff” starts to make sense.Barbara and Tristan unpack another mysterious death, a forgery ring moving fake antiquities, and a little relationship drama. Was it murder? Who’s behind the fakes? And has Joe finally found love?___Episode 1 of "Relics"https://youtu.be/XzFBWgl7jvI___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #murdermystery #bookclub

Destroying an artifact will do it, especially on an archaeological dig.In this episode, Barbara and Tristan continue "Relics" by Mary Anna Evans (Ch. 11–13), an archaeology-themed murder mystery. The mystery keeps building, the fieldwork drama escalates, and we break down the real-world archaeology and crew dynamics behind what’s happening on the page; all while puzzling our way through a story with genuinely fun characters.____Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #murdermystery #bookclub

Was it a murder, or an accident? In part 2 (Ch. 6-10) of Mary Anna Evans' archaeology murder mystery "Relics" kicks off the mystery, while still giving Barbara and Tristan plenty of archaeology to dig into along the way.After a near-disaster of a date and a deadly bunkhouse fire, Faye finds yet another disaster in the “excavation” work done so far.____Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/

"Relics" by Mary Anna Evans is an archaeology-themed murder mystery, and we’re reading Chapters 1-5.What do “buffalo wallows” have to do with archaeology? Unfortunately… more than they should in this episode. We're kicking off the archaeology-themed murder mystery "Relics" by Mary Anna Evans (Ch. 1–5) and, even though nobody dies (yet), an archaeological site has still been murdered.Archaeologists Barbara and Tristan talk about why no excavation should ever be described as a “buffalo wallow,” a few modern trends in community archaeology, and the realities of working under an archaeologist who shouldn’t be making decisions. The early mystery setup had us so hooked we briefly forgot we’re reading a murder mystery.In part 2, we’ll continue the story and see what kind of “murder” shows up first.___Catch up on the first book:"Artifacts" Episode 1: https://youtu.be/TZro0WllkrU____Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #murdermystery #archaeology #bookpodcast

Ancient horse history and archaeology: how horses spread across the ancient world, by sea to Japan, the Americas, Australasia, and even (briefly) Antarctica.With one boat, one horse, two rowers. Not the most efficient, but it was the best choice at the time.In this final Hoof Beats episode, Barbara and Tristan bring the story of humans and horses to the present. We cover how horses reached every continent, how different cultures adopted and adapted them, the huge cultural impacts, and Indigenous horse cultures in the Americas and Australasia. We also look at how steam power and later gas-powered transport reshaped horses’ roles.Next up: Mary Anna Evans’ Relics. Support the show: https://www.fpan.us/give/

How do you go from chariots to horseback riding? Archaeologists Barbara and Tristan explore what archaeology says about early horse riding, the development of bridles and other riding gear, and how horses reshaped power in the ancient world.And then there’s the weird, awkward transition stage: ancient Assyrian art shows two horses tethered together with a rider on each, one steering and one fighting. A truly wild way to learn to ride.____Stingray Tom's Florida episode on ancient mounds and middens:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KD-Y-N5kNN4____Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #horsehistory #horseriding

Why were ancient horses so difficult to domesticate? Archaeologists Barbara and Tristan explore what archaeology reveals about horse domestication, why it took so long to happen, and how these fast, high-strung animals shaped early human societies.Long before riding was common, horses were hitched to carts, literally putting the cart before the horse. What does that struggle tell us about ancient technology, transport, and adaptation?___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #ancienthistory #horsehistory

Did you know that ancient horses had toes? In this episode, Barbara learns all about them, and is not entirely comfortable with the idea.We’re kicking off a new book focused on the long relationship between horses and humans. We talk about how horses evolved, what early horses were like during the Ice Age, and what those first encounters between humans and horses may have looked like (and why they didn’t go especially well for the horses).___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #ancientworld #equine #horsehistory #iceage

What is public archaeology, anyway? If we’re not digging in the dirt every day, what do public archaeologists actually do?In this short, conversational episode, we talk about our work in public archaeology, from cemetery conferences to 3D printing to journaling, we reflect on what we’re excited about in the year ahead.This episode is a little different from our usual format. Next time, we’ll kick off our first discussion of "Hoof Beats: How Horses Shaped Human History" by William T. Taylor. Barbara is a big fan of horses, so you won’t want to miss it!___StingrayTom's Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@StingrayTomsFloridaHis video on the Battle of Olusteehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oor7u8SJC7Q___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #publicarchaeology #archaeologypodcast #cemetery

Giant stone heads. Nomadic empires. Arctic survival. And a mysterious Bronze Age calendar.In this episode, we explore five more overlooked ancient cultures: the Olmec, Scythians, Thule Inuit, Únětice, and Xiongnu, and what they reveal about power, belief, and innovation in the ancient world.___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #historypodcast #olmec #archaeology #ancientworld #ancientcivilizations

This episode features five ancient cultures: the Moche and Nok, known for their striking portraiture; the Mississippians and Nubians, famous for their pyramids and monumental architecture; and the Nabateans, who carved out their own distinct legacy in the rock-cut city of Petra.We’re especially excited to revisit the Mississippians and Moche, two cultures that featured in earlier episodes, and to explore the Nok, Nubians, and Nabateans for the first time!___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #ancientcivilisations #ancientworld #pyramids #archaeology #podcast

We’re back with five more ancient cultures that don’t always get the spotlight, the Indus Valley, Lapita, Jōmon, Marajoara, and Minoans. The influence of these societies stretched across continents and left behind clues about everything from trade routes to foodways.We once again get excited about ancient sewage and plumbing, systems that were absolutely essential to keeping ancient citizens healthy. Join us as we explore pottery, architecture, and (yes) indoor plumbing in all its unglamorous glory.Book: “The Other Ancient Civilisations” by Raven Todd Da Silva___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#ArchaeologyBooksForFun #ancienthistory #ancientcivilizations #indusvalleycivilization #minoancivilization #hiddenhistory

From horses and chariots to sewers and city-states, we’re diving into five fascinating, lesser-known ancient cultures.We’re kicking off "The Other Ancient Civilisations" by Raven Todd Da Silva (aka Dig it with Raven)! In this episode, we shine a light on: the Akkadians, Dilmun, Etruscans, Great Zimbabwe, and the Hittites.Whether you're new to these civilizations or brushing up, you won't want to miss it!___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#ArchaeologyBooksForFun #horse #ancienthistory #ancientcivilizations #hittite

In our second episode on Luna the Cat, we sit down with the authors themselves! We chat about the book, how it’s been received, and the real land-based and underwater archaeology that inspired it. If you’ve enjoyed the story so far, you won’t want to miss this one.Next month: We're starting The Other Ancient Civilizations by Raven Todd Da Silva (aka Dig it with Raven). We can't wait to get started on this one!___We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads! Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/#ArchaeologyBooksForFun #UnderwaterArchaeology #CatHistory #Pensacola #TalesFromTheTrowel

Cats, shipwrecks, and a historical journey.We’re kicking off a new book: Luna the Cat, a children’s chapter book packed with archaeology, adventure, and (of course) cats.A kids’ book with real history, real archaeology… and real cat energy. We talk about what works, what surprises us, and why it’s a great intro to real history for young readers.Plus, don’t miss next episode! We’ll be joined by one of the authors (and our friend) to hear how the book came to life.___NEW! We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads!Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Support the show!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeologybooksforfun #cat #florida #archaeology #kidsbooks

We’re wrapping up "Finders Keepers," a book with big ideas that just didn’t land. In this episode, we explore why such a promising concept didn’t quite work, and we dig into what archaeology is really like compared to how the author seems to see it. It’s been a ride... but we’re ready for the next book.Up next: "Luna the Cat"! A children’s chapter book by our friends and colleagues Michael Thomin and Nicole Grinnan. It tells the story of Spain’s first attempt to settle North America through the eyes of a curious feline. A breath of fresh air, and maybe an author interview too!___NEW! We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads!Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Want to support the show?Donate here: https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #archaeology #museum

We’re back with the next segment of "Finders Keepers", and the emotional roller coaster continues.This section takes us deep into salvage archaeology, artifact hoarding, and the complicated roles museums play in the story of cultural heritage. There are moments that moved us, and moments that made us want to throw the book (but it's on a Kindle, so we can't).Spoiler: someone cries. We mostly hold it together.___NEW! We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads!Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Want to support the show?Donate here: https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #archaeology #hoarder

In our second dive into Finders Keepers, we’re back in the wretched world of the antiquities black market. Also, we get to hear what the author really thinks about archaeology.Give it a listen and tell us where you land: amused, intrigued, or annoyed (like Barbara)?___This episode overlaps a lot with Stealing History, so if you haven’t already, check out those episodes too!http://bit.ly/4oAAalA___NEW! We’re now on Goodreads, Instagram, and Threads!Follow us for episode updates, book thoughts, archaeology memes, and more:Goodreads: http://bit.ly/45icsTKInstagram: http://bit.ly/4oUTESrThreads: http://bit.ly/45QFc66___Want to support the show?Donate here: https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #archaeology

We hate it. We love it. Barbara wants to throw it in a dig pit and walk away. Tristan’s still trying to decide if it’s genius or garbage.This week, we crack open "Finders Keepers" a book full of wild ideas about archaeology that leave us both intrigued and slightly yelling into the mic. Come laugh (or rage) with us as we try to figure out what on earth we just read.___📸 New Instagram!We’ve launched a new Instagram just for the podcast! Follow for episode updates, book picks, and behind-the-scenes chaos.https://www.instagram.com/archaeologybooksforfun/___💛 Want to support the show?Donate here: https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #finderskeepers #archaeology

We’re wrapping up "Ancient Brews" with a taste of South American traditions: chocolate drinks made from cacao and fermented chicha corn beer! Both were central to cultures across Central and South America, so what can archaeology tell us about their meaning and use?Next time, we dig into "Finders Keepers: A Tale of Archaeological Plunder and Obsession". Reviews are mixed… so come see what we uncover!*Help us out!*Please take a moment to fill out our short listener survey (linked below). You don’t need to be a regular listener, feel free to share it with friends and family too!https://bit.ly/4nqCUBy___Here's a link to the report by Rosemary Joyce and John Henderson referenced in the episode.https://bit.ly/4kkYfcJ___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #chocolate #chicha #dogfishhead

As we continue our journey through Ancient Brews, we explore beverages once enjoyed by the Scorpion Kings of Egypt, the Etruscans, and even the Vikings! It's a story that spans five millennia, filled with flavor, history, and unexpected connections across time.Crack open this episode and drink in the history!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/#podcast #archaeologybooksforfun #dogfishhead #scorpionking

Join us as we crack open a brand-new book—Ancient Brews: Rediscovered and Re-Created by Patrick McGovern!McGovern, a biomolecular archaeologist, takes readers on a journey through time as he analyzes ancient beverages from around the world. Using chemistry, archaeology, and a little bit of guesswork, he partners with Dogfish Head Brewery to recreate these drinks in the modern day as part of their Ancient Ales series.In this episode, we explore the science behind the process and the fascinating stories behind two standout brews: Midas Touch and Chateau Jiahu. Archaeology, science, and beer—what more could you want?____Want to support the podcast? You can donate here:🔗 https://www.fpan.us/give/#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #dogfishhead #brewery #AncientAles

In this episode, we wrap up The Nine Lives of Florida’s Famous Key Marco Cat with the story behind the cat’s discovery and the entertaining feud between the Penn Museum and the Smithsonian over who gets to keep it.From its moment in the archaeological spotlight to traveling the world in exhibitions, the Key Marco Cat has led quite a few adventurous lives—before finally returning (temporarily) home to the Marco Island Historical Museum in Florida. ____Please note: The cat is only on display at the Marco Island Historical Museum for the next year—so if you want to see it in person, now's your chance!Can’t make the trip? Explore this incredible 3D model from the Smithsonian:🔗 https://3d.si.edu/object/3d/statuette-mountain-lion-or-panther-man-god-key-marco-cat%3A9868cadc-d331-4b13-9864-a1740df6e47f____Next week’s book: Ancient Brews: Rediscovered and Re-created by Patrick E. McGovern — get ready for some ancient alcohol adventures!____Want to support the podcast? You can donate here:🔗 https://www.fpan.us/give/#ArchaeologyBooksForFun #Podcast #KeyMarcoCat #MarcoIsland #FloridaArchaeology #MuseumLife #Smithsonian3D

New Episode! New Book! This time, we're diving into "The Nine Lives of Florida's Famous Key Marco Cat". This 6-inch figurine—part cat (maybe), part man (maybe), part mystery (definitely)—is so iconic that it’s Florida’s official state artifact! Yet, despite its fame, so much about it remains unknown. How can such a small cat raise such big questions? Tune in to find out! Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below! https://www.fpan.us/give/ ____ Smithsonian's Model: https://3d.si.edu/object/3d/statuette-mountain-lion-or-panther-man-god-key-marco-cat%3A9868cadc-d331-4b13-9864-a1740df6e47f ____ #archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #archaeology #FloridaArchaeolgoyMonth#marcoisland #KeyMarcoCat

Here it is—the actual final episode of "The Lost City of the Monkey God"!After several episodes of critiques, we felt we owed it to you, dear listeners, to seek out other perspectives on the book. So, what did we find? Did new insights change our minds? Was the book redeemed in the end?Tune in to find out!Our next book will be "The Nine Lives of Florida's Famous Key Marco Cat" by Austin J. Bell. This looks like a fun read!Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___Article Links “Did you even talk to the locals?”by Peter Stantonhttps://peterwstanton.medium.com/did-you-even-talk-to-the-locals-551a1805e2bcReview of "Lost City of the Monkey God"https://www.jasoncolavito.com/blog/review-of-lost-city-of-the-monkey-god-by-douglas-preston"The Lost City That’s Not Lost, Not a City, and Doesn’t Need to Be Discovered" by Chris Begleyhttps://www.sapiens.org/archaeology/la-ciudad-blanca-indigenous-collaboration/"Did a Recent Expedition Really Discover a “Lost City” in Honduras?" by Laura Clarkhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/did-recent-expedition-really-discover-lost-city-honduras-180954559/"Letter from International Scholars: Archaeological Finds in Honduras"https://realhonduranarchaeology.wordpress.com/letter-from-international-scholars-archaeological-finds-in-honduras-2/Chris Begley’s website about the Mosquitia region.https://archaeomosquitia.wordpress.com/____Thumbnail image is partially generated by ChatGPT.#archaeologybooksforfun #podcast #bookreview

This is it—the conclusion to the challenging journey that has been this book!In this final episode, the expedition members are struck by a mysterious malady. Is it the curse of the "lost" city? Or just the result of spending a week in the jungle?For those who’ve been following along, it won’t come as a surprise that the book doesn’t redeem itself in the end. While it’s been a tough read, it’s certainly given us plenty to talk about!Tune in to hear our final thoughts and wrap-up!__Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/__#archaeology #podcast #archaeologybooksforfun

November has been intense, so we weren’t able to finish The Lost City of the Monkey God this month. But don’t worry—we’ve got something special for you instead!In this episode, we share our recent conference trip to Colonial Williamsburg. Both of us visited this historic interpretive town as kids, but this time, we approached it with the eyes of an archaeologist and an interpreter.How does it hold up? Is it still worth a visit? Tune in to hear our thoughts!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/____#ArchaeologyBooksForFun #ColonialWilliamsburg #HistoricSites #Archaeology #LivingHistory #PodcastEpisode #WorthAVisit

In this episode, we dive into part two of "The Lost City of the Monkey God".The team assembles and embarks on an expedition to the jungles of the Mosquitia region in Honduras to "discover" a "lost" city. Facing swarms of hungry insects and encounters with deadly snakes, they set out to confirm the site they identified using LiDAR.Last time, we had a few critiques. Will the book redeem itself? Tune in to find out!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___"The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas PrestonWant to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!www.fpan.us/give/Thumbnail partially generated using Dall-E.#archaeology #podcast #lidar #honduras #lostcity #archaeologybooksforfun #FPAN

A new episode, a new book!In "The Lost City of the Monkey God", daring adventurers use cutting-edge technology to brave the wild and dangerous jungles of Honduras in search of a city lost for centuries!At least, that's how the book presents itself. However, the story has sparked critiques from archaeologists, anthropologists, and native Hondurans.Will we be swept away by this thrilling tale of daring-do? Or will we uncover the flaws in both the book and the project it's based on? Tune in to find out!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/____"The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas PrestonBlog post referenced in the episode:"Did You Even Talk to the Locals?"https://bit.ly/3BsJuUO#archaeology #podcast #lidar #honduras #lostcity #archaeologybooksforfun #FPAN

David Drake was a skilled potter and an enslaved man, known for the poetry he courageously inscribed on his pots at great personal risk. Join us for a very special one-off episode as we discuss the children's book "Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave" and celebrate this remarkable individual.Next up, we'll be starting the book "The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story". Don't miss it!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#podcast #archaeology #history #archaeologybooksforfun #slavery #pottery

For the final episode of "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries" we explore how inventive ancient people were and we throw a little cold water on dowsing and psychics in archaeology.Looking ahead, our next episode will be a one-off with the fabulous kid's book "Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave". David Drake was a remarkable person who, despite the great danger, wrote poetry on the sides of his pots!Tune in for fascinating stories and insightful discussions!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#Archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksForFun #Vikings #Atlantis #AncientAliens #HistoryHoax #ScienceVsPseudoscience

In this episode, we dive into the peopling of the Americas, Vikings in North America, and the legend of Atlantis! Plus, we finally discuss the controversial idea that aliens helped ancient civilizations build some of the world's greatest structures. Our thoughts on the matter may surprise you (but probably won't).___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#Archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksForFun #Vikings #Atlantis #AncientAliens #HistoryHoax #ScienceVsPseudoscience

In this episode we kick off our discussion of "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries: Science and Pseudoscience in Archaeology."Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of scientific inquiry versus pseudoscience. We'll explore the myths surrounding a supposed race of ancient giants, uncover the story behind the Cardiff Giant hoax, and unravel the infamous Piltdown Man fraud.Get ready for a journey through some of the most bizarre and fascinating cases in archaeology. Tune in to learn how these deceptions were uncovered and what they reveal about the nature of scientific investigation.Don't forget to share your thoughts on your favorite hoaxes. We love hearing from our listeners!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #archaeologybooksforfun #FraudsMythsAndMysteries #ScienceVsPseudoscience #CardiffGiant #PiltdownMan #HistoryHoaxes #AncientAliens

We are very excited for this one!In this special episode, we sit down with the talented Mary Anna Evans, author of "Artifacts: A Faye Longchamp Mystery." Join us as we delve into her fascinating writing process, her meticulous research, and how she so masterfully represents archaeology in her work.Don't miss this chance to get an insider's look at Mary Anna's inspirations and storytelling secrets. We know you'll enjoy getting to know her as much as we did!Mary Anna Evans' Websitehttps://maryannaevans.com/___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksforFun #fpan #FayeLongchamp #mystery #MaryAnnaEvans #floridapanhandle

Join us for the thrilling finale of "Artifacts: A Faye Longchamp Mystery"! In this last episode, stakes are high as Faye faces a heart-stopping dilemma. Will Faye reveal her illegal activities and go to prison to stop a killer? Who is the killer? Will Joyeuse be saved? What the heck is a palmetto? All these questions will be answered!Don’t miss our exclusive interview with Mary Anna Evans, author of "Artifacts", coming later this month. It’s a treat for all mystery aficionados!Plus, the votes are in! Prepare to dive into the bizarre realm of extraterrestrial lore and deceptive legends with our next reading adventure, "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries: Science and Pseudoscience in Archaeology" by Kenneth L. Feder. A journey through the curious corners of pseudoarchaeology awaits!And here's a challenge for our sharp-witted listeners: Can you name the first category 5 hurricane to strike the Florida Panhandle? Share your answers in the episode Q&A and let's test our collective knowledge!Remember to subscribe to catch every episode on YouTube, Spotify, and your favorite audio platforms.___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/____#archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksforFun #floridapanhandle #arifact #FayeLongchampMystery #MysteryPodcast

Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of twists and turns as we navigate both real and fictional landscapes in the captivating backdrop of the Florida Panhandle. With a missing body, and the discovery of two more, this episode promises to keep you on the edge of your seat!Don't forget to cast your vote in our poll to help us choose our next adventure. The options are:"Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries: Science and Pseudoscience in Archaeology""Kindred: Neanderthal Life, Love, Death and Art""The Lost City of the Monkey God"The chosen book will be announced in our next episode, so make your voice heard!___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#ArchaeologyBooksforFun #Archaeology #FPAN #murdermystery #FloridaPanhandle

We take a break from looting, the black market, and murder by starting a new mystery novel about... looting, the black market, and murder. What a refreshing change!This time, however, we're reading our first fiction novel about archaeologists and murder mysteries that takes place right in our local area in the Florida Panhandle. We're already really enjoying this one!"Artifacts" is the first of a series of novels called the "Faye Longchamp Mysteries" and is written by Mary Anna Evans.Book Link: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/213579Check us out on Goodreadshttps://buff.ly/3HtMNe9___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #FPAN #artifact #history #archeology #archaeologybooksforfun #mystery #novel #FloridaPanhandle #ForgottenCoast #plantation

As a special episode follow-up interview to "Stealing History" we're joined by archaeologist Dr. Andres Garzon-Oechsle!Andres has a unique perspective on the issue of site looting in his home country Ecuador. He has also personally visited the Lords of Sipán museum in Peru. Tune in to hear all about it!YouTube: https://youtu.be/ns21PoYH-KoFollow us on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/174409671-archaeology-books-for-funLinks:Scripps Center for Marine Archaeology - https://buff.ly/3wpIhLiScripps on Facebook - https://buff.ly/42MAfIpScripps on Instagram - https://buff.ly/3I9yzzsMuseo Salango - https://buff.ly/4bIcmWB___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #FPAN #artifact #history #archeology #ArchaeologyBooksforFun #Ecuador #Peru #Sipan #museum #NoMoreStolenAncestors #photogrammetry #3dprinting

This is it, the conclusion to Stealing History!It's been a pretty wild ride with grave robbing, FBI stings, and murder. This time the tale gets a bit more hopeful with on the ground efforts to protect sites and, at last, the opening of the Sipán museum. We also take issue with some of the author's proposals to fight the antiquities black market. There's a lot going on in this one!"Stealing History: Tomb Raiders, Smugglers, and the Looting of the Ancient World" by Roger AtwoodNext time we will switch gears and read "Artifacts: A Faye Longchamp Mystery." This murder mystery novel both involves archaeology and it takes place in our home state of Florida!Book Link:https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/213579Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum virtual tour:https://visitavirtual.cultura.pe/recorridos/MTRS/museo-tumbas-reales-sipan/index.html___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #fpan #ArchaeologyBooksforFun #Sipán #RoyalTombsofSipánMuseum #looting #antiquities

As we take a break from Stealing History, we use this time to discuss some archaeology news, review the podcast over the last 14 episodes, and talk a little about what exactly it is that we do.Do you have a favorite book that we covered? Let us know!We will be back next month with the concluding episode on Stealing History. See you then!___Articles discussed:German Authorities Repatriate 75 Artifacts to Mexicohttps://www.theartnewspaper.com/2023/11/29/germany-repatriates-75-archaeological-artefacts-mexicoNetherlands Returns Colonial Era Artefactshttps://www.reuters.com/world/netherlands-returns-colonial-era-artefacts-sri-lanka-2023-12-05/The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Announces Repatriationhttps://vmfa.museum/pressroom/news/virginia-museum-fine-arts-announces-repatriation-ancient-works-art-countries-origin/Ancient Maya Power Brokershttps://www.sciencenews.org/article/ancient-maya-politics-power-neighborhoods-lidar___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksForFun #ArchaeologyNews #FPAN

In this episode, we finally get to see the conclusion of the FBI sting operation. Additionally, we will delve into the significant role that many museums play in contributing to the black market trade of antiquities.Next time, we will provide a recap of our favorite books and episodes. If you have a favorite of your own, let us know!"Stealing History: Tomb Raiders, Smugglers, and the Looting of the Ancient World" by Roger Atwood.___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #Sipan #Sipán #HuacaRajada #Peru #MocheCulture #looting #blackmarket #smuggling #britishmuseum #archaeologybooksforfun

This episode has a little bit of everything you could want from a crime drama! Smuggling rings, FBI stings, informants, double crosses, and foul play.This time we focus on some of the artifacts that were stolen from the ancient Moche culture tomb/temple site Huaca Rajada located in Sipán, Peru and efforts to recover them.Stealing History: Tomb Raiders, Smugglers, and the Looting of the Ancient Worldby Roger Atwood.___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #Sipan #Sipán #HuacaRajada #Peru #MocheCulture #looting #blackmarket #smuggling #archaeologybooksforfun

Starting a new book, we dive into the seedy underworld of the black market antiquities trade.We take a look at the people who do the looting of ancient sites and what drives them as well as the distributors who buy from them.This book mostly focuses on the ancient Moche culture tomb/temple site Huaca Rajada located in Sipán, Peru.Though not a happy story, we are enjoying the narrative style of this book in particular.Stealing History: Tomb Raiders, Smugglers, and the Looting of the Ancient Worldby Roger Atwood.___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #Sipan #Sipán #HuacaRajada #Peru #MocheCulture #looting #blackmarket #smuggling #archaeologybooksforfun

Finishing up this book, we take a close look at how historical archaeology can tell us a lot about African American history.We start off with what an excavation taught us about the lives of the residents of theParting Ways site in Massachusetts.Then we take discuss what archaeology teaches us about African American architecture, foodways, and ceramics.Next Book"Stealing History: Tomb Raiders, Smugglers, and the Looting of the Ancient World"by Roger Atwood.The summary for the book:"Roger Atwood knows more about the market for ancient objects than almost anyone. He knows where priceless antiquities are buried, who is digging them up, and who is fencing and buying them. In this fascinating book, Atwood takes readers on a journey through Iraq, Peru, Hong Kong, and across America, showing how the worldwide antiquities trade is destroying what's left of the ancient sites before archaeologists can reach them, and thus erasing their historical significance. And it is getting worse.The discovery of the legendary Royal Tombs of Sipan in Peru started an epidemic. Grave robbers scouring the countryside for tombs--and finding them. Atwood recounts the incredible story of the biggest piece of gold ever found in the Americas, a 2,000-year-old, three-pound masterpiece that cost one looter his life, sent two smugglers to jail, and wrecked lives from Panama to Pennsylvania. Packed with true stories, this book not only reveals what has been found, but at what cost to both human life and history."___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #historicalarchaeology #newengland #archaeologybooksforfun

Winged death head grave markers, architecture, and forks!We look at how changes in gravestone art and architecture, and to a lesser degree, furniture, tools, and table utensils all reflect cultural changes happening in New England in the 17th and 18th centuries."In Small Things Forgotten: An Archaeology of Early American Life" by James Deetz is a remarkable book because it is informative, yet a very pleasant read from a time when most writing on archaeology was anything but.A website with examples of New England mortuary art.http://www.histarch.illinois.edu/plymouth/regional.htmlThe Fairbanks Househttps://fairbankshouse.org/___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #historicalarchaeology #newengland

With a new Indiana Jones movie just released, what archaeologist could resist the temptation to talk about it?We discuss why we love Indiana Jones, our problems with it, and generally gush about how much we enjoyed this movie.We plan to release the next episode of "In Small Things Forgotten" on the first of August as usual.___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #indianajones #indianajonesandthedialofdestiny

This time we take a look the beginnings of historical archaeology in the U.S., ceramics and what they tell us about the past, and several New England archaeological sites."In Small Things Forgotten: An Archaeology of Early American Life" by James Deetz is a remarkable book because it is informative, yet a very pleasant read from a time when most writing on archaeology was anything but.Website on the Flowerdew Hundred ExcavationsCaptain Basil Hall Chamber Pot Article___Want to support this podcast? Check out the donation link below!https://www.fpan.us/give/___#archaeology #historicalarchaeology #ceramics