The Archaeology Show

Archaeology Pod Network

The Archaeology Show is produced by the Archaeology Podcast Network. It's hosted by archaeologist's Chris Webster and Rachel Roden. We will interview people from around the world in a variety of topics. Enjoy the ride.

  1. NOV 3

    News: Footprints, First Streets, and Prehistoric Pioneers - Ep 317

    We kick off this episode with our latest RV adventures before exploring three remarkable archaeological discoveries. First, we discuss newly uncovered ancient human footprints. in Germany. Next, we examine the excavation of one of the world’s oldest streets in central Türkiye, revealing how early communities organized their living spaces nearly 10,000 years ago. Finally, we dive into the surprising story of the Greek island of Naxos, where evidence shows the first settlers weren’t human at all, but Neanderthals and other archaic hominins. LinksArchaeologists Found 300,000-Year-Old Human Footprints That Rewrite Part of Our StoryOne of the World’s Oldest Streets Unearthed at Canhasan 3 in Türkiye, Dating Back 9,750 YearsA Greek Island’s First Settlers Weren’t HumanContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min

  2. SEP 23

    The Stones are Speaking: Gault Site Documentary - Ep 316

    The Gault site is world famous for it’s Clovis and pre-Clovis occupations. It’s also famous for the dedication of the principal archaeologist, Michael Collins. In the new documentary, “The Stones are Speaking”, Writer/Producer/Director Olive Talley tells the story of the Gault site and the story of Michael Collins and his efforts to preserve the site. We also talk to the Director of Photography, Kenneth Garrett. Kenneth is a National Geographic photographer and has known and worked with Michael Collins on other pieces since the beginning of the Gault site’s journey. LinksThe Stones are Speaking website (including how to watch)ContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    46 min

  3. SEP 15

    News: Stone Tools, Ancient Taboos, and Shipwreck Secrets - Ep 315

    Chris Webster and Rachel Roden check in from the road before diving into a trio of fascinating archaeological discoveries. First, they discuss the surprising find of ancient stone tools in Sulawesi, Indonesia, which could rewrite our understanding of early human history in the region. Next, they explore evidence from a Spanish cave that reveals a Neolithic community may have engaged in both violence and cannibalism against a rival group, offering new insights into prehistoric social conflict. Finally, they examine the recent discovery of four shipwrecks off North Carolina’s coast, including a colonial-era Spanish ship shedding light on centuries-old maritime trade and travel. Tune in for a journey through deep time, ancient taboos, and underwater mysteries! LinksThis tiny stone tool may have just rewritten human history Bones Found in Spanish Cave Suggest This Neolithic Group Butchered and Cannibalized a Rival Communit In the Muddy Banks of North Carolina, Student Archaeologists May Have Discovered the Remnants of a Centuries-Old Spanish Ship ContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram) ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2ed APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop AffiliatesMotion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min

  4. SEP 1

    It’s the Pie episode! Ep 314

    In this special “Strat Chat” edition of The Archaeology Show, we dig into the layers of history behind “pi” and “pie” in honor of episode 314. First, we explore the origins of fruit pies, tracing their journey from ancient Egyptian tombs to medieval feasts and early American kitchens. Next, we unravel the story of the number pi (π), highlighting how ancient civilizations discovered and used this mathematical constant in everything from monuments to pottery. Finally, we bite into the history of meat pies, uncovering their role in ancient diets and how they evolved into a global comfort food. Join us for a flavorful journey through time, where archaeology and culinary history meet in every slice! LinksSegment 1: The History and Origin of Fruit PiesPie: A Global History by Janet Clarkson The Forme of Cury (14th-century English cookbook) Oxford Companion to Food British Museum: Archaeology of Ancient Egypt York Archaeological Trust: Medieval Kitchens Food in Medieval England by C.M. Woolgar Smithsonian Magazine: The History of Pie in America American Pie Council A History of British Baking by Emma Kay Museum of London Archaeology Archaeobotanical Studies at the British Museum Sugar and Sweetness by Sidney Mintz Segment 2: The Discovery and Use of the Number Pi (π)Rhind Mathematical Papyrus – British Museum Yale Babylonian Collection Archimedes’ “Measurement of a Circle” Mathematical Treatise in Nine Sections (Zu Chongzhi) Aryabhata and Aryabhatiya A History of Pi by Petr Beckmann The Symbol π and William Jones Mathematics in Ancient Egypt by Annette Imhausen The Archaeology of Measurement by Iain Morley British Museum: Ancient Coins Sacred Geometry by Robert Lawlor Longitude by Dava Sobel Pi Day – Official Site Pi in Popular Culture – Life of Pi Archaeological Discovery of Mathematical Tools Segment 3: The History and Origin of Meat PiesFood in Ancient Egypt by Delwen Samuel Apicius: De Re Coquinaria The Englishman’s Food by Drummond & Wilbraham Food in Medieval England by C.M. Woolgar Sing a Song of Sixpence – Nursery Rhyme Origins Archaeology at Pompeii – Food Remains The Cornish Pasty by Gillian Hogg Pie: A Global History by Janet Clarkson Archaeozoology at the British Museum Pie: A Savor the South Cookbook by Sara Foster Jamaican Patties – History Tourtière – Canadian Encyclopedia Empanadas – Origins Victorian Pie Shops – Museum of London Meat Pies in Literature – Sweeney Todd ContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.com RachelUnraveled (Instagram) ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2ed APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop AffiliatesMotion

    39 min

  5. AUG 18

    PROMO - The Archaeology of Boudica pt 1: Late Iron Age Britain and the Iceni - TPM 17

    The Archaeology Show is taking a break this week, so please enjoy this episode of The Past Macabre, another excellent show on The Archaeology Podcast Network. In this first of a two-part series, The Past Macabre travels back to Late Iron Age Britain before the Roman conquest to explore the world that shaped one of history’s most famous warrior queens: Boudica. Her story has been told many times for nearly two millennia, but what is the truth behind the Celtic warrior queen who stood against Rome? Uncover the archaeology of her tribe the Iceni, from sacred sites, workshops, and homesteads. We’ll explore the first contacts between Rome and Britain as early as the 2nd century BCE to Caesar’s failed invasion in 54 BCE and the uneasy alliances that turned native leaders into Roman client-kings. Then we'll look at how growing disunity amongst the Celts paved the way for Emperor Claudius' invasion in 43 CE. Learn about the hoards of treasure, settlements, burials, and hillforts found across England and what they can tell us about the world Boudica was born into at a time of rapid social, economic, and political change. TranscriptFor a rough transcript  LinksSee photos related to episode topics on InstagramLoving the macabre lore? Treat your host to a coffee!University of Warwick Teaching Resources - BoudicaEast Anglian Archaeology Report on Excavations in Thetford 1980–82New Discovery of Horse Gear Hoard in North YorkshireExperimental Archaeology Video: What did Iron Age women wear?ContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion

    41 min

  6. AUG 11

    Tattoos, Shoes, and New UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Ep 313

    This week we cover 3 recent archaeology news stories. First up, Near-infrared photography of a 2,300-year-old Pazyryk culture mummy in Siberia has revealed exquisitely detailed tattoos on her forearms and hands. Then, archaeologists excavating the Roman fort of Magna along Hadrian’s Wall in northern England have uncovered an unusually high proportion of oversized leather shoes. And finally, we discuss a few of the newest additions to the UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites. Links2,300-year-old arm tats on mummified woman reveal new insights about tattooing technique in ancient Siberia (Live Science)High-resolution near-infrared data reveal Pazyryk tattooing methods (Antiquity)Archaeologists Keep Finding Massive Shoes at an Ancient Roman Fort—and They Have No Idea Why They’re So Big (Smithsonian)New Inscribed Properties 2025Here are some of the newest UNESCO World Heritage sitesContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion

    41 min

  7. AUG 4

    The Bucket List - Ep 312

    In this special episode of The Archaeology Show, we’re mapping out our ultimate bucket list of archaeological and historical sites that we have not yet visited. We’ll recap some of the amazing places we have been lucky enough to experience, and then we will each share our top 10 with the other. We are not discussing this ahead of time, so will there be crossover? Tune in to see! From the towering pyramids of Giza to the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde, we highlight destinations rich in history, mystery, and cultural significance. Whether you’re planning your next trip or dreaming from your couch, join us as we explore the world’s most fascinating ruins and the stories that make them unforgettable. Chris’s List The Pyramids of Giza (Egypt)**Petra (Jordan)**Great Wall of ChinaTerra Cotta Army (China)*Göbekli Tepe (Turkey)**Machu Picchu (Peru)Nazca Lines (Peru)*Rapa Nui (Chile)Angkor Wat (Cambodia)Mesa Verde (Colorado)*Rachel’s List The Pyramids of Giza (Egypt)**Petra (Jordan)**The Colosseum (Rome, Italy)Teotihuacan (Mexico)Göbekli Tepe (Turkey)**Terra cotta Army (China)*Notre Dame (Paris, France)Mesa Verde (Colorado, USA)*Nazca Lines (Peru)*Hagia Sophia (Istanbul, Turkey)** Same site in the same position on our lists ** Same site, different position on our lists. ContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion

    48 min

  8. JUL 14

    Lost City or Lost Cause? Diving Into the Latest Atlantis Claims - Ep 311

    In this episode of The Archaeology Show, we kick things off with a look at the recent discovery of a treasure-filled tomb belonging to the first known ruler of a Maya city in Belize, shedding light on ancient Maya leadership and ritual. In segments two and three, we dive into the latest headline-grabbing claim that Atlantis has been found off the coast of Spain. We break down what was actually discovered, examine the credentials of the lead researcher, and explore why the scientific community remains highly skeptical. Join us for a smart, approachable discussion that separates archaeological fact from fiction. LinksArchaeologists Unearth Treasure-Filled Tomb Belonging to the First Known Ruler of a Maya City in BelizeScientists find tomb of a Maya king and his ancient treasures. But who was he?Archaeologist Says He's Found Atlantis in Groundbreaking DiscoveryArchaeologist claims to have found Atlantis off the coast of Spain and has video to prove itAtlantis Found (Again)! And Exasperated Scientists (Again) Raise Their EyebrowsCosmic Summit 2025: The Mount Everest of Laughable Pseudoarchaeological Nonsense! - Ep 165Cosmic Summit 2025. Flint's BRUTAL Reaction with Dr Andrew KinkellaContactChris Webster chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.comRachel Roden rachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN Discord: https://discord.com/invite/CWBhb2T2edAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion

    43 min
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