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James, Lovecraft, and Archaeology from 2022-02-04T19:52:36

Welcome back to the Archaeology Fantasies Podcast!

February is Lovecraft Month, because I like Cthulhu and Lovecraft's impact on pseudoarchaeology.



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12 Mysterious Finds That Scientists Have Probably Already Explained. from 2021-12-09T15:00

Happy Dirtmas! This is the Audio version of a vlogmas video that's up on the YouTube Channel. I've posted it here for your listening pleasure. Let me know what you think.

We're watchi...

Archaeological Fantasies Update, and Where Have I Been. from 2021-11-13T16:00

I felt like I needed to post some kind of update/explanation before I start launching new things. I do discuss some mental health things and just life, just FYI.   

But if y...

The Dirt Takeover Episode, Archaeological Fantasies Ep 116 from 2020-07-15T17:31:09

Dr. Anna Goldfield and Amber Zambelli invade the Archaeological Fantasies podcast in this special cross over with The Dirt podcast. We talk Race, Racism, Movies, TV, and Mutant Frog Overlords.

Coming up on Archaeological Fantasies: from 2020-05-05T18:56:19

In this interesting time...my semester is wrapping up, and I decided to change my thesis proposal with three weeks left in the semester...because reasons.That said. I do have a stock of podcasts th...

The Hunt For Secret Mysteries: Skinwalker Ranch Pt1 with Bill Auchter. from 2020-04-24T21:52:41

Today we start a brand-new collaborative project with Archaeothoughts and ArchaeoRPG which is a podcast miniseries we are calling The Hunt for Secret Mysteries. This miniseries will focus on variou...

Bro-Ventures with Annelise Baer. Archaeological Fantasies ep 115 from 2020-04-06T21:58:41

Today we talk with Annelise Baer about the Bro-Venture genre of adventure TV. We cover all the classics from Indiana Jones all the way to the most recent Unexplored and Unexplained. We talk about h...

Undead Gender with Drs. Rebecca Gibson, Jay VanderVeen, and Holly Walters: Archaeological Fantasies ep 114 from 2020-03-16T14:10

This episode we talk with Drs. Rebecca Gibson and Jay VanderVeen about their upcoming edited volume Monstrous Males and Fatal Females due out in 2021. We also talk with one of the authors Dr. Holly...

Blaming Lovecraft for All Things Pseudoarchaeology: Archaeological Fantasies Ep: 113 from 2020-03-02T14:10:15

This episode I take to the airwaves myself to tell you all what I think of H.P. Lovecraft and his Cthulhu mythos, the impact that it is had on society as a whole, and how the elder gods are going t...

Pseudo TV with Annelise Baer from 2020-02-17T18:28:05

Today we talk with Annelise Baer about some behind the scenes aspects of making Pseudo-television shows like Ancient Aliens. She tells how the research and some of the production is done, and we ta...

Archaeology and the Path of the Spiritual Sun: It’s all Been Done Before. from 2020-02-03T14:10

Today I talk about the archaeology in the Path of the Spiritual Sun, how it's all been done before, there's nothing new...under the sun...










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Giant DNA and Mudfossils with Dr. Jennifer Raff. from 2020-01-20T22:22:37

Today we talk with Dr. Jennifer Raff about the YouTube channel Mudfossil University and the possibility that Rocks are really just fossilized Giants.







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Goodbye 2019, Hello 2020! Archaeological Fantasies Podcast Ep 109 from 2020-01-06T14:10:24

Say Hello to the new year with Archaeological Fantasies.  Check us out to see what we're up to and what to expect in the new year. 







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Academic Odysseys with Assassin’s Creed. Archaeological Fantasies Podcast Ep 108 from 2019-09-02T14:10:13

Today we talk with Dr. Jane Draycott @JLDraycott and Andrew Reinhard @adreinhard about the epic game Assassin's Creed: Odyssey. We discuss the overall gameplay, how AC uses historical references t...

Remix – Atlantis in Sardinia with Dr. Emily Holt – Archaeological Fantasies ep 107 from 2019-02-08T17:03:25

Nuraghe Santu Antine in TorralbaCristiano Cani picture via Wiki Commons.



Note: there was an issue with the Audio file. This is a repost of episode 107.



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Asteroids, Micro Diamonds, and the Younger Dryas with Jens Notroff: Archaeological Fantasies Ep 106 from 2019-01-21T14:59:58

Today we talk to Jens Notroff about a recent report about a newly discovered asteroid crater under the Greenland Glacier. How is this connected to the Younger Dryas? What is the Younger Dryas? And ...

Where Are the Real Viking Women Warriors? With Chelsi Slotten Archaeological Fantasies Episode 105. from 2019-01-08T00:28:04

Not a real viking...







Welcome to Season 5 of the Archaeological Fantasies Podcast! To start the year off we're talking with Chelsi Slotten about Viking Wom...

New Archaeo-Genetics Articles With Jennifer Raff from 2018-12-17T17:25:08

Today, Dr. Jennifer Raff is back with us to talk about some recent articles on genetics in archaeology. Particularly the discovery of a new genetic ancestor to early Americans and new evidence abou...

The History of Pseudoarchaeology: From Engagement to Isolation. from 2018-12-06T01:15:21

Things changed drastically as archaeology developed and professionalized. During the pre-professional time, or the Romantic Era of archaeology as Jeb Card and David Anderson (2016) call it, archaeo...

The History of Pseudoarchaeology: The Moundbuilders Myth from 2018-12-06T01:08:35

The first thing to look at any time you start a new project is the history of the topic. Our topic is practically as old as the field of archaeology itself, some might argue even older (Card 2018)....

Man-Bear-Pig with Alex and Simona from the ArchaeoAnimals Podcast : Archaeological Fantasies Ep 102 from 2018-12-03T14:10:30

Today we talk with Alex Fitzpatrick and Simona Falanga from The ArchaeoAnimals Podcast on the APN. We talk about Zooarchaeology and Cryptid Bones. We learn about chupacabra skulls and examine the P...

Archaeologists and Horror Movies in the MonsterTalk Crossover, Ep 101 from 2018-10-29T15:21:28

Image: Cupid Fountain (Copyright Winchester Mystery House)







Hello Boys and Ghouls, it's time for the MonsterTalk/Archaeological Fantasies Halloween Special...

Monstertalk Crossover Double Feature from 2018-10-15T15:04:39

 



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The Beardmore Relics with Douglas Hunter – Archaeological Fantasies Episode 100 from 2018-10-01T14:00:10

 



Today we talk with Douglas Hunter about his new book Beardmore: The Viking Hoax that Rewrote History.  We talk about what the interesting history of the Beardmore relics...

Sacred Fossils and Hindu Pseudoarchaeology With Dr. Holly Walters: Archaeological Fantasies Ep 99 from 2018-09-17T14:36:09

Today we talk with Dr. Holly Walters about sacred Salagrama Fossils in the Hindu religion. What are these beautiful Fossils? How are they incorporated into the Hindu religion? And what weird powers...

Olmecs and Ancient DNA with Jennifer Raff – Archaeological Fantasies ep 98 from 2018-09-03T14:01:21

Today we start a new segment with Dr. Jennifer Raff. We explore the use of ancient DNA in archaeology and how our understanding of such has changed over the years. We also look at the most recent m...

Archaeogaming with Andrew Reinhard – Archaeological Fantasies Ep 97 from 2018-08-20T14:00:17

Today we talk with Andrew Reinhard about his new book Archaeogaming: An Introduction to Archaeology in and of Video Games.



We talk about the Atari ET dig, learn how Metaspace a...

Canadian Pseudoarchaeology with Steph Halmhofer: Archaeological Fantasies EP 96 from 2018-08-06T14:00:41

Today we're talking with Steph Halmhofer about her recent survey on Canadian Fears, modeled after the Chapman Survey of American Fears. She's looking at Canadian pseudoarchaeological beliefs, among...

Creative Outreach and Geek Cons with Paulina Przystupa – Archaeological Fantasies Episode 95 from 2018-07-16T14:00:55

Today we're talking with Paulina Przystupa (@punuckish) about the panel she put together at the SAA's this past Apil. Her topic was Creative Outreach focusing on using social media as a way of comm...

Pseudoarchaeology and Pop Culture with David Anderson – Archaeological Fantasies Podcast Episode 94 from 2018-07-01T05:00

Today we're talking with Dr. David Anderson (@DSAArchaeology ) about the intersection of Archaeology and Pop culture, and how a history of pop culture, specifically comics and adventure genre has f...

We’re On Hiatus Until July 1st! Yay Vacation! from 2018-05-15T17:57:25

 



2018 has been a bit of a roller coaster for the Archaeological Fantasies blog and podcast. I know many of you have noticed, so I figured, Let's have a rundown of what's ...

Bears Ears Rock Art with Vaughn Hadenfelt – Episode 93 from 2018-03-05T09:00

Today we talk Vaughn Hadenfelt of Friends of Friends of Ceder Mesa. With 30 years of experience as a guide and interpreter in Bears Ears National Monument, he comes on to talk to us about Rock Art....

CBC, The Solutrean Hypothesis, and Jennifer Raff – Episode 92 from 2018-02-05T09:00

Today we discuss the recent CBC episode of The Nature of Things titled Ice Bridge. We're revisiting the Solutrean Hypothesis as it's put forward by the CBC show, and have Jennifer Raff with us to d...

Contact and Immigration In Archaeology – Episode 91 from 2018-01-22T09:00:17

Today we talk about cultures south of the US border. We talk about what we expect to see, and do see, when early European cultures come in contact with Native American cultures. We also talk about ...

Welcome 2018 and Bears Ears Update – Episode 90 from 2018-01-08T09:00

Welcome to the First episode of 2018! In this episode we talk about the effects of the recent EO on Bears Ears National Monument and other sites of significance. We debate the actual effects and re...

The Place of Stone – Dighton Rock with Douglas Hunter – Episode 89 from 2017-12-25T09:00

Ken and Sara talk to author Douglas Hunter about his book linked below. The story of Dighton Rock and its relationship with the indigenous past is a fascinating tale.

Magical Jinn and where to Find them with Mark Allen Peterson – Episode 88 from 2017-12-11T09:00

Today we talk with Dr. Mark Allen Peterson about the magical Jinn. Dr. Peterson tells us more about the ancient concept of Jinn, how that affect modern Arabic uses of Jinn, and how the views on Jin...

Biblical Archaeology with Eric Cline – Episode 87 from 2017-11-27T09:00

Today we talk with Dr Eric Cline from George Washington University. We talk about a variety of topics on Biblical Archaeology, the validity of real and fake sight seeing, and touch a bit on 3D prin...

GenCon50 and Gaming with Scott – Episode 86 from 2017-11-13T09:00

This is a cross-over episode that was recorded at GenCon 50 earlier in 2017. Sara Head joined the hosts of Gaming with Scott to talk about the intersection between archaeology and gaming.

Haunted Objects with MonsterTalk – Episode 85 from 2017-10-30T08:00

It's our second Halloween special and crossover with the MonsterTalk Podcast! Today we're Joined by Blake Smith and Karen Stollznow to talk about haunted objects and where to find them. We talk abo...

The Ark Encounter with James Bielo – Episode 84 from 2017-10-16T08:00

Today we talk with Ethnographer James Bielo about his work with the Ark Encounter, a life-size Noah's Ark and religious-themed experience in Kentucky. We talk about the validity of replicas, religi...

The Enigmatic Iximaya Hoax With Roxanne Davila and Marcello Canuto – Episode 83 from 2017-10-02T08:00

The Enigmatic Iximaya Hoax With Roxanne Davila and Marcello Canuto - Episode 83

Mermaids and Mummies – Episode 82 from 2017-09-18T08:00

Today we're looking at the Fiji Mummy and the recent Peruvian Mummy Hoax. How do these two cases intersect, what can one teach us about the other, and How does PT. Barnum fit into all this.

(Re-Play) Afrocentrism and the New World – Episode 81 (16) from 2017-09-04T08:00

Today we're talking about Afrocentrism. What is it? Does it hurt or help ancient African cultures? And how does it affect archaeology in the new world?

Mayan Hieroglyphics with Jeb Card – Episode 80 from 2017-08-21T08:00

Today we talk with co-host Jeb Card about Mayan Hieroglyphics. We talk about the Victorian worlds discovery of them, their fascination with them, how that fascination has endured into the modern-da...

Walking Moai Statues with Fernanda Meneses – Episode 79 from 2017-08-07T08:00

Today we talk with Fernanda Maneses about the mysterious Easter Island statues. We talk about the actual history of the Moai statues, the culture that created them, and the many different ways thes...

Hobby Lobby and the Illegal Antiquities Trade with Donna Yates – Episode 78 from 2017-07-24T08:00

Today we talk with Dr. Donna Yates about the recent Hobby Lobby decision and the illegal antiquities trade. What was Hobby Lobby doing, how does this fit into looting and the antiquities trade, and...

Indiana Jones and Pseudoarchaeology – Episode 77 from 2017-07-10T08:00

Today we're talking about Indiana JOnes a pseudoarchaeological elements that run through almost all off the movies. We talk about how Indy came to be, why the movies are so dang good, and where cer...

Islam, ISIS, and Black Market Artifacts with Nathan French – Episode 76 from 2017-06-26T08:00

Today we talk with Nathan French from the University of Miami, Ohio. Nathan talks with us about Islam and the destruction of archaeological sites and artifacts in Isis controlled areas. We also tal...

Antiquities Laws and Regulations – Episode 75 from 2017-06-12T08:00

On today's episode, Sara, Jeb, and Ken talk about some of the big antiquities laws that are impacting resources around the country. These laws are in the news lately and it's important to know wher...

The Gungywamp – Episode 74 from 2017-05-29T08:00

Today we talk about the mysterious Gungywamp located in Connecticut. We examine the similarities between it and other sites like Mystery Hill aka American Stonehenge. Why makes the Gungywamp so str...

Göbekli Tepe, Bad Fox, No Comet – Episode 73 from 2017-05-15T08:00

Today we talk with Jens Notroff from the Gobekli Tepe research project about the recent news stories about possible evidence for a comet strike at the ancient site. We look over the claims made in ...

Ley Lines with Sharon Hill – Episode 72 from 2017-05-01T08:00

Today we're talking with our resident Geologist; Sharon Hill about Ley Lines. What are they, where did they come from, and can they be weaponized?

Corn in Unusual Places – Episode 71 from 2017-04-17T07:00

Serra, Ken, and Jeb explore the mystery of art depicting corn at Roslin Chapel. Corn had not yet been brought back from the New World when Roslin Chapel was made, so could a Medieval knight have so...

How Archaeology Influences Geekery – Episode 70 from 2017-04-03T08:00

Today we talk with special guest David Anderson about how archaeology has influenced various bits of Geek Culture. We look at archaeological themes in Star Trek and Star Wars, See how it influenced...

Cryptozoology and Archaeology – Episode 69 from 2017-03-20T08:00

Today we talk about Cryptology and petroglyphs. Are there ancient images of Bigfoot painted on stone? How can we be sure what we think we're seeing is what they image means? And why it's important ...

The Polynesian Connection – Episode 68 from 2017-03-06T09:00

Today we talk about the possibility of prehistoric trade and interaction between the Polynesian peoples and the early Americans along the East coast. Could it have happened? Did it happen? and What...

The Scarith of Scornello with Ingrid Rowland – Episode 67 from 2017-02-20T09:00

Today we talk with Ingrid Rowland about her work uncovering the fascinating and humorous story behind the Italian, Renaissance-era hoax, of the Scarith of Scornello.

Pre-Columbian Horses in America – Episode 66 from 2017-02-06T09:00

Today we're talking about ancient horses before the Spanish re-introduction in the 1500's. What were these horses, how do we know they were here, and did they come back with Lost Tribes of Israel?<...

50 Archaeological Sites to See in the World – Episode 65 from 2017-01-23T09:00

Serra, Ken, and Jeb talk about the myths and misconceptions surrounding some of the most important archaeological sites around the world.

Why Archaeological Fantasies? – Episode 64 from 2017-01-09T09:00

To celebrate the new year, today we discuss why we do this! Why is it important to have accurate information about archaeology out there? Is it having an impact? and Jeb, Ken, and Sara have a polit...

The Pachuag Hoax – Episode 63 from 2016-12-26T09:00

Returning guest, Nicholas Bellantoni, talks to us today about the Pachuag State Forest Archaeological Hoax

Archaeology and Sherlock Holmes with Vincent W. Wright – Episode 62 from 2016-12-12T09:00

Today we talk with Vincent W. Wright about Sherlock Holmes, how Conan Doyle pulled many details for his stories from archaeology, and how the Sherlockian methods are used in archaeology even today....

Cannibalism with Lourdes Villalta – Episode 61 from 2016-11-28T09:00

Today we talk with Lourdes Villalta about cannibalism. We look at the stereotypes of the activity, how these stereotypes were used in the past to marginalized people, and what is the historical tru...

Movie Night! – Episode 60 from 2016-11-14T09:00

Pop your popcorn, get your giant sodas, and get ready to talk movies! All three hosts bring up their favorite movies with archaeologists in them. Get ready forsome interesting talk about some recom...

MonsterTalk Crossover! and Faeries! – Episode 59 from 2016-10-31T08:00

Today is the crossover you've all been asking for, Blake Smith and Karen Stollznow join Ken, Jeb, and I for a very un-disney talk about Fairies and Little People. What is the history of Fairies? I...

Digging New England Vampires – ENCORE Episode 40 from 2016-10-24T08:00

Today we're talking with Retired Connecticut State Archaeologist Nicholas Bellantoni and his work with an interesting Vampire burial. We talk the hows and why's of this burial and what it meant to ...

Margaret Murray, Witchcraft and Murder – Episode 58 from 2016-10-17T08:00

Today we talk about murder most fowl and about Margaret Murray's investigations into what she thought might be motive by witchcraft. We talk about Murray's research into witch cults and how that re...

Digging our Burrow’s Cave with Joe Wilson – Episode 57 from 2016-10-04T08:00

Today we talk with Joe Wilson about his research into the modern hoax of Burrows' Cave. We look at the history of the cave, some of the evidence for the cave, and try to decipher where the cave is ...

Cthulhu with Jason Colavito – ArchyFantasies 56 from 2016-09-26T08:00

Today we talk with Jason Colavito about the writings of H.P Lovecraft, especially those dealing with the Cthulhu Mythos and the possible origins of the Necronomicon.

Piltdown Man and the Face on Mars – Episode 55 from 2016-09-19T08:00

Today we look at some new information about the Piltdown man, grouse about the media and how they handled it, and then take a long look at the infamous Face on Mars.

David Anderson and, Theosophical Society in America, and Why People Believe Weird Things. – Episode 54 from 2016-09-12T08:00

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Convergence and Independent Invention in Archaeology – Episode 53 from 2016-09-05T08:00

Today we look at some concepts in Archaeology, mainly the idea of two cultures creating similar looking technology independently of each other. We call this Independent Invention or Convergence, an...

Unlucky Mummies and Wonderful Things – Episode 52 from 2016-08-29T08:00

Today we talk about King Tut's curse and what the reality is behind the stories. What was the curse, when did it start, and what were the wonderful things seen in Tut's tombs?LinksThe Curse of the ...

Hexham Heads, ley lines, and Wear-sheep-men – Episode 51 from 2016-08-22T08:00

Today we talk about the fascinating Hexham heads. Are they cursed objects, spiritual totems for drawing wear-creatures, or just cleverly carved children's' toys? How do these objects connect back t...

DNA in Archaeology with Jennifer Raff – Episode 50 from 2016-08-15T08:00

Another great episode of the Archaeological Fantasies Podcast

Chris Begley and the Lost City of the Monkey God – Episode 49 from 2016-08-08T08:00

Today we talk with Chris Begley about the Lost City of the Monkey God, or Ciudad Blanca "The White City". Chris tells us about looking for actual ruins in Honduras, working with National Geographic...

Dinos among Men – Ica Stones and Acámbaro Figures – Episode 48 from 2016-08-01T08:00

Today we examine the evidence for the co-existence of Dinosaurs and humans. We specifically focus on the Ica stones and Acámbaro figures. What are these mysterious figures? What do the carvings on ...

A HISTORY OF PSEUDO-ARCHAEOLOGY: Hyperdiffusion and Aliens – Episode 47 from 2016-07-25T08:00

Today Ken, Jen, and Sara continue talking about the history of Parapsychology and the development of the concept of diffusionism and why professional archaeologist don't like the term. We also talk...

Hobbits, Canibals, Ethnocentrism, and Homo floresiensis – Episode 46 from 2016-07-18T08:00

This episode Jeb and Sara talk about Homo floresiensis affectionately known as Hobbits, and Liang-Bua Cave. What do we know about H. floresiensis, how has this discovery been represented by the med...

Interview with Nigel Hetherington from Past Preservers – Episode 45 from 2016-07-11T08:00

This episode Ken and I talk with Nigel Hetherington from Past Preservers. We talk about Archaeology in the Media and how Past Preservers works to provide professional authorities for the media, eve...

Interview with K Kris Hurst from About.com – Episode 44 from 2016-07-04T08:00

Sara and Jeb interview K. Kris Hirst, the archaeology expert at About.com and an internet reporting pioneer!

Interacting with the Fringe – Episode 43 from 2016-06-27T08:00

Today we talk about Ken and Sara's close encounters with the fringe. We talk about how we navigated the encounters and what we learned from them.

Interview with Sharon Hill from Doubtful News – Episode 42 from 2016-06-20T08:00

Today Jeb and I interview Sharon Hill from Doubtful News. We talk about skepticism, blogging, geology, weird questions, and how rocks are not Sasquatch skulls.

Ghost Hunting With April Beisaw – Archaeological Fantasies Podcast Episode 41 from 2016-06-13T14:10:13

On today's show, Jeb and Sara talk to Dr. April Beisaw about ghost hunting with her students. What do they really get out of it and what do they learn? They talk about technique, equipment used, an...

Digging New England Vampires – Episode 40 from 2016-06-06T08:00

Today we're talking with Retired Connecticut State Archaeologist Nicholas Bellantoni and his work with an interesting Vampire burial. We talk the hows and why's of this burial and what it meant to ...

Witches, Shamans, and Looters with Stacy Dunn – Episode 39 from 2016-05-30T08:00

Today we talk with Dr. Stacy Dunn about her chapter in Jeb's upcoming book, Lost City, Found Pyramid. Her chapter is entitled "Witches, Shamans, and Looters: Alternative Uses and Contemporary Ritua...

A History of Pseudo-Archaeology: Diffusion – Episode 38 from 2016-05-23T08:00

Today we begin looking at the fascinating history of Pseudoarchaeology. When did it begin and how did it develop over the years. Today we look at the history of Diffusionism and the beginning of Hy...

The Viking-Less Newport Tower – Episode 37 from 2016-05-16T08:00

We welcome Jeb Card on as a new co-host (don't worry, Ken's not really chained in the basement), and we talk a bout the archaeology around the Newport Tower and a little about the Lochness Monster....

Ken’s Excellent Epigraphy Trip, Davenport Tablets, and the Kensington Rune Stone – Episode 36 from 2016-05-09T08:00

Ken tells us how his epigraphy trip wasn't a vacation and how he spent five days examining the Davenport Tablets at the Putnam Museum in Davenport, Iowa, and the Kensington Rune Stone in Alexandria...

Archaeological Terms to Use and Abuse – Episode 35 from 2016-04-25T08:00

Today we talk about several archaeological terms that we hear get abused in the wild. We also get very meta and discuss the concept of archaeology and the field itself.

Excavating Roswell – Episode 34 from 2016-04-07T03:38:28

Today we're talking with Jeb Card about actual excavations that were undertaken at the Roswell site. Did they find extraterrestrial artifacts? Find out on this episode with Jeb Card.

Stonehenge – Episode 33 from 2016-03-28T08:00

Sara and Ken talk about Stonehenge and all it's glory. Who built it? How did they build it? When did they build it? Probably most importantly, why did they build it? Have your own theories? Post th...

The Mima Mounds – Episode 32 from 2016-03-13T09:00

What are the Mima Mounds? Are they natural? Were they created by gophers? Seismic activity? Humans? We explore all these possibilities and try to get down to the real cause. Get ready to think crit...

The Solutrean Hypothesis – Episode 31 from 2016-02-29T09:00

Today we talk about the controversy around the Solutrean Hypothesis and the modern misconceptions around the Bering Land Bridge.

The Importance of Myth and Oral Traditions – Episode 30 from 2016-02-15T09:00

Today we talk about a important aspect of archaeology, traditional myths and oral traditions. These two aspects are often overlooked or reinterpreted by the fringe in order to further their own ide...

The Bosnian Pyramids – Episode 29 from 2016-02-01T09:00

This time we're discussing the Bosnian Pyramids. Are they actual pyramids, or nicely shaped hills? Where are the people who built them? What evidence is there to support these claims?

A Legion of Roman Swords – Episode 28 from 2016-01-18T09:00

Today we talk with Andy White of the Argumentative Archaeologist Blog about the work he's been doing uncovering the truth behind the recently discovered Roman sword in Michigan. Andy walks us throu...

Out of Place Objects – Episode 27 from 2016-01-04T09:00

On today's episode, Sara and Ken discuss out of place artifacts, or, OOPARTS. The talk about a number of artifacts that have been "discovered" that appear to not belong to where they were found.

Mesa Verde and Horseshoe Canyon – Episode 26 from 2015-12-21T09:00

On today's show, Ken and Sara talk about two of the sites on Ken's list of 50 sites that everyone must visit: Mesa Verde and Horseshoe Canyon. These are great sites that almost anyone can visit.

The Nazca Lines and Cargo Cults – Episode 25 from 2015-12-07T09:00

Today we discuss the Nazca Lines, how they connect to Cargo Cults, where the alien goodies are, and how other cultures around the world used similar geoglyphs to denote identity and territory.

Jeb Card and the Mu Stones Pt 1 – Episode 24 from 2015-11-23T09:00

We interview Jeb Card again about his research into the Mu Stones.

Unintentional Looting – Episode 23 from 2015-11-09T09:00

On today's episode, Sara and Ken talk about unintentional looting. Have you ever excavated or removed artifacts from a site with good intentions? Well, they talk about why you probably shouldn't do...

The Legend of the Lighthouse – Episode 22 from 2015-10-26T08:00

Ken shares a touching story about his work. The Legend of Lighthouse shows how archaeology is used to solve histories mysteries and uses those answers to shed light on the lives of those around us....

Heavener Runestone and Cracked Cave from 2015-10-12T08:00

Today we talk about two well known tourist sites, the Heavener Runestone and Cracked Cave. Listen as Ken and Sara give the real story behind these two sites.LinksThe Heavener Runestone WebsiteConta...

Crystal Skulls and Herkimer Vodka – Episode 20 from 2015-09-14T08:00

We talk about the crystal skulls and the reality behind them.

The Real and the Fake, Baghdad Batteries and the Antikythera Mechanism – Ep 19 from 2015-09-07T08:00

Today we talk about two famous artifacts, the Baghdad Battery and the Antikythera Mechanism, one real, one fake. Which is which might surprise you. Also included, patented Sara and Ken rants and mu...

Old World Writing in the New World – Episode 18 from 2015-08-17T08:00

Today we look at several different examples of old world scripts being found in North America. We examine the authenticity of these scripts and talk about what else we'd like to see if these writin...

Atlantis – Archaeological Fantasies Episode 17 from 2015-08-03T08:00

In todays show we start looking at Atlantis. We talk about the origins of the story, what facts there are out there, how it became a popular myth, and we throw in a couple rant for good measure.

Afrocentrism and the New World – Episode 16 from 2015-07-20T08:00

Today we're talking about Afrocentrism. What is it? Does it hurt or help ancient African cultures? And, how does it affect archaeology in the New World?

Summer Digs and Indiana Mummies – Episode 15 from 2015-07-06T08:00

Today we catch up with Ken on his summer dig and talk about Mummies and actual archaeological controversies. Did Indiana just discover a mummy, or is it more media hype than truth? Also, were the C...

Jason Colavito and Ancient Aliens – Episode 14 from 2015-06-22T08:00

Sara and Ken interview author and scholar, Jason Colavito

Psychic Archaeology – Episode 13 from 2015-06-08T08:00

On today's episode, Sara and Ken talk about psychic archaeology. What does that mean? Does it work? Should archaeological sites start with a psychic reading? They'll answer those questions and more...

Jeb Card and Pseudo-Archaeology Pt 2 – Episode 12 from 2015-05-25T08:00

Today we air Part 2 of 2 of an interview with Professor Jeb Card at Miami University. Jeb talks about pseudo-archaeology and pseudo-history.

Jeb Card and Pseudo-Archaeology – Episode 10 from 2015-05-11T08:00

Today we air Part 1 of 2 of an interview with Professor Jeb Card at Miami University. Jeb talks about pseudo-archaeology and pseudo-history.LinksComing soon...Contact




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The Coso Artifact – Episode 9 from 2015-04-27T08:00

Today we discuss the phenomena of the Coso artifact, what it really is, how it formed, and why we're not all that impressed with it. Ken gives us all a new place to visit on vacation, and we discus...

The Curious Case of the Copper Culture Myth – Episode 8 from 2015-04-13T08:00

Today we are examining the Copper Culture Myth that has recently experienced a revival due to popular media. We discuss the origins of the myth, look at particular aspects of it, like over 1.5 bill...

The Newark Holy Stones – Episode 7 from 2015-03-30T08:00

We interview two authorities on the Newark Holy Stones, Brad Lepper and Jeff Gill. We go over the discovery of the stones, how they fit into the larger culture of faked artifacts of the Victorian e...

Giants! – Episode 6 from 2015-03-16T08:00

Today we talk with Andrew White about the current Giant craze. He gives us the relative origins of the "Giants Among Us" myth and talks about what "Double Rows of Teeth" actually means. We touch on...

Global Floods and Noah’s Ark – Episode 5 from 2015-03-02T09:00

Today we're starting to look at creationism. We evaluate the evidence for a global flood in both the geological and archaeological record. We compare the biblical myth with the Babylonian version, ...

Those Mysterious Mound Builders – Episode 4 from 2015-02-16T09:00

In this episode we look at the Mound Builder Myth in some detail. We discuss the history of the myth, the alternative explanations for the mounds, how Cyrus Thomas proved the mounds were built by N...

Fringe Archaeology and Giants – Episode 3 from 2015-02-02T09:00

Sara and Ken talk about Fringe archaeology, Ken's brush with the media, and Giants!

The Genetic Disk – Episode 2 from 2015-01-18T09:00

Sara and Ken talk about what the Genetic Disk is and the reality behind the story.

Debunking Pseudo-Archaeology – Episode 1 from 2015-01-05T09:00

Sara and Ken introduce themselves and talk about what this show's focus is going to be.