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The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: The Real Monsters Behind Mythology - Part IIIn this week's episode of PillarTalk, Will, Joe and Lewis are going back to one of the first episodes to do a part two of the real monsters behind mythology. Joe takes a look at the mysterious Wendigo of North America, Will discusses the Abarimon with some of the possible explanations for their appearances in history and Lewis takes a look at the Buddhist origins of the infamous Yeti or the Abominable Snowman.
2021-01-1258 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: 2020 RecapIn this episode of PillarTalk we take a look back at this years podcast episodes, the climate of 2020, some ancient festivals and our hopes for 2021. Thanks to everyone who has listened in 2020, here's to many more!
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Contact Email: caha.socialmediaofficer@gmail.com2021-01-0130 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: Race and Diversity in CAHAEIn this week’s episode we are discussing race and diversity within the discipline of Classics, Ancient History, Archaeology and Egyptology, the challenges people of colour face within this discipline and ways we as a department can overcome these obstacles. In the episode we are joined by CAHAE Society members Dan and Tahira, fellow UoM lecturers Dr Hannah Cobb & Dr Roberta Mazza and Tanya from Teach Black Studies UoM. Here the CAHAE society we feel very passionately about making our discipline as inclusive and diverse as possible, we hope in the future we can continue to make progress an...2020-12-1355 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: Dodgy Deaths - Georgie, Alexander the Great, La Brea Woman*Viewer Warning* - Discussion of death + burial - Images of human remains
DISCLAIMER: This episode was filmed using Zoom due to the current UK COVID-19 restrictions, Lewis and Joe are in the same household so Will joined via Zoom.
In this week’s episode of PillarTalk, Will rejoins Lewis and Joe for another instalment of 'Dodgy Deaths' - this time looking at Georgie, the young boy found beneath the Vindolanda Fort, Alexander the Great's potential cause of death and La Brea Woman - one of the oldest murder victims in the USA. &nb...2020-11-1000 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: F - Forensic Archaeology and AnthropologyIn this week’s episode Alice, Nikki and Jenny discuss the ins and outs of Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology! This includes a discussion about what forensic archaeology and anthropology is, how it can be used and also what important ethical problems can occur in this specific area of archaeology. We would like to take this chance to reiterate our disclaimer from the podcast: “This episode of the podcast will be discussing human remains and specific cases, both in terms of domestic homicide investigations and also international disaster and conflict events- in particular, the Asian tsunami of 2004, 9/11, the Grenfell Towe...2020-10-2400 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: E - Experimental ArchaeologyWe’re already at the 5 th episode of the A-Z of Archaeology! In this episode Jenny and Alice are joined by a very special guest- Dr John Piprani, who joins them to talk all things experimental archaeology. This includes his work in the public engagement aspect of experimental archaeology, how experimental archaeology has been useful in his own research and also how the University of Manchester includes experimental archaeology within the archaeology department! Join us in the next episode for “F: Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology”.
2020-10-0900 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: Ancient Demons & Where to find themIn this week’s episode of PillarTalk, Lewis, Flo and Joe explore the ancient world of demons, deities and demonic possession. We discuss Mesopotamian deity and star of ‘The Exorcist’ - Pazuzu, The Seven Princes of Hell and the number of the beast. This festive Halloween episode raises the question about why the media and Hollywood loves making movies about demons and exorcism and we ponder the impact demons had on the everyday lives of ancient communities.
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The Ex...2020-10-0400 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: D - DorstoneIn Episode 4 of the A-Z of Archaeology, Nikki, Alice and Jenny are joined by a very special guest- Professor Julian Thomas as he discusses the Neolithic site of Dorstone Hill, the artefacts that have been found there and what is next for University of Manchester excavations in the Dorstone area. Alice and Nikki also discuss their experience of digging at Dorstone, from the section drawings, to the camping, to the local pub. Join us in the next episode for “E: Experimental Archaeology”.
To find out more about Dorstone Hill and the University of Manchester excavations at the site...2020-09-2632 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: Should We Display Human Remains?In this week's episode of PillarTalk Will is away in Cyprus on an archaeological dig so in place of him we have this years social secretary and UoM student Flo! We discuss the controversial topic of displaying human remains in different settings and the ethical debate that occurs when we talk about how the remains of ancient people should be treated. Should museums display human remains at all? Is there a justification to display when it is educational? and how do modern humans perceive death and the body? Todays episode includes conversation about Egyptian Mummies, Scientific specimens and modern...2020-09-1740 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: C - Cabinets of CuriosityWe’re now on episode three of the A-Z of Archaeology! In this episode we join Alice, Jenny and Nikki as they discuss cabinets of curiosities and antiquarians. They delve into the differences between antiquarians and archaeologists and between cabinets of curiosities and museums and also discuss the very relevant topic of whether museums should repatriate their stolen items back to their country of origin! Next up, “D: Dorstone”, with a very special guest (three guesses who it might be).
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https://www.bbc.co...2020-09-1032 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: The Best and Worst Roman EmperorsOn this week's episode of PillarTalk we are joined by our friend and UoM Masters Student - Jess Charlesworth, to discuss who we think are the best and worst Roman emperors . Including debates surrounding the intentions of Nero, Antoninus Pius and our favourite cleaning products - plus! two wine spills and an entire wine glass smash. 2020-09-0641 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: B - BirkaThis week Jenny and Nikki have been abandoned by Alice, but joined by special guest Alex, a Scandinavian history and rune expert to talk all things “Birka”. This includes discussing the historical context of the sites, the runes found at the site and throughout the Viking world and also a discussion on the scientific analyses used to find out more about the individuals buried at Birka- including the “Female Viking Warrior” of Grave BJ581. They also repeatedly mention moving to Scandinavia and the fact that Alex is very possibly being paid by the Scandinavian Tourism Board. Join us next time for...2020-08-2634 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: The real monsters behind mythologyIn this weeks episode of PillarTalk, Joe, Will and Lewis discuss some of the origins behind some of the most iconic monsters of ancient mythology including the Minotaur, Cyclops, Sirens and even Hobbits. We discuss some of the social and scientific explanations to their inclusion within folklore and oral tradition and try to deduce how ancient people may have explained these creatures!
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Instagram & Twitter: @uomcahaesociety2020-08-1853 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastA-Z Archaeology: A - AltamiraIn episode one of the A-Z of Archaeology, Nikki, Jenny and Alice discuss the cave art at Altamira and other cave sites of the Palaeolithic, including theories about why cave art was produced, the scientific methods behind dating the art and also a debate on whether the closing of Altamira to the public was a good decision. They also struggle to pronounce Spanish names, have a lengthy discussion about Twilight and repeatedly invite Robert Pattinson to be a guest on the podcast- off to a great start then! Join us next time for “B: Birka Viking Burials”.
2020-08-1242 minThe UoM CAHAE Society PodcastPillarTalk: Dodgy Deaths - Boudicca, Emperor Claudius, Ötzi the IcemanThe theme of this episode of PillarTalk is 'Dodgy Deaths' where we explore 3 questionable deaths or burials and analyse them to see if we can find the truth as to what really happened. Today we're looking at the debated resting place of Celtic Queen Boudicca, whether Emperor Claudius was poisoned or not, and if Otzi the Iceman was a victim of ritual sacrifice.
Stay tuned for more episodes!2020-08-0659 min
The UoM CAHAE Society PodcastAn Introduction to the CAHAE PodcastJust a very quick introduction to how the podcast is going to work and the society members who will be running the different episodes - stay tuned for our first full episode coming very soon!2020-08-0401 min