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The Archaeology Podcast Network FeedThe Archaeology Podcast Network FeedA Podcast Donnybrook with Tristan BoyleOn this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, we talk to our arch-nemesis, co-founder of the Archaeology Podcast Network, and host of the Modern Myth Podcast Tristan Boyle. We start out talking about our terrible impersonations of him and talk about where he is from and where he currently lives in the UK. We then delve into his formative years and how he got into archaeology. Tristan then nerds out about heavy metals in hair samples. We then ask him to recall the APN origin story. Tristan then talks about Unarchaeology as a response to inaccessibility within archaeology...2022-02-071h 06A Life In RuinsA Life In RuinsA Podcast Donnybrook with Tristan Boyle - Ep 94On this episode of A Life in Ruins Podcast, we talk to our arch-nemesis, co-founder of the Archaeology Podcast Network, and host of the Modern Myth Podcast Tristan Boyle. We start out talking about our terrible impersonations of him and talk about where he is from and where he currently lives in the UK. We then delve into his formative years and how he got into archaeology. Tristan then nerds out about heavy metals in hair samples. We then ask him to recall the APN origin story. Tristan then talks about Unarchaeology as a response to inaccessibility within archaeology...2022-02-071h 00Modern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of the British Empire with Dr. Kim A WagnerThis episode dives into the world of the British Empire - as it is viewed in Britain and the lingering narratives that surround it. Today's guest is Kim A Wagner, Professor of Global and Imperial History, who discusses the reality of the British Empire and challanges the "balance sheet" view of history which sees historical events as simply "good" or "bad". We also get on to the topic of the culture war that seems to be happening in the UK when it comes its own colonial legacy and in particular adherence to the reminders of that past in the forms...2021-05-051h 01Modern MythModern MythThe Black Trowel Collective with Aris Poliopoulos and Colleen MorganToday's epsiode is all about mutual aid, anarchism and archaeology. I sat down recently with Aris Politopolis and Colleen Morgan, both of whom are members of The Black Trowel Collective. We discuss what the BTC does and in particular the function of its microgrants, which provide $5-$300 in grants to students of archaeology, with no questions asked. We also talk about the ways in which anarchism has influenced this kind of work and what "anarchaeology" may mean in terms of working with others. You can find out more about Black Trowel Collective by visiting the website https://blacktrowelcollective.wordpress.com/ or...2021-03-2348 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Stirling Heritage with Dr Murray CookToday's episode we talk to Dr Murray Cook about his new book The Anvil of Scottish History: Stories of Stirling. We discuss what makes Stirling a place of deep history and how often this is overlooked. We also discuss excavations during covid and the benefits of being outdoors. You can find his book from where you purchase books or following this link https://www.extremispublishing.com/the-anvil-of-scottish-history.html Dr. Murray Cook also runs Rampart Field School http://www.rampartscotland.co.uk/ Stirling University Profile - https://www.stir.ac.uk/about/faculties/arts-humanities/our-research/centre-for-environment-heritageand-policy/people/honorary-and-associate-members/dr-murray-cook---hon-research-fellow/ PLease also...2021-02-2156 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of the Brutish Museums with Prof. Dan HicksThis epsode of Modern Myth is all about repatriation, restitituion and the return of artefacts. The Brutish Museums is a new book from Professor Dan Hicks, of the University of Oxford and Curator of World Archaeology at the Pitt Rivers Museum. In this episode we discuss the items that are currently in museums that were obtained during colonial times, under duress or through direct violence. In particular Professor Hicks has been working with the Benin Dialogue Group in order to have the Benin Bronzes returned to Nigeria. We also discuss what is meant by restitution rather than repatriation and its...2021-01-051h 10Modern MythModern MythHeritage Traineeships with Phoenix ArcherIt is always important to be open to hearing both when things go well and also when there are serious issues. In the UK, there is a feeling that systemic racism is either overemphasised or poses no real threat. However this ignorance leads to those who experience racism having to be suffer and work harder in order to have a normal life or employment.  In this conversation I am speaking to Phoenix Archer who gained a certification in Conservation with Historic Environment Scotland, a traineeship facilitated by the Next Step Initiative. Next Step provide opportunities for BAME individuals for traineeships an...2020-10-091h 00Modern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Archaeology in Nigeria with Ajayi BoluwajiThis episode was a privileged to record, I sat down with Ajayi Boluwaji, an archaeology based in Nigeria to talk about the similarities and differences when working in that part of the world. We discuss the colonial hangover that has greatly affected the perception of archaeology as well as the perceived economic disadvantage to doing archaeology. Ajayi describes how community archaeology is the way forward, in order to unravel and better interpret the past in Nigeria, by connecting people to their heritage and demonstrate the capability of the populations who lived in Nigeria, hundreds or thousands of years ago. He...2020-08-2145 minModern MythModern MythGod Save the Archaeological Record with Bill CaraherIt's your lucky day, punk. It's time to tear down walls and explore what the meaning of Punk Archaeology is and see what its perspective has to offer archaeology as a whole. I talk to Bill Caraher, who maintains the blog, Archaeology of the Mediterranean World and was also involved in the Archaeology Un-conference that spawned the book Punk Archaeology. We begin with his journey into archaeological through latin classes and then Classics, then after doing exams, decided to be an archaeologist. Bill has studied and worked in Greece at sites like Isthmia and led projects in Cyprus. We discuss...2020-07-2958 minModern MythModern MythArchaeology in Germany with Michaela SchauerArchaeology around the world may be different but the different ways in which countries operate may surprise you in their similarities, particularly when it comes to the things that could be better. Today's episode I sit down with Michaela Schauer who was one of the founding members of CIfA Deutschland. As a relatively new organization in Germany, CIfA Deutschland used the blueprint laid out by Chartered Institute for Archaeologists in the UK and adapted it to what was needed in Germany. We discuss the challenges of getting people on board and how getting involved is a way of things changing...2020-07-241h 01Modern MythModern MythA conversation with Amy NuttallIn this episode of Modern Myth I sit down with MA student Amy Nuttall to talk about ADHD and the common myths, and how it has shaped her university experience. She talks about her ungraduate studies, including spending time in a tent on the Welsh coast, in order to dig up ancient sites there. We discuss the ways in which archaeology could possibly be better for people with ADHD and talk about Amy's upcoming MA work that is about bellows and metallurgy.2020-06-1751 minModern MythModern MythBetween a Broch and a Hard Place - Caithness Broch ProjectWhat time is it? It’s time to Broch! In this episode I speak to Iain Maclean and Kenneth McIlroy of the Caithness Broch Project about building a Neolithic monument, the beginnings of the project and whether you should play music inside a Broch. Find out about the history of this ancient building structure and what the future is in the Caithness area in Scotland.    If you want to find out more you can head on over to their website or follow them on Twitter and Facebook2020-06-0457 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of MWAH with Rosie LoftusContent warning : Discussion about Harassment and mentions of sexual assault Today's episode features Rosie Loftus, Assistant Supervisor for CFA Archaeology, based in the UK. She is also one of the founding members of Mentoring Women in Archaeology and Heritage.We discuss the creation of MWAH and the kind of efforts it supports, and explore examples of why such a group may be necessary in our current world.   Information about the award ceremony where Dani Bradford was awarded the Marsh prize for Early Career Researcher https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cambridgeshire-50537720 Mentoring Women in Archaeology and Heritage Facebook Group https://w...2020-05-1355 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Step Back History (Featuring Tristan Johnson)Its time for Tristan Vs Tristan! In this classic re-telling of the movie Face Off, Tristan Boyle and Tristan Johnson go head to head to find out who the real Tristan is,. Only kidding, Tristan Johnson is the content creator behidn the Youtube channel StepBack History, which seeks to talk about history in a meaningful way. During this episode Tristan J outlines the reasons why he started the youtube channel and what he aims to achieve; how we reach out to certain audiences, especially those susceptible to alt-right indoctrination and sympathetic to right wing memes. We also cover how history...2020-03-251h 10Modern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Foreign Policy with Dylan BurnsThis is a very special episode of Modern Myth. We are talking all about foreign policy, what it is, how it affects our lives and why it is important that we are open about it. In this episode I talk to the youngest foreign policy advisor in the United States of America, Dylan Burns about foreign policy and its connection to heritage and history. We discuss modern conflicts and the relations between countries as well as what it means for repatriation in the future.  Also at the end of the discussion because this was livestreamed with Dylan, I answered some o...2020-02-281h 38Modern MythModern MythThe Archaeology and Anthropology Podcast with Dr Michael RiveraTo welcome in the new year, Tristan speaks to Dr. Michael Rivera, who is the creator of the Archaeology and Anthropology Podcast. We discuss the process leading up to the podcast’s creation, how to think about and plan ahead and be ready to release episodes. Michael explains the purpose of his podcast as well as the benefit of getting a diverse set of voices broadcast to a wide audience.  The Arch and Anth podcast releases 3 times a week, featuring guests from all areas exploring humanity’s history and development. Check out the social media and if you would like to su...2020-01-0850 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Turkey with Arie Akkermans - Modern Myth - Episode 6 Archaeology is not just about buried treasure, post-excavation analysis or even what issues exist in modern academia. Sometimes in order for us to understand where we are, we must walk in someone else’s shoes or hear from their perspective. This month’s Modern Myth Episode, I speak with Arie Akkermans, art critic, lecturer and expert in classical Greek history. Arie lives in Turkey, on the Princes Islands and gives us an ear to the ground with respect to the modern and present conflicts in the middle east as well as the way in which history plays a role in ju...2019-11-131h 01Modern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Turkey with Arie AkkermansArchaeology is not just about buried treasure, post-excavation analysis or even what issues exist in modern academia. Sometimes in order for us to understand where we are, we must walk in someone else’s shoes or hear from their perspective. This month’s Modern Myth Episode, I speak with Arie Akkermans, art critic, lecturer and expert in classical Greek history. Arie lives in Turkey, on the Princes Islands and gives us an ear to the ground with respect to the modern and present conflicts in the middle east as well as the way in which history plays a role in justi...2019-11-131h 02Modern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Turkey with Arie AkkermansArchaeology is not just about buried treasure, post-excavation analysis or even what issues exist in modern academia. Sometimes in order for us to understand where we are, we must walk in someone else’s shoes or hear from their perspective. This month’s Modern Myth Episode, I speak with Arie Akkermans, art critic, lecturer and expert in classical Greek history. Arie lives in Turkey, on the Princes Islands and gives us an ear to the ground with respect to the modern and present conflicts in the middle east as well as the way in which history plays a role in justi...2019-11-131h 02Modern MythModern MythHalloween Archaeohorror Stories Feat. Liz Pearson and Ellery ThomasSpooky Scary archaeologists! This podcast is an anthology of creative stories, all within the theme of Halloween and a little bit of heritage. Content Warning: Body Horror, Depressive thoughts, violence. The first story is "Mud", written and narrated by Tristan Boyle, it is the story of a field archaeologist who is confronting a sickening realisation. The next piece is a song called Nan Tuck, by Chalk Horse Music. Liz (of Chalk Horse Music) describes a witch legend in the County of Sussex where I live in the UK. It involves a woman that lived in the 16th century, Nan Tuck, w...2019-10-3037 minModern MythModern MythThe Modern Myth of Archaeological Fantasies with ArchyFantasiesWarning this episode contains a lot of fun, Foregoing a special American holiday, Tristan speaks with pseudo-archaeologist debunker, Sara Head, also known as ArchyFantasies of the ArchyFantasies podcast. We debate skepticism, pseudo-archaeology, podcasting, archaeogaming and much much more, Links Twitter : @anarchaeologist  @ArchyFantasies https://archyfantasies.com/ Music Credit: All music in this episode was created by Danny Boyle “Alone at bar at 3am” are both copyright to Danny Boyle – contact @OhDannyBoyle for more information.2019-08-211h 06Modern MythModern MythGenetics, Archaeology & The Far Right with Dr. Susanne HakenbeckThis episode is about the Modern Myth of genetics, race and archaeology that permeates through far right online spaces. Discussions over one’s personal ancestry from DNA testing kits, the fall of Rome and modern migration into Europe. Dr. Susanne Hakenbeck is a senior lecturer in historical archaeology at the University of Cambridge and her recent paper, Genetics, archaeology and the far right: an unholy Trinity identifies the ways in which extremist online spaces foster racist ideas about the past. However it is in many ways the genetic research uses unclear terms and casually equates genetic population and ethnic groups th...2019-07-3050 minModern MythModern MythInsurgent Empire and the Lost Voices in Colonialism with Dr. Priyamvada Gopaln this episode of Modern Myth, we begin to unravel the lesser known history of colony and the nuacned ways  in which people occupied the British Imperial space. Talking with Cambridge Reader, Dr. Priyamvada Gopal about her new book Insurgent Empire, Tristan asks what voices are unaccounted for in traditional retellings of the British Empire and why does that have an effect on the modern narrative. The many modern myths of colony are outlined and discussed as well as what the future holds in terms of solidarity with the world. Links Insurgent Empire - Verso Books Twitter : @priyamvadagopal @anarchaeologist2019-07-0450 minModern MythModern MythModern Myth Moment : RepatriationAnother Modern Myth Moment, the bitesize version of the Modern Myth Show.  Repatriation isn't just a feelgood measure, it has many effects and needs to be discussed far more in society, Inspired by a heated debate on Twitter, Tristan outlines his views on repatriation and why it links to foreign policy.2019-06-0514 minModern MythModern MythI Agree with Graham Hancock!? -Modern Myth Moment - IOk, before you type your strongly worded tweet or you decide to #cancel me please give me a moment to explain. As has been highlighted recently, archaeology has a problem with impact with getting the information out there. Perhaps there’s nothing wrong with the food, its just the service isn’t what you want. With his new book released graham hancock appeared on the Joe Rogan show and obviously talked at length about his book, he made some salient points and importantly he tied himself to those ideas and that’s where I think we can learn something about outrea...2019-04-3015 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 2 : The Modern Myth of Nuclear Power with Martin PfeifferQuick, Marty, we gotta save the world! From what!? From nuclear annihilation.Perhaps not so grand, but in this Modern Myth episode we get to grips with the ideas behind nuclear weapons and the boogeyman of radiation, Martin Pfeiffer is a PhD student researching nuclear anthropology and loves going into musems to #LickTheBomb, (he tells us how their casings taste) and what it means to be an activist for denuclearisation of the modern world. LinksCarol Cohn - “Sex and Death in the World of Defense Intellectuals.” Twitter:@NuclearAnthro - for cats and nuclear bombs@anarchaeologist - for your hosts malarky @Arch...2019-04-291h 11Modern MythModern MythEpisode 1 : The Modern Myth of Brexit with Kenny BrophyBrexit, it's a word we hear all too often, no doubt we are fatigued by it. But in the cusp of its realization perhaps we should look how we got here. What helped create the narrative and  what information was drawn upon in order to make it seem that leaving the EU was the decision to vote for, at least for three majority of people. I speak to Kenny Brophy from the University of Glasgow about his paper Brexit And Prehistory about the ways in which narratives were created and how people use symbols of the past to create their o...2019-02-0951 minModern MythModern MythArchWorld I : Virtualistation For the Masses - Episode 49Bring yourself online.....  The HBO drama Westworld has entered its second season, dealing with a robot revolt and what it means to be Artificial Intelligence and by extension, human. All against a backdrop of America's favourite cultural setting, the Wild West. Tristan uses Westworld to introduce his multi episode series on virtual archaeology and the importance of thinking about representation of archaeology; do we want a fun and engaging history that allows people to explore or should we let people "peek behind the curtain" in order to be more honest. Credit: Music - Danny Boyle Holographic Overture Alone at a Ba...2018-07-0416 minModern MythModern MythSupremacist Cheeseboard - Episode 48Content Warning - Racism, Far Right Wing Cheddar Man was only meant to be one data point within a wider data-set about prehistoric migrations into Britain. Instead the representation of Cheddar Man with dark skin sent the right wing blog-o-sphere into a media furore claiming conspiracy and bad science. And although its fun to laugh at white supremacists who make such a huge point of having direct lineage have to come to terms with a "black ancestor" - is this really the conversation we need to have? Surely there must be more to talk about when it comes to race...2018-04-161h 03Modern MythModern MythFarewell Persephone - Episode 47Today Tristan discusses and ruminates on death, funerary practices, and where archaeology fits into all of it.2018-03-0129 minModern MythModern MythWe Are The Decay - Episode 46Launching what he calls “The Archaeologist’s Manifesto” Tristan is back again (after another hiatus) and will be bringing a propaganda fuelled monthly podcast to your ears. Todays episode focuses on Decay and what that means in modern society – looking at how histories are treated and whether forgetting a history is as bad as damaging it for other ideological reasons.2018-01-2340 minModern MythModern Myth**-)#^$$ Intercepted Transmission^%^*"£^($&*£*£(*!*&)&)*7874099*)&)70*7*&890d9802017-12-1702 minModern MythModern MythEnd of Anarchaeologist - Episode 45Hello Everyone, this has been a long time coming - I have decided to retire for the moment this show. It won't mean the end of my work here at the network, in fact I will be more involved behind the scenes. I have things change in my life which means I don't have the same kind of time to record.    I will still be on Twitter and be available by email, so don't hesitate to contact me.     Music by D. Boyle2017-06-1120 minModern MythModern MythEnd of Anarchaeologist - Episode 45 Hello Everyone, this has been a long time coming - I have decided to retire for the moment this show. It won't mean the end of my work here at the network, in fact I will be more involved behind the scenes. I have things change in my life which means I don't have the same kind of time to record.  I will still be on Twitter and be available by email, so don't hesitate to contact me.  Music by D. Boyle 2017-06-1119 minModern MythModern MythEnd of Anarchaeologist - Episode 45Hello Everyone, this has been a long time coming - I have decided to retire for the moment this show. It won't mean the end of my work here at the network, in fact I will be more involved behind the scenes. I have things change in my life which means I don't have the same kind of time to record.    I will still be on Twitter and be available by email, so don't hesitate to contact me.     Music by D. Boyle2017-06-1120 minModern MythModern MythCIfA2017 #PTAC and a better Way - Episode 44Tristan is talking nonsense again, from a hole smashed through the wall of a normal timely schedule comes another new format episode including your favourite clips of a fictional dystopia. Topics covered in this episode is politics, being at CIFA, future conferences and perhaps touching on a better way of communicating archaeology.   LInks Sessions recorded at CIFA2017 Thanks to Doug Rocks-MacQueen - @Openaccessarch We strive to achieve standards – to be do better archaeology. The “manel” and the CIFA response and E&D Group response2017-04-2649 minModern MythModern MythYou Can Do it - Episode 43 - Anarchaeologist Today’s episode trials a new format of the Anarchaeologist podcast, now on a monthly release schedule (adhering to anything wouldn't be very anarchistic would it?).  Tristan talks about getting involved with projects and taking part in the world, and more importantly why everyone should feel at least they have some chance to do something worthwhile. A special recording is provided by Dr. Chloe Duckworth a.k.a. ArchaeoDuck. And for the first time on the network we hear from the 5YR Leader and his opinions on archaeology. 2017-03-2224 minModern MythModern MythYou Can Do it - Episode 43 - AnarchaeologistToday’s episode trials a new format of the Anarchaeologist podcast, now on a monthly release schedule (adhering to anything wouldn't be very anarchistic would it?).  Tristan talks about getting involved with projects and taking part in the world, and more importantly why everyone should feel at least they have some chance to do something worthwhile. A special recording is provided by Dr. Chloe Duckworth a.k.a. ArchaeoDuck. And for the first time on the network we hear from the 5YR Leader and his opinions on archaeology.2017-03-2225 minModern MythModern MythYou Can Do it - Episode 43 - AnarchaeologistToday’s episode trials a new format of the Anarchaeologist podcast, now on a monthly release schedule (adhering to anything wouldn't be very anarchistic would it?).  Tristan talks about getting involved with projects and taking part in the world, and more importantly why everyone should feel at least they have some chance to do something worthwhile. A special recording is provided by Dr. Chloe Duckworth a.k.a. ArchaeoDuck. And for the first time on the network we hear from the 5YR Leader and his opinions on archaeology.2017-03-2225 minModern MythModern MythI Vouch For Poucher - Episode 42Back in January, I spoke to the wonderful Cath Poucher, who runs the CPD Hertiage Blog and is part of the CIfA Equality and Diversity committee. In this conversation we discuss Stonehenge, Archaeological Twitter, being visible online and what its like to leave archaeology as a career.  Recorded in a 'dungeon' In the Bodleian Library     Links @Cathpoucher http://www.cdpheritage.co.uk/ @Anarchaeologist2017-02-2655 minModern MythModern MythWe Will Be the Decay - Episode 41Today's episode is an attempt to take on the #Archmanifesto "The Archaeologist's Manifesto" - a political slice of archaeology. In this episode, Tristan talks the new Stonehenge tunnel, why the past is important and why the discussion about what we support in history through the allocation of resources. Shout out to Evelyn on twitter who answered the hashtag #archmedia (@dingledodie77)2017-01-1858 minModern MythModern MythPreview New Season - Episode 41Welcome to the new age of the Anarchaeologist Podcast. Tristan is back to destory the very gorund beneath our feet with his approach to the gap between the past, the present and the future.    Full episode released 18/01/172017-01-1402 minModern MythModern MythRepatriation - Episode 40Today, Tristan rants about repatriation and rails against the British Museum! It's an exciting show that covers some serious topics in the news today.2016-07-2722 minModern MythModern MythLow Energy Plasmas - Episode 39Hello Everyone - a new episode with just myself talking this time - I am talking plasmas, science and how this may be a glimpse of the future of archaeology!    Links  Wiki on Induction Plasma Albuquerque Journal article   Social Media @Anarchaeologist2016-07-0622 minModern MythModern MythScience, Certification and Chris Webster - Episode 37Joining together in an all too rare occurrence, Tristan and Chris tackle the use of science in CRM archaeology. Since both podcasters arrived to archaeology from science based backgrounds, it was important to establish how that may have influenced how Chris views his field projects and how this became an inspiration for the Professional Certification for Scientists, a new learning website dedicated to bringing knowledge and credibility to those who work in the field or in the lab.   Links http://www.pcscourses.com/Social Media @Anarchaeologist – Twitter IG @ArcheoWebby - Twitte2016-06-151h 04Modern MythModern MythHARK THY HANDS ARE THOSE OF ICONOCLASTS! - Episode 36 The world has gone mad! At once decrying the death of heritage in the middle east by terrorist hands and then squeezing in the end of archaeology in the uk as we know it. I, the anarchaeologist, will topple the tyrannical narrative and try show the other side of the argument and why archaeologists over the uk are worried.Linkshttp://www.out-law.com/en/articles/2016/may/new-bill-will-restrict-use-of-pre-commencement-conditions-and-support-neighbourhood-planning/UK PetitionSocial Media@Anarchaeologist - Twitter IGtristan@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com 2016-06-0129 minModern MythModern MythHARK THY HANDS ARE THOSE OF ICONOCLASTS! - Episode 36The world has gone mad! At once decrying the death of heritage in the middle east by terrorist hands and then squeezing in the end of archaeology in the uk as we know it. I, the anarchaeologist, will topple the tyrannical narrative and try show the other side of the argument and why archaeologists over the uk are worried. Links http://www.out-law.com/en/articles/2016/may/new-bill-will-restrict-use-of-pre-commencement-conditions-and-support-neighbourhood-planning/ UK Petition Social Media @Anarchaeologist - Twitter IG tristan@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com2016-06-0130 minModern MythModern MythHARK THY HANDS ARE THOSE OF ICONOCLASTS! - Episode 36The world has gone mad! At once decrying the death of heritage in the middle east by terrorist hands and then squeezing in the end of archaeology in the uk as we know it. I, the anarchaeologist, will topple the tyrannical narrative and try show the other side of the argument and why archaeologists over the uk are worried. Links http://www.out-law.com/en/articles/2016/may/new-bill-will-restrict-use-of-pre-commencement-conditions-and-support-neighbourhood-planning/ UK Petition Social Media @Anarchaeologist - Twitter IG tristan@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com2016-06-0130 minModern MythModern MythPalmyra Must Fall - Episode 35"The Echoes of the Past speak louder than any voice I hear right now" - Farewell Mona Lisa, The Dillinger Escape Plan Words that have much meaning in today's iconophilic traditionalist society where the comical giants of politics saunter around proclaiming that simplybuilding 3D scanned monuments will somehow undo the damage done. Well don't hold out for any sympathies, because what the Palmyra reconstruction shows is that monumental heritage is more important than people. If there are unjustices and debate in the public sphere concerning the past then let us as archaeologists not shy away, let us challenge the status...2016-05-1824 minModern MythModern MythHe's not Dead, he was only busy - Anarchaeologist - Episode 34Guess who’s back with a brand new track, Tristan opens his first line of attack; pointing out his inability to hold to his own schedule. In this episode the Anarchaeologists meanders through the last few months including talking about the Hidden Heritage Conference in Dorchester and the CIfA conference in Leicester, mentioning people he’s met and things he has picked up. Sorry about the delay in releases, I will catch up very quickly, there is a lot of people on my pod list right now.   Links Scarf http://www.scottishheritagehub.com/ ADS http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/ Internet Archaeology http...2016-05-0128 minModern MythModern MythHe's not Dead, he was only busy - Anarchaeologist - Episode 34 Guess who’s back with a brand new track, Tristan opens his first line of attack; pointing out his inability to hold to his own schedule. In this episode the Anarchaeologists meanders through the last few months including talking about the Hidden Heritage Conference in Dorchester and the CIfA conference in Leicester, mentioning people he’s met and things he has picked up. Sorry about the delay in releases, I will catch up very quickly, there is a lot of people on my pod list right now. LinksScarf http://www.scottishheritagehub.com/...2016-05-0127 minModern MythModern MythHe's not Dead, he was only busy - Anarchaeologist - Episode 34Guess who’s back with a brand new track, Tristan opens his first line of attack; pointing out his inability to hold to his own schedule. In this episode the Anarchaeologists meanders through the last few months including talking about the Hidden Heritage Conference in Dorchester and the CIfA conference in Leicester, mentioning people he’s met and things he has picked up. Sorry about the delay in releases, I will catch up very quickly, there is a lot of people on my pod list right now.   Links Scarf http://www.scottishheritagehub.com/ ADS http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/ Internet Archaeology http...2016-05-0128 minModern MythModern MythEnabled Archaeology – Theresa O’Mahony – Episode 33Today’s episode takes a look at the unknown world of archaeology as experienced by people with disabilities and some of the barriers they face when it comes to working and learning in the archaeological and historical sector. I speak with Theresa O’Mahony of Enabled Archaeology, a post-graduate student at University College London, who has used her own experiences to motivate herself to research how those with disabilities are treated. In this episode she discuss some of her preliminary findings and shares some sad and shocking stories she has heard from those she has interviewed for her research. Theresa is l...2016-03-231h 03Modern MythModern MythQUB a Dub Dub 2 - David Bell and Jill AlmondDavid Bell and I sit down to talk theory, being a mature student and most importantly of all, swords. We meander through the physical parts of archaeology and how an engineer became an archaeologist studying swords. And of course David explains the difference between a knife, a halberd and a rapier.   Jill Almond is studying architecture in asylums in both Ireland and Scotland and compairing the uses of space to create different environment. We discuss what archaeology is and the wide variety of archaeologists that exist within the research environment.     @QUBGAP @historicasylums @anarchaeologist @ArchPodNet2016-02-2445 minModern MythModern MythQUB a Dub Dub - Belfast University ArchaeologistsYou could say I am in my element with this weeks show; part one of 2 of the wonderful conversations that I had with the wonderful people from Queen's University Belfast Geography Archaeology Paleoecology Group.    Links  https://twitter.com/justrena https://twitter.com/GAPQUB @Anarchaeologist2016-02-1037 minModern MythModern MythGöbekli Tepe, a conversation with Jens Notroff Episode 30In this weeks episode, we go for the strangest of the strange and oldest of the old, Göbekli Tepe. This site situated in Southern Turkey near the border with Syria and is argueably the oldest momument building by humans, around 11,000 years old. The oldest 14C date is around 9,700-9,300 calBC.2016-01-2739 minModern MythModern MythMark Watson and Hidden Heritage - Episode 29Tristan speaks to Mark Watson of Hidden Heritage.2016-01-1339 minModern MythModern MythAnarchaeologist Speaks: Used History and Lead Objects - Episode 28Today Tristan takes on the news in his usual rambling tones. The topics covered are from a number of different sources (listed below); with many modern discussions using history in hyperbolic ways to justify action and inaction, its time to step back and see how the past is used.2015-12-1627 minModern MythModern MythAnarchaeologist Speaks: Used History and Lead Objects - Episode 28 Today Tristan takes on the news in his usual rambling tones. The topics covered are from a number of different sources (listed below); with many modern discussions using history in hyperbolic ways to justify action and inaction, its time to step back and see how the past is used. 2015-12-1626 minModern MythModern MythAnarchaeologist Speaks: Used History and Lead Objects - Episode 28Today Tristan takes on the news in his usual rambling tones. The topics covered are from a number of different sources (listed below); with many modern discussions using history in hyperbolic ways to justify action and inaction, its time to step back and see how the past is used.2015-12-1627 minModern MythModern MythWorking all day, Eco Homes and Palmayra - Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 27Hello and welcome to another "I can't get a guest speaker so I am just going to ramble on anyway" episode. Today's episode is a bit more knowledgable than usual since I have now actually worked out in a field and not just poured over a textbook. I also wanted to talk about the recent news story of the ancient "Eco-home" and why that may a problem name and finally I talk a little about how people react to you telling them you're an archaeologist, or at least Anarchaeologist Tweet Tristan @Anarchaeologist Or Read the Blog2015-11-0429 minModern MythModern MythWorking all day, Eco Homes and Palmayra - Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 27 Hello and welcome to another "I can't get a guest speaker so I am just going to ramble on anyway" episode. Today's episode is a bit more knowledgable than usual since I have now actually worked out in a field and not just poured over a textbook. I also wanted to talk about the recent news story of the ancient "Eco-home" and why that may a problem name and finally I talk a little about how people react to you telling them you're an archaeologist, or at least AnarchaeologistTweet Tristan @AnarchaeologistOr Read the...2015-11-0427 minModern MythModern MythWorking all day, Eco Homes and Palmayra - Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 27Hello and welcome to another "I can't get a guest speaker so I am just going to ramble on anyway" episode. Today's episode is a bit more knowledgable than usual since I have now actually worked out in a field and not just poured over a textbook. I also wanted to talk about the recent news story of the ancient "Eco-home" and why that may a problem name and finally I talk a little about how people react to you telling them you're an archaeologist, or at least Anarchaeologist Tweet Tristan @Anarchaeologist Or Read the Blog2015-11-0429 minModern MythModern MythPaul's Disco Ball - Episode 26Paul Edward Montgomery  Today’s episode is with University of York PhD Paul Montgomery, public archaeologist  We sit down to talk public archaeology, Paul’s perspective on history and more importantly music and shows like Metalocalpse. Monogolian Throat singing rap? Metal bands based in history? Continuing into the history of Disco and why you avoid falling down Wikipedia holes. Paul also realises his love for big shiny outfits. We chat about race and class in Nicaragua where Paul grew up, the colonial origins of words and the state of archaeology in Nicurgua. Check out Paul’s blog belowhttps://archaeofiend.wordpress.com/https...2015-10-241h 11Modern MythModern MythStephen Reid Of Immersive Minds - Episode 25tephen Reid of Immersive minds takes us on a journey, from his time in call centres to his current business of using technology to educate. In particular, Stephen’s work on Minecraft recreations of historic buildings have taken the internet by storm with Penicuik House and Geocaching in Minecraft. I take the tough questions to Stephen about using videogames to help educate children and what the challenges and benefits are; Does Call of Duty belong in the classroom? Does Tetris have the answer?Stephen believes in immersion and you will too by the end of this episode. Remember to check ou...2015-10-0733 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 24 : Robert "The M stands for Mischevious" ChappleHello Everyone and welcome back to the Anarchaeologist podcast! It's been a while but we are coming back swinging with an absolute belter of an episode. Today I am speaking to the wonderful Robert M Chapple - a man infamous (they say) because of a Crannog in Ireland and a 'recovering archaeologist'. Adding to this we bring up having a reputation in archaeology (undeserved or otherwise) and how to survive outside the world of archaeology.  This has a lot of accent in it.  Remember to follow me @Anarchaeologist and @ArchPodNet on Twitter for updates and you'll definitely want to follow @RM...2015-09-171h 06Modern MythModern MythSoup and Sandwich Meal Deal : Episode 2 - Games, Egypt and SocietyHello Everyone or alternatively helo pawb if you are Welsh!   Once again I am joined by Mr. Soup from ArchaeoSoup Productions bringing a somewhat respectable air to the chaotic show! We talk topical stories in archaeology, Nefertiti's Tomb and why that ties into press releases and sensationalism in the media. Next up we talk about how history is misread by society and Mr. soup and I get into a bit of a back and forth about the purpose of history. We discuss the reaction to the recent Motherboard article by Andrew Reinhard and what that means for archaeology. Are you a...2015-08-191h 13Modern MythModern MythEpisode 23: EAA Glasgow, Social Media and Ask an ArchaeologistHello Everyone - so I lost episode 22 - oops, sorry.   Instead I am producing an episode here and now and with many more detintely in the pipeline. Today's episode talks about my new job, EAA Glasgow 2015 conference and what I have coming up for you in the next couple of weeks. An important message I would like to share is that of how speaking online isn't something we should do lightly, in fact, we should actually be more ready to listen to others and what they have to say rather than making sure our voice is the loudest in the r...2015-08-1234 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 21 : Tim Hunt, Biblical Vases and the Importance of ArchaeologyHello Everyone, sorry for the late release of this episode, I want to justify it with complaining about my life but I digress here is an episode of me rambling for an age. I would be in error if I didn't mention Tim Hunt and his recent comments (old news now) - relating to our own specific conversations in archaeology. Next up a story about a biblical vase and a name that appeared in the Bible. News about the Kennewick Man.  I finish the episode with a rant about the importance of Archaeology because it wouldn't be me if I d...2015-06-2738 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 20.5 : Announcements And UpdatesHello everyone, this is a quick update abotu what's happening over the next number of months with the Anarchaeologist podcast. I am having to spread myself quite thin and I really don't want to keep apologising for not releasing. I am thinking of changing to the format in the meantime to a "The Anarchaeologist Speaks" type in a bid to use what small time I have free to give you your well deserved episodes. Thank you to everyone who has interacted and talked to me on Twitter and elsewhere - you are amazing and keep me going   Thanks Tristan2015-06-1419 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 20.5 : Announcements And Updates Hello everyone, this is a quick update abotu what's happening over the next number of months with the Anarchaeologist podcast. I am having to spread myself quite thin and I really don't want to keep apologising for not releasing. I am thinking of changing to the format in the meantime to a "The Anarchaeologist Speaks" type in a bid to use what small time I have free to give you your well deserved episodes.Thank you to everyone who has interacted and talked to me on Twitter and elsewhere - you are amazing and keep me going2015-06-1417 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 20.5 : Announcements And UpdatesHello everyone, this is a quick update abotu what's happening over the next number of months with the Anarchaeologist podcast. I am having to spread myself quite thin and I really don't want to keep apologising for not releasing. I am thinking of changing to the format in the meantime to a "The Anarchaeologist Speaks" type in a bid to use what small time I have free to give you your well deserved episodes. Thank you to everyone who has interacted and talked to me on Twitter and elsewhere - you are amazing and keep me going   Thanks Tristan2015-06-1419 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 20: Gabe and Tristan Battle For the TruthHello and welcome back to a crowning example of what really happens when archaeologists talk at length. Gabe Moshenska makes a return to the show, bringing us up to date on his Oral Histories project but soon enough a wider conversation on the presentation of the Second World War and how history is used by various political factions to back up their own ideas. Furthermore we descend even deeper into the world of Political Correctness, the right wing and how archaeology can be part of rediscovering history.  WARNING: Contains Dirty Leftist Propaganda   Twitter: @ArchPodNet @GabeMoshenska @Anarchaeologist2015-06-101h 16Modern MythModern MythEpisode 20: Gabe and Tristan Battle For the Truth Hello and welcome back to a crowning example of what really happens when archaeologists talk at length. Gabe Moshenska makes a return to the show, bringing us up to date on his Oral Histories project but soon enough a wider conversation on the presentation of the Second World War and how history is used by various political factions to back up their own ideas. Furthermore we descend even deeper into the world of Political Correctness, the right wing and how archaeology can be part of rediscovering history. WARNING: Contains Dirty Leftist Propaganda Tw...2015-06-101h 15Modern MythModern MythEpisode 20: Gabe and Tristan Battle For the TruthHello and welcome back to a crowning example of what really happens when archaeologists talk at length. Gabe Moshenska makes a return to the show, bringing us up to date on his Oral Histories project but soon enough a wider conversation on the presentation of the Second World War and how history is used by various political factions to back up their own ideas. Furthermore we descend even deeper into the world of Political Correctness, the right wing and how archaeology can be part of rediscovering history.  WARNING: Contains Dirty Leftist Propaganda   Twitter: @ArchPodNet @GabeMoshenska @Anarchaeologist2015-06-101h 16Modern MythModern MythEpisode 19: Zenobie Wan Has Taught me WellTodays episode transcends the atlantic ocean to bring the wonderful Zenobie Garrett, Archaeologist living in New York but originally from Illinoise. We talk Mediveal archaeology and how it isn’t what you normally expect and how public archaeology is the most important thing we can engage in. I comment on the culture of archaeologists and Zenobie drops a few puns. We talk about what archaeology is and why we were both drawn to it. Find Zenobie on twitter @ZenobieWan2015-05-131h 14Modern MythModern MythEpisode 18 : Archaeodeath : Discussing the PestiferousToday we go into the depths of death; to the bottom of the pit to discover the man behind the blog Archaeodeath. Today's guest is Proffessor Howard Williams of the University of Chester, England. Here we discuss the meaning of death in archaeology and the role of Mortuary Archaeology as a specialisation. Despite this morbid topic, we have a wonderful chat about comedy, humour and not being super serious all the time (in fact sometimes it pays to be funny). Professor Williams explains the story behind his recent blog post on studying cemeteries.  We also talk about who can speak o...2015-04-291h 10Modern MythModern MythSoup and Sandwich Meal Deal 1Today's view special episode of the Anarchaeologist podcast is a lively news commentary on the latest archaeological news hitting the headlines. I am joined by Mr. Soup of Archaeosoup Productions to dissect and examine stories on cannibals, cognition and champagne. we go head to head in the worst archaeology jokes we can think of and I am corrected on pronunciation several times.    Stay tuned for this week's normal episode on Wednesday on the topic of ArchaeoDeath, in the meantime, head on over to the Archaeology Podcast Network to hear the other shows!   Mr Soup Twitter       Website          Youtube2015-04-2741 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Cannibalism, Picts and Online Resources Hello everyone, apologies for last week's no show - this week I'll bring an extra  special The Anarchaeologist Speaks - which it seems is becoming a more regular feature, especially for those who like me talking for around 15 minutesArchaeotech LiveStories:Cannibalism in Gough's Cave - http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nature-online/life/human-origins/humans-in-britain/goughs-cave-cannibalism/index.htmlPictish Fort in North East Scotland - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-32325310 Roman Burial Online resource - http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/archives/view/romangl/ Twi...2015-04-2221 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Cannibalism, Picts and Online ResourcesHello everyone, apologies for last week's no show - this week I'll bring an extra  special The Anarchaeologist Speaks - which it seems is becoming a more regular feature, especially for those who like me talking for around 15 minutes Archaeotech Live Stories: Cannibalism in Gough's Cave - http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nature-online/life/human-origins/humans-in-britain/goughs-cave-cannibalism/index.html Pictish Fort in North East Scotland - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-32325310  Roman Burial Online resource - http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/archives/view/romangl/   Twitter - Podcasts @Davidmaier7 - Podcast without Borders @StrangerCons - Stranger Conversations @Musingsofashibe -  Musings Of a...2015-04-2222 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Cannibalism, Picts and Online ResourcesHello everyone, apologies for last week's no show - this week I'll bring an extra  special The Anarchaeologist Speaks - which it seems is becoming a more regular feature, especially for those who like me talking for around 15 minutes Archaeotech Live Stories: Cannibalism in Gough's Cave - http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nature-online/life/human-origins/humans-in-britain/goughs-cave-cannibalism/index.html Pictish Fort in North East Scotland - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-32325310  Roman Burial Online resource - http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/archives/view/romangl/   Twitter - Podcasts @Davidmaier7 - Podcast without Borders @StrangerCons - Stranger Conversations @Musingsofashibe -  Musings Of a...2015-04-2222 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 17**WARNING CONTAINS ARCHAEOLOGICAL BLACK METAL** HARK! The trowels no longer shuffle in the dirt and the test pits have been dug. This week's episode settles down with Tristan aka The Anarchaeologist, as he goes on a tirade about news stories almost a month old. Fear not, dear listener, despite lacking topicality, Tristan assures me that his tone is witty, relentless and slightly over the top.  If you had ideas about ISIS or The Temple of the Monkey, prepare to be amazed at even more questions and pondering as well as some food for thought. The Anarchaeologist will return to normal p...2015-04-0122 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 17 **WARNING CONTAINS ARCHAEOLOGICAL BLACK METAL**HARK! The trowels no longer shuffle in the dirt and the test pits have been dug. This week's episode settles down with Tristan aka The Anarchaeologist, as he goes on a tirade about news stories almost a month old. Fear not, dear listener, despite lacking topicality, Tristan assures me that his tone is witty, relentless and slightly over the top. If you had ideas about ISIS or The Temple of the Monkey, prepare to be amazed at even more questions and pondering as well as some food for thought.2015-04-0121 minModern MythModern MythThe Anarchaeologist Speaks - Episode 17**WARNING CONTAINS ARCHAEOLOGICAL BLACK METAL** HARK! The trowels no longer shuffle in the dirt and the test pits have been dug. This week's episode settles down with Tristan aka The Anarchaeologist, as he goes on a tirade about news stories almost a month old. Fear not, dear listener, despite lacking topicality, Tristan assures me that his tone is witty, relentless and slightly over the top.  If you had ideas about ISIS or The Temple of the Monkey, prepare to be amazed at even more questions and pondering as well as some food for thought. The Anarchaeologist will return to normal p...2015-04-0122 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 16 Electric Archaeology with Shawn GrahamToday's episode we enter the electric zone of archaeology with our guide Shawn Graham. Talking about his blog and how it has led through his identity as an academic starting off and how it got him the job he has now because of it. We talk about Public archaeology and what it means and how we can deal with it.   And interestingly, how do archaeologists interact with each other?   Best summed up "There's no point in doing work for the audience of one"       Modern Myth RSS2015-03-1851 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 15 : Shamanism in The UKSporting a headdress of red deer bones and antlers, Masters student of Archaelogy James Dilley brings a flavour of Shamanism to the Anarchaeologist Podcast. We discuss the reality of Shaman practises in the UK (which I can’t pronounce properly the entire episode), and what life was like for bronze age wizards. We also discuss modern pagan groups and what inspired James to enter the Spirit World, and talks us through many important finds of Shamanistic burial sites, which ultimately influenced his Shaman kit. I ask whether it fits my Neanderthal frame.   We discuss modern pagan groups and James’ own attra...2015-03-0441 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 14: Experimental Vs ExperientialToday I sit down with the "Saturday Night Shaman" and owner of Ancient Crafts UK to shed light on the great debate of experimental Vs. experiential archaeology.   We talk through what goes into making stone axes and I quickly discover how much James likes knapping. James recalls his time on history tv shows such as Time Team and others and explains that link to experiential archaeology.     Ancient Craft UK website James' Twitter Anarchaeologist Twitter2015-02-1657 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 13: Archaeologie in 3DToday i speak to Eik jageman of Archaeologie in 3D twitter handle and blog. We discuss  the hows and whys of taking 3D scanning of archaeological sites and structures, how to get that information out there and the big issues with dealing with reconstructing the past.  We also talk about archaeology in Germany past and present, as well as making terrible generalisations!   Links Eik's Twitter Blog2015-02-0448 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 12 : Time Team (UK)Hello and welcome to a special episode of the Anarchaeologist podcast, today's show stars James Dilly, Kim Bidduph and Paul Carmichael. We are talking about Time team! We talk about what time team is and our fond memories of it, James reveals his special connections to Time Team, and we look at the future of what an archaeological show can be like.   Paul gives us an insight into the world of broadcasting and what hurdles future shows may face; so if you are interested this episode is for you!     We also talk about the Time Team Campaign on Change.org run...2015-01-2149 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 11: Schools Prehistory and a lot of other thingsHello and welcome to a slighlty delayed podcast episode, I haven't been feeling the best so I've been slow to edit. However this one is a good one. Today I speak with (sometimes at) Kim Biddulph of School's Prehistory, dedicated to providing great resources for educators about the past. In this episode we not only cover the history of Schools Prehistory but we take a look at archaeology, archaeologists, presenting history and I make a flailing defense of theory.   I apologise for some audio quality, I messed up my settings and I tried to edit as possible, I also apologise t...2015-01-0752 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 10 : A very Archaeological ChristmasMerry Christmas Everyone! So today is a very special episode - I took a very traditional Christmas poem and have put my own twist on it. I hope you enjoy and share it with your friends and colleagues. I also look back across my episodes and why I have even made this podcast. I also look forwards to new year and what shows I want to get made.     You can always send me an email or tweet me!   I am looking for guests for Archaeological Cross Section!  -------------------------------------------------- Follow these People  @MusingsOfAShibe @TRArchaeology @archaeogaming @openaccess @Brent_Huffman  @lornarichardson @Archaeos0up2014-12-2222 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 9 : Oral Histories - The Archaeologists Who Built LondonIn todays episode I speak to the wonderful Gabe Moshenska as he describes his latest project, the Archaeologists who built London. This is no ordinary project, this is an oral history of the archaeologists who dug in London after the bombing of the second world war and uncovered the rich history of the capital city. You will find a link below to the project page which is being crowdsourced via Micropasts and the video for the project features Gabe's very own artistic talent. We also manage to talk about archaeology in the public sphere, (unfortunately Mr. Moshenska has a soft...2014-12-1043 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 8 : Swapping Trowels for Controllers - Archaeology and Videogames Part 2The adventure begins once again! The mystery and adventure of archaeology lends itself easily to gamification, that is, general ideas about archaeology make for fun games; however can we learn something more from this interaction?  Is there a future in this area?  Here at the Anarchaeologist podcast, we would like to think so; this episode is following up on theme explored in our debut show with Andrew Reinhard. Although this time the reins are taken by Tara Coppelstone, who is doing her PhD at the University of York on Archaeology and Videogames.  In this episode Tara explains the connections between the...2014-11-2749 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 7 : Cornelius Holtorf and The Temple of Public ArchaeologyThis episode is in an interesting look into the balance between allowing people to talk about the past in their own terms and how academics can respond in meaningful ways. How can we decide on what the past is and also what it means? How should we deal with non-standard views of the past while maintaining our integrerity. Many archaeologists bemoan the way in  which the past is sensationalised for newspapers but could this be a blessing in disguise? Proffessor Holtorf's book - "Archaeology as a Brand" has been praised and critiqued by people all over the world; make up y...2014-11-1358 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 6: Archaeologists Under Fire/ Saving Mes AynakToday’s episode is a little different to others; I speak to Brent Huffman, a filmmaker with a passion for a site in Afghanistan Mes Aynak is under threat from a Chinese mining company who wish to perform open cast mining on the site to acquire the copper ore underneath. In this episode, Brent describes his motivation for travelling in a very dangerous part of Afghanistan and what he saw on site; I ask him about how his opinion of archaeology has changed over the course of filming and he describes his frustration with the politics of the site preventing me...2014-10-3041 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 5 : Anarchism and ArchaeologyToday I speak to Ed Gonzalez-Tennant about Anarchism and Archaeology, archaeology in the American south and how to apply these kind of ideas to methodology. Although Anarchism conjures up many different reactions, serious discussion of it has been lacking in academic circles. We explore what anarchism means, why some warn its a death wish to write about and how to topple the hierarchies of knowledge and history to provide a level field for everyone. If community archaeology interests you, this episode is for you. Also I completely lost it at one point so be prepared. I hope you enjoy listening...2014-10-1652 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 4 : Open Access ArchaeologyIn todays episode I have a conversation with Doug who runs the website open access archaeology. In addition to this website which has lots of handy links, he runs a twitter account @OpenAccessArch which  tweets out links to thousands of open access articles to read to your hearts content. OpenAccess has been causing a stir in academic circles but now more than ever, the paywall between the public and papers is being slowly dismantled. If you want to know more about open access listen to todays episode or head over to Open Access Archaeology     Intro Music is Something Right and Som...2014-10-0132 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 3 : Community ArchaeologyOn today's podcast I talk to Harriet and Dr Lorna Richardson about community archaeology; we discuss what it means in theory and in practise as well as responding to the phrase "archaeology is community archaeology or it is nothing". How can community archaeology bring people together? What does it mean to people? These questions and many are discussed in this downloadable podcast.   Tune in every fortnight and don't forget to find us on iTunes as well   Lorna Richardson Website Twitter @lornarichardson2014-09-1751 minModern MythModern MythEpisode 2 : Archaeology And New MediaToday’s episode is in two parts; first I talk to Tom Goskar who is the creator of the original Archaeocast and what it was like first podcasting back in 2004, what the future holds and he ends up quizzing me at certain points. The second guest is Mr. Soup, creator of the ArchaeoSoup Channel on Youtube; we get angry at people talking about Stonehenge and talk about the future of archaeology.   ___________________________________ Tom Goskar : Website Archaeosoup : Youtube Channel ; Website2014-09-031h 15Modern MythModern MythArcWelcome to the Anarchaeologist Podcast - In today's episode we take the first tentative steps into the world of Archaeology and videogames. My guest is Andrew Reinhard, self proclamined "Punk Archaeologist", publisher and runs the Archaeogaming blog.   We discuss archaeology's representation in videogames, archaeology in Skyrim and World of Warcraft and the future of archaeology in the gaming industry!   Feel free to comment or if you have feedback email admin@anarchaeologist.co.uk   Thanks to In An Instant for use of their music - which you can check out at http://inaninstant.bandcamp.com/2014-08-2055 min