How Archaeologists Are Rethinking 5,200 Andean Holes

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Curiosity Meets The Past

Dr. Smiti Nathan

15 episodes

1 week ago

Curiosity Meets The Past is a podcast for curious minds who love learning about the past. Hosted by archaeologist Dr. Smiti Nathan, each episode features conversations with researchers, artists, and folx from diverse backgrounds who uncover unexpected stories behind objects, places, and people. No background in history or archaeology needed - just your curiosity. Learn more at smitinathan.com/podcast Cover art by Laura Fajín Riveiro & theme music by Noor Hanania

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How Archaeologists Are Rethinking 5,200 Andean Holes

Curiosity Meets The Past

27 minutes 26 seconds

1 week ago

How Archaeologists Are Rethinking 5,200 Andean Holes

What can over 5,200 holes carved into an Andean hillside reveal about ancient life? Digital archaeologist, Dr. Jacob Bongers, takes us inside his team’s new research at Monte Sierpe in Peru, including how their emerging hypothesis reshapes long-held ideas about the site’s purpose. And along the way, we talk about how archaeologists follow curiosity through evidence, collaboration, and community engagement.

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Jacob and his team’s publication: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/antiquity/article/indigenous-accounting-and-exchange-at-monte-sierpe-band-of-holes-in-the-pisco-valley-peru/41D83389D230D99CFF18194CF274A9A3
Jacob’s website: https://jacobbongers.weebly.com/

📝 Full transcript: https://smitinathan.com/how-archaeologists-are-rethinking-5200-andean-holes/

🎁 Bonus content: https://patreon.com/smitinathan

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🎙️ Curiosity Meets The Past is a podcast for curious minds who love learning about the past. Each episode features a 15-30 minute curated conversation with guests who reveal the layered stories behind objects, places, and people.