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Into the Dust Archaeology

Jason

67 episodes

2 months ago

In this week's Archaeology Porn, we visit the Nazca Lines in Peru, a series of hundreds of geoglyphs that likely constitute the largest archaeology site on the planet. We document how and when they were made, and by whom as well as how they survived until today, awaiting our visit! In this week's Archaeology News, we cover 3 exciting stories: 1) West African DNA confirmed in Early Medieval England - Ancient DNA study from two cemeteries - one in Kent and the other in Dorset - confirm that p...

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In this week's Archaeology Porn, we visit the Nazca Lines in Peru, a series of hundreds of geoglyphs that likely constitute the largest archaeology site on the planet. We document how and when they were made, and by whom as well as how they survived until today, awaiting our visit! In this week's Archaeology News, we cover 3 exciting stories: 1) West African DNA confirmed in Early Medieval England - Ancient DNA study from two cemeteries - one in Kent and the other in Dorset - confirm that p...

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Into the Dust Archaeology

Episode 56 - The Nazca Lines & Archaeology News

In this week's Archaeology Porn, we visit the Nazca Lines in Peru, a series of hundreds of geoglyphs that likely constitute the largest archaeology site on the planet. We document how and when they were made, and by whom as well as how they survived until today, awaiting our visit! In this week's Archaeology News, we cover 3 exciting stories: 1) West African DNA confirmed in Early Medieval England - Ancient DNA study from two cemeteries - one in Kent and the other in Dorset - confirm that p...

2 months ago

29 minutes

Into the Dust Archaeology

Episode 55 - Theft of the Visigothic Reliefs and Archaeology News

In this episode of Archaeology Crime, we are going on a wild goose chase to recover a pair of stolen cultural treasures which were literally ripped off a small early Medieval church in rural Spain. The case was taken up by the leading art detective, who located the stone carvings in an unlikely place: a garden in England! Along the way, we'll learn a bit about the Visigoths, little known today but an influential people in European history. In this week's Archaeology News, we delve into 4 stor...

3 months ago

24 minutes

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Episode 54 - Kilmartin Glen Site Visit and Archaeology News

In today's site visit, we go to Kilmartin Glen County Argyll in Scotland, where thousands of years of archaeology are jam packed into a small glen between the hills. When it comes to stone, they've got it all - Neolithic stone circles, cairns, cist graves, Celtic crosses ... you name it! The indoor museum combined with the outdoor walk among the monuments creates a sublime archaeological experience in which you see the artefacts up close and personal in the excellent newly renovated exhibit a...

3 months ago

27 minutes

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Episode 53 - The Eternal Etruscans and Archaeology News - Ancient Coin Edition

In today's episode, we are going to delve into the Etruscan society. Whenever you hear about Antiquity, it's all GREECE, GREECE, GREECE, ROME, ROME, ROME. Well what if I told you before Rome was a powerhouse, the Italian peninsula and indeed the western Mediterranean was dominated by the Etruscan civilisation. Though their language has not been fully decoded, the archaeology they left behind tells us a lot of their story. Let's get a deep look into this lost culture, which survives in traces ...

4 months ago

30 minutes

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Episode 52 - The Derveni Krater and a Jamestown Paternity Scandal

In this week's episode of Archaeology Porn, we explore the Derveni Krater, an ancient Greek - or more accurately, Macedonian - drinking vessel, which would have been the center of a symposium...basically a raging keg party to our ancient ancestors. However, contrary to its sheen, this krater is actually made of Bronze, not gold. However, its incredible imagery, with inlaid metals and reliefs depicting Dionysus and other characters - both familiar and mysterious - more than make up for this! I...

5 months ago

23 minutes

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Episode 51 - Looting the Iraq Museum and Archaeology News

In this week's episode of Archaeology Crime, Jason takes you through the looting of the Iraq Museum in the wake of the US-led invasion of 2003. As Saddam Hussein's Baathist regime was crumbling, international antiquities traffickers were already at work selecting their targets from among the Iraq Museum's many treasures. Though many of the looters were just normal Iraqis looking to make a buck or simply attack a symbol of the hated regime, professionals were definitely involved, and they knew...

5 months ago

23 minutes

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Episode 50 - Most Underrated Archaeology Sites (Part 3) and Archaeology News

Episode Summary In this episode, Jason finishes his list of the (now Top 15) most Underrated Archaeological Sites. We visit: 1) Merv, Turkmenistan 2) Çatalhöyük, Turkey 3) Sanxingdui, Sichuan, China 4) Great Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe 5) Hegra, Saudi Arabia Then, we do a rundown of recent archaeology news. The stories featured are: 1) Ancient footprint patterns and drag marks in New Mexico's White Sands National Park which suggest the oldest transportation technology ever found and a means of transpo...

5 months ago

28 minutes

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Episode 49 - Top 10 Most Underrated Archaeology Sites (Part 2) and Archaeology News

Episode Summary In this episode, Jason continues taking you to some seriously underrated sites where you can nevertheless make some amazing archaeological discoveries. We cover sites in South America, Africa, Asia, and Oceania: 1) Timgad, Algeria 2) Caral, Peru 3) Meroë, Sudan 4) Plain of Jars, Laos 5) Nan Madol, Micronesia Next, Archaeology News delves into the intriguing findings from North Africa, particularly the Maghreb region. It highlights the genetic dist...

6 months ago

20 minutes

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Episode 48 - Top 10 Most Underrated Archaeology Sites (Part I) and Archaeology News

Episode Summary In this episode, Jason takes you on a tour of top 10 most underrated archaeological sites in the world, or at least that he knows about! Because there is so much to get to, it’s broken down into two parts, with this first segment focusing on North America and Europe. The sites to be featured are: 1) Herculaneum, Italy 2) Carnac, France 3) Skara Brae, Scotland 4) Poverty Point, Louisiana, USA 5) Cahokia Mounds, Illinois, USA And for today’s Archaeology News, we focus on a...

6 months ago

24 minutes

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Episode 47 - Giacomo Medici's Antiquities Smuggling Ring and Archaeology News

The episode begins with the gripping tale of Giacomo Medici, one of history’s most infamous antiquities traffickers. Known as the kingpin of looted artifacts, Medici masterminded a vast smuggling network involving tomb raiders, Swiss Freeport warehouses, and high-profile museums. Host Jason Cohen unravels how these looted treasures, like the famed Euphronios Krater, were laundered through polished auction houses and ended up in major institutions such as the Met. Despite his attempts to escap...

7 months ago

24 minutes

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Episode 46 - Rules for Visiting Archaeology, Sanxingdui & Jinsha Archaeology Sites

Episode Summary Episode 46 of Into the Dust dives straight into an essential guide for visiting archaeological sites and preserving their historical integrity. Host Jason Cohen alternates between "do's" and "don'ts," offering practical advice infused with humor and insight. From sticking to marked trails and avoiding the temptation to pocket small souvenirs, to studying a site's history in advance and respecting local rules and traditions, Jason emphasizes the importance of being a thou...

8 months ago

30 minutes

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Episode 45 - Unearthing the Sutton Hoo Helmet and Ancient Shaman Burials

Get ready to dig deep into one of the greatest archaeological finds in British history! This episode explores the legendary Sutton Hoo Helmet, from its discovery in a 1939 ship burial to its painstaking restoration and fascinating design. Learn about how this intricate piece of Anglo-Saxon artistry was pieced together from fragments, what its stunning carvings and face mask reveal, and the theories about who might have worn it—perhaps even King Rædwald of East Anglia. But it gets even j...

8 months ago

21 minutes

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Episode 44 - The Best of LIDAR and Pirate Archaeology

Episode 44 Summary Welcome to this episode of Into the Dust! This week, we’re covering two topics from the world of archaeology. First, we’ll deep-dive into swashbucklimg pirate archaeology, uncovering artifacts and shipwrecks from the Barbary corsairs and legendary pirate Blackbeard. Then, we’ll explore groundbreaking finds made possible through LIDAR technology, revealing ancient civilizations long hidden from view. Get ready for a thrilling mix of history, technology, and discovery! ...

8 months ago

34 minutes

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Episode 43 - The Best of Neanderthal and Viking Archaeology

This week’s episode features previous segments about two iconic groups in history— Neanderthals and Vikings. We uncover fascinating discoveries about their lives, cultures, and legacies through groundbreaking archaeological research. From understanding Neanderthal DNA’s impact on modern humans to unraveling the secrets of Viking exploration and burial practices, this episode is packed with insights for history enthusiasts. We look into 6 different topics: 00:14: Overview of the Neandert...

8 months ago

44 minutes

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Episode 42 - Khmer Antiquities Looting and a Visit to Angkor

Segment 1 - Latchford's Looting of Cambodia' Cultural Heritage A deep dive into the looting of Cambodia's cultural heritage by a 'respectable' collector, Douglas Latchford Sometimes even the most respected people have a dark side... And one of those people would be Douglas Latchford, a renowned collector and amateur scholar of Khmer antiquities. At the same time, he was actually responsible for stealing a huge portion of Cambodia's cultural heritage through decades of art trafficking. The s...

8 months ago

30 minutes

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Episode 41 - Terracotta Warriors Site Visit and Archaeology News

Episode Summary This episode covers one of the ultimate archaeology site visits: the Terracotta Warriors, just outside of Xi'an, China. Created to guard the tomb of the infamous Emperor Qin Shi Huang, builder of the Great Wall of China, this veritable archaeological army was among the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century. In this episode, we discover its history, its unlikely discovery by a farmer, and how to visit. Also, in Archaeology News, we look at 3 recent archaeolo...

9 months ago

28 minutes

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Episode 40 - Indian Antiquities Heist and an Archaeological Battle of the Sexes (via ancient DNA)

In this episode, we delve into one of the biggest antiquities heists of the last few decades based on how long it lasted, how much stuff was looted and how many different places it all wound up...everywhere from local flea markets to the most venerable museums in the world. This is a story of the wholesale looting of India's cultural heritage and the fight for justice and to bring back the stolen antiquities. We then review two recent ancient DNA studies - one of Iron Age Britain and the othe...

9 months ago

34 minutes

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Episode 39 - Site Visit to Borobudur and Archaeology News (feat. long-lost royal treasure!)

In this episode, we take an archaeological tour of the largest single Buddhist temple on earth, Borobudur in Central Java. Rediscovered by outsiders in 1814, the enormity and intricacy of this temple tells us a lot about the advanced civilization that constructed it, but also leave a lot of open questions. We then do an archaeology news update, featuring royal treasures of Lithuania which were recently rediscovered, a 3,000 year-old city unearthed in southern China and a possible resolution o...

9 months ago

27 minutes

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Episode 38 - Secrets of the Rosetta Stone and Archaeology News

In this episode of Into the Dust, Jason reveals the history and secrets of the Rosetta Stone and how it allowed archaeologists and historians to access Ancient Egypt like never before. We also review some exciting archaeology news from the holidays and early January: 1) Discovery of a sorcerer-doctor-dentist at the pharaoh's court in Ancient Egypt 2) A Bronze Age site in Georgia - Dmanisis Gora - revealed to be much larger than before and thrived through the Bronze Age Collapse 3) Pre...

9 months ago

24 minutes