Cooking Debris in an Australian Cave Tells a Story of Resilience
An archaeological project in Australia investigates 65,000 years of food scraps to understand Aboriginal peoples’ resilience amid changing plant life, sea levels, and climate.
Archaeology
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The Deep Human Story of Collecting Fossils
Dinosaur eggs, trilobites, and other fossils have intrigued humans for hundreds of thousands of years, inspiring their creative pursuits and their understanding of the natural world.
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Here’s How to Make Olive Oil Like an Ancient Egyptian
An archaeologist pieces together a recipe for olive oil crafted in ancient Egypt. It’s easy for you to try at home.
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Impossible Choices at the Crossroads of Motherhood and Fieldwork
Two anthropologists who’ve conducted fieldwork while being pregnant or new moms bravely share their personal experiences and call for family-friendly work cultures that align with human evolution.
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The Amazing Archive of First Nations Stories Written on Stone
Rock art created by First Nation peoples over the millennia are more than decorative. Non-Indigenous archaeologists are beginning to appreciate how they constitute an Indigenous archive of memories, histories, and relationships to the land and Ancestors.
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SAPIENS Podcast Season 4 Reflections and Celebrations
In this live event, a panel of archaeologists and podcasters celebrates the completion of SAPIENS Podcast Season 4 and RadioCIAMS’ SAPIENS Talk Back series.