Best Eleanor Janega Podcasts (2024)

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INCREDIBLE ARCHAEOLOGY DISCOVERIES | Time Team News (Best of 2023 Feature-length Compilation) 1:07:21

5M ago1:07:21

1:07:21

A compilation of the amazing stories and finds featured in Time Team News in 2023. Presented by Dani Wootton, featuring Derek Pitman, Lawrence Shaw, Helen Geake, Carenza Lewis, John Gater, Miles Russell, Philippa Walton, Harry Manley, Megan Russell, Tim Fitzhigham, Richard Osgood and Harvey Mills. Time Team News is a monthly update of archaeologica…

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TIME TEAM NEWS #5 - CORNISH FOGOU REVISIT & RIVER RITUALS | PLUS huge Bronze Age hall! 18:47

5M ago18:47

18:47

Time Team News is your monthly helping of archaeology stories and discoveries from Britain and across the world! In Episode 5, we return to Boden Fogou in West Cornwall to find out the latest developments since Time Team's dig in 2021. Matt 'Bear' Clark brings our 3D reconstruction interpretation up to date with the new findings. Dr Derek Pitman an…

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TIME TEAM NEWS #4 - AI READS SCROLLS & SHAKESPEARE’S BOARDS | PLUS ancient wooden structure 17:05

6M ago17:05

17:05

In Episode 4 of Time Team News, Dani Wootton takes a closer look at the use of artificial intelligence to read ancient scrolls, and the world's oldest wooden structure in Central Africa. Meanwhile, Helen Geake visits King's Lynn in Norfolk to investigate the boards of the Bard, William Shakespeare. Plus, we're treated to an exclusive preview of an …

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TIME TEAM NEWS #3 - CELTIC TORC & MAYAN PALACE! Carenza’s surprise award & Operation Nightingale 16:23

8M ago16:23

16:23

It's time for another helping of Time Team News, featuring archaeological stories from across the globe. Dani Wootton takes a closer look at recent discoveries including an Iron Age gold torc and a palatial Mayan building in Mexico. Elsewhere, Dani catches up with Carenza Lewis on site, to hear some exciting news, while Helen Geake speaks with Oper…

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TIME TEAM NEWS #2 - LOST ABBEY & ANCIENT ORKNEY 17:46

8M ago17:46

17:46

Dani Wootton returns with another instalment of archaeology news and discoveries from around the world. Stories this episode include the rediscovery of a lost Medieval abbey in South West England, John Gater in ancient Orkney and prehistoric inhabitants of North America. This is not one to miss! The original video from this podcast is available to …

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TIME TEAM NEWS #1 - AMAZING DISCOVERIES! Bronze Age Finds & Roman London 13:35

8M ago13:35

13:35

Introducing TIME TEAM NEWS: Our brand new monthly feature, showcasing amazing archaeological discoveries from around the world and updates from the team. This episode, presented by Time Team's community archaeologist and finds specialist, Dani Wootton, our stories take us to London, Germany and China, while Dr Derek Pitman visits Bournemouth Univer…

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My New Podcast: AI FOR HUMANS 58:01

9M ago58:01

58:01

Hi everyone! Hope y'all have been doing good in the two years since I last updated this feed with a podcast. I *adored* doing Way Too Interested and I'm so thankful to all of my guests but at the time it turned out to be too much for me to do on a weekly basis. However, I'm not giving up on the idea of doing it again in the future! F…

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Dani Wootton: 5 Fantastic Finds | Time Team - Dig 2 9:53

2y ago9:53

9:53

Finds specialist Dani Wootton takes a closer look at five fantastic finds discovered during Time Team's dig of the Broughton Roman villa in Oxfordshire. This incredible dig amassed a fascinating range of finds over the three days, stretching from the Roman to more recent periods. The original video from this podcast is available to watch on the Tim…

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Dani Wootton: Virtual Dartmoor - Laser Scanning a Devon Farmhouse 11:21

2y ago11:21

11:21

Throughout the year, in between our main dig episodes, we’ll be dropping in on a range of other interesting archaeological projects that feature Time Team's friends and family. In this episode, Dani Wootton pays a visit to Dartmoor National Park, Devon, in South West England, where a team from the University of Plymouth are digitally scanning an hi…

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Stewart Ainsworth: Rivers & Roads | Ancient Routes | Landscape Archaeology 16:25

2y ago16:25

16:25

Time Team's Landscape Archaeologist Stewart Ainsworth takes us on a journey across ancient roads and river valleys of England. Stewart traces the prehistoric landscape around the Cotswolds, bringing us closer to the world the Romans would have witnessed prior to Britain's Golden Age of villa construction... Watch the original video interview here.…

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SNEAKER CULTURE with Heather Anne Campbell and Michael Sykes 58:48

2+ y ago58:48

58:48

On today's episode of Way Too Interested, writer/comedian Heather Anne Campbell, the co-host of the gaming podcast Get Played, talks with Gavin Purcell about her obsession, sneaker culture. Heather also talks about how she started doing live comedy when she was 14, why she no longer believes her interests and hobbies are totally in her control, and…

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Dr Eleanor Janega & Neil Emmanuel: Welcome to the Middle Ages 34:07

2+ y ago34:07

34:07

What's the difference between Medieval and the Middle Ages? What was so dark about the Dark Ages? And was the Great Famine really that great? Dr Eleanor Janega answers these questions and much more, in her concise yet comprehensive guide to the Middle Ages that packs a punch. 'The Middle Ages: A Graphic Guide' is a razor-sharp introduction to a fas…

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John Preston: Beyond The Dig - Sutton Hoo 23:42

2+ y ago23:42

23:42

In this exclusive interview, critically acclaimed author of 'The Dig', John Preston chats to Time Team's creator and Series Producer, Tim Taylor, to discuss one of Britain's most incredible archaeological discoveries: Sutton Hoo. They consider the amazing discovery of the Anglo-Saxon burial by Basil Brown and Edith Pretty (as recently portrayed in …

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FLY FISHING with Paul Bae and Stan Ulanski 51:01

2+ y ago51:01

51:01

On today's episode of Way Too Interested, screenwriter and "The Black Tapes" creator Paul Bae talks with Gavin Purcell about his obsession, fly fishing. Paul also talks about his circuitous path to being the creator of a hit podcast, why his grandmother flew into a rage upon being told that he had become a comedian ... and the time his stand-up com…

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John Thomas: EPIC MOSAIC DISCOVERY! 26:20

2+ y ago26:20

26:20

A major archaeological discovery was made by a British farmer during lockdown – a large Roman villa, complete with an intriguing mosaic depicting scenes from Ancient Greek mythology... buried under a field in England. The mosaic discovered in England's smallest county, Rutland, tells a story that stretches back thousands of years into the Bronze Ag…

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THE CONCEPTUALIZATION OF SEX with Dr. Eleanor Janega and David Halperin 1:10:26

2+ y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

On today's episode of Way Too Interested, medievalist Dr. Eleanor Janega talks with Gavin Purcell about her current obsession: The conceptualization of sex. She explains how her field of study has been distorted in the popular imagination, how medieval people thought about sex, and the surprisingly similar way modern internet communities are talkin…

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Fossils & Finds: Jurassic Pompeii and Sid’s back garden find! 42:18

2+ y ago42:18

42:18

Time Team meets Sid, a young boy who made an incredible ancient discovery in his back garden, when looking for pottery during lockdown. Sid's amazing find made the national headlines here in the UK and he has since appeared on iconic children's TV show, Blue Peter. We're also joined by Dr Tim Ewin, Senior Curator at the Natural History Museum to di…

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INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS with Anil Dash and Dan McNichol 1:19:58

2+ y ago1:19:58

1:19:58

On today's episode of Way Too Interested, writer/podcaster/Glitch CEO Anil Dash talks with Gavin Purcell about his fascination with America's interstate highway system, which started with his father — a civil engineer given a "genius visa" to immigrate from India to help build America's highways and bridges. Anil also talks about his personal histo…

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Prof Helena Hamerow: Anglo-Saxon expert on the Saxon Hall 43:40

2+ y ago43:40

43:40

We catch up with old friend and authority on Anglo-Saxon archaeology, Prof Helena Hamerow for a wide ranging discussion, covering everything from Saxon royal power bases to discoveries including the Staffordshire Hoard. Helena – a key contributor to our dig at Sutton Courtenay, featured in last week's Time Team Classic – takes a closer look at Saxo…

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CREEPYPASTA with Chuck Wendig and Lucia Peters 1:03:42

2+ y ago1:03:42

1:03:42

On today's episode of Way Too Interested, author Chuck Wendig talks with Gavin Purcell about the many types of apples you've never tasted, the state of Twitter in 2022, and his obsession with creepypasta, an online cousin to urban legends. Chuck also talks about the real-world impact of these spooky tales and how they have evolved in the transition…

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BROADWAY with Cliff Bleszinski and Hunter Arnold 1:24:41

2+ y ago1:24:41

1:24:41

Cliff "CliffyB" Bleszinski, the lead designer on the "Gears of War" video games, talks with Gavin Purcell about his years in the gaming industry, how he discovered a passion for the theater in high school, and his main obsession outside of games: Broadway. This passion led him to become a co-producer of the hit show Hadestown, which won eight Tony …

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Jonathan Foyle: Tudor Towers - Investigating Historic Buildings! 16:43

2+ y ago16:43

16:43

Time Team regular and buildings expert Dr Jonathan Foyle catches up with Series Producer Tim Taylor to shed light on some of the most beautiful and intriguing historic buildings in England. Jonathan and Tim consider the incredible Tudor gatehouse, Layer Marney Towers in Essex, Jonathan's former stomping ground, Hampton Court, and several glorious c…

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KOTA IBUSHI with Spencer Hall and Chris Charlton 1:12:13

2+ y ago1:12:13

1:12:13

Sports writer and Channel 6 co-founder Spencer Hall, formerly a contributor to SBNation and the founder of Every Day Should Be Saturday, joins Gavin Purcell on today's podcast to talk about his obsession with Japanese wrestling! And specifically, Spencer is way too interested in one athlete from the New Japan Pro Wrestling circuit: Kota Ibushi, who…

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POKER with Aaron Dworkin and Phil Gordon 1:07:32

2+ y ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Performing artist, social entrepreneur, professor, and author Aaron Dworkin joins Gavin Purcell on today's podcast to talk about his obsession with poker! He also talks about how diversity has defined his life and passions, and how he uses a "lottery test" and a "death test" to decide what new projects to pursue. Then, they're joined by star player…

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Philippa Gregory: Queen of Historic Fiction – Time Team extended interview 44:40

2+ y ago44:40

44:40

We revisit an interview with queen of historic fiction, Philippa Gregory CBE, with an extended chat including fascinating and previously unseen insights. Philippa discusses her bestselling novels, and experiences on Time Team at Syon House and Groby Old Hall – home of the ‘White Queen’, Elizabeth Woodville. Philippa shares her wealth of knowledge, …

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THE SUPPLY CHAIN with John August and Peter S. Goodman 1:06:13

2+ y ago1:06:13

1:06:13

Today, on an unusually topical episode of Way Too Interested, screenwriter and Scriptnotes co-host John August joins Gavin Purcell to talk about how his experience selling a custom deck of playing cards — the Writer Emergency Pack — awakened him to the complex and fascinating world of the supply chain. He also talks about his writing habit and the …

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Routes For Roots: Walk Through Time 10:14

2+ y ago10:14

10:14

Join Time Team for a walk through time, discovering some of the amazing historical features that you can encounter on a stroll through the British countryside. Time Team's Dani Wootton catches up with East Devon archaeologist, and former 'Bard of Exeter', Jon Freeman to find out how we can all discover more about the history and archaeology of our …

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MOSS with Helen Rosner and Annie Martin 1:16:07

2+ y ago1:16:07

1:16:07

New Yorker staff writer Helen Rosner joins Gavin Purcell to talk about how visiting Japan awakened her interest in moss, why "at least three-quarters of my job is internet stalking," and why we focus too narrowly on careers when we talk about our passions. Then, they're joined by Annie Martin, a.k.a. "Mossin' Annie," a moss expert from North Caroli…

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Dr Gabor Thomas: Saxon Queen Cynethryth‘s lost abbey discovered 18:41

2+ y ago18:41

18:41

In Summer 2021, archaeologists from the University of Reading made a major discovery: the long lost monastery ruled by a prominent and hugely influential Anglo-Saxon queen. Cynethryth was the wife of Offa of Mercia, and a powerful queen in her own right – the only female ruler depicted on coinage at this time in all of Western Europe. The Reading t…

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RUBBER STAMPS with Tim Schafer and Roberta Sperling 1:06:27

2+ y ago1:06:27

1:06:27

On this episode of Way Too Interested, video game designer Tim Schafer (Psychonauts, Grim Fandango) joins Gavin Purcell to talk about his obsession with rubber stamps. They also discuss how Tim got into game design and how his young mind was blown by the digital "rubber stamp" tool on early Macintosh computers. Then, they're joined by Roberta Sperl…

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Cottage Core: 500 Years of Life at Home Through Buildings Archaeology 34:49

2+ y ago34:49

34:49

You may have heard of the 'cottage core' trend that has captured many people's imaginations recently. While the concept might portray a slightly idealised view of countryside living, we thought it would be interesting to approach the rural dwelling from an archaeological perspective. Time Team archaeologist Dani Wootton catches up with buildings ex…

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ANIMAL NAVIGATION with Zito Madu and David Barrie 1:13:07

2+ y ago1:13:07

1:13:07

On this episode of Way Too Interested, writer Zito Madu joins Gavin Purcell to talk about poetry, being a voracious reader, and his interest in how animals like homing pigeons and monarch butterflies navigate around the world. Then, they're joined by David Barrie, the author of the books Sextant — about human navigation — and Supernavigators: Explo…

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WOLVES with Dani Fernandez and Garrick Dutcher 57:48

2+ y ago57:48

57:48

Actor and writer Dani Fernandez joins Gavin Purcell to talk about the deep connection she feels with wolves, and how the symbol of the wolf has guided her through personal and mental health challenges. Then, they're joined by the research and program director of the non profit Living with Wolves, Garrick Dutcher, who talks about the inaccurate ster…

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Neil Emmanuel: Time Team‘s Graphics Supremo! 29:42

2+ y ago29:42

29:42

Introducing Neil Emmanuel – 2D graphic artist and motion graphics whizz, who featured on Time Team for 10 years and will be returning for our new digs this year. As well as sharing his Time Team memories, Neil tells us more about his excellent new book, 'The Middle Ages: A Graphic History', which he illustrated alongside author and historian, Dr El…

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DEEPFAKES with Rex Sorgatz and Henry Ajder 1:13:44

2+ y ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Writer and web designer Rex Sorgatz (The Encyclopedia of Misinformation) joins Gavin Purcell to talk about his obsession with deepfakes, why he's less worried about them now than he used to be, and why he believes a dead actor will win an Oscar someday. Then, deepfakes and synthetic media expert Henry Ajder joins to explain whether we should be wor…

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Robert Harris: Bestselling author - The Cicero Trilogy 22:18

2+ y ago22:18

22:18

In this exclusive interview, the master of the historical thriller, Robert Harris, joins Time Team's Derek Pitman to discuss the inspiration behind his novels. Robert's books including 'Fatherland', 'Archangel' and 'Munich' often draw upon historical themes to construct intricate and engaging narratives, a blend a fiction and fact that immerses the…

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Derek Pitman & Lawrence Shaw: Preparing for a ‘Career in Ruins‘ 53:52

2+ y ago53:52

53:52

Derek Pitman and Lawrence Shaw, best known for their 'Career in Ruins' podcast, join us for a fascinating and wide-ranging discussion on all things archaeology. The duo begin planning the (entirely hypothetical) 'Official Time Team Academy University of Learning Stuff About Archaeology', sharing insights on the fundamentals of their craft and adapt…

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BIBLE STORIES with Felicia Day and Dr. Malka Simkovich 1:09:10

2+ y ago1:09:10

1:09:10

Actor and writer Felicia Day (The Guild, Embrace Your Weird) joins Gavin Purcell to talk about her obsession with religious mythologies and, specifically, the origins of Bible stories. Then, they're joined by Dr. Malka Simkovich — the director of the Catholic-Jewish Studies Program at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago — to talk about the hi…

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Time Team: Dig Countdown – Talking Points 10:07

2+ y ago10:07

10:07

As we draw ever closer to the two brand new Time Team digs, members of the team share a range of perspectives on the Roman villa in Oxfordshire and the Iron Age settlement in Cornwall. Carenza Lewis, Helen Geake, Naomi Sewpaul, Stewart Ainsworth, John Gater, Miles Russell and Tim Taylor tell us what they are excited about and how they will be appro…

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PUZZLES with Roy Wood Jr. and Steve Richardson 1:02:11

2+ y ago1:02:11

1:02:11

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. (The Daily Show, Roy's Job Fair) joins Gavin Purcell on the first-ever episode of Way Too Interested to talk about his obsession with jigsaw puzzles. Then, Stave Puzzles co-founder Steve Richardson joins to talk about the handmade wooden puzzles that Stave crafts for jigsaw enthusiasts. Please follow or subscribe to Way Too In…

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Kate Mosse: Bestselling ‘Labyrinth‘ author introduces ‘The City of Tears‘ 26:35

2+ y ago26:35

26:35

Tim Taylor catches up with bestselling 'Labyrinth' author, Kate Mosse to discuss her latest novel, 'The City of Tears'. We always learn so much when talking to Kate and this conversation doesn't disappoint! Once again, Kate shares her breadth of knowledge on the genuine historic events, characters, locations and physical artefacts that inspire her …

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What is Way Too Interested? 1:28

2+ y ago1:28

1:28

About the show Way Too Interested is a new podcast where we talk to interesting people and ask them about a subject they’re currently obsessed with outside of their everyday lives. Then, the two of us talk to an expert in that subject matter and do a deep dive. It’s a show about curiosity, discovery, creativity, and, most importantly, pursuing thos…

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Henry Chapman - Time Team‘s ‘Man with the Plan‘ 24:00

3y ago24:00

24:00

This week, we're joined by 'Man with the Plan', Professor Henry Chapman – Time Team's resident surveyor. Professor Chapman, of the University of Birmingham, tells us about his study of bog bodies and why we should keep researching Stonehenge. He also shows us his 'long service award' for completing over 100 Time Team shoots! Discover Henry's fantas…

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Helen Geake: The Roman Villa - Musing on Mosaics 20:56

3y ago20:56

20:56

Join us for this fascinating chat as Series Producer Tim Taylor and Archaeologist Helen Geake consider the importance of unveiling and recording ancient mosaics. Time Team is returning to dig a large Roman villa later this year on the Broughton estate, Oxfordshire. Of course, a potential floor mosaic is just one aspect of a much bigger picture that…

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Kick Off: Football History & Archaeology 29:34

3y ago29:34

29:34

Following the historic final of the Euro 2020 football tournament between England and Italy, Time Team takes a look at the history and archaeology of the 'beautiful game'. Variations of ball games have been enjoyed for thousands of years, from Ancient China, and the riotous folk football played across Europe in the Middle Ages, through to the moder…

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Tony Robinson: Time Team Memories 34:18

3y ago34:18

34:18

Our hugely popular and exclusive interview and catch up with our lifelong friend, Sir Tony Robinson, Time Team's presenter of 20 series and countless specials is now available to download and listen to on our podcast! While Tony is taking a step back from his presenting role, Time Team is in his blood and we're delighted announce Tony as our Honora…

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Matt Williams: The Digger Picture 31:43

3y ago31:43

31:43

You're in for a real treat as we catch up with popular Time Team digger, trench supervisor, ever-willing historic re-enactor and all round good sport, Matt Williams! Matt recalls some of his most memorable moments on Time Team, including the time he unearthed the 'find of his life'. We also hear about what Matt is up to now and the various projects…

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Raysan Al-Kubaisi: Graphic Reconstruction with Time Team 26:44

3y ago26:44

26:44

Tim Taylor catches up with graphic designer, architect and heritage consultant, Raysan Al-Kubaisi. Raysan shares his Time Team memories, his thoughts on the evolution of virtual reconstruction and the role of the heritage sector in New Zealand – where he now lives with fellow Time Team regular, Brigid Gallagher, and their family. We're thrilled tha…

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Mick the Dig: Dendro Detective 32:11

3y ago32:11

32:11

In this episode, we catch up with old friend, Mick ‘the Dig’ Worthington. Mick was the excavation supervisor on the first seven series of Time Team. He later returned as Mick ‘the Twig’ – a 'dendrochronologist’ using tree ring samples to date historic buildings and boats with pinpoint accuracy. Now based in Maryland, USA, Mick shares his thoughts o…

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Neil MacGregor: A Time Team History Through Objects 52:58

3y ago52:58

52:58

Tim Taylor meets Neil MacGregor, bestselling author and presenter of the wonderful 'A History of the World in 100 Objects', as featured on BBC Radio 4. Neil is no stranger to stunning artefacts, as former Director of both the British Museum and the National Gallery. Tim and Neil take a look at a series of intriguing historic objects, including some…

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