Best Paleoanthropology Podcasts (2024)

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Exploring the Solutrean Culture: Ancient Human Achievements and Archaeology 1:22:56

5d ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Discover the fascinating Solutrean Culture, dating back 22,000 to 17,000 years ago in Upper Paleolithic France and Spain. Known for their advanced lithic technology, distinctive stone tools, and impressive artistic achievements, the Solutreans played a significant role in prehistoric Europe. Join us as we delve into their unique contributions to ar…

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Dr. Sabrina Sholts - The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs 56:07

21d ago56:07

56:07

Dr. Sholts of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History joins the show to discuss her new book, The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs. Dr. Sholts uses an anthropological lens to understand epidemics. She touches on One Health, historical and current epidemics, the role misinformation plays in the spread…

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Dr. Mark Griffin - Teeth in pre-contact Native American groups 1:03:41

1M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Dr. Griffin of San Francisco State University joins the show to discuss dental caries and toothwear in pre-contact Native American groups. Books, articles, and media mentioned in this episode: Griffin, MC. (2014). Biocultural implication of oral pathology in an ancient central California population. Am J Phys Anthropol, 154(2), 171-188. Griffin, MC…

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The Gravettian Culture: An Archaeological Deep Dive 2:09:59

1M ago2:09:59

2:09:59

In this episode, we explore the Gravettian Culture, a significant phase in paleoanthropology. Learn about the ancient humans, their lifestyle, and archaeological discoveries that paint a vivid picture of life tens of thousands of years ago. Perfect for enthusiasts of ancient human history and archaeology. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #ar…

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Dr. Danny Wescott - Body Farm at Texas State 43:41

1M ago43:41

43:41

Dr. Wescott of Texas State University joins the show to discuss the Texas State body farm (Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State - FACTS) and the forensic research carried out there. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Dr. Wescott's ResearchGate profile Haglund & Sorg, Advances in Forensic Taphonomy: Method, Theory…

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Exploring the Aurignacian Culture: The First Modern Humans in Europe 1:36:08

2M ago1:36:08

1:36:08

Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating Aurignacian Culture, the pioneering modern human society that settled in Europe post-Neanderthals. Discover their unique hunting practices, remarkable art, and their significant role in early human history. This is the first episode in our Upper Paleolithic series, where we explore ancient hu…

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Dr. Caroline Goodson & Dr. Trent Trombley - Medieval Teeth, Part 2 56:30

2M ago56:30

56:30

Dr. Goodson (Cambridge University) and Dr. Trombley (Augustana University) join forces on the show to discuss their bioarchaeological-historical collaboration to understand the Medieval mouth. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Medieval Mouths in Context: Biocultural and MultiScalar Considerations of the Mouth and the C…

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What Were Humans Doing 10,000 Years Ago? 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

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Dr. Trent Trombley - Medieval Teeth, Part 1 1:16:51

3M ago1:16:51

1:16:51

Dr. Trent Trombley of Augustana University joins the show to talk about his research at Villamagna, a medieval settlement outside of Rome. He uses macroscopic analysis of teeth along with a few other methods to understand life in the past. Links mentioned in the show: Dr. Trombley's ResearchGate profile Making Sense of Medieval Mouths: Investigatin…

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Dr. Clark Spencer Larsen - Using Bioarchaeology to Understand Health 40:58

4M ago40:58

40:58

Dr. Clark Spencer Larsen of Ohio State joins the show to discuss his history in the field, bioarchaeology, and how we can use biological anthropology to understand human health in the past. Links mentioned in the show: Dr. Larsen's faculty page The past 12,000 years of behavior, adaptation, population and evolution shaped who we are today (2023 PNA…

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La Brea Tar Pits Unveil an Ice Age Mystery 16:19

6M ago16:19

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The Ayahuasca Rituals of the Amazon 20:55

6M ago20:55

20:55

Explore the ancient rituals of Ayahuasca in the Amazon, delving into its cultural, spiritual, and anthropological significance. An immersive journey through history and tradition backed by scientific studies and ethnographic research. Keywords: Ayahuasca, Amazon, Rituals, Anthropology, Shamanism, Ancient Practices, Ethnopharmacology. #Ayahuasca #Am…

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Dr. Dan Benyshek - Placentophagy 1:09:49

6M ago1:09:49

1:09:49

Dr. Daniel Benyshek of UNLV joins the show to discuss plancentophagy. Check out his lab page for more info on placentophagy. Note: There is a special addition at the end of this episode. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology. Email the host at gaby.lapera@anthrobiology.co…

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Homo Antecessor - Ancient Human 44:02

9M ago44:02

44:02

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The Most Isolated Tribe on Earth - North Sentinel Island 45:30

11M ago45:30

45:30

Join us as we explore the intriguing history of North Sentinel Island and its isolated tribe. Discover the ethical dilemmas and challenges this ancient tribe presents to modern society. Dive deep into the mysterious world of the Sentinelese. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #NorthSentinelIsland #isolatedtribes #Sentinelese #tribalhistory #et…

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The First Sundaland People: Negrito Legacy of Southeast Asia 19:44

11M ago19:44

19:44

Explore the fascinating history and genetic legacy of the dark-skinned Negrito populations native to Southeast Asia. Dive deep into their unique genetic story and discover surprises along the way. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #Negrito #SoutheastAsia #genetics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Dr. Jeremy DeSilva - Bipedalism 43:55

12M ago43:55

43:55

Dr. Jeremy DeSilva of Dartmouth joins the show to discuss bipedalism -- why anthropologists are obsessed with it and how it might have come to be. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology. Email the host at gaby.lapera@anthrobiology.com.…

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Unraveling the Mystery of the Younger Dryas: Ice Age, Megafauna, and Human Civilization 50:09

12M ago50:09

50:09

Join us as we dive deep into the Younger Dryas, an intriguing period marking the end of the last ice age. Discover how this era influenced the development of human civilization and led to significant shifts in our environment and fauna. We also aim to clear up misconceptions surrounding this fascinating epoch in history. #paleoanthropology #human #…

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Exploring Human Life 100,000 Years Ago 25:33

1y ago25:33

25:33

Join us in this fascinating journey into paleoanthropology as we uncover what humans were doing 100 millennia ago. This episode delves into ancient human activities, lifestyles, and survival strategies. #paleoanthropology #humanevolution #ancienthumans #prehistory #humanhistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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A Neanderthal Odyssey: Unveiling the Mysteries of Neanderthals 3:36:04

1y ago3:36:04

3:36:04

Join us on an enthralling journey into the world of Neanderthals. This documentary podcast uncovers the latest scientific discoveries, archaeological findings, and genetic research about these ancient humans. Through expert insights and captivating storytelling, we explore Neanderthal's physical traits, intelligence, societal structures, and cultur…

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Ms. Rhianna Drummond-Clarke - Chimpanzees + Bipedalism 49:23

1+ y ago49:23

49:23

Rhianna Drummond-Clarke, PhD candidate at the Max Planck Institute (Dept. of Human Origins), joins the show to discuss her most recent article examining how environments affect chimp locomotion. She also chat about her time in the field. See her article here: https://www.science.org/doi/pdf/10.1126/sciadv.add9752 Find links to articles, books, and …

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The Perplexing Prehistory of the Sahara 23:49

1+ y ago23:49

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Explore the intriguing prehistory of the Sahara in this episode. We'll delve into paleoanthropology, ancient human history, and the climatic changes that shaped this vast desert. Learn about the Greening Sahara, ancient river systems, and rich archeological findings that give us insights into early human and animal life. Join us for a deep dive int…

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Dr. Kirsty Graham - Bonobos + Gestural Communication 48:08

1+ y ago48:08

48:08

Dr. Kirsty Graham from the University of St. Andrews discusses how bonobos use gestures to communicate, which winds into a chat about what that means for ape communication generally -- especially humans. They also have some insights into field research. Check out the article about humans understanding nonhuman ape gestures here: https://journals.pl…

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The Fascinating Origins of Hominins 15:22

1+ y ago15:22

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Dive deep into the captivating story of human evolution with 'The Fascinating Origins of Hominins.' Explore the latest findings in paleoanthropology, understand the evolutionary relationships of primates, and discover the pivotal moments that shaped our ancestors. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on human origins and evolutionary science. #pa…

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Dr. James Cole - Stone Tools & Cognition 1:05:35

1+ y ago1:05:35

1:05:35

Dr. James Cole from the University of Brighton joins the show to talk about how studying stone tools can reveal insights about the evolution of cognition in humans. Along the way, we touch on brain size, theory of mind, and social groups. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBio…

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The Oldest Artifacts 29:39

1+ y ago29:39

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Mr. Rick Coste - Evolution Talk 44:25

1+ y ago44:25

44:25

Rick Coste, host of the Evolution Talk podcast, talks about his new book (Evolution Talk) and how he became interested in science. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology.By Gaby Lapera

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Dr. King & Dr. Fuentes - Research Animal Welfare 52:30

1+ y ago52:30

52:30

Dr. Agustin Fuentes of Princeton and Dr. Barbara King joined the show to discuss the scientific community's responsibility for animals used in research. Should it be done? Is it possible to carry out ethical research involving animals? Want to learn more? Read the article the episode is based on: "Towards an Anti-Maleficent Research Agenda" Find li…

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The Old Copper Culture of North America 20:09

1+ y ago20:09

20:09

Explore the fascinating history of the Old Copper Culture in North America. This podcast delves into the archaeological and anthropological insights on early Native American copper use and how it redefined tool-making and craftsmanship. Join us as we uncover the ancient techniques and cultural significance of copper for Native American societies. #…

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Exploring Human Activity 1,000,000 Years Ago 16:06

1+ y ago16:06

16:06

Join us as we delve into the world of early humans, exploring their daily lives, survival strategies, and evolutionary milestones from a million years ago. Featuring insights from paleoanthropology, genetic studies, and archaeological finds, this episode unveils the fascinating story of our ancient ancestors. #paleoanthropology #earlyhumans #ancien…

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The Toba Supervolcano and Its Impact on Ancient Humans 19:19

2y ago19:19

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Explore the profound effects of the Toba super-eruption on ancient human populations and the environment. This episode delves into paleoanthropology, human evolution, and the historical debate surrounding the Toba bottleneck theory. Join us as we uncover fascinating insights and research about one of history's most significant volcanic events. #Tob…

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Dr. Christian Crowder - Forensic Anthropology 1:11:43

2y ago1:11:43

1:11:43

Dr. Christian Crowder from the Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office joins the show to talk about his experiences in forensic anthropology, using histology for forensic cases, and how anthropologists are a crucial component of the response team for mass fatality events. Dr. Crowder also talks about his work on the editorial boards of peer-reviewe…

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What Happened on Easter Island? 37:27

2y ago37:27

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Exploring the Clovis Culture: Ancient Human History 37:07

2y ago37:07

37:07

Dive into the fascinating world of the Clovis Culture, a pivotal era in ancient human history. This episode covers significant archaeological findings, debates, and the evolutionary perspectives of the Clovis people. Featuring insights from research published by leading archaeologists and exploring the impacts of these discoveries on our understand…

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Fishing in Prehistory 25:25

2y ago25:25

25:25

Dive into the fascinating history of fishing and its significance in prehistoric times. Explore the early human utilization of aquatic resources, ancient bone tools, and the development of fishing techniques. This episode sheds light on the diet and behaviors of early hominins and Neanderthals, encompassing various archaeological findings and scien…