ArchaeoAnimals

The Archaeology Podcast Network•www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com

This is a show about the connection between animals and humans in the past. Our experts, Alex Fitzpatrick and Simona Falanga will guide you through the interesting world of Zooarchaeology.

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Episodes

Cryptozoology (featuring Archaeological Fantasies) - Ep 05

Today's show is a crossover special with archaeology podcast "Archaeological Fantasies"! Cryptids are creatures from fiction, folklore, and fantasy.

Dec 04, 2018•1 hr•Ep. 5

Sheep vs Goats - Ep04

Simon brings on a guest Albina Hulda Palsdottir to talk about sheep vs goats - what's similar and what's different.

Nov 06, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 4

Who Let The Dogs Out? Ep03

The skeletal remains of dogs are simultaneously very distinct in their characteristics, but also very similar to other animals. Compare a dog skull to grey seals or foxes to see what we mean!

Oct 02, 2018•56 min•Ep. 3

Old McDonald Had A Farm - Episode 02

The distinction between domestic and wild animals is sometimes difficult, especially if the domesticated species is still morphological very similar to its wild counterpart. Cat being a notorious example. Size is usually a good indicator (wild counterparts often being bigger). Differentiation is usually achieved by means of biometry, which consists of set measurements taken from the bones. Previous research has established standards for measurements taken from individuals of known ID (wild and d...

Sep 04, 2018•56 min•Ep. 2

Zooarchaeology 101 - Episode 01

Zooarchaeology is, as the word suggests, the study of animal remains from archaeological sites. It is a relatively new discipline that has been steadily gaining popularity since the 1970s. Zooarchaeology can provide inference on past people’s economy, dietary habits, society and culture.

Sep 04, 2018•51 min•Ep. 1

Introducing ArchaeoAnimals - Episode 0

Welcome to a brand new podcast from the Archaeology Podcast Network - ArchaeoAnimals! Our hosts, Alex Fitzpatrick and Simona Falanga, will guide you through the world of animals, humans, and archaeology. This first episode will tell you what the show's about and a little about Alex and Simona.

Jul 04, 2018•10 min•Ep. 1

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