Throw Me In a Ditch: An Archaeology Podcast

Hi Everybody! In today's episode I talk with Merwan who is a French archaeologist that has worked in several different countries throughout the world. I hope you enjoy listening to his story!

Hi everybody! Here are two book reviews/ recommendations of books that I have read (relatively recently) that I think everyone should check out. Also, if you listen closely you can hear a helicopter going over my house.

Hi everyone! Sorry for ghosting all of you. On a positive note, next week I will be releasing two episodes. In the meantime, stay hydrated and be a sponge!

Hi Everybody! Here are a few unexpected dangers you can encounter on an archaeological site. Remember to look both ways before crossing the road, and beware of dinos!

Hey everybody! In today's episode I talk with Charlie about archaeology and the Young Archaeologists' Club that she is involved with. Also, she imparts words of wisdom about being on site and general shenaniganry.

Hi Everybody! I'm back with the first episode of season 2. Ever wanted to know what the basic day to day life of a field archaeologist is like? Well, today is your lucky day, here is a quick run down of a day in the field.

Hi Everybody! Season 2 is just around the corner, so here is a little bit about what is to come.

Hi Everyone! Can you believe that there are 14 episodes of this podcast? Neither can I. Here's a quick recap of the first season where I mention who has shared their stories, and their interests. Can't wait to share season two with you. In the mean time, be a sponge and stay hydrated!

Hi Everybody! Here are a few book recommendations from me that are about history and mythology. Also, if you want to hear me say "heebie jeebies" now is your chance.

Hi everybody! Here is a short list of gift ideas for the heritage sector worker in your life. I hope you have a nice holiday season and a happy new year!

Hi Everyone! In today's episode I interview Arantza Novelo Franco, an archaeologist who has done maritime archaeology in Mexico, and commercial archaeology in the U.K. We talk about our love for the ocean and adventure, and the importance of health and safety.

So you wanna be an archaeologist...here are a few pros and cons of being a field archaeologist AKA a digger.

Hi everyone! In today's episode I speak with Han, who is a commercial archaeologist and symbologist. We talk about field archaeology, what it was like studying archaeology at Cambridge, and religious symbology.

Hi everyone! In today's episode I interview Megan Schlanker. We talk about commercial archaeology, being mistaken for train employees, and a potential sitcom idea.

No interview this week, instead I'm reflecting on what I've learned in my first year as an archaeologist!

Hi everyone! In today's episode I interview archaeologist and globe trotter Rob, who gives us a taste of being an archaeologist, museum worker, and side quest adventurer.

Hi everyone! In today's episode I interview Vanessa Oakden, who is the Curator of Regional and Community Archaeology at the Museum of Liverpool. Hear her story about getting interested in archaeology as a kid in Ireland, and how it led to her exciting position in community archaeology today.

Hi everyone! In this episode I interview Cherene de Bruyn, an archaeologist who tells me about the differences and similarities between South African and British archaeology...and her favourite cheese.

Hi everybody! In this episode I interview filmmaker Zulfiya Hamzaki. I took part in her interactive documentary over the summer of 2022, and recently got a chance to catch up with her about her interests in personal history and storytelling. Here's a link to her interactive documentary, "Your Heritage, Your Story": https://yourheritageyourstory.github.io/#Your_Heritage__Your_Story As always, feel free to follow me on Twitter at @ditchpod, on Facebook at Throw Me in a Ditch: An Archaeology Podcast, or send me an email to [email protected].

Hi everyone! In this episode I interview Sydney McGovern, a commercial archaeologist, and talk about the differences between archaeology in Canada and the United Kingdom.