Anthropotamus - Anthropology Podcast
56 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAnthropotamus is a place for anthropology professionals and enthusiasts to come together to keep up-to-date with the latest anthropology research.
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Episodes
Icy Zhang Interview
April 15, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBIn this episode, we interview Icy Zhang about her article, Embodying Similarity and Difference: The Effect of Listing and Contrasting Gestures During U.S. Political Speech.
Sins of the Shovel Book Discussion
April 01, 2024 07:08 - 27 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode, we discuss Sins of the Shovel, by Rachel Morgan.
Interview with Jackson Mueller
March 16, 2024 19:01 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBIn this episode we Interview Jackson Mueller about his work at UNR on Cody Complexities: Early Holocene Square-based Projectile Points from Southeastern Oregon.
The Devil Sat on My Bed Book Review
March 03, 2024 19:45 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBIn this episode, we discuss the book "The Devil Sat on My Bed: Encounters with the Spirit World in Mormon Utah" with the author Erin E. Stiles PhD
Interview with Kendra Briana Isabel
February 19, 2024 06:04 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBIn this interview, we discuss Kendra's research into "Assessing Skeletal Stress Throughout Life History and its Relationship to Systematic Racism"
Lay Them to Rest Book Discussion
February 04, 2024 23:39 - 16 minutes - 13.8 MBIn this episode, we discuss the book Lay Them to Rest by Laurah Norton
Tracing early life histories from Roman times to the Medieval era
January 15, 2024 20:21 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this episode we interview Maren Velte Phd. about her article Tracing early life histories from Roman times to the Medieval era
Intelligence in Nature Book Discussion
January 01, 2024 07:55 - 29 minutes - 35.7 MBIn this episode we discuss the book Intelligence in Nature by Jeremy Narby.
Counting the Cost - Book Discussion
November 15, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode we discuss the book Counting the Cost, by Jill Duggar
Woman the Hunter
November 04, 2023 18:32 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBIn this Episode we talked to Dr. Cara Ocobock and Dr. Sarah Lacy about their articles, Woman the Hunter: The physiological evidence.
EVANGELICAL TRANSFORMATION
October 14, 2023 22:38 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode we discuss the article, Evangelical Transformation Learning the three dimensional Perception of reality by Dr. Eugenijus Liutkevičius
The Wayfinders Book Discussion
September 17, 2023 19:41 - 23 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this Episode we discuss the book, The Wayfinders - Why ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern world. By Wade Davis
Fright and the Fraying of Community
September 02, 2023 06:22 - 1 hour - 37.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the article FRIGHT AND THE FRAYING OF COMMUNITY: Medicine, Borders, Saudi Arabia, Yemen by Dr. Ashwak Hauter
The Pirate Enlightenment Book discussion
August 16, 2023 06:08 - 18 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this episode we discuss the book The Pirate Enlightenment, or the Real Libertalia by David Graeber
Decentering death
August 03, 2023 09:41 - 28 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this Episode we discuss the article, Decentering death: The war on terror and the less-than-lethal paradigm with author, Kali Rubaii PhD.
The Whydah Book Discussion
July 15, 2023 06:55 - 22 minutes - 18.8 MBIn this episode we discuss "The Whydah. A Pirate Ship Feared, Wrecked, and Found" by Martin W. Sandler
Ancient Human DNA Recovered from a Paleolithic Pendant - Interview
July 04, 2023 18:31 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBHappy 4th of July to all of our U.S. listeners! in this episode we discuss Elena Essel's recent article, and how her techniques for extracting DNA could give us a clearer view into the lives of ancient humans.
Switcheroo Book Discussion
June 16, 2023 07:41 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this episode we Discuss the book "Switcheroo" By Aaron Elkins!
Fellowship of Fear book discussion
May 15, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 28.8 MBFirst of all, happy Mother's Day! In this episode we discuss the novel Fellowship of Fear by Aaron Elkins. More specifically, we discuss how the depiction of anthropology in this book differs from the real deal. Also, we are excited to announce that we will now be selling Anthropotamus merchandise. From which, 60% of the proceeds will be dedicated to funding STEM scholarships!
Bargaining and interdependence
April 02, 2023 02:54 - 32 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this episode we talk to Kristen Syme PhD, about her new article, Bargaining and interdependence: Common parent-offspring conflict resolution strategies among Chon Chuuk and their implications for suicidal behavior.
Academic Outsider Book Discussion
March 15, 2023 17:36 - 38 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this episode we discuss the book Academic Outsider by Victoria Reyes.
Impound Comics Interview
March 01, 2023 07:13 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBIn today's episode we speak with Brent Trayce Sands. creator of Impound, Sacramento's first comic-book superhero!
Archaeology From Space Book Discussion
February 15, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the book "Archaeology From Space" by Dr. Sarah Parcak.
Cowboy Cool
February 01, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19.7 MBIn this episode we speak with Dr. Myeshia C. Babers about her research article "Cowboy Cool: A professional Black Cowboy's Perspective"
The Female Brain Book Discussion
January 15, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode we discuss "The Female Brain" a book by neuroscientist Dr. Louann Brizendine. Reminder: Anthropology day is on February 16th. Who knows, that could be the perfect day to introduce somebody to your favorite podcast.
Linguistic Taboos
January 01, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 37.5 MBThis episode we speak with Yağmur Nuhrat, PhD about her research article "Linguistic Taboo, Ideology, and Erasure:
The Male Brain Book Discussion
December 17, 2022 21:46 - 42 minutes - 47.5 MBIn this episode we discuss "The Male Brain" a book by neuroscientist Dr. Louann Brizendine.
Uto-Aztecan Premolars
December 03, 2022 23:54 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBIn this episode we speak with Dr. Richard Scott about his work studying Uto-Aztecan premolars! Article title: Multiple occurrences of the rare Uto-Aztecan premolar variant in Hungary point to ancient ties between populations of western Eurasia and the Americas
Anxious Eaters Book Discussion
November 17, 2022 03:16 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBIn this episode we discuss the book "Anxious Eaters" with one of it's authors- Janet Chrzan.
THE ULTIMATE INTIMACY
October 31, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode we discuss the article 'The ultimate intimacy: Death in Mexico, an anthropological relation in images' with the author Dr. Myriam Lamrani. We hope you enjoy the episode! P.S. It's easer than ever to find us because we are now on Audible and Google Podcasts! Keep learning, we'll see you in the next one!
An Anthropological Toolkit
October 16, 2022 02:42 - 32 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode we speak with David Zeitlyn about his new book "An Anthropological Toolkit"
Dutch Spirits
October 01, 2022 21:50 - 33 minutes - 24.8 MBIn this episode we discuss the article "Dutch spirits, East Indians, and Hindu deities in Guyana: Contests over land" with the author Dr. Marcelo Moura Mello.
DELICIOUS
September 17, 2022 05:36 - 16 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode we discuss the book "Delicious" by Robert Dunn and Monica Sanchez. As of today the Anthropotamus website is up and running at Anthropotamus.com There you can find a link to "Delicious" as well as all of the other books we have discussed!
Migration in West Africa
September 03, 2022 01:00 - 32 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode we discuss the work done by Dr. Corey Ragsdale and his colleagues in establishing migration policies in West Africa.
Braiding Sweet Grass Book Discussion
July 17, 2022 00:43 - 19 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode we discuss Robin Wall Kimmerer's book "Braiding Sweet Grass"
Looking Smart
July 08, 2022 05:34 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn this Episode we speak to Dr. Alexandra Freidus about her article "Looking Smart: Race and Academic Ability in a Diversifying Middle School"
Four Lost Cities - Book Discussion
June 18, 2022 02:30 - 23 minutes - 18.6 MBIn This episode we discuss the book "Four Lost Cities," by Annalee Newitz.
Economy of Blood- Interview
June 03, 2022 19:06 - 38 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode we interview Candace Lukasik about her research article "Economy of Blood: The Persecuted Church and the Racialization of American Copts"
"Monsters" Book Discussion
May 15, 2022 20:43 - 25 minutes - 29.8 MBIn this episode we discuss the book Monsters written by David Gilmore.
Seoul Metro
May 01, 2022 18:05 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this episode we discuss Dr. Olga Fedorenko's article "Idol Adds in the Seoul Metro: K-pop Fandom, Appropriation of Subway Space, and the Right to the City"
Behind the Scenes 1 - Don't Be a *Hippo Noise*
April 15, 2022 22:44 - 19 minutes - 16 MBWarning! This episode is filled with opinion. It is NOT intended to be educational. Ashley and Les Bs'ing about tangents for the purpose of entertainment.
Carnivory in Homo erectus
April 01, 2022 18:54 - 20 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this Episode we interview Dr. Briana Pobiner about her research into the emergence of Carnivory in early humans.
Sapiens Book Discussion
February 17, 2022 04:05 - 24 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this episode Ashley and I talk about the book Sapiens.
Anthro Day: K-12 Anthropology
February 01, 2022 06:15 - 26 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this Episode we interview David Homa about the AAA's Anthro day plans and his his work in bringing Anthropology to K-12. https://explr-classroom.com/
Racism- Not Race
January 16, 2022 00:40 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MBIn this Episode We discuss the book "Racism- Not Race" with Authors Dr. Joseph Graves and Dr. Alan Goodman.
Footprints
November 30, 2021 18:00 - 15 minutes - 13.6 MBIn this episode we interview Bennett Matthew E MD about the footprints that he and David Bustos found in White Sands New Mexico.
Margaret Mead Biography
November 15, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MBIn this episode we speak to Paul Shankman about his new book "Margate Mead" a biography about one of the most well known anthropologists of the century.
Bisexuality in African Ethnography
November 01, 2021 17:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this episode we interview Dr. Marc Epprecht about his research on sexuality in Africa.
Wisdom From a Rainforest Book Review
October 15, 2021 16:23 - 21 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode we discuss the ethnography "Wisdom From a Rainforest" by Stuart A Schlegel- Also: “Next month, November 17 – 21, anthropologists from around the world will gather in Baltimore – and online – for the American Anthropological Association’s hybrid Annual Meeting. Whether you’re presenting your research or learning about new developments in your specialty, the Annual Meeting is the place to grow as an anthropologist. We have a LOT to talk about, so join the conversation and help ...
6,200 Year Old Massacre with Dr. Mario Novak
October 02, 2021 00:55 - 19 minutes - 15.4 MBIn this episode we speak with Dr. Mario Novak, research associate for the Institute for Anthropological Research, and discuss the 6,200 year old massacre found in Croatia. Dr. Mario Novak: https://inantro.hr/en/staff-profiles/dr-mario-novak/