Pseudo-Archaeology
100 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 127 ratingsDr. Andrew Kinkella brings you stories about pseudo-archaeology and the real stories behind the false claims.
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Episodes
Hexham Heads, ley lines, and Wear-sheep-men - Episode 51
August 22, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about the fascinating Hexham heads. Are they cursed objects, spiritual totems for drawing wear-creatures, or just cleverly carved children's' toys? How do these objects connect back to the concept of Ley Lines and how does all this connect to tulpa's?
DNA in Archaeology with Jennifer Raff - Episode 50
August 15, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourAnother great episode of the Archaeological Fantasies Podcast
Chris Begley and the Lost City of the Monkey God - Episode 49
August 08, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk with Chris Begley about the Lost City of the Monkey God, or Ciudad Blanca "The White City". Chris tells us about looking for actual ruins in Honduras, working with National Geographic, and how things like satellite images and LiDar actually work.
Dinos among Men - Ica Stones and Acámbaro Figures - Episode 48
August 01, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we examine the evidence for the co-existence of Dinosaurs and humans. We specifically focus on the Ica stones and Acámbaro figures. What are these mysterious figures? What do the carvings on the rocks mean? Could they be evidence of man and dino's living together? Or could they be modern fakes used to bilk the gullible.
A HISTORY OF PSEUDO-ARCHAEOLOGY: Hyperdiffusion and Aliens - Episode 47
July 25, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday Ken, Jen, and Sara continue talking about the history of Parapsychology and the development of the concept of diffusionism and why professional archaeologist don't like the term. We also talk about where aliens fit into all of this, and if we should be thankful to our astral overlords.
Hobbits, Canibals, Ethnocentrism, and Homo floresiensis - Episode 46
July 18, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourThis episode Jeb and Sara talk about Homo floresiensis affectionately known as Hobbits, and Liang-Bua Cave. What do we know about H. floresiensis, how has this discovery been represented by the media, and why are these tinny hominids being represented as cannibals by Animal Planet?
Interview with Nigel Hetherington from Past Preservers - Episode 45
July 11, 2016 08:00 - 56 minutesThis episode Ken and I talk with Nigel Hetherington from Past Preservers. We talk about Archaeology in the Media and how Past Preservers works to provide professional authorities for the media, even for shows that might be a bit on the fringe.
Interview with K Kris Hurst from About.com - Episode 44
July 04, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourSara and Jeb interview K. Kris Hirst, the archaeology expert at About.com and an internet reporting pioneer!
Interacting with the Fringe - Episode 43
June 27, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about Ken and Sara's close encounters with the fringe. We talk about how we navigated the encounters and what we learned from them.
Interview with Sharon Hill from Doubtful News - Episode 42
June 20, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday Jeb and I interview Sharon Hill from Doubtful News. We talk about skepticism, blogging, geology, weird questions, and how rocks are not Sasquatch skulls.
Ghost Hunting - Episode 41
June 13, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourOn today's show, Sara and Jeb talk to Dr. April Beisaw about ghost hunting with her students. What do they really get out of it and what do they learn? They talk about technique, equipment used, and a lot of other topics related to academic ghost hunting.
Digging New England Vampires - Episode 40
June 06, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we're talking with Retired Connecticut State Archaeologist Nicholas Bellantoni and his work with an interesting Vampire burial. We talk the hows and why's of this burial and what it meant to people in the past to have a Vampire in the graveyard.
Witches, Shamans, and Looters with Stacy Dunn - Episode 39
May 30, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk with Dr. Stacy Dunn about her chapter in Jeb's upcoming book, Lost City, Found Pyramid. Her chapter is entitled "Witches, Shamans, and Looters: Alternative Uses and Contemporary Ritual Reuse of Archaeological Remains in the North-Central Coast of Peru".
A History of Pseudo-Archaeology: Diffusion - Episode 38
May 23, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we begin looking at the fascinating history of Pseudoarchaeology. When did it begin and how did it develop over the years. Today we look at the history of Diffusionism and the beginning of Hyperdiffusionism .
The Viking-Less Newport Tower - Episode 37
May 16, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourWe welcome Jeb Card on as a new co-host (don't worry, Ken's not really chained in the basement), and we talk a bout the archaeology around the Newport Tower and a little about the Lochness Monster.
Ken's Excellent Epigraphy Trip, Davenport Tablets, and the Kensington Rune Stone - Episode 36
May 09, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourKen tells us how his epigraphy trip wasn't a vacation and how he spent five days examining the Davenport Tablets at the Putnam Museum in Davenport, Iowa, and the Kensington Rune Stone in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Archaeological Terms to Use and Abuse - Episode 35
April 25, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about several archaeological terms that we hear get abused in the wild. We also get very meta and discuss the concept of archaeology and the field itself.
Excavating Roswell - Episode 34
April 07, 2016 03:38 - 1 hourToday we're talking with Jeb Card about actual excavations that were undertaken at the Roswell site. Did they find extraterrestrial artifacts? Find out on this episode with Jeb Card.
Stonehenge - Episode 33
March 28, 2016 08:00 - 1 hourSara and Ken talk about Stonehenge and all it's glory. Who built it? How did they build it? When did they build it? Probably most importantly, why did they build it? Have your own theories? Post them below.
The Mima Mounds - Episode 32
March 13, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourWhat are the Mima Mounds? Are they natural? Were they created by gophers? Seismic activity? Humans? We explore all these possibilities and try to get down to the real cause. Get ready to think critically!
The Solutrean Hypothesis - Episode 31
February 29, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about the controversy around the Solutrean Hypothesis and the modern misconceptions around the Bering Land Bridge.
The Importance of Myth and Oral Traditions - Episode 30
February 15, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about a important aspect of archaeology, traditional myths and oral traditions. These two aspects are often overlooked or reinterpreted by the fringe in order to further their own ideas. Archaeologists and anthropologists see these aspects as the vital and important tools that they are to understanding ancient cultures.
The Bosnian Pyramids - Episode 29
February 01, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourThis time we're discussing the Bosnian Pyramids. Are they actual pyramids, or nicely shaped hills? Where are the people who built them? What evidence is there to support these claims?
A Legion of Roman Swords - Episode 28
January 18, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourToday we talk with Andy White of the Argumentative Archaeologist Blog about the work he's been doing uncovering the truth behind the recently discovered Roman sword in Michigan. Andy walks us through his predictions for the origins of the sword, and tells us the steps he taking to research the hilt. He covers a lot of ground in this episode, so get ready to think critically.
Out of Place Objects - Episode 27
January 04, 2016 09:00 - 1 hourOn today's episode, Sara and Ken discuss out of place artifacts, or, OOPARTS. The talk about a number of artifacts that have been "discovered" that appear to not belong to where they were found.
Mesa Verde and Horseshoe Canyon - Episode 26
December 21, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourOn today's show, Ken and Sara talk about two of the sites on Ken's list of 50 sites that everyone must visit: Mesa Verde and Horseshoe Canyon. These are great sites that almost anyone can visit.
The Nazca Lines and Cargo Cults - Episode 25
December 07, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourToday we discuss the Nazca Lines, how they connect to Cargo Cults, where the alien goodies are, and how other cultures around the world used similar geoglyphs to denote identity and territory.
Jeb Card and the Mu Stones Pt 1 - Episode 24
November 23, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourWe interview Jeb Card again about his research into the Mu Stones.
Unintentional Looting - Episode 23
November 09, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourOn today's episode, Sara and Ken talk about unintentional looting. Have you ever excavated or removed artifacts from a site with good intentions? Well, they talk about why you probably shouldn't do that and why archaeologists record what they do. It's not all paperwork for nothing!
The Legend of the Lighthouse - Episode 22
October 26, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourKen shares a touching story about his work. The Legend of Lighthouse shows how archaeology is used to solve histories mysteries and uses those answers to shed light on the lives of those around us.
Heavener Runestone and Cracked Cave
October 12, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about two well known tourist sites, the Heavener Runestone and Cracked Cave. Listen as Ken and Sara give the real story behind these two sites.LinksThe Heavener Runestone WebsiteContactEmail us at [email protected] Follow us on Twitter at @Archyfantsies and find us on FaceBook. Theme Music by ArcheopSoup Productions Produced by Chris Webster and Tristan BoyleEdited by Chris Webster
Crystal Skulls and Herkimer Vodka - Episode 20
September 14, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourWe talk about the crystal skulls and the reality behind them.
The Real and the Fake, Baghdad Batteries and the Antikythera Mechanism - Ep 19
September 07, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk about two famous artifacts, the Baghdad Battery and the Antikythera Mechanism, one real, one fake. Which is which might surprise you. Also included, patented Sara and Ken rants and much more!
Old World Writing in the New World - Episode 18
August 17, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we look at several different examples of old world scripts being found in North America. We examine the authenticity of these scripts and talk about what else we'd like to see if these writings were real.
Atlantis - Episode 17
August 03, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourIn todays show we start looking at Atlantis. We talk about the origins of the story, what facts there are out there, how it became a popular myth, and we throw in a couple rant for good measure.
Afrocentrism and the New World - Episode 16
July 20, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we're talking about Afrocentrism. What is it? Does it hurt or help ancient African cultures? And, how does it affect archaeology in the New World?
Summer Digs and Indiana Mummies - Episode 15
July 06, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we catch up with Ken on his summer dig and talk about Mummies and actual archaeological controversies. Did Indiana just discover a mummy, or is it more media hype than truth? Also, were the Clovis actually here first, or was there someone else her before them? All this on episode 15 of the Archaeological Fantasies Podcast.
Jason Colavito and Ancient Aliens - Episode 14
June 22, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourSara and Ken interview author and scholar, Jason Colavito
Psychic Archaeology - Episode 13
June 08, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourOn today's episode, Sara and Ken talk about psychic archaeology. What does that mean? Does it work? Should archaeological sites start with a psychic reading? They'll answer those questions and more on this entertaining episode!BONUS QUESTION:Who was the actress in Clan of the Cave Bear? ContactEmail us at [email protected] us on Twitter at @Archyfantsies and find us on FaceBook. Theme Music by ArcheopSoup Productions
Jeb Card and Pseudo-Archaeology Pt 2 - Episode 12
May 25, 2015 08:00 - 57 minutesToday we air Part 2 of 2 of an interview with Professor Jeb Card at Miami University. Jeb talks about pseudo-archaeology and pseudo-history.
Jeb Card and Pseudo-Archaeology - Episode 10
May 11, 2015 08:00 - 57 minutesToday we air Part 1 of 2 of an interview with Professor Jeb Card at Miami University. Jeb talks about pseudo-archaeology and pseudo-history.LinksComing soon...Contact Email us at [email protected] us on Twitter at @Archyfantsies and find us on FaceBook. Theme Music by ArcheopSoup Productions
The Coso Artifact - Episode 9
April 27, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we discuss the phenomena of the Coso artifact, what it really is, how it formed, and why we're not all that impressed with it. Ken gives us all a new place to visit on vacation, and we discuss a fun science project you can do at home to grow your own Coso artifact.
The Curious Case of the Copper Culture Myth - Episode 8
April 13, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we are examining the Copper Culture Myth that has recently experienced a revival due to popular media. We discuss the origins of the myth, look at particular aspects of it, like over 1.5 billion pounds of copper missing, and decide what evidence we would need to actually consider that Michigan copper fueled the Bronze age in Europe.
The Newark Holy Stones - Episode 7
March 30, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourWe interview two authorities on the Newark Holy Stones, Brad Lepper and Jeff Gill. We go over the discovery of the stones, how they fit into the larger culture of faked artifacts of the Victorian era, and discuss how Brad and Jeff went about debunking these rather fascinating stones.
Giants! - Episode 6
March 16, 2015 08:00 - 1 hourToday we talk with Andrew White about the current Giant craze. He gives us the relative origins of the "Giants Among Us" myth and talks about what "Double Rows of Teeth" actually means. We touch on the Nephilim craze and how Giants might just relate back to biblical mythology and may represent a current push of biblical creationism.Links Pseudo-Archaeology RSSAndrew White's Face book Page - Modern Giant MythologyAndrew White's Blog on GiantsMore information on double rows of teethBlog Post: ...
Global Floods and Noah's Ark - Episode 5
March 02, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourToday we're starting to look at creationism. We evaluate the evidence for a global flood in both the geological and archaeological record. We compare the biblical myth with the Babylonian version, and we go looking for Noah's Ark itself.
Those Mysterious Mound Builders - Episode 4
February 16, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourIn this episode we look at the Mound Builder Myth in some detail. We discuss the history of the myth, the alternative explanations for the mounds, how Cyrus Thomas proved the mounds were built by Native Americans, and why the idea that the mounds were built by Europeans still persists today. Also, we highly encourage you to take your local mounds to lunch, and, go visit them today!
Fringe Archaeology and Giants - Episode 3
February 02, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourSara and Ken talk about Fringe archaeology, Ken's brush with the media, and Giants!
The Genetic Disk - Episode 2
January 18, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourSara and Ken talk about what the Genetic Disk is and the reality behind the story.
Debunking Pseudo-Archaeology - Episode 1
January 05, 2015 09:00 - 1 hourSara and Ken introduce themselves and talk about what this show's focus is going to be.