Chippin' Away

On 30th May 1863, the Father of Indian Prehistory, Robert Bruce Foote discovered a handaxe (prehistoric tool) at Pallavaram in Tamil Nadu (India). This discovery put South Asia on the map for the conversations on prehistory and early human activity. 

Team Chippin' Away marks this day with Prof. Shanti Pappu who continues to work on the prehistory of South Asia and has dedicated years of study to uncover the little known facets of Robert Bruce Foote's life. 

Why exactly is Robert Bruce Foote considered the Father of Indian Prehistory? What is his legacy? Why are these conversations so important in today's day and age? 
Let's find out!! 

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We're back with another Museum Day Special! 
We discuss a one-of-its-kind museum in India with our guest speaker Miss Sanjana Rangan in this episode. 
Let's dive in! 

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...because we're talking about Fire! 
First in the series "Elementals", we discuss the role of fire. From cooking to protection, and influencing iron-clad habits and modus operandi for humans, fire has influenced all walks of life. 
Let us know what you think of the power of fire! 

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And the story of women in the past continues! In this episode, we explore more data on women in archaeology and the history of South Asia. 
We discuss the theory from genetics, analyze how some of the stereotypes and first impressions can be misleading, and propose peering beyond the binary of genders in the study of the past to understand the present. 

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Hello! We're back with Season 2, right after Women's History Month (March). Your podcast hosts Akash and Durga discuss the representation of women in archaeological, historical, and social contexts as we journey along with the cultural pasts of South Asia. 

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In the Season Finale for Season One, we journey into the present which holds the key to understanding and unlocking hidden facets of the past, through the lens of ethnography and its archaeological avatar, ethnoarchaeology. We are also treated to an insight into Durga's research work which incorporates ethnography in practice to study the past of Western India. So jump on as we don't have to travel too far into our stories as we are already at our requisite destination! :)

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Getting the rock game on for this episode, your hosts Akash and Durga discuss bits and pieces (or shall we say rocks and pebbles?) of the Stone Age in South Asia. In this penultimate episode for the season, join us on our journey going back a few million years! 

There is so much more to discuss, and this is just a tiny sliver of our discussions on rocks, stones, and the riveting lives the ancient humans led! 

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The jingle of coins in your pocket is a rare occurrence - now that we have moved to plastic money and e-currency. But coins hold a special place for the study of the past, and also for our nostalgia! 
Let's invest in the introduction of numismatics - the field of study of coins, with examples from India and Sri Lanka. 
We have with us Chitramala Tharangini, who is a numismatician, to discuss the nuances of Sri Lankan coinage. 

So, flip a coin, and let's get goin'! 

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"The narratives that reached South Asia with the Portuguese sailing on the high seas, continue to influence the quotidian life to this day". - We don't want to get wrapped up in jargon! So let's board the metaphorical boat again, for a plunge into the Portuguese influence along the West coast of India. We continue our journey with part three of the series "Boats, Banners and Beyond". 

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All hands on deck? Let's sail to South Asia of the 1500s to explore the vicissitudes of colonial powers in South Asia. We hear/read/discuss British Colonialism, and let's shift our focus to peel the layers of the Portuguese presence in South Asia. 

The boats reached ashore, and a firm banner of Portuguese rule is planted over Indian soil. What next...?

Give this episode a listen, and get ready for another part of this discussion to be released on September 15th!

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