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The period after the Paleoindian Period is known as the Archaic Period and it was a period of immense amounts of development. Technology and culture was basically revolutionized during this time period, paving the way for some even more impressive things to come. 

Also, I edited and posted this at, like, 2 in the morning. So my sincerest apologies if there are weird cuts or things of that nature. I seriously think I fell asleep at one point while in the middle of editing.

Indigenous peoples have inhabited the area now known as Arkansas for thousands of years. On this week's episode, we take a look at the first period of human settlement in the state with the various cultures of the Paleoindian Period.  

Listen this week and learn about the some of the important archaeological finds in Arkansas that date back to this time period. Also, learn something about Arkansas that most people in the state likely have never ever heard.

In 1971, a southwest Arkansas man claimed to have been attacked by a man-like beast standing 7 feet tall.

The White River Monster is no doubt one of the quintessential monster legends from Arkansas, but do you know the whole story? Does anyone? And just what is the monster really? 

All of these things will be discussed in an episode that was researched for two weeks, then written, recorded, edited, and posted over the course of five hours in the middle of the night less than seven hours before this episode went up. 

The gowrow and snawfus are two legendary beasts of the Ozark Mountains. Today, I take a look at them and some of the stories behind them. I also talk about rhinos and yokai, so this is definitely a fun episode. 

Is there a better way to celebrate Halloween than by telling scary stories? How about learning about some of the history and science behind some of those scary stories-- hey, wait! Don't leave! This is interesting, I promise!  

This episode will be discussing the ghost lights that are regularly spotted near the towns of Gurdon and Crossett. What are the legends behind them and is there a scientific explanation for them?

Sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/145622/

It's time for the final episode of the Mapstronaut Bonus Back to School Special. Today is extra special because I am talking about my alma mater. Also some other schools. 

Listen to learn about Central Baptist College, University of the Ozarks, Lyon College, Philander Smith College, and Hendrix College. 

(This was supposed to be posted on October  3, 2021, but I must have hit the wrong button like a dummy. Oops.)

For the third episode of the Mapstronaut Bonus Back to School Special, I decided to record with my windows open, so you get to listen to this episode while hearing ambient nature sounds in the background. Also the sounds of my cat being a real problem child. 

More importantly, we'll be discussing UAPB, UAFS, UA Little Rock, Henderson State University, and UCA.

Got another batch cooked up and ready for you. So, grab this on your way to the bus stop. It's still back to school month here on Mapstronaut Bonus.

This week, I'm featuring some private religious colleges and universities: John Brown University, Arkansas Baptist College, Harding University, Crowley's Ridge College, Ouachita Baptist University, and Williams Baptist University.

It's that time of year again, folks. The air's eventually going to get cooler (so I've been told), the shaved ice stands are shutting down (booo!), and the kids are going back to school.  

So, let's talk about some of those schools. Over the next few weeks, I'll be taking a look at some of the colleges and universities here in Arkansas. This week, I'm featuring some of our most well known institutions for higher learning: the University of Arkansas, Arkansas State University, Arkansas Tech University, Southern Arkansas University, and the University of Arkansas in Monticello.