The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty

Why HELLOOOOOO friends! It's been quite a while since I published an episode of the podcast, but in these times, what else can one do but make a podcast about a sociopolitical movement leading to one of the most infamous events in British history? Am I right? Let me take you back in time to 17th century Scotland for Part 1 of my series on the Glencoe Massacre. McNiven out!

Episode 27 of The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty Podcast - "Ranger Danger"

In this special episode of the podcast we discuss the dangers of archaeology and things you should consider before heading out into the field. I had a fun time discussing this topic with some of my archaeology friends, who contributed some of their horror stories from the field. Then shorty news is back with a look at glacial archaeology. Enjoy the pod my peeps! 

Important links:

 

Health and Safety in Archaeology 

Glacial Archaeology 

 

Women of Archaeology Episode 8: What's in Your Pack 

Jenny Out!

Welcome to Episode 26 of The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty! 

It's Game of Thrones time once again, so while you're

catching up on life in Westeros this season why not enjoy a bit of the history

behind George R. R. Martin's addictive series. While there's lots to choose

from, this episode focuses on the links between the Lannister/Stark feud and

the English monarchy during the Wars of the Roses. Comparisons will be made,

heads will be lost, and spoilers will abound. So beware, but enjoy the

awesomeness that is the REAL Game of Thrones!

In this episode we explore two difference phases of early exploration and settlement in North America. First, the Vikings because Vikings don't need an explanation they're Vikings. Second, a recent discovery in Pensacola has revealed the location of an early Spanish settlement that has brought Spanish colonialism back into the spotlight. So sit back and enjoy, I promise I only mention Columbus once, the scoundrel!

Check out more on the new Viking Outpost here!

Check out more on the Luna Colony discovery here! 

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Hi friends! It's Episode 24 of The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty. In this podcast I open up about working throughout my pregnancy and managing family life and careers in the field. Then we cover some of the biggest news stories of 2015 and discuss the latest book club selection. Oh, and if you're perceptive you might notice that I started off the podcast pregnant and ended it with a baby. These things happen when you sit down to record at 10 months pregnant and decide to take a "break" for 2 days. C'est la vie!

Welcome to The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty! I'm Jenny, a big old history nerd with a flare for the dramatic and a lack of creative outlets. Put those together with a career in archaeology and what do you get? This podcast, of course! In episode 23 we travel back in time to the coast of Scotland, where adventurous archaeologists are discovering Pictish forts. Then we explore childbirth in Egyptian Mythology because, wait for it... The Struggling Archaeologist is expecting a little shovelbum of her own!Enjoy the show and be sure to check out all of the great archaeology podcasts on the Archaeology Podcast Network! Follow me on Twitter @strugglingarch and on Tumblr @ thestrugglingarchaeologist.tumblr.com Catch up on all my past episodes at www.jennifermcniven,com!

Welcome to Episode 22 of The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty "Paleo Muffins!"In this episode, we're going Paleo! Paleo Diet that is. You may have heard some controversy surrounding this movement, some of which is coming from the anthropological community. So I thought I'd investigate what Paleo eating does and doesn't have to do with our Paleolithic ancestors. (Spoiler: I actually went on the Paleo Diet so I could report from the inside, I'm so sneaky). So tune in to learn more about Paleolithic/hunter-gatherer living, the standard American diet, and WHAT (in your best Jerry Seinfeld everybody)...  IS THE DEAL... WITH PALEO MUFFINS! Enjoy, and tune in for more Struggling Archaeologist and other great archaeology podcasts on the Archaeology Podcast Network!archaeologypodcastnetwork.comthestrugglingarchaeologist.tumblr.com www.jennifermcniven.com

Welcome to episode 21 of The Struggling Archaeologist's Guide to Getting Dirty! So, I'm kind of a big fan of Dogfish Head beer, both the beverages and the company. I was inspired by their series of "Ancient Ales" to discover the archaeology of alcohol and introduce you to some tasty ancient ales. Our ancestors have been making alcoholic concoctions for thousands of years, and thanks to science and archaeology we now have the ability to reconstruct the recipes to some of these awesome drinks. I also thought it would be interesting to find out about how alcohol has evolved from its early days to what we are familiar with today. So sit back, pop open a cold one, get a little toasty, and enjoy this exciting episode!Also on this podcast, I invite all of you to join The Struggling Archaeologist book club!Be sure to check us out on the Archaeology Podcast Network, where you can find lots of fun and informative archaeology podcasts.

In this episode we have a little career chat, and then it's time for another "Back to Basics with Jenny" where we learn all about human origins, huzzah! Also, I'm excited to announce that The Struggling Archaeologist podcast is joining forces with some other awesome archaeology podcasts to start the Archaeology Podcast Network! Check out www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com to access all of our really fun podcasts, including the CRM Archaeology podcast and the Anarchaeologist podcast. I'm totes excited to be a part of this great group of invididuals, and I hope you will find some fun and informative shows to listen to through the network. Give it a try! ~Jenny

In part 2 of Jenny's french adventures we learn about the Normandy region of France and gay Paris! (like happy Paris, otherwise that's an entirely different podcast...) French frack we're tackling in this one:Paris- what is the deal with your historical relevance and city planning?Paris- Saint Denis? Really? Normandy- guess the obscure musical and win a puppy! Normandy- cows... monarchs... comets... war (what is it good for anyway?)... Tune in and follow me on tumblr, twitter, and my blog www.jennifermcniven.com!