DIG THIS

Let this one percolate awhile!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0800

In our 7th and final episode of Season 3, Amanda and Kleanza archaeologist, Gwen Topacio invite UCLA art historian and Associate Director for Research and Knowledge Creation at the Getty Research Institute, Nancy Um, to share her extensive knowledge around the subject of coffee. It turns out that Nancy and Gwen both share a great enthusiasm and curiosity about the subject and their conversation is a delight! From origins, colonization, and globalization; to the archaeology of vessels, and the power within the walls of coffee houses; to brewing methods, kinship, and making memories, coffee has a very special place in history and in our lives every day. We hope you enjoy this lively exchange, and if you are interested in learning more, please check out the links to Nancy’s books here:

The Merchant Houses of Mocha: Trade and Architecture in an Indian Ocean Port:

https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/the-merchant-houses-of-mocha-trade-and-architecture-in-an-indian-ocean-port/9780295989112.html

AND

Shipped but not Sold: Material Culture and the Social Protocols of Trade during Yemen’s Age of Coffee:

https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/shipped-but-not-sold-material-culture-and-the-social-protocols-of-trade-during-yemens-age-of-coffee/9780824893927.html

We are not wizards!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0800

In Episode 6, Amanda and Kleanza Archaeologist, Kevin Haugrud, explore the subject of Geographic Information Services with GIS Specialist Mikaela Bennett, from Ecora in Kelowna. She explains how she uses different types of software to look at both spatial (ie. map) and tabular information (ie. spreadsheet) to get answers about a point or area. The conversation covers techniques, the possibilities inherent in this work, its’ challenges, and a bit about a career in GIS. Kevin got answers to all his questions which we hope he can explore more out in the field!

And if you want to dig a bit deeper into this subject, visit https://ecora.ca/

In BC, it’s a jungle out there!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0800

Our friend and field geophysicist, Péter Takács, from GeoScan Subsurface Surveys, joins Kleanza archaeologist Sheriff Hossain to talk about Ground Penetrating Radar. Their conversation touches on having a career in GPR, its advantages, different techniques, and the challenges of using GPR in archaeological, and geophysical surveys. This is one of Sheriff’s passions and he was able to gather a wealth of information to take into his work out in the field.

And if you want to dig a bit deeper into this subject, visit https://www.geoscan.ca/

Do you believe in miracles…?

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0800

We start the New Year with an incredibly moving and uplifting story. Amanda and guest host Brady McBride welcome Debbie Nagano, Director of Heritage for the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and Dr. Grant Zazula who heads the Yukon government’s paleontology program to tell the story of the mummified baby mammoth, Nun Cho Ga, found in 2022. They discuss the profound opportunity this powerful event provides for Indigenous communities to learn about their own story, about their heritage, and reconnect to their language and the land. This small baby has brought healing to the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in community and possibly changed the practice of paleontology. And so we honour Nun Cho Ga’s life.

*Content warning:* In this episode, Indian Residential Schools, gravesites, sacred sites and ancestral remains are discussed. These discussions may re-traumatize or trigger listeners because of the sensitive content related to the search for unmarked graves of children who attended Indian Residential Schools. If you experience trauma or feeling triggered, help is available 24/7 for survivors and their families through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. Mental health support for Indigenous Peoples across the land known as Canada is available through the Hope for Wellness chatline at 1-800-721-0066 or using the chat box at https://hopeforwellness.ca/. The Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society provides information about these and other supports that are available: https://www.irsss.ca

Rare Aztec writings reveal a new history

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0800

In Episode 3 Amanda and guest host Joseph LeBrun and have an amazing conversation with Dr. Camilla Townsend, historian and professor of history at Rutgers University. She spent over 10 years learning the Náhuat language to be able to analyze the historical annals written in the 16th and 17th centuries by the Nahuas (or Aztecs) in their own language. Spanish friars taught them the Roman alphabet so that they could be better Christians, but in the privacy of their own homes, the native people used the phonetic system to record their own traditional histories, which had previously been kept orally. They did this not for the Spaniards, but for the sake of their own posterity. Through the texts that they produced, we can gain insight into the ways in which Indigenous people conceptualized history at first contact and imagined the future. And Indigenous perspectives, in their own words, are given their deserved full weight.

For those of you who’d like to dig deeper into this subject, here is a link to Dr. Camilla Townsend’s book, Fifth Sun.

Canada: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/fifth-sun-a-new-history-of-the-aztecs/9780190673062.html

USA: https://www.abebooks.com/9780190673062/Fifth-Sun-New-History-Aztecs-0190673060/plp

*Content warning:* In this episode, Indian Residential Schools, gravesites, sacred sites and ancestral remains are discussed. These discussions may re-traumatize or trigger listeners because of the sensitive content related to the search for unmarked graves of children who attended Indian Residential Schools. If you experience trauma or are feeling triggered, help is available 24/7 for survivors and their families through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. Mental health support for Indigenous Peoples across the land known as Canada is available through the Hope for Wellness chatline at 1-800-721-0066 or using the chat box at https://hopeforwellness.ca/. The Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society provides information about these and other supports that are available: https://www.irsss.ca

Archaeology literally going to the dogs

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0800

We continue Season 3 as Amanda and guest host Gary Brewer talk with Robin Greubel - CEO of K9Sensus.

Robin has been involved in detection work since 2001, beginning in wilderness and human remains detection (HRD), which expanded into disaster work. She trains and deploys with Nebraska Task Force 1 and Iowa Task Force 1, and is a certified explosives and narcotics detection dog handler.

Gary has a new pup, Rosie, and they talk about what it takes to train a dog (and handler), and expand archaeological work to include detection dogs.

Please take care while listening to this episode as there is content about Indian Residential Schools, gravesites, sacred sites and ancestral remains that may cause trauma, or re-traumatize listeners. Consider identifying where you will turn for help if needed.

*Content warning:* In this episode, Indian Residential Schools, gravesites, sacred sites and ancestral remains are discussed. These discussions may re-traumatize or trigger listeners because of the sensitive content related to the search for unmarked graves of children who attended Indian Residential Schools. If you experience trauma or are feeling triggered, help is available 24/7 for survivors and their families through the Indian Residential School Survivors Society Crisis Line at 1-866-925-4419. Mental health support for Indigenous Peoples across the land known as Canada is available through the Hope for Wellness chatline at 1-800-721-0066 or using the chat box at https://hopeforwellness.ca/. The Indian Residential Schools Survivors Society provides information about these and other supports that are available: https://www.irsss.ca

Brewing and feasting and truths…Oh My!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0800

Welcome to Season 3 where Amanda includes members of her archaeological team as guest hosts. They each pick a subject they love and a dream guest to interview!

In Episode 1, Amanda welcomes Curt Carbonell who interviews Dr. Marie Hopwood about her research regarding the production and cultural significance of alcohol in past societies. She also has a research partnership with Dave Paul of Loveshack Libations, a micro-brewery in Qualicum Beach, where they brew modern takes on ancient beers based on archaeological evidence. From ancient beer recipes, to societal norms and practices regarding alcohol, to the cultural importance of passing down knowledge - this is a fascinating conversation!

For anyone who would like to dive deeper, here is a link to “A Hymn To Ninkasi” (the goddess of brewing) as referenced in the episode https://cdli.mpiwg-berlin.mpg.de/cdli-tablet/552 . You can see a picture of the hymn on one of the tablets and there is a common translation included in the description text.

Season 3 TRAILER

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0800

You Always Get When You Give

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:39:51 -0700

Thank you for hanging with us throughout Dig This Season 2! In this, the season’s final episode, Archaeologist Kay Jollymore talks with Jenny about mentorship!

From her start in the Cariboo area and throughout her career, Kay celebrates the generous people who made a difference in her career. She shares the value of becoming a mentor, how to be a good one, mentor, different kinds of mentors including the benefits of horizontal collegial mentorships.

Looking at in-the-field and in-the-office formal and ad-hoc training, Kay and Jenny discuss the responsibilities of both the mentor and mentee, but also how professional associations, businesses and clients can and should support and make space for this work. And the importance of mentorship to building capacity in First Nations communities to support their control of their own heritage materials.

No matter what, mentorship is deeply enriching, rewarding and so often, a joyful experience!

The End of Toxic Masculinity in Archaeology? No.

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:36:07 -0700

Celebrating our team this Gratitude Season, each Kleanza archaeologist chose to discuss a subject that was important to them. In Episode 21, Jenny talks with archaeologist Kevin Haugrud about women in archaeology!

Kevin shares his gratitude for all the women he has worked with and for, in his career. Touching on mining, oil and other industry platforms, camp culture, toxic masculinity, healthy company values and fatherhood, he observes that his mentors, colleagues and bosses have been primarily women.

“Women archaeologists? Keep them. Get more of them.”

Kevin talks about how their perspectives, teaching and management styles, values and priorities have impacted his work and personal life in such a positive way.

An Obligation To Speak The Truth

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 04:27:24 -0700

Gratitude Season continues with Episode 20. Today Jenny, and Kleanza archaeologist Manda Palmer gently, with compassion and vulnerability, have a very difficult but important discussion about harassment, abuse, rape, sexual assault, mental health and burnout in the practice of archaeology…and our obligation, to ourselves now, and to the next generation.

Again, it feels like we're just scratching the surface, but it’s a start. And we touch on a few solutions too. The content will be alarming to some, and we have included more detailed information in the Show Notes, as well as resources, should you need them. Most importantly, please take care of yourself.

SHOW NOTES:

To our dear listeners, this episode contains content that may be triggering. Please check the show notes for specific time code indicators and for a list of resources, should you need them. Most importantly, take care of yourself.

From 17:30 onward, the conversation centers around sensitive issues until the end of the episode.
Here are specific timecodes and information:

17:30 - begins the talk about sexual abuse, assault, rape, harassment and substance abuse
20:49 - talk about perpetrators of harassment
22:00 - talk about trauma and traumatic experience
24:15 - talk about power relationships and gender
25:29 - talk about signs of trauma and breaking cycles
26:28 - talk about trauma and somatic therapy
29:01 - talk about supporting younger generation
30:38 - talk about being trauma-informed
31:00 - talk about harassment and reporting
33:20 - talk about safety in industry culture and mental health
35:50 - talk about body autonomy
36:11 - talk about Indigenous trauma

RESOURCE LIST:

Texting support for survivors: https://www.webelievesurvivors.ca/
Talking on phone: crisis line 1-877-544-6424
Vesta resource library: https://www.vestasit.com/resources-library/
National Sexual Assault Hotline 800.656.HOPE (4673)
RAINN online.rainn.org
Crisis Resources https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/crisis-resources
Resources by province: https://canadianwomen.org/support-services/
https://cpa.ca/psychology-works-fact-sheet-workplace-burnout/
https://www.traumacanada.org/resources/links-and-resources/
https://www.nwac.ca/assets-knowledge-centre/Final-Trauma-Informed-Culturally-Appropriate-Approaches-in-the-Workplace-Final.pdf

Flip The Needle, Flip the Model

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0700

Today Jenny hosts Kleanza archaeologist, Gary Brewer, to talk about how differently archaeology, both federally and provincially, is handled across our country. Provinces don’t all do things the same way?! Whaaaaaat?!

Gary has worked across Canada and the US, with expertise in CRM, Academia and Regulation. He is imminently qualified, but also able to offer a rare combination of knowledge, experience and perspective regarding the challenges posed by such differing ways and views of managing archaeology and heritage. Is a consistent federal and provincial legislative approach even needed? Who benefits from a system change or from the status quo? Everyone can agree on the significance of some sites - but how they are to be managed is another story.

Jenny and Gary explore some really tangible solutions to the issue. It’s beginning to feel like the needle has flipped as practitioners, the public, and lawmakers, are all having the same discussion. A cause for optimism? We hope so…!

Sometimes Meaningful is Not so Meaningful

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:01:59 -0700

In Episode 18, Jenny is joined by archaeologist Mirjana McIntyre, for a serious discussion about working with First Nations in their territories. About involving, listening and acknowledging what Indigenous communities want. About the importance of developing deep and respectful relationships. What meaningful consultation really means. And tangible ideas to empower First Nations, ensuring that they have sovereignty over their land, sacred sites and archaeological finds.

This begins with understanding and acknowledging the impact that colonial systems have had and still have on communities, and our responsibility as allies to move the practice of archaeology forward, to put culture and heritage first.

Knowledge is Power

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:11:16 -0700

Gratitude Season continues!

Today, our archaeologist, Tannis Wilson, talks about the importance of preserving organic materials and wet site finds, as well as building this capacity in Indigenous communities. She does this through the lens of caring for and preserving 2000+ year old fishing weirs.

Archaeologists are at a bit of a trust deficit when it comes to communities, because of the terrible history. Sharing knowledge to inspire future generations, and always honouring the cultural significance and value placed on finds by each Nation, can do a lot to earn that trust back.

Watch Since Time Immemorial, the short film Jenny and Tannis discussed in this episode.

Dismantling The Ivory Tower

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 07:12:46 -0700

Welcome to Episode 16!

Today our archaeologist, Curt Carbonell, uses his experiences in the military and as a distiller and mixologist to explore the subject of public outreach. The perception of archaeology as - a cerebral, exclusive, academic pursuit by primarily settler gatekeepers in ivory towers - needs to change. Or we won’t be able to attract (very much needed) new students, or garner public understanding and support for our work.

A reckoning with our historical, inherited image is urgent. Jenny and Curt explore tangible actions that could change the whole landscape of archaeology and who is practicing archaeology.

Repatriation. It's a Thing.

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0800

This week we begin our GRATITUDE SEASON. It’s been a rough couple of years with COVID, and we wanted to celebrate our wonderful team and talk about subjects that matter to them. And do it in a way that’s not a client conversation, or getting trucks out the door, or figuring out what happened with the shovels!

Archaeologist Suzy Carruthers shares her experience with and thoughtful insight on the subject of repositories and Indigenous Museology.

Changes to BC legislation are being driven by UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples) and the adoption of DRIPA (The Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act). She reminds us that repatriation is important and urgent. And museums in BC, Canada, and indeed all over the world, have a template for how this can work.

Being Black in Archaeology is a Lonely Place (PART 2)

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 12:42:04 -0800

In PART 2 of our conversation with archaeologist, assistant professor, blogger, podcaster, and eBook publisher, Bill White, he talks about problematic colonial cultures in archaeology and education, and his work to decolonize those associations, organizations, and institutions. Alongside his work using community-based participatory research to investigate the past of multi-racial neighbourhoods, Bill is working to build an archaeology community that is anti-racist, anti-harassment, pro-equality, pro-opportunity - and one that is kind, inclusive and supportive. "Stay in the old pith-helmet archaeology or join us, who are figuring a new way in the new world.” Thank you for your inspiration Bill.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Being Black in Archaeology is a Lonely Place (PART 1)

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 09:53:35 -0800

Welcome to Season 2, Episode1! A passionate and articulate archaeologist, assistant professor, blogger, podcaster, and eBook publisher, Bill White joined us from University of California Berkeley. His work focuses on using community-based participatory research to investigate the past of multi-racial neighbourhoods and areas. We learn about how he's building an archaeology community that is anti-racist, anti-harassment, pro-equality, pro-opportunity - and one that is kind, inclusive and supports each other. He had so many insights…stay tuned for PART 2!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

It’s A Wrap But To Be Continued!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0800

Amanda & Jenny reflect on Season 1 - their favourite moments, all that they've learned, and plans for the next season! They also share their gratitude for all their listeners - for great feedback and support, and for going on this journey with them. They love how this podcast is becoming a real discussion. To that end, send in any comments, questions and suggestions and A&J will address them in Season 2, airing in mid-winter.

From everyone at Dig This, we wish you all a happy, healthy and safe holiday season. To our wonderful, enthusiastic guests, and to our loyal, thoughtful audience - THANK YOU. We couldn’t do this without you. To be continued!!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Six women. Straight talk. No holds barred.

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 06:47:01 -0800

In our very first pan-Canadian roundtable - (where you may hear zoom’s audio limitations) - topics range from leadership, inclusivity, ableism, guilt and confidence, to harassment, abuse, boundaries, accountability, and ethics. And it feels like we just scratch the surface. To our dear listeners, this episode contains content that may be alarming. Please check the show notes for specific time code indicators and for a list resources, should you need them. Most importantly, take care of yourself.

This episode contains content that may be alarming to some of you. From 35:25 - 51:10 the conversation centres around sensitive issues.

Here are specific timecodes and information:

35:25 - talk about safety and boundaries

37:58 - talk about sexual assault and sexual violence in generalities

40:20 - specific stories of sexual assault, predator and prey, the affect on survivors

Resource list:

Texting support for survivors: https://www.webelievesurvivors.ca/
Talking on phone: crisis line 1-877-544-6424
Vesta resource library: https://www.vestasit.com/resources-library/
National Sexual Assault Hotline 800.656.HOPE (4673)
RAINN online.rainn.org
Crisis Resources https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/crisis-resources
Resources by province: https://canadianwomen.org/support-services/

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Archaeology Is Political, And A Tool For Social Justice

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0800

Owning his own CRM company, teaching, running a field school, excavating one of the world's oldest public skateboard parks, studying the archaeology of COVID, unearthing Japanese settlements in the North Shore Mountains, twitter, writing books - these are just some of the topics we touched on in a fascinating conversation with archaeologist Bob Muckle. But truly, his life's work has been to get people to appreciate and care about the Indigenous past, and to recognize the value of of archaeology, particularly as a tool for social justice. A mentor, advocate and ally who has lived by his convictions through out his career - we are now glad to call him friend.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

How 2 Moms Run A Business While Cooking Dinner

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 14:00:30 -0800

Join us for the first of our Kitchen Talks mini-sodes. For years, Jenny and Amanda have carved out time at the end of the day, to work out weekly business challenges – all while cooking dinner. We asked them to try recording a few of them! Today, the conversation is about ‘Remote Monitoring’ - a covid 19 solution to address Indigenous community participation safely in the field, which is helping address capacity limitations as well. Again, a lot of straight talk about managing clients while adhering to values, best practices and doing the right thing. Oh! Could we also get the mushroom sauce recipe please?!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Back to the future…in reverse!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Promoting disciplines that engage in early communication and obtaining consent from First Nations, is a priority for us. Archaeological geo-physicist, Peter Takacs shares his enthusiasm for ground-penetrating radar, as Amanda flexes her field producer skills, recording out in the field with Peter and Kleanza archaeologist, Travis Freeland. As a GPR Technician at GeoScan Subsurface Surveys, not only does Peter see what no one else can see, he can see back in time. Although relatively new technology, the collaborative relationship between geophysics, the GPR team and the archaeological team can be a match made in heaven. It just needs to be better understood!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Mum…no…’Mom’ is the word!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0700

In this podcast, one of the things that we've been exploring is the meaning of archaeology and why it matters. We’re all parents in this episode, so today we’re going to explore how our kids bring additional meaning to what we do. Candice Wilson, Environment Manager with Haisla Nation, joins us again, (YAY!), to reflect on this aspect of our lives. What does being a mom and having kids bring to our work in general, and to our work with heritage.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

How do we acknowledge all the white faces in the room?!

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:56:17 -0700

‘How do we ‘right the balance and balance the right?’ This quote by Justice Murray Sinclair has resonated for years. Even archaeologists who understand the imbalance in our practice – and the need for Indigenous communities to be involved in more meaningful ways – find change a challenge. The existing system ends up being replicated in communities, with the all the same problems. Today we talk with archaeologist, Joanne Hammond, about creatively finding ways to do things differently, to change the model for good.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Why did whisky make us feel like 1820’s fur trappers?!”

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Dig our “Near-Death Story Extravaganza"! Safety is our number one priority. Archaeologists always try to prevent accidents, work as safely as possible, wear proper PPE, and review tasks at daily tailgates. But you can never predict what’s going to happen in the field…it’s always an adventure. We hope these stories provide our listeners with some new cocktail party material!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

You just googled ‘HOW TO RUN A BUSINESS?!?

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 01:00:00 -0700

Today we’re digging into the subject of ‘women in business’ with Margarita DeGuzman, managing director of CIRCLE CRM Group. Obviously, we're archaeologists. Obviously, we're women. But we also own and run companies – for which we had no formal training, other than what we learned on the job. So, it's both interesting and enlightening to talk with other women about how they’ve developed their careers and businesses. There are so many different paths!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Why aren’t we all being informed by Indigenous Science?

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0700

We’re so excited to be joined by Candice Wilson, Environmental Manager, Haisla Nation – she is our very first guest!!! We’re talking about how archaeology can support heritage sovereignty and how archaeology can be informed by indigenous science. Archaeologists have previously and sometimes still, termed Indigenous Science as only traditional knowledge, but it is also scientifically based. It's another important way of talking about science.

To discover more check out this video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyUpX6A8o-I

…where we ask, “Who can VS who should practice archaeology?”

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Today, we take a close look at who can versus who should practice archaeology and by what authority. The need for archaeology has widened but who can support that need has not. There's a lack of inclusion and opportunity in legislation, education and field experience requirements. Who can manage sites and do heritage work, needs to change.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.ca

Can archaeology relinquish its golden ticket?

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Historically, archaeologists have been given the golden ticket to manage, own, access and control heritage that was never ours. To change archaeology for good, it’s crucial to recognize that: caring for something that belongs to others is a privilege and honour; room must be made for direction from descendant communities; the limitations and potential of the discipline must be addressed.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.ca

How the hell did we get here?

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Hi! We’re Amanda and Jenny, archaeologists are storytellers. In our first episode, we share our origin story - how our early friendship developed into a life-long relationship, that has seen us have our own families, grow our menagerie of pets, build a business based on heart-based values, and engage in high-level goals, to change the discipline of archaeology in Canada. Welcome!

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.ca

Trailer

Podcast Production by Podstarter, Writer/Director - Kelly Steele — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 08:07:08 -0700

Welcome to DIG THIS - An archaeology podcast for good. Kind of like Indiana Jones… if he was a woman… more ethical… gave a shit about the people whose belongings he was stealing… and was actually doing real archaeological work. Ok. Nothing like Indiana Jones.

Join Jenny Botica and Amanda Marshall - 20-year veteran archeologists, business owners, partners, and moms - as they re-evaluate and decolonize their work, their relationships, and their values. Dig in to their fearless and fierce conversations in the spirit of looking forward and changing the practice of archaeology for the better.

Visit kleanza.com