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Hello, welcome to the show! In this podcast, we talk about the story of our species and how we came to be. From our humble ape ancestors to Bronze Age societies, our story has been fascinating. Anthropology, archaeology, and history are all thoroughly covered. All information is based on peer-reviewed research. Fringe theories and conspiracies are not entertained. Grazie e arrivederci!
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The AnthroBiology Podcast sits down with biological anthropologists once or twice a month to learn about what they do and why it's rad. Want to know more about our evolutionary past? Or what your bones say about you? Maybe chimps are more your speed? If it's anthropology and it's about humans, we'll cover it. Learn more at anthrobiology.com
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Explore the fascinating world of ancient mammoth hunters who thrived in the Arctic over 30,000 years ago. Discover how these early humans adapted to one of the harshest environments on Earth and the innovative strategies they employed for survival. #history #ancienthuman #archaeology #paleolithic #mammothhunters #Arcticsurvival Learn more about you…
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Explore the fascinating world of the Magdalenian culture, a prominent Upper Paleolithic culture known for its rich archaeological findings, including cave art and tool advancements. Discover the significance of this culture in understanding human history and development during the late Stone Age. #Magdalenianculture #UpperPaleolithic #caveart #tool…
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Dr. Gwen Robbins Schug from the University of North Carolina - Greebsboro discusses some of the projects her lab is working on, including skeletal and dental pathology in past populations and istopic analysis of human remains. She also touches on the importance of integrating biological anthropology into climate change and global health policies. T…
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The Solutrean culture, ranging from approximately 22,000 to 17,000 years ago, was a prehistoric society of the Upper Paleolithic period mainly in present-day France and Spain. It is famed for its uniquely crafted stone tools, especially the Solutrean points, and for its artistic contributions such as detailed cave paintings and carvings. This cultu…
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Dr. Sholts of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History joins the show to discuss her new book, The Human Disease: How We Create Pandemics, from Our Bodies to Our Beliefs. Dr. Sholts uses an anthropological lens to understand epidemics. She touches on One Health, historical and current epidemics, the role misinformation plays in the spread…
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Dr. Griffin of San Francisco State University joins the show to discuss dental caries and toothwear in pre-contact Native American groups. Books, articles, and media mentioned in this episode: Griffin, MC. (2014). Biocultural implication of oral pathology in an ancient central California population. Am J Phys Anthropol, 154(2), 171-188. Griffin, MC…
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Explore the Gravettian culture, a significant Upper Paleolithic civilization known for its remarkable art and technological advancements in prehistoric Europe. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #archaeology #Gravettianculture #UpperPaleolithic #prehistoricart #prehistorictechnology Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…
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Dr. Wescott of Texas State University joins the show to discuss the Texas State body farm (Forensic Anthropology Center at Texas State - FACTS) and the forensic research carried out there. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Dr. Wescott's ResearchGate profile Haglund & Sorg, Advances in Forensic Taphonomy: Method, Theory…
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Explore the Aurignacian Culture, the first modern human culture to settle in Europe post-Neanderthals. They were known for hunting large animals and creating remarkable art. This episode kicks off a series on the Upper Paleolithic. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #archaeology #AurignacianCulture #UpperPaleolithic Learn more about your ad ch…
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Dr. Goodson (Cambridge University) and Dr. Trombley (Augustana University) join forces on the show to discuss their bioarchaeological-historical collaboration to understand the Medieval mouth. Books, articles, and selected people mentioned in this episode: Medieval Mouths in Context: Biocultural and MultiScalar Considerations of the Mouth and the C…
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Explore the fascinating era 10,000 years ago when humans witnessed the dawn of agriculture and the construction of complex megalithic structures, all while mammoths and other large animals roamed certain regions. #ancienthuman #archaeology #dawnofagriculture #megalithicstructures #mammoths Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/…
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Dr. Trent Trombley of Augustana University joins the show to talk about his research at Villamagna, a medieval settlement outside of Rome. He uses macroscopic analysis of teeth along with a few other methods to understand life in the past. Links mentioned in the show: Dr. Trombley's ResearchGate profile Making Sense of Medieval Mouths: Investigatin…
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Dr. Clark Spencer Larsen of Ohio State joins the show to discuss his history in the field, bioarchaeology, and how we can use biological anthropology to understand human health in the past. Links mentioned in the show: Dr. Larsen's faculty page The past 12,000 years of behavior, adaptation, population and evolution shaped who we are today (2023 PNA…
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Explore the intriguing discoveries at the La Brea Tar Pits, as researchers uncover evidence of megafaunal extirpation during the pre-Younger Dryas period. Delve into the Ice Age mysteries and the ecological and chronological aspects of late Pleistocene megafauna in the Northern Willamette Valley, Oregon. #paleoanthropology #ancienthuman #archaeolog…
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Explore the ancient and fascinating rituals of Ayahuasca in the Amazon. This episode delves into the cultural and historical significance of Ayahuasca ceremonies, examining their ethnopharmacologic roots and the impact on both indigenous and modern societies. #ayahuasca #Amazon #rituals #ethnopharmacology #shamanism #culturalcontext #indigenousprac…
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Dr. Daniel Benyshek of UNLV joins the show to discuss plancentophagy. Check out his lab page for more info on placentophagy. Note: There is a special addition at the end of this episode. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology. Email the host at gaby.lapera@anthrobiology.co…
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Homo antecessor is an extinct hominin species believed to have lived in Europe over 1 million years ago. Fossils were discovered in Spain, particularly at the Atapuerca archaeological site. This species is intriguing because it exhibits both primitive and more advanced traits. Homo antecessor is thought to have been a skilled toolmaker and meat-eat…
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In this episode, we explore the intriguing history of North Sentinel Island and its inhabitants, the Sentinelese people. We discuss the ethical questions surrounding their isolation and the impact of past interactions. Discover the challenges faced in preserving their unique way of life and the lessons we can learn from their story. #NorthSentinelI…
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Explore the fascinating history of the dark-skinned populations native to Southeast Asia. Discover their unique genetic stories and the surprising insights they provide into human history. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #SoutheastAsia #Negrito Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Dr. Jeremy DeSilva of Dartmouth joins the show to discuss bipedalism -- why anthropologists are obsessed with it and how it might have come to be. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology. Email the host at gaby.lapera@anthrobiology.com.…
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Explore the fascinating period of the Younger Dryas, a significant era at the conclusion of the last ice age when human civilizations began to emerge. This episode aims to clarify common misconceptions about this pivotal time in history, touching upon its impact on the environment, megafauna, and early human societies. #paleoanthropology #human #Yo…
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Explore the fascinating world of human activity 100,000 years ago. Delve into paleoanthropology to uncover how ancient humans lived, their survival strategies, and the environment they inhabited. This episode provides a comprehensive look at the cultural and social dynamics of early human societies. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #earlysoc…
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Explore the fascinating world of Neanderthals as we delve into recent scientific discoveries and archaeological findings. This episode uncovers the truths about Neanderthals, highlighting their physical characteristics, intelligence, social structures, and cultural achievements through expert interviews and engaging storytelling. 0:00: Introduction…
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Rhianna Drummond-Clarke, PhD candidate at the Max Planck Institute (Dept. of Human Origins), joins the show to discuss her most recent article examining how environments affect chimp locomotion. She also chat about her time in the field. See her article here: https://www.science.org/doi/pdf/10.1126/sciadv.add9752 Find links to articles, books, and …
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Explore the fascinating prehistory of the Sahara, delving into the ancient human presence and environmental changes that have shaped this vast desert. Key topics include the Green Sahara period and the transitions between humid and arid conditions, as well as the cultural and technological advancements of early human populations. #paleoanthropology…
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Dr. Kirsty Graham from the University of St. Andrews discusses how bonobos use gestures to communicate, which winds into a chat about what that means for ape communication generally -- especially humans. They also have some insights into field research. Check out the article about humans understanding nonhuman ape gestures here: https://journals.pl…
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Explore the intriguing beginnings of hominins, examining significant studies on primate phylogeny and their evolutionary relationships. Discover insights into the divergence of chimpanzee species, the nature of Sahelanthropus tchadensis, and evidence of Miocene hominin bipedalism in Chad. #paleoanthropology #humanorigins #primatephylogeny #evolutio…
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Dr. James Cole from the University of Brighton joins the show to talk about how studying stone tools can reveal insights about the evolution of cognition in humans. Along the way, we touch on brain size, theory of mind, and social groups. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBio…
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Explore the fascinating world of ancient artifacts and the technological advancements made by early humans. Discover the significance of bone tools at Olduvai Gorge, the use of hafted hunting technology, and the early evidence of bow-and-arrow technology dating back 64,000 years in South Africa. Learn about Neanderthal fiber technology and its impl…
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Rick Coste, host of the Evolution Talk podcast, talks about his new book (Evolution Talk) and how he became interested in science. Find links to articles, books, and pics at AnthroBiology.com. Find the show on Instagram and Twitter @AnthroBiology.توسط Gaby Lapera
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Explore the intriguing evidence of cannibalism in prehistoric times, including insights into Neanderthal behavior and ancient Homo sapiens. This episode delves into the findings from various archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the dietary habits and social structures of our ancestors. #paleoanthropology #human #ancienthuman #cannibalism #…
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Dr. Agustin Fuentes of Princeton and Dr. Barbara King joined the show to discuss the scientific community's responsibility for animals used in research. Should it be done? Is it possible to carry out ethical research involving animals? Want to learn more? Read the article the episode is based on: "Towards an Anti-Maleficent Research Agenda" Find li…
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Explore the fascinating history of the Old Copper Culture in North America. This episode delves into how ancient Native Americans were among the world's first coppersmiths, utilizing the metal in various forms. Discover insights from recent studies that re-date the usage of copper artifacts and learn about their significance in pre-European societi…
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Explore the fascinating journey of human ancestors a million years ago, touching on their dispersal out of Africa, early use of tools, and the first evidence of fire use. Discover how these ancient humans adapted to their environments and the evolution of their physical features. Dive into research studies that reveal insights into the early Homo e…
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Explore the powerful eruption of the Toba supervolcano around 74,000 years ago and its impact on human evolution and the environment. The event potentially caused a significant bottleneck in human populations, influencing modern human diversity. Discover various scientific perspectives and debates on how this catastrophic event shaped our planet's …
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Dr. Christian Crowder from the Dallas County Medical Examiner's Office joins the show to talk about his experiences in forensic anthropology, using histology for forensic cases, and how anthropologists are a crucial component of the response team for mass fatality events. Dr. Crowder also talks about his work on the editorial boards of peer-reviewe…
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