In this episode, we dive into part two of "The Lost City of the Monkey God".

The team assembles and embarks on an expedition to the jungles of the Mosquitia region in Honduras to "discover" a "lost" city. Facing swarms of hungry insects and encounters with deadly snakes, they set out to confirm the site they identified using LiDAR.

Last time, we had a few critiques. Will the book redeem itself? Tune in to find out!

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"The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas Preston

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A new episode, a new book! In "The Lost City of the Monkey God", daring adventurers use cutting-edge technology to brave the wild and dangerous jungles of Honduras in search of a city lost for centuries! At least, that's how the book presents itself. However, the story has sparked critiques from archaeologists, anthropologists, and native Hondurans. Will we be swept away by this thrilling tale of daring-do? Or will we uncover the flaws in both the book and the project it's based on? Tune in to find out! ____ "The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas Preston Blog post referenced in the episode: "Did You Even Talk to the Locals?"
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David Drake was a skilled potter and an enslaved man, known for the poetry he courageously inscribed on his pots at great personal risk. Join us for a very special one-off episode as we discuss the children's book "Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave" and celebrate this remarkable individual. Next up, we'll be starting the book "The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story". Don't miss it! #podcast #archaeology #history #archaeologybooksforfun #slavery #pottery

For the final episode of "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries" we explore how inventive ancient people were and we throw a little cold water on dowsing and psychics in archaeology. Looking ahead, our next episode will be a one-off with the fabulous kid's book "Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave". David Drake was a remarkable person who, despite the great danger, wrote poetry on the sides of his pots! Tune in for fascinating stories and insightful discussions! #Archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksForFun #Vikings #Atlantis #AncientAliens #HistoryHoax #ScienceVsPseudoscience

In this episode, we dive into the peopling of the Americas, Vikings in North America, and the legend of Atlantis! Plus, we finally discuss the controversial idea that aliens helped ancient civilizations build some of the world's greatest structures. Our thoughts on the matter may surprise you (but probably won't). #Archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksForFun #Vikings #Atlantis #AncientAliens #HistoryHoax #ScienceVsPseudoscience

In this episode we kick off our discussion of "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries: Science and Pseudoscience in Archaeology."

Join us as we delve into the intriguing world of scientific inquiry versus pseudoscience. We'll explore the myths surrounding a supposed race of ancient giants, uncover the story behind the Cardiff Giant hoax, and unravel the infamous Piltdown Man fraud.

Get ready for a journey through some of the most bizarre and fascinating cases in archaeology. Tune in to learn how these deceptions were uncovered and what they reveal about the nature of scientific investigation.

Don't forget to share your thoughts on your favorite hoaxes. We love hearing from our listeners! #archaeology #archaeologybooksforfun #FraudsMythsAndMysteries #ScienceVsPseudoscience #CardiffGiant #PiltdownMan #HistoryHoaxes #AncientAliens

We are very excited for this one!

In this special episode, we sit down with the talented Mary Anna Evans, author of "Artifacts: A Faye Longchamp Mystery." Join us as we delve into her fascinating writing process, her meticulous research, and how she so masterfully represents archaeology in her work.

Don't miss this chance to get an insider's look at Mary Anna's inspirations and storytelling secrets. We know you'll enjoy getting to know her as much as we did! #archaeology #ArchaeologyBooksforFun #fpan #FayeLongchamp #mystery #MaryAnnaEvans #floridapanhandle

Join us for the thrilling finale of "Artifacts: A Faye Longchamp Mystery"! In this last episode, stakes are high as Faye faces a heart-stopping dilemma. Will Faye reveal her illegal activities and go to prison to stop a killer? Who is the killer? Will Joyeuse be saved? What the heck is a palmetto? All these questions will be answered! Don’t miss our exclusive interview with Mary Anna Evans, author of "Artifacts", coming later this month. It’s a treat for all mystery aficionados!
Plus, the votes are in! Prepare to dive into the bizarre realm of extraterrestrial lore and deceptive legends with our next reading adventure, "Frauds, Myths, and Mysteries: Science and Pseudoscience in Archaeology" by Kenneth L. Feder. A journey through the curious corners of pseudoarchaeology awaits!
And here's a challenge for our sharp-witted listeners: Can you name the first category 5 hurricane to strike the Florida Panhandle? Share your answers in the episode Q&A and let's test our collective knowledge!
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