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Curiosity Meets The Past

Dr. Smiti Nathan
History
Human Remains
Archaeology
Voice
Storytelling
Linguistics
Art
Ancient Civilizations
Authenticity
Accent Coaching
Speech Patterns
Cultural Perspectives
Community Engagement
Etymology
Octagon Tomb
Roman Concrete
Family History
Galicia
Malta
Megalithic Monuments

Curiosity Meets The Past is a podcast for curious minds who love learning about the past. Hosted by archaeologist Dr. Smiti Nathan, each episode features conversations with researchers, artists, and folx from diverse backgrounds who uncover unexpected stories behind objects, places, and people. No background in history or archaeology needed - just your curiosity. Learn more at smitinathan.com/podc... more

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What can tiny, overlooked bones tell us about Paleolithic life, technology, and art? Archaeologist and paleoanthropologist, Dr. Giulia Gallo, reveals how these fragile fragments hold clues to both our past and that of our ancient relatives. From evid... more

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What can voice reveal about history, identity, and expression across time? Voice, accent, and communication coach Christine Adam shares how voice carries both personal and collective memory. We discuss what goes into preparing historically grounded p... more

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What can overlooked ancient civilizations teach us about connection, perspective, and the stories we choose to tell? Archaeologist and science communicator Raven Todd DaSilva shares this and more as we speak about her new book The Other Ancient Civil... more

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What can Malta’s mysterious megalithic monuments teach us about curiosity, ritual, and the power of independent research? YouTuber Laura, a.k.a. MegalithHunter, shares what makes these archaeological sites both architecturally and culturally distinct... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Giulia Gallo
Archaeologist and paleoanthropologist with expertise in analyzing small bone fragments from paleolithic contexts.
Postdoctoral researcher
Episode: What Tiny, Overlooked Bones Reveal About the Paleolithic
Raven Todd DaSilva
Archaeologist and science communicator known for her YouTube channel, Dig It With Raven.
Episode: Expanding Our View of the Ancient World
Laura (MegalithHunter)
YouTube creator focusing on ancient monuments and megalithic structures
Episode: How Malta’s Ancient Monuments Still Capture Our Curiosity
Laura Fajín Riveiro
Multimedia artist originally from Galicia, Spain.
Episode: Three Generations Shaping a Galician Artist’s Work
Dr. Taylor Zaneri
An archaeologist investigating medieval cities in Italy using geospatial methods
Episode: What Maps Reveal About Medieval Public Health
Shanice Webb
Human-centered designer and lecturer at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Designing Futures That Engage with the Past
Dr. Adam Netzer-Zimmer
Biomedical anthropologist with a background in bioarchaeology
Episode: What the Dead Still Mean to the Living in Iceland
Michelle Franklin
Scholar of interdisciplinary studies, author, and podcaster with a deep interest in linguistics
Episode: The Secret Past Lives of Words
Dr. Katie Chiou
Food archaeologist and assistant professor in the Department of Anthropology
University of Alabama
Episode: Uncovering Today’s Hidden Foodways Through Archaeology

Host

Dr. Smiti Nathan
Host and archaeologist who facilitates engaging discussions on history and archaeology.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
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    beaviss420
    United States2 months ago
  • Learning from the Past

    I came upon this podcast by accident and I’m thankful that I did. Words, maps, DNA —- there’s so much to learn from the past and we can elect to repeat it or not. (Ir)regardless, this collection is enriching, enlightening, educational, entertaining. . . . Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jefffort
    United States2 months ago
  • Very informative and interesting podcast

    I just listened to the latest episode of the podcast series and was delighted by the content, narrative structure, and thoughtful questions. Its great listening to archaeological research from an expert in their own words and getting the benefit of an archaeologist host who asks very thoughtful questions that direct the flow of the interview. The content on medieval urbanism and integrating mapping with documentation and excavation is made more meaningful with links to urbanism in the contempora... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abbybright
    United States3 months ago
  • Making History Engaging and Accessible

    I love how this podcast makes history both engaging and accessible. I have to admit that I wasn’t a huge fan of history in school, but the content makes this field so much more relatable and welcoming. Wonderful job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K8_ify
    United States3 months ago
  • Thoughtful and engaging podcast

    Dr. Smiti Nathan creates a welcoming environment for her guests to explore their interests in ways that are both relatable and educational. I really appreciate her ability to engage with academics and get them to open up in ways you don’t often hear on academic podcasts. Her style makes the conversations enjoyable and approachable, and I always come away having learned something new.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BearVillint
    United States3 months ago

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The host is praised for creating a welcoming environment for experts, encouraging them to share their insights openly.

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What Tiny, Overlooked Bones Reveal About the Paleolithic
Q: Are there any early findings that you're willing to share that might be surprising or unexpected?
Recent findings from proteomic analysis revealed human remains from previously unidentifiable bone fragments.
What Tiny, Overlooked Bones Reveal About the Paleolithic
Q: Can you give us an example of something surprising that you've learned from studying burnt bones in the Paleolithic?
One of the surprising findings is that Neanderthals burned mammoth bones as part of their survival strategy.
What Tiny, Overlooked Bones Reveal About the Paleolithic
Q: What makes burnt bone especially challenging to study?
Burnt bone is fragile and difficult to analyze due to its coloration and fragmentation, making it a challenge for archaeologists.
Voice as a Record of Time
Q: What do you hope listeners take away about how voices carry history?
I want people to know that every individual has the capacity for an incredibly powerful voice, which reflects their personal history and can create meaningful connections.
Voice as a Record of Time
Q: What kind of research goes into preparing historically specific voices for actors?
It starts with understanding the person's background, including cultural, social, and class contexts that influence their voice and speech patterns.

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Recent guests on Curiosity Meets The Past include:

1. Dr. Giulia Gallo
2. Raven Todd DaSilva
3. Laura (MegalithHunter)
4. Laura Fajín Riveiro
5. Dr. Taylor Zaneri
6. Shanice Webb
7. Dr. Adam Netzer-Zimmer
8. Michelle Franklin

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