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Archaeology
Art History
Ancient Egypt
Tomb Curses
Ancient Cosmetics
Ancient History
Egypt
Royal Cemetery At Ur
Egyptian Mythology
Bronze Age
Ancient Mesopotamia
King Tutankhamun
Uluburun Shipwreck
Harem Conspiracy
The Curse Of the Mummy
Ea-Nasir
Terracotta Army
Coffin Texts
Book Of the Dead
Neo-Assyrian Empire

Join Dr. Tenninger Kellenbarger, an archaeologist and art historian, as she delves into ancient history, mythology, intricate artifacts, and more every other Wednesday beginning at 6 am EST. History, once forgotten, lives again here. Walk the halls with us as we tell their stories. Class is in session, and this is not your normal Indiana Jones adventure; it's so much more. These are the Dirt Diari... more

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Welcome back to the Dirt Diaries! We are going on an ancient tour of sorts today as we analyze the evidence from the 16 graves at the Cemetery of Ur that Woolley termed royal. Who was buried here? Who were these tombs intended for? And what was found... more

Welcome back to the Dirt Diaries! We are analyzing the infamous words of the last pharaoh of Egypt. Did Cleopatra actually state that no man would find her tomb? Is this legit or a legend? And if so, when did it come about? We are trying to get to th... more

Welcome back to Season 3 of the Dirt Diaries! Today, we are looking at what the 1999 cinematic masterpiece starring Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz got right in terms of ancient history, Egyptology, and more! From the curse of the Hom Dai, Imhotep, a... more

Welcome back to the Dirt Diaries! In this final episode of the season, we are going over some of my top finds of the year before we shut the tomb of 2025! From ancient tattoos, new Mesopotamian myths, a sanctuary to Odysseus, and a new Egyptian princ... more

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Dr. Tenninger Kellenbarger
Archaeologist and art historian who hosts and guides episodes; frequently shares insights from archaeology, ancient history, artifacts, and myth.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • I am a huge fan of this and the topics Dr. I love her energy and enthusiasm. She is amazing and these are worth your time if you’re into geography, mythology, art, ancient history, etc.

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    5
    Anonymous
    United States6 months ago
  • Love it!

    I'm always on the lookout for podcasts on archaeology and I'm so glad I saw a tiktok about this one. The host is super passionate and knowledgeable about the topics. Sound quality is great. What more can you ask for?

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    5
    TeeMick
    United States2 years ago
  • I’m so excited for this!

    I first heard of Dr. Tenn from Styxandbones (store & podcast), and I’m beyond excited that she is doing her own podcast. This woman knows her facts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabstaghoul
    United States2 years ago

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Ask An Archaeologist: Answering Your Burning Questions
Q: Why do archaeologists touch everything with their hands?
Touching items directly helps archaeologists differentiate materials and learn more about them through experience, which sometimes leads to licking items for discernment.
Ask An Archaeologist: Answering Your Burning Questions
Q: Do you prefer being hands-on during excavations or teaching?
I love being able to do both, feeling fulfilled when I can teach during the school year and excavate in the summer.
Ask An Archaeologist: Answering Your Burning Questions
Q: How many times have you been on excavations?
I've excavated in Cyprus and done study seasons in Crete, working on significant archaeological projects.
Ask An Archaeologist: Answering Your Burning Questions
Q: How hard is it to become an archaeologist?
It requires a lot of passion and dedication to study and progress through degrees in archaeology and art history.
Ancient Crime: A Mummy Murder Mystery and The Harem Conspiracy
Q: Did the harem in its entirety know about it?
Yes, several women in the harem were aware of the conspiracy to kill Ramses III.

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