Curiosity Meets The Past
Podcast Description
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 everyday folx who uncover unexpected stories behind objects, places, and people. No background in history or archaeology needed - just your curiosity.
Learn more at smitinathan.com/podcast
Cover art by Laura Fajín Riveiro & theme music by Noor Hanania
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes like archaeology's impact on understanding foodways, the origins of archaeological projects, and the significance of artifacts and places. For instance, episodes explore hidden foodspaces in the American South and the starting points of different archaeology projects, highlighting personal narratives and societal implications.
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/podcast
Cover art by Laura Fajín Riveiro & theme music by Noor Hanania
How can volunteering become a way back into archaeology? Archaeologist and research analyst, Dr. Sneh Patel, shares how volunteering in her hometown of Nashville helped her reconnect with teaching, community engagement, and the practice of archaeology itself. From guiding students through hands-on programs to navigating questions about science and ethics, we explore how public service can spark new connections between people and the past and why representation and curiosity matter just as much as discovery.
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📝 Full transcript: https://smitinathan.com/reconnecting-with-archaeology-through-giving-back/
🎁 Bonus content: https://patreon.com/smitinathan
✉️ Get in touch at [email protected]
🎙️ Curiosity Meets The Past is a podcast for curious minds who love learning about the past. Each episode features a 15-30 minute curated conversation with guests who reveal the layered stories behind objects, places, and people.
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