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PODCAST

And My Trowel

The Archaeology Podcast Network

The realms between fantasy and reality have collided and only archaeologists can pave the way through the unknown. Ash and Tilly, armed with two trowels and a backlog of archaeological theory, navigate to new, thrilling worlds, filled with magic and mayhem to answer those burgeoning questions that only archaeologists can answer. “What do you do when you find vampire teeth in a bronze age burial?” “Can you sample ecto-plasm?” “And just how DO you study dragon bones?” With the occasional help of

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00:33:18

Mental Health - Ep 54

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2025/10/03

In this slightly different episode, Ash and Tilly discuss the different ways that mental health is both affected by and perceived within archaeology and fantasy fiction. Tune in to hear their discussion on the importance of community, managing expectations, and how many archaeology-related puns they can stuff into a 30-minute episode.LinksWorld Mental Health DayArticle on crafting to alleviate stressArticle on archaeology and PTSDArticle on self awareness and excavationOperation NightingaleArticle

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00:41:28

The Conference Saga - Ep 53

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2025/09/19

It’s conference season! To prepare for an upcoming meeting of the Extremely Obvious and Regular Society of Wizards, Ash and Tilly discuss their conference experiences and all that these events entail. How would you put a stake in a vampire’s ramblings? Stop a werewolf from mooning over the buffet table? Prevent a debate between wizards from becoming too heated? Listen in to find out!Books mentioned:Deep Secret (Diana Wynne Jones)Shatterglass (Tamora Pierce)Discovery of Witches (Deborah

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00:38:54

The Graffiti Palimpsest (Part 2) - Ep 52

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2025/09/05

In part two, Ash and Tilly continue their quest to help The Karnithril Collegium of Wall Lore record the disappearing graffiti of Thar-Vael! With expert help from archaeological illustrator and visual science communicator, Jona Schlegal, the team define the meaning of graffiti and figure out the question: are dragon’s wings the mystical equivalent of on-site sun-blocking jackets?LinksJona’s Instagram @‌archeoinkJona’s TwitterJona SchlegelProject IndigoPast Forward HubContactEmail:

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00:35:23

The Graffiti Palimpsest (Part 1) - Ep 51

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2025/08/23

This episode, Ash and Tilly have a new quest from the Karnithril Collegium of Wall Lore to document vanishing graffiti. They are joined in their quest by archaeologist and visual science communicator Jona Schlegel, who shares her insight based on her previous research into graffiti along the Danube canal in Vienna. Together the three discuss those most pressing of questions: What actually is graffiti? How can you become a field archaeologist in different countries? And will Ash finally make Tilly

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00:37:36

Legends and Lembas (Part 2) - Ep 50

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2025/08/08

In part two of their Lembas Bread quest, Tilly and Ash continue their ingredient hunt with Caroline Nicolay (Pario Gallico) in order to help the Lembas Appreciation Society analyse the oldest existing sample of the explementary whey bread. The team continue their discussion around living history, food, and experiential archaeology, asking the big questions of: what is food waste? How can we break down assumptions of food in the past? And are bogs actually fridges?LinksCaroline’s WebsiteCaroline’s

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00:34:52

Legends and Lembas (Part 1) - Ep 49

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2025/07/25

Rumbling bellies be gone! Ash and Tilly are on a quest to deconstruct the ingredients of the famous Lembas Bread from Lord of the Rings. One bite might be enough to fill one man’s belly, but its not enough for the AMT team. Our fantasy archaeologists have reached out to experimental archaeologist, Caroline Nicolay (Pario Gallico) to help solve the riddle of the Elven snack. In this episode, they discuss the importance of food in fantasy, Iron Age food practices, and, of course, Discworld…Books

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00:33:29

The Wizard of LiDAR (Part 2) - Ep 48

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2025/07/11

In this episode, Tilly and Ash continue with quest to map Mirkwood Forest with the help of Dr Wouter Verschoof-Van der Vaart! They continue to discuss the advantages of aerial imagery, multispectral scanning, and LiDAR, asking the big questions about how do you manage rising water in the Netherlands? What is hillsade? And what would an Ancient Egyptian cartoucherie charcuterie board look like?LinksHeritage Quest ProjectArticle on the Heritage Quest ProjectArticle on the use of AI in LiDAR

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00:35:34

The Wizard of LiDAR (Part 1) - Ep 47

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2025/06/27

Ash and Tilly have an especially exciting quest this episode, as thanks to a request from the Malgaroth Historical Society of Mirkwood, they will be working with the Eagles! In order not to look like idiots when attempting aerial scanning, they enlist the help of archaeologist and scanning expert Dr Wouter Verschoof-Van der Vaart. Together, the three discuss the varying paths you can take into a career in archaeology, the importance of fantasy fiction in archaeological career development, and why

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00:32:27

The Camera, The Archaeologist, and the Durin-Door...

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2025/06/13

In this episode, Tilly and Ash continue their quest to reveal the secrets of a newly discovered Doors of Durin, with help from archaeologist and rock carving specialist, Dr Megan Kasten! What exactly is the difference between rock art, rock carvings, and inscriptions? What exactly is RTI? And will Tilly ever not love an anagram?Links3D and RTI: Shedding Light on Damaged OghamInchinnan 5: The discovery and reconstruction of an early medieval carved stoneThe Govan Stones RevealedAHRC/IRC Project

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00:25:02

The Camera, the Archaeologist, and the Durin-Door...

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2025/05/30

Ash and Tilly are on a quest from the Bazkardum Society to investigate a new Door of Durin. Joining them is archaeologist and rock carving specialist Dr Megan Kasten, who helps in answering their many many many questions. What is Reflectance Transformation Imaging? Why is Ash suddenly obsessed with puns? And how can Tilly force in a Discworld reference?Books MentionedLord of the Rings (J.R.R.Tolkien)Sabriel (Garth Nix)Lords and Ladies (Terry Pratchett)The Witcher (Andrzej Sapkowski)The Dark Tower

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00:31:49

Weaving Our Own Fates! (Part 2) - Ep 44

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2025/05/16

In part two of their fateful quest, Ash and Tilly chat more with prehistoric archaeologist and textiles specialist Ronja Lau. Together, the three discuss the different kinds of analysis possible when studying archaeological textiles, and work together to try and replicate the woven threads left by the Norns. But what kind of material should they use? Should they go for a twill, or tabby weave? And what’s Ronja’s obsession with Telekom got to do with anything?LinksFashion ShowRonja’s

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00:36:23

Weaving Our Own Fates! (Part 1) - Ep 43

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2025/05/02

In this episode, Tilly and Ash have been tasked with covering holiday leave for the Norns, the weavers of fate, life and destiny from Norse mythology. However, there’s a problem they don’t have the first clue about weaving! Luckily the know someone who does, prehistoric archaeologist and textile specialist, Ronja Lau! With Ronja’s help, will the trio be able to weave the fates of Gods and humans? And will they ever find out how Game of Thrones ended?Books MentionedA Song of Ice and Fire - George R

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00:33:52

Post Excavations of Weathertop: Investigating the...

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2025/04/18

Following excavation at Weathertop (Amon Sûl), a range of post-excavation analyses was undertaken to better understand the site’s history and use. Archaeobotanical analysis revealed evidence of plant remains, shedding light on past diets and the environment surrounding the tower. Illustrations of key artefacts and features were produced to aid in visual interpretation and documentation. Find processing involved the cleaning, cataloguing, and detailed recording of artefacts, including pottery, tools,

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00:32:24

Excavations of Weathertop: Investigating the Pre- and...

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2025/04/04

Excavations at Weathertop (Amon Sûl) have uncovered significant evidence of its role as a Númenórean watchtower and the later decline of Arnor. Artefacts including weapons, pottery, and tools reflect the site’s military importance before its destruction by Angmar’s forces. Remains of battle and burnt structures provide insight into the final assault on the tower, while later finds suggest sporadic use by travellers and the Dúnedain. This report examines the site’s stratigraphy and the material

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00:39:10

Rhoda and the Rooster of Pazyryk (Part 2) - Ep 40

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2025/03/21

In part two, Tilly and Ash continue their mission with Rhoda, artefact conservator and tattoo artist, to help the Hamunaptra Revitalisation Society bring back personhood into their reanimated - and potentially tattooed - mummies! In this episode, the team looks at the tools and techniques for uncovering ancient tattoos and asks why would someone tattoo a rooster on their thumb?LinksRhoda’s Links:https://www.instagram.com/rhoda.tattoo/?igsh=eHk4MDF5dnh0YWZt#Tattoos and Projects

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00:36:42

Rhoda Fromme and the Rooster of Pazyryk (Part 1) - Ep 39

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2025/03/10

This month, Tilly and Ash need to figure out how to archaeologically investigate ancient tattoos, in order to help out the Hamunaptra Revitalisation Society. Luckily, they are joined by archaeological conservator and professional tattoo artist Rhoda Fromme. Listen in to hear the answer to your burning archaeology and tattoo questions: What are the different meanings of tattoos? Is archaeology just jousting and bagpipes? And what’s the big deal with dots and lines?Books MentionedThe Mortal

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36:42

Rhoda Fromme and the Rooster of Pazyryk (Part 1) - Ep 39

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2025/03/08

This month, Tilly and Ash need to figure out how to archaeologically investigate ancient tattoos, in order to help out the Hamunaptra Revitalisation Society. Luckily, they are joined by archaeological conservator and professional tattoo artist Rhoda Fromme. Listen in to hear the answer to your burning archaeology and tattoo questions: What are the different meanings of tattoos? Is archaeology just jousting and bagpipes? And what’s the big deal with dots and lines?Books Mentioned The Mortal

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The Arrow of Ambivalence (Part 2) - Ep 38

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2025/02/21

Romance is decidedly still the air! Ugh!In part two, Tilly and Ash are still on the hunt for the Arrow of Ambivalence. Joined by experimental archaeologists, Emma Jones and Dr. James Dilley, the gang get to work on figuring out how to locate the mysterious arrow that might banish Cupid’s love spell from the realm, and maybe figure out how to craft one themselves…Books Mentioned Stonehenge (Bernard Cornwell) The Witcher series (Andrzej Sapkowski)Links Ancient Craft Chisel Arrowheads Video

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The Arrow of Ambivalence (Part 1) - Ep 37

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2025/02/07

In this very special romance-themed episode, Ash and Tilly are on the quest to stop love! Or at least, halt Cupid his pesky, cherub-like tracks. Joined by experimental archaeologists, Emma Jones and Dr. James Dilley from Ancient Craft, the group are determined to find the lesser known Arrow of Ambivalence.Books Mentioned Eagles of Empire series (Simon Scarrow) Stonehenge (Bernard Cornwell) The Witcher series (Andrzej Sapkowski) Swordheart (T Kingfisher) Lord of the Rings (J.R.R Tolkien) The

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33:42

The Little Lobster of Atlantis (part 2) - Ep 36

And My Trowel ·

2025/01/24

Tune in for the second part of Ash and Tilly’s discussion with Dr Sasja Van der Vaart-Verschoof as they write a project proposal to investigate the underwater landscape of Sitnalta. In this episode, the three discuss the similar underwater landscape known as Doggerland, and the various projects involved in its research. But what exactly is Doggerland? How do we know about it? And why have the team enlisted a lobster for their field crew? Listen in to find out!Books Mentioned Doggerland: Lost World

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