Duncan Sayer

Jo Buckberry, an expert in early medieval grave goods from the University of Bradford, and Duncan Sayer, lead archaeologist at the University of Central Lancashire, dive into the treasures found in Anglo-Saxon graves. They discuss how grave goods reveal societal roles and changing beliefs over 1,500 years. Unique burial practices for children and social outcasts are examined, along with the intricate craftsmanship of swords symbolizing elite status. The conversation explores how these archaeological findings connect us to our ancestors' identities and lives.