
Gino Caspari
Archaeologist with expertise in Scythian studies, researcher at the Max Planck Institute, and CEO of GeoInsight. Known for his work excavating Scythian royal tombs in Siberia.
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Jan 9, 2025 • 39min
Excavating a Scythian Royal Burial Mound: Interview with Dr. Gino Caspari
Dr. Gino Caspari is an expert archaeologist specializing in Scythian studies and the CEO of GeoInsight. In this conversation, he shares fascinating insights from his latest excavation of a Scythian royal burial mound in Siberia. Topics include the ritualistic horse sacrifices and their implications for understanding state formation. Caspari also discusses the challenges of digging in remote areas and highlights the complexities of burial customs that shed light on societal hierarchies and the significance of horses in Scythian culture.

Oct 26, 2023 • 49min
Cutting-Edge Archaeology on the Eurasian Steppe: Gino Caspari on the Scythians
Dr. Gino Caspari discusses his innovative archaeology work on the Scythians in southern Siberia, including excavating Iron Age burial mounds and discovering seasonal campsites on the Eurasian Steppe. The podcast explores the historical significance of the steppe, the origins of Indo-European languages, and the use of scientific methods in studying the Middle Ages. Dr. Caspari also shares insights into excavations in southern Siberia and the challenges faced in conducting research in remote locations.