Vicki Cummings

Join Vicki Cummings, a Neolithic archaeology expert, Julian Thomas, who specializes in megalithic timelines and contexts, and Susan Greaney, who delves into construction techniques, as they explore the mysterious world of megaliths. They discuss burial practices that link ancient spirituality with community collaboration. The relationship between megaliths and the rise of agriculture reveals insights into social dynamics. Fascinatingly, they debate whether these monuments emerged independently or stemmed from shared origins, unraveling a complex history encapsulated in stone.

Join Vicki Cummings, co-author of the upcoming 'Stone Circles: A Field Guide', and David Musgrove as they unravel the mysteries of prehistoric stone circles. Discover how these monumental structures were built and their significance in Neolithic society. Cummings shares insights into the challenges of dating these ancient sites and the communal efforts behind their construction. Musgrove emphasizes the celestial alignments and the evolving purposes of these circles, highlighting their role in rituals and social gatherings.