ArchaeoEd Podcast

The ancient city of Tiwanaku ruled the Southern Andes for 1000 years.  From the Pacific Ocean to the Amazon, their empire spread far and wide.   12,500 ft asl on the shores of Lake Titicaca, the city itself boasts the largest megaliths ever created in South America.Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

In 1997, Ed was part of the excavations that discovered the tomb of Copan's first ruler - Yax K'uk' Mo'.  Join him as he tells the story in his usual humorous style.Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

Explore the fascinating rise of militaristic civilizations in ancient America. Discover the evolution of weaponry, from hunting tools to advanced bows and arrows. Delve into the contrasting views on warfare, highlighting peaceful cultures alongside the warrior societies of Mesoamerica. Unravel the significance of unique weapons like the Makawedel and their supernatural connections. Learn about the vital roles of women in the Inca military and the intriguing mysteries surrounding ancient Andean armaments.

Linda Schele was the most influential Mayanist of her time - some would say of all time.  Ed had the good fortune to be counted among her graduate students.  In this episode, he'll tell you some stories from his time with her. Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

All over the ancient Americas, from Chile to Alaska, the Milky Way was seen as the path to the otherworld.  Join Ed as he explains his evidence for that assertion.   Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

Teotihuacan was the most important city in all of ancient Mesoamerican history.  Despite almost 200 years of archaeology there, there's a whole lot we don't understand.  Join Ed for a discussion of what we know - and still don't know - about Teotihuacan.Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

Day of the Dead is a captivating and globally celebrated holiday. Accompany Ed on a journey through its rich origins, his personal encounters with this vibrant tradition in Latin America, and discover how you too can participate in its wonderful traditions.Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

When it comes to lost ancient cities that everyone wants to find, El Dorado runs a close 2nd to Atlantis.  Did it really exist?  Join Ed as he tries to unravel 500 years of stories and expedition accounts.  Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

Ever wonder how Ed became an archaeologist?  Well here's the story.  The year was 1990 and the place was Copan, Honduras.  A field school experience for the record books!Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart

Fact - Peru's first pyramids are earlier than Egypt's  Not only did they start earlier, they were built for centuries longer.  Join Ed as the explains Peru's first  civilizations from 3500-200 BCE.Support the showSupport ArchaeoEd through Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/archaeoedBars and Dots, Maya date calculator software - https://www.barsanddots.comEd's day job is Director of Maya Exploration Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit https://www.mayaexploration.org Check out Ed's YouTube Channel, Archaeologist Ed Barnhart https://www.youtube.com/@Ed_Barnhart