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Diversifying Your Geographical Skill Set - CRMArch 312

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Ever wonder how difficult it is to work in other states in the US and if it makes sense to take opportunities in different geographies? This episode explores how to diversify your geographical skill set that will in turn improve your short and long term employment prospects. Each state has their own set of requirements, some are much more stringent than others. However, putting in the time early in your career may be the best time to expand your archaeological-geographical footprint. We will discuss why this is the case and how to improve your marketability as a CRM professional.

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The Potential Future of Vocational Training and Technical Workforce in CRM - Part 2 - CRMArch 311

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We take the conversation we started last episode regarding vocational training of a technical workforce in CRM a little further. Bill provides an excellent perspective on the current role of the academic world in the CRM profession. How the current projections of future student populations provides both a bleak potential for growing numbers of new archaeologists and the promise for job security. This is an interesting perspective considering the current uncertainty looming in our discipline. Finally, is a rethinking of the original Airlie House an answer to what ails us? Tune in to find out and to learn how to educate yourself on the future of CRM!

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The Potential Future of Vocational Training and Technical Workforce in CRM - Ep 310

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Is there room for vocational training of a technical workforce in CRM? This episode considers the potential benefits of welcoming skilled labor to our discipline and how it could allow for more specialized trade skills, serve as a gateway to additional training and allow for each valuable component of our discipline to employ the skills they have worked so hard to develop.

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How to whistle-blow, protect your online activity and increase your Netflix Library! - CRMArch 309

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With changes happening in CRM that might necessitated more whistle-blowing in the future we take a look at the tools and processes needed to successfully whistle-blow. With the nice side affect of learning how to increase how many shows you can watch on streaming services.

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The Sunnyside? - CRMArch 308

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During these uncertain times in our discipline, it is easy and understandable to be assuming the worst. However, in order to ride any storm, it is important to have a broad perspective and prepare for all outcomes. On this episode, Andrew and Heather consider various perspectives of the current state of CRM in light of the most recent executive orders and the laying off of federal archaeologists. We consider both the shadowy and sunny side of the proverbial CRM street and provide some potential avenues of action.

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Section 106 goes to court? What do the recent changes to NEPA and NHPA mean for CRM? - CRMArch 307

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The crew discusses the recent changes to NEPA and NHPA and how these job creation programs for lawyers will affect CRM… or not.

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Executive Orders and Impact on CRM - CRMArch 306

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What is the future of CRM in the United States? There is a myriad of reasons why professional archaeologists might be pondering this question. Recently, many are wondering how the Executive Orders newly signed by President Trump will impact both the implementation and business of historic preservation. The CRM podcast hosts are joined by Spencer Pelton of the Substack newsletter Social Stigma and author of some insightful articles about this very subject. This podcast is a must listen for anyone concerned about what these EOs will mean for our profession and interested in a consideration of the facts and potential solutions.

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CA Fires and Federal Assistance - CRMArch 305

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In Episode 305, the podcasters discuss the lamentably destructive fires currently ablaze in Los Angeles and CRM’s response to this disaster. We talk about how rebuilding from this tremendous loss of life and property will address historic properties and archaeological deposits despite the State of California’s robust regulatory frameworks. This episode is a must for anyone doing cultural resource management in the United States in the wake of a natural disaster.

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2025 New Year's Resolutions! - CRMArch 304

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The crew discuses their New Years Resolutions, past and present.

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BS at the beginning, BS at the end. How to Recognize IT before it's too late - CRMArch 303

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When a project or relationship starts poorly, it usually ends poorly. The panelist discuss how to recognize problems early in projects, relationships, and more.

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How Will the Next 4 Years Change CRM? - CRMArch 302

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As the old adage goes, the one constant in life is change. How we react and prepare for change can make the difference in how it impacts our life -negatively or positively. This is part 1 of a 2 part series on how the next US presidential administration may affect the future of archaeology. Part 1 focuses on the academic side of our discipline; part 2 on CRM. Change is inevitable but growth is optional. How will you react?

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Where are the white students? - CRMArch 301

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The crew discusses a news article about the changing demographics of college campuses.

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300 Episodes: Did we make a difference? - CRMArch 300

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As we record episode 300 we reflect on the last 299 episodes and 11 years of podcasting. Did we make a difference in anyone’s career? Was it all worth it? Should we keep going? We go deep on this one. Here’s to 300 more and good luck to Heather at the helm of the next chapter of the CRM Archaeology Podcast.

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What's your end game, final job and retirement? - CRMArch 299

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What’s your plan? Do you have a plan for retirement? We don’t just mean financially. What do you want to do when you “grow up” in archaeology or cultural resources management? Do you want to teach? Do you want to run a company? Where do you see yourself in 25 years? We ask, and answer, the tough questions on this week’s episode.

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Making Your Vehicle CRM-Worthy: Accessories, Add-ons, Extras, and Bad Choices - CRMArch 298

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We’ve talked in the past about the best vehicles for CRM, but what are the best accessories to make your ride the envy of the other shovelbums? Are some add-ons better left off? Join us as we pimp your ride CRM style.

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The Challenges of Remote Work - CRMArch 297

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The Nitty Gritty of the Remote Work Model - The remote work model is here to stay but the argument regarding it needs to move past “yes” or “no” to establishing strategies to make it most beneficial for the employee and employer. Like any management model, there are complexities that require considerations of unique circumstances; this is key to the success of remote work or it risks just being the next fad.

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Why Work a 10-4 Rotation and Other Cycles? - CRMArch 296

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We received a listener question (submit yours to chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com) about how hard it is for someone with a family to work a 10-4 rotation. On today’s episode we talk about why companies work 10-4, 9-5, 8-6, and 5-2 cycles and how they should decide which ones to work. What considerations should they make regarding their staff and field crews when deciding? Please submit your questions to the show!

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How do you signal? - CRMarch 295

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This week the crew discusses how the choices you make can signal to peers, employers, and other professionals. They cover email sign offs, LinkedIn and more!

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Farewell to Richie Cruz and Healthcare in CRM - CRMArch 294

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On today’s episode we bid farewell to our good friend Richie Cruz. Richie lost his battle with cancer on July 26th, 2024 in his 30s. He was a CRM Archaeologist and has been on many episodes across the APN and hosted a show called, “You Call This Archaeology” that played mostly on YouTube and Facebook Live. We remember Richie and talk about healthcare in CRM.

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Heather's origin story - Ep 293

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In this episode we explore how one of our panelists, Heather, began her career in archaeology. From professional hockey referee to archaeology and everything before and after.

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