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The Arrow of Ambivalence (Part 1) - Ep 37

In this very special romance-themed episode, Ash and Tilly are on the quest to stop love! Or at least, halt Cupid his pesky, cherub-like tracks. Joined by experimental archaeologists, Emma Jones and Dr. James Dilley from Ancient Craft, the group are determined to find the lesser known Arrow of Ambivalence.

Books Mentioned

  • Eagles of Empire series (Simon Scarrow)

  • Stonehenge (Bernard Cornwell)

  • The Witcher series (Andrzej Sapkowski)

  • Swordheart (T Kingfisher)

  • Lord of the Rings (J.R.R Tolkien)

  • The Dark Elf Trilogy (R.A Salvatore)

  • Mythos (Stephen Fry)

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The Little Lobster of Atlantis (part 2) - Ep 36

Tune in for the second part of Ash and Tilly’s discussion with Dr Sasja Van der Vaart-Verschoof as they write a project proposal to investigate the underwater landscape of Sitnalta. In this episode, the three discuss the similar underwater landscape known as Doggerland, and the various projects involved in its research. But what exactly is Doggerland? How do we know about it? And why have the team enlisted a lobster for their field crew? Listen in to find out!

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The Little Lobster of Atlantis (part 1) - Ep 35

This episode, Ash and Tilly have been given a quest by Dr Otalp to write a project proposal for the underwater landscape of Sitnalta, which used to be a land bridge connecting the ancient civilisation of Atlantis with the main continent. To help them write the proposal, they’ve enlisted the help of archaeologist, curator, editor, and all-round superwoman Dr Sasja Van der Vaart-Verschoof. Together, they will tackle those burning questions: What other underwater landscapes have there been? How important is a PhD to a future in freelance archaeological work? And what is the link between a gnome and a helicopter? Tune in to find out!

Books Mentioned

  • Deep Waters Series (Emma Hamm)

  • The Little Mermaid (Disney)

  • The Mermaid (Jan Brett)

  • To Kill a Kingdom (Alexandra Christo)

  • Crescent City Series (Sarah J Maas)

  • Jingo (Terry Pratchett)

  • Lord of the Rings (J.R.R.Tolkien)

  • Beren and Lúthien (J.R.R.Tolkien)

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The Wyrm That Stole Yule (part 2) - Ep 34

It’s part two of Ash and Tilly’s quest to prevent Ragnarok, as they chat with archaeobotanist and fantasy author Genoveva Dimova about the symbolism and archaeology of trees. But how can we see the symbolic significance of trees in the past? What patterns can we see in how people interacted with trees in prehistory? And why is Ash a megalomaniac? Tune in to find out!

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The Wyrm That Stole Yule (part 1) - Ep 33

In arguably their most important quest yet, Ash and Tilly have to prevent Ragnarok! Yggdrasil, the world tree, is missing, and the Asgard Yuletide Committee needs a replacement to decorate for their upcoming Yule celebrations. Luckily, they are joined by return guest Genoveva Dimova, archaeobotanist and fantasy author. Together, they discuss the symbolism of trees in fantasy fiction and mythology and attempt to answer the ultimate question: which is the greatest tree of all?

Books Mentioned

  • The Great Tree of Avalon (T.A Barron)

  • Wheel of Time series (Robert Jordan)

  • Lord of the Rings (J.R.R Tolkien)

  • The Shadow of the Gods (John Gwynne)

  • Briar’s Book (Tamora Pierce)

  • The Magic Faraway Tree (Enid Blyton)

  • The Witch’s Heart (Genevieve Gornichec)

  • Can’t Spell Treason Without Tea / A Pirates Life for Tea (Rebecca Thorne)

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Looking at the fantastic side of archaeology and the ARCHAEOLOGY side of fantasy.