Archaeologist Answers Archaeology Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIRED

Archaeologist Andrew Kinkella, PhD joins WIRED to dig into the best archeology questions Twitter has to offer. Why have we seen an uptick in archeological discoveries lately? Where do archeologists decide to dig? Do they really only use those tiny little brushes to dust away debris? And why do archeologists all dress kind of the same? Dr. Kinkella answers these questions and more-it's Archeology Support.
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[@jopo7996]

He's so upbeat. You can tell he digs his job.

[@bagginssupercat]

😂 digging up a dad joke there!

[@lj.abadinas]

*ba dum tss!*

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

He totally does!

[@HermanVonPetri]

Hah! Where did you unearth that archaic pun?

[@dabunnyrabbit2620]

I see what you did there...😄😄😄

[@rain4492]

Surprised no one ask how long one has to be dead to be considered archaeology instead of grave robbing.

[@DaneInTheUS]

That's a fascinating ethical question

[@classicwhitebread]

As soon as they either fossilized or become just bones

[@sabhex6208]

It's the use and intent, not time that determines the classification.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Complex question. As archaeologists, we never grave rob (we treat human remains with respect and follow all laws). In terms of age, it varies. According to US law, something that is 50 years old or older can be defined as an archaeology site (in special circumstances), but obviously most sites are much older than that. Thanks for watching!

[@erinpritchard5804]

Scotland has a very easy legal definition: anything over 100 years old is considered archaeological remains

[@ChristopherCampbell1337]

Very cool seeing my old archaeology professor shining on KZbin. He's still just as passionate about archaeology as he was a decade ago. Great video.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@bobbybrooks4826]

Total LIEING shilllllllllllllllll

[@sg002-stillhome9]

He sounds like a great teacher!

[@M0ntezuma300]

​@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology Wow, I've never seen the support person in the comments! One question I heard a while ago is when does archeology become grave robbing? Like how old does something have to be?

[@whitebeard9065]

Hello

[@jasons.1370]

What's the most valuable artifact you've ever found? "I'm gonna go with an entire Mayan Pyramid." Ok this guy is clearly cooler than everyone else in the room! 😮

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@supernatural5354]

It's not a pyramid and it wasn't lost.

[@boyfangirl6321]

Imagine having this dude as a dad or uncle, he's such a cool, wholesome, knowledgeable dude.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@lucianmarchitelli]

he’s my archeology professor! he’s amazing!

[@MarlonValcq]

🙌

[@briangoates3245]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology Do you mind sharing what type of watch you have in this video?

[@letarogers6380]

Archaeologists rock ;) It's a great field to go into, although the pay isn't great (even with a M.A. degree)

[@mustymonster9877]

5:14 “lets say, after this I go walk into the parking lot and DIE!” Says it with a smile and energy. 😂😂😂

[@brunaramalhogalamba4884]

As an archaeologist I am so happy Wired finally made this happen, I have been waiting for this for a long time! Hope there is enough questions to make a part 2!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I hope so too! Thanks for the kind words.

[@brunaramalhogalamba4884]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology You were amazing and extremely exciting and passionate, not to mention kind, as you explained the "Ancient Apocalypse" problems. As a fellow archaeologist and science communicator, we need more people capable of dealing with those situations. I will wait for part 2! 🤗

[@tombender4380]

Just got my MA in archaeology and I couldn't agree with this more!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@tombender4380 Good for you! Welcome to the secret society.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@brunaramalhogalamba4884 Thanks again!

[@marleyross5455]

Prof Kinkella I’m so happy you’re getting the love you deserve. You were a complete breath of fresh air during zoom days. I always looked foreword to your lectures. I love seeing a Moorpark professor on here.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you so much! I always looked forward to interacting with you guys during the Covid Zoom days too.

[@bakoyma]

Imagine having this guy as your teacher. This level of enthusiasm and skill... Love it!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! That is a really nice thing to say.

[@Glitchunlocked]

I got lucky in high school and had a photo teacher like this. I originally didn't even want to take the class but he made it so much fun that I ended up taking the advanced course the next year and became his TA for the beginner course.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@Glitchunlocked That's great. I hope that everyone has an experience like that (my experience with my original archaeology professor was like that too!).

[@mabel3425]

i love the little sandbox to demonstrate the use of different tools

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

It was really fun to do!

[@ClaireZopelis]

Wired never fails to find the BEST people to talk about what they love! Thanks for another informative and fun video :)

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you so much!

[@dmcuber6105]

*Why are always experts in those videos so nice, kind and interesting people, who you will never get bored of to listen?*

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@hesky10]

Be a crap video if they weren't lol

[@thedudefromrobloxx]

Because the rude, mean and uninteresting experts aren't entertaining to watch

[@DefyyourGravity103]

bring this guy back! he was so passionate and great at explaining things! legit was sad there were not more questions for him

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you!

[@autumnrose1850]

He has a podcast called the pseudo archaeology podcast! He's just as fun there and he has tons of episodes to listen to!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@autumnrose1850 Thanks for the super nice reply!

[@Gkeeper91]

This is… exactly what I expected a real archeologist to sound like in every way down to pitch and tone.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! That class I took on "How To Sound Like A Real Archaeologist" was totally worth it.

[@diekje8728]

Honestly he is in all ways possible a professor. A field archaeologist is waaaaay different

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@diekje8728 no it’s not. I have extensive field experience.

[@orrsh2049]

as an archaeology student in university this is a really great video that succinctly describes so much about the discipline!! love to see archaeology depicted in such a positive and realistic light!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! That’s what I was going for.

[@V4invi5ion]

Never has a bad day because he simply _brushes_ it off

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I dig this response

[@waywardmind]

Indiana Jones, fictional archeologist: pistol and bullwhip Andrew Kinkella, real archeologist: paint brush and popsicle stick

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Totally! The popsicle stick is mightier than the sword.

[@Cole-ossalReviews]

Hey! You call him Dr Jones!! Show some respect.

[@jordanetherington1922]

​​@@Cole-ossalReviewspsh! He barely teaches and when was the last time he published anything? : p

[@Cole-ossalReviews]

@@jordanetherington1922 All he did was teach! It didn't show it on camera.

[@fireseeker4him]

I wish I could use the phrase “the next time I’m in that part of the jungle” more often.

[@winx123rocks]

as an archaeologist i am often very sceptical when it comes to representation of the field in modern media. i am so thrilled this guy is so cool and an actual expert, bless.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks - that means a lot.

[@Matoakas]

The same could basically be said about anything, that is presented via pop/mass-media, to the people. Not because ''everyone are dumb'', but because ppl (not surprisingly) just don't have the knowledge of ''say'' thing. So you know what is being said, like a fact, will be twisted, some would be sceptical always, some just misunderstands, etc, etc.. All kinds of variables that make the soup we all have to deal with every day. If we want to or not, it's there.. always. More and more today, especially with this weird not constructive mix, of politics, mental health, ideology, fear, economy + +. So it all becomes a big F-ing mess

[@linkspeaks]

Please have this guy back, he sounds so enthusiastic about archaeology

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! I’m always happy to do this kind of thing.

[@reaganhill7134]

This was fun! I hope they invite him back for a part 2

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I’m always open for the invite! Thanks for the nice response.

[@yunxuanli3784]

One thing I found fascinating in UCL's Egyptology museum was Tutankhamun in Arabic was actually pronounced as "Tut-Ankh-Amun", and then I saw Ankh and it suddenly made a lot more sense than seeing the 11-letter word as a whole

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I had the same experience a decade ago! I was like, "Ankh....oh right! Ankh!"

[@jakacresnar5855]

in my language (Slovenian) most people I know pronounce it as "Tutan-KHAmun", and when I first heard an English speaker call him "King Tut" I just went "ughhhh English speakers always shortening stuff", but now it makes more sense.

[@shroomyk]

Well the names are made up of syllables with different words. "Ankh" represents/translates to "life". Amun is an ancient Egyptian god. So his name is debated to mean possibly "living image of Amun/Aten" or "he of perfect life is Amun/Aten". His main wife/queen was Ankhesenamun. Another name with both Ankh and Amun. Both names can sometimes have Amun changed to Aten, since the religion shifted around that time to worship Aten rather than Amun as a principal deity. You can find many names like this containing names of gods/goddesses, especially with important people. Meryre contains "Re" or "Ra" the sun god. Translates to "beloved of Re/Ra".

[@panadocoughsyrup]

They didn’t speak Arabic in Egypt back then

[@Ramzi123_]

​@@panadocoughsyrupthe languages are both Afro-Asiatic so they are similar specialy the letter kh

[@currykingwurst6393]

Fascinating. I wish this would've been an hour long or more.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Me too! Thanks for checking it out.

[@StephanieRiceFuller]

This is great! His passion for archaeology is contagious, I took his classes and he inspired my path!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! Now stop watching KZbin videos and go read some archaeology reports (which I should do as well...).

[@starwarsdeepcut2824]

I would like to see more archaeology videos

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@sisakhoza4739]

"Next time I'm in that area of the jungle?", never have I ever though I'd hear that combo of words in tat order 😂

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

It feels weird to say sometimes, but you get used to it.

[@pillberry305]

My partner is a landscape architect and everyone would be APPALLED AT HOW MUCH CONSTRUCTION CREWS IGNORE ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDS because it costs every investor involved TONS of money if they stop construction, sometimes for years, while an archeological dig takes place. I’m in Miami and apparently it happens all the time. They just stopped a dig that has changed how far back we think humans were in this area because the condo being built was apparently more important

[@ulrike9978]

Love the question about how you know which rocks were tools, because that´s something a lot of archaeologists struggle with, in my experience, myself included. I remain firmly convinced that my lovely coworkers dealing with lithics made a deal with the devil to learn how to do it. It´s clearly sorcery^^

[@LaurenPratt-archaeo]

As a lithic specialist, I can neither confirm nor deny any pacts or bargains I may have made.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@LaurenPratt-archaeo I will confirm that I totally made a deal with the devil in order to spot bulbs of percussion.

[@dxfan18]

The Stone was the key to deciphering the hieroglyphic text, but Jean Francois Champollion took it a step further by comparing them to Coptic and he discovered that the languages were related

[@hesky10]

Regarding the line between archaeology and a crime scene, in scotland if you encounter remains you have to call out the police/coroner and if theyre assured its archaeological and not criminal, you can continue excavation, there have been some archaeologists who have been charged for not following this rule, but the charges were dropped as it was clear they were not aware of the rules, especially if they were not expecting burials and had not been advised by the site director. Also to note, bog bodies were initially thought to be crime scenes until it was confirmed they were hundreds/thousands of years old and not decades old. Tollund man in Denmark is a good example

[@maotisjan]

My father's friend is an archeologist and took me on archeological search, not the most exciting thing in the world but it has given me an understanding of how it's done

[@ScotHarkins]

On "Ancient Apocalypse", both minimuteman and Stefan Milo have done real deep-dives on the many many problems with Hancock's theories. Take the time to watch and you'll learn so much!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Great suggestions, and there are many others. Unfortunately, you will find that people who believe in Hancock’s nonsense will just constantly ask for examples like these, and when you give it to them they will either never bother to watch them or remain “unconvinced” no matter how overwhelming the facts are.

[@zaphodbeeblebrox2817]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology like the fact that NO one can demonstrate how to carve a simply granite vase. Someone tried and it was a complete joke!

[@BirdPerson1995]

Dude looks like a Johhny Lawrence that wasn't a bully and made the right choices in life. 🤣Amazing energy, you can tell he really enjoys his job.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! (Now I have to look up Johnny Lawrence…)

[@StephanieRiceFuller]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology I can't believe you missed that Karate Kid reference. 🤣

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@StephanieRiceFuller I watched Karate Kid when I was a kid in the theater, I watch Cobra Kai, and I still totally forgot. Because of this infraction, the 1980s are no longer letting me in.

[@mattyt1961]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology Give it 10 more years, and the 80's will be over 50, so then they are archeology & they will have to let you back in :)

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

@@mattyt1961 Nice!

[@elimcfly350]

I wanted to be an archaeologist at one point as a kid; wish I would have stuck with it. Seems way better than IT.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

You could always do both!

[@Marksman3434]

Love this guy’s enthusiasm. Definitely makes archaeology sound more entertaining

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@seltzertime2809]

THE ENDURANCE! The most incredible adventure/survival story. I cannot believe it hasn’t gotten a big-budget movie.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Totally! I’ve thought the same thing for years.

[@AlaunaRoby]

not even all the way though the intro and I can tell this guys energy is off the charts lol we love passionate scientists

[@aisheesahana2225]

That's been really informative , inspiring for a girl who wanna be archaeologist in her future.. thanks WIRED for this information and encouragement.

[@hampusbrokmann8249]

Be reddy to Lie the rest of you life then

[@FreeConqueror]

@@hampusbrokmann8249stfu just say all the best and move on , no need to demotivate someone

[@aisheesahana2225]

@@FreeConqueror hey , thanks for your support and wishes... although I know that'll be a hard and challenging path to choose... but you know what... challenges are always exciting☺️

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

You can do it! It is a real future if you want it.

[@hampusbrokmann8249]

@@FreeConqueror 😂😂😂😂 whas not why i did say that

[@marianamartinez4635]

Oh my gosh what a perfect time encountering this video! I’m currently considering taking an intro to archaeology class and this man is really convincing me to take it! Love his enthusiasm!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Do it!

[@Vanastar]

13:52 I would be absolutely delighted if we discovered a Rosetta Stone equivolent for the Indus Valley civilisation. They left loads of writings, but we have - up to this point - been unable to translate any of them. Doing so would give us an incredible insight into a truly ancient culture.

[@suecox2308]

Fascinating--another terrific series of explanations by a wonderful, knowledgeable expert. I just found Wired two hours ago and I've been here ever since!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks for the nice comment!

[@crispychrissy]

Point of clarification: It’s “hieroglyphs” not “hieroglyphics”. The first is a noun referring to the symbols or collections of symbols used in Egyptian writing, the other is an adjective that describes writing similar in nature to hieroglyphs.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Yes.

[@EricaGamet]

I went to film school in the mid-80s in SoCal... but the best class I took was during the "interterm" in January... archaeology. We spent the month digging out part of Mission San Juan Capistrano. The fact that my roommate and I both took it and were both film majors... and I went into film because I fell in love with Raiders of the Lost Ark when it came out (I was 13)... well that class made all my dreams come true! I actually loved it, found one of the oldest stone tools at the site (we were digging in the trash pit basically)... but we got reallllly tired of bagging and cataloguing bits of charcoal! Part of me wishes I'd pursued archaeology... loved listening to this guy talk about the profession.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks! I was a double major in film, but leaned more strongly towards archaeology as time went on.

[@lukelee7967]

As somebody who loves archaeology I really appreciate that he tried to explain that in archaeology context is very important

[@berrybearymary]

Kinkella !!! One of the best profs i’ve ever had

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks - that’s great!

[@gregharshman351]

This was a such a fun video. I want to watch more of this guy! I would also love to watch him and Gram Hancock discuss topics of Archaeology.

[@Kickex]

Yea, that would be something alright

[@vectorwolf]

Hancock won't ever do it, because he knows he won't be able to defend his cockeyed theories against a real expert. It's why he cries about being 'silenced' instead... if he never interacts with them, they can't dismantle his argument in front of everyone.

[@TigerKirby215]

Imagine you're talking about discovering an ancient Mayan pyramid and you talk to news reporters like "yeah I was just browsing Google Earth one day."

[@dshaka1116]

he seems so happy. you can really tell he’s doing something he loves and is excited to do

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@suzkstein]

Wow! That was SO good! Kudos to Dr. Kinkella for such a fun and factual presentation!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you!

[@HalleyMP]

I love his energy. It reminds me of when I was a kid and was obsessed with ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman archeology❤

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@kurtlindner]

Great video, I hope you have Andrew back for more.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Me too! Thanks for the kind words.

[@PastPreservers]

So proud of Past Preservers expert Dr Andrew Kinkella!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@coolguyhino92]

Man's is _greatly_ underselling the sharpness of an obsidian blade

[@jdb101585]

Brittle, though.

[@coolguyhino92]

@@jdb101585 true. Very. But obsidian edges are still widely used even today

[@fabiana9478]

Really love how he explains things

[@NaeOnYT]

He's like the host of an informational children's show in the best way possible.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

That is totally what I would want to do. Thanks for the nice comment.

[@dabunnyrabbit2620]

I don't think people give the ancients enough credit. Some people were really smart and others were really dumb.... Just like now!

[@hesky10]

Interpretation of an artefact can help or ruin a reputation depending on if you've got a bias or a theory and trying to fit it with an artefact

[@erinehinger956]

Finding Richard III on a random construction site still has to be one of the wildest finds

[@colettelee1162]

I got way too excited when he brought out his bag

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

It's totally cliche in the best possible sense.

[@IreneWY]

Anyone who enjoyed this, should really look up episodes of time team. It's a great shoe to learn about archeology, with very passionate people involved.

[@invaderliz]

And Time Team America!!!

[@scottdonohue6486]

5 months late, but it’s still a shock to see my old professor making KZbin videos. It’s a shame no one asked you about personal effects while on site. I hope you still bring some Van Halen along for your digs!

[@brittany1049]

Came here as an archaeologist, let’s see how it goes. Two seconds later: OMG WE DON’T DO DINOSAURS!!!!! bless this guy for answering that calmly.

[@TheDuckofLaw]

I've never heard of Demotic, so that was another very cool thing to go learn about. Thank you for the great video!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

You’re welcome!

[@zain1smith]

This is very informative!!

[@joost00555]

Thank you, love the vibe.

[@nicodranasien]

Cool to see Dr Kinkella doing this! Love his channel and tear down or pseudo archaeology

[@rayah_v_dc]

This guy loves his job- his passion shines through. I loved his explanation of Carbon 14 and dropping dead in a parking lot 😂

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@k.c.taylor7953]

"what if i go DIE in the parking lot" i'm in love with this man

[@liamKR7]

Very cool that he made a major archaeological discovery just trawling on Google maps...

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Sometimes you get lucky.

[@jasper7072]

Would love to recommend the show Time Team if you find this stuff interesting 😁 They have a yt channel with tons of digs (mostly in the UK)

[@PonyBoy1776]

This is one of the most underrated Tech Support videos

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you!

[@buckmeiam5690]

Oh wow, this is love at the first sight. I can listen to him 24/7.

[@brandonmca]

This guy could immediately be given a TV show

[@rubyclark3274]

This guy needs his own tv show.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

It would be nice.

[@Mardiloveyt]

This guy is so excited. I love it

[@sarahp8468]

Would have liked a discussion on how archaeology is conducted. Here in the western US, it's primarily by survey - boots on the ground hiking systematically. I my career, ive only been involved with excavations a couple of times. Out here in the West, survey is the manner with which to find archaeological sites.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I talked about my survey experience at one point, but it didn’t make the final cut (LiDAR is just super interesting!). I bet LiDAR will have an increasing presence in the West in the coming years (but it will never replace survey - as you know - just make it more focused).

[@xangiexdx]

This guy has such great energy. Entertaining & educational 🤓 This vid has been enjoyed 🤗

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@xangiexdx]

@@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology aw hey there! 👋🏻 Well now I know who you are, I went & subbed to your channel 😎

[@swagmama408]

5:16 IM CRYINGGGG I LOVE ARCHAEOLOGISTS

[@paolavilasboas3557]

he's definitely an archeologist, look at his archeologist hat!!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I know! I knew nothing about archaeology, but then I put the hat on and bam! Instant archaeologist.

[@giddegidonius681]

oh boy I can't wait for the JRE pod when Hancock is debating an archaeologist

[@Magic_beans_]

Do archaeologists often encounter cultural resistance, and if so how do they negotiate that? My amateur understanding of the archaeology scene here in Alaska is that you’ll upset the indigenous people by coming onto their land without permission or taking artifacts without asking, but they’re not going to protest because what you find might conflict with their internal history.

[@dwidana2574]

I have been waiting this type of archeology episode!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Cool!

[@mwoodward1240]

I loved his excited passion. Very good energy. :)

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@-UwU-catgirl-]

He reminds me of astarion if he was into into archaeology. I love his energy. I’m looking forward to getting into this field of study

[@leppeppel]

This is what we call infectious enthusiasm.

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@nozyspy4967]

11:14 I might generally agree, but don't be so 100% sure that something 'didn't happen'. It was so long ago that archaeologists thought the Hittites were a myth because they hadn't found any evidence.

[@mball831]

Uh, who said the Hittites were a myth?

[@frostyfilmwatcher2148]

I was laughing hysterically when he said when you run out of batteries, you're dead.😂😂😂

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

I don't recommend it.

[@sadeghnamin2084]

Not my archaeology professor who’s class I failed because it was too hard 💀💀💀💀💀

[@META313.]

Its such a vast and monumentally interesting field

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Yes!

[@denisadvorska5976]

I love when people are passionate about their occupation :)

[@oOoroshoOo]

must have been the most exciting bloop bloop ever heard!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

It was very high on the bloop bloop scale

[@Wynorrific]

As a kid, I always wanted to be an archaeologist bc of Indiana. Then I figured out it wasn't as cool as it was in the movies, but this guy sparks an interest in the field again. Please bring him on again!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you!

[@chipcurry]

What a great way to learn! I loved anthropology in college - the best class I ever took, was down in Mexico City at the University of the Americas. Wow, what a great place to study it. Your video is superb

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thanks!

[@rikabernar]

Thank you! It's so interesting!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

You’re welcome!

[@osainista]

Great video! Love the enthusiasm! I wish someone had asked a questions about the impact of climate change on the field of archaeology today and in the coming century. I'm a historian, in an adjacent discipline, and this is a very hot topic of discussion. Perhaps Prof. Kinkella could answer that question here?

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

The impact is huge. Coastal and river sites being flooded for the first time, frozen sites thawing for the first time, movement of people into new areas - all this stuff destroys archaeology sites. I think in the next century you will see an increase in finding sites and also an increase in site destruction at the same time. It’s really important to record this stuff now! Great question.

[@christinehamilton35]

Regarding the last bit about when people arrived in north America. People were nomadic, they may have lived somewhere for a period of time and then there was a drought, flood, volcano, ice age etc and they moved on. Or in their travels they found somewhere better. Do you still live in the same place you were born?

[@pacemarshall9358]

He's so chipper! I need more.

[@Kdschaak]

Sick watch. 🔥

[@youngdraco206yt4]

My grandma has black soil in Mexico. Her flowers and fruit plants grow really fast and big. Fruit is always juicy even tho it hardly rains.

[@terfalicious]

Fun! Passionate and informative guy. Have him back - so so many questions!

[@KinkellaTeachesArchaeology]

Thank you!

[@AlwaysBolttheBird]

“Do you use the little brush that would drive me nuts” “Nope we use something even smaller. A popsicle stick” Haha