Classical archaeologist Dr. Joseph Wilson (UMass Amherst) takes us inside the world of archaeological echo chambers and alt-history conspiracies.
Learn how click-bait communicators block critical voices, why “symmetrical vases” aren’t proof of lost ice-age civilizations in the archaeological record, and how forged artifacts flood the antiquities market. Joe breaks down the real scientific methods—field excavation, provenance analysis, isotope testing—that professional archaeologists use to separate fact from fiction.
Whether you’re curious about Atlantis myths, Gobekli Tepe preservation, or the tactics behind echo-chamber thinking, Dr. Wilson arms you with the tools to spot bad archaeology and demand better discourse. Hit subscribe and ring the bell so you never miss another deep dive with Elevated Thoughts.
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00:00 – Intro & Podcast Welcome
02:09 – Meet Dr. Joseph Wilson
02:50 – Joe’s Academic Background & Early Research
07:10 – The Rise of Alternative Archaeology Online
13:57 – Science vs. Pseudoscience in the Field
20:00 – Confronting Echo Chambers & Troll Tactics
26:18 – Authentic vs. Forged Artifacts Explained
32:00 – Site Preservation & Infrastructure Myths
40:08 – Archaeology as Humanities & Science
50:45 – Funding Cuts & Policy Challenges
57:44 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Joe
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