DIG THIS

Even archaeologists who are sympathetic and understanding about the imbalance and of the need for Indigenous communities and peoples to be involved in more meaningful ways in archaeology – find making change a challenge. There are very few models that communities can look to, for doing things a new way. The existing system ends up being replicated along with the same existing problems. In this episode, we talk with archaeologist, Joanne Hammond, about creatively finding ways to do things differently, to change the model.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

Show Notes

‘How do we ‘right the balance and balance the right?’ This quote by Justice Murray Sinclair has resonated for years. Even archaeologists who understand the imbalance in our practice – and the need for Indigenous communities to be involved in more meaningful ways – find change a challenge. The existing system ends up being replicated in communities, with the all the same problems. Today we talk with archaeologist, Joanne Hammond, about creatively finding ways to do things differently, to change the model for good.

To learn more about us and our work, visit kleanza.com

What is DIG THIS?

Welcome to DIG THIS - An archaeology podcast for good. Kind of like Indiana Jones…if he was a woman…more ethical…gave a shit about the people whose belongings he was stealing…and was actually doing real archaeological work. Ok. Nothing like Indiana Jones.

Every Wednesday, Jenny Botica and Amanda Marshall have a laugh, cry, or howl at the moon over lessons learned during their 20+ years as archeologists, business owners, partners, and moms. Fearless and fierce conversations that focus on the state of their discipline, their company, their lives… and ask some hard questions.

How do we decolonize our practice?
How does our work support Indigenous communities in their goals for heritage sovereignty?
How do we keep our company on a sustainable path for growth while supporting the professional goals of our team?
How do we achieve all this AND sustain a balanced life?

If you’re an archaeologist, anthropologist, environmentalist, conservationist, or industry leader who sees the need for change; an Indigenous trailblazer working towards cultural and heritage sovereignty; or a woman leading a business (or aspiring to!) - then DIG THIS is your podcast.