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 We are back with a brand new episode, talking all things wild in medical history and archaeology!

Belle begins by telling us of an incredible medieval hospital in Scotland which has had some fascinating finds relating to healthcare. Belle also gives us some insight into ancient medical practices - some of which we still use today! Raquel then goes on to discuss her favourite topic... lead poisoning! As well as the outrageous medical practices and "cures" that were around in the 19th century, while also having a chat about some pretty gross finds that the team have found during excavations in Melbourne, Australia. 

This definitely is not an episode to be missed... but we warned, viewer discretion is advised as some of it is pretty gross!  

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We are back with another episode, deep diving into Ancient Greece!

In this episode, Raquel starts by giving the low-down on a topic quite close to her heart - the Eleusinian Mysteries! This ancient mystery cult (and other mystery cults along the same vein) are an absolute wonder... involving ecstatic experiences and absolute secrecy. What happens at Eleusis, stays at Eleusis...
Belle talks about the mysterious Antikythera Mechanism, an ancient analog computer which has been the study of some incredible recent research, giving insight into its function. 

This was a fun episode! Let us know what you think about the mysteries and mechanism! We LOVE to hear from you!

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Hello friends! 

In this episode we discuss some famous (and not so famous... although quite ridiculous) battles in history! Now if you're wondering where episode 19 is, it will be available soon Patreon - we discuss some pretty heavy topics around the Aztecs and even though it was such a great episode, we felt it was better on that platform considering some of the material discussed... 

In this episode (Ep. 20 Famous Battles) Belle starts off with giving us the run down on the Australian Emu Wars (which us Aussies may or may not have actually lost...). Belle also discusses a ridiculously petty war over a bucket that we can't believe actually happened. Raquel then talks about the Pastry War fought in Mexico, as well as some battles fought in the Netherlands against the Spanish!

We hope you liked this episode! If you have any topics you think we should discuss next, let us know - we love to hear from you! 

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When the people send us lovely messages asking for an episode on Pirates, we deliver! In this episode we go down some rabbit holes (as per usual), looking at some very successful pirates in history. Raquel starts by telling us all about the Barbary Corsairs and a shipwreck recently found. Belle goes into depth about the incredible story of Zheng Yi Sao, a female pirate who absolutely dominated the seas in the early 19th century. She also talks a little tiny bit about the infamous Blackbeard and his ship Queen Anne's Revenge.

We LOVE hearing from you, and if you also have a great topic in mind - send us a message or email us at [email protected]!

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In this very fun episode, Belle and Raquel take a dive into the world of the Roman Empire. First up, Belle tells us of the most ridiculous theory we have ever possibly heard... apparently the Roman Empire never existed! She also gives details on the founding of Rome and a very important archaeological site that may prove some of it true! Raquel then talks about an incredibly strange artefact - the Roman Dodecahedron - and how archaeologists are totally stumped by it. She then has a little talk about a very cool Roman site on the Danube, with some fascinating historical features. 

Let us know what you think of the theory - and if you have any suggestions on what you think the Dodecahedron is all about, we've love to hear from you!

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In this EPIC episode, Belle and Raquel dive into the world of Medieval Europe! 
Raquel begins by discussing some wildly insane facts (*disclaimer - we hope these are facts, because we ourselves can't quite believe they're true), the origins of football and a little tiny bit about espionage. Belle then gives us a crash course on the Vikings who went east into Russia, and gives us an insight into a Medieval community with weird teeth...

Enjoy! 

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In this weeks episode, Belle and Raquel explore some amazing archaeological finds in China! First up, Belle talks about antiquarianism and record keeping in ancient China, as well as the elusive white pyramids! Raquel then goes in depth on an ancient sunken city beneath a lake, some folk legends surrounding the mysterious city and some fascinating tombs. 

You can find us at arcsbehavingbadly.com, on YouTube and also, now on Patreon!

We love to hear from you - if you have any great ideas for episodes, you can email us at [email protected]. 

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On this week's episode of Archaeologists Behaving Badly, Belle and Raquel go on a journey discussing some famous (and not so famous) curses surrounding Tutankhamun, Polish King Casamir IV and the absolutely wild ancient curse tablets from the Greco-Roman world. We had a lot of fun with this episode - we hope you enjoy it too! 

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We are BACK! 

Episode 13. Fakes and Frauds (Pt. 2) talks about some WILD frauds in the archaeology realm. Belle and Raquel have a fun chat discussing the Veleia Artefacts from Basque Country, Sir Francis Drake's Brass Plate, a story of a fraud producing some incredible fake artefacts and a cute little story of Archaeoraptor. It's a fun time, so come hang out with us this episode - who knows, maybe you'll learn something cool! 

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In this episode we talk about Egypt! Belle shares the story of famous archaeologist Sir Flinders Petrie, his achievements and also the very bad side of his archaeology. And boy is it bad. Raquel goes in depth on beer production and consumption in ancient Egypt, sharing a bunch of interesting evidence that shows those guys definitely knew how to party. Keen to bring back the 'Festival of Drunkenness' anyone?! 

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In this episode, we are joined by a special guest, Adam Ford! Adam is an archaeologist, author, TV presenter and communications expert from the UK who has been living and working working in Australia - and now, Saudi Arabia. Adam shares some insight into the exciting archaeology being discovered in Saudi Arabia, as well as some crazy field stories he experienced abroad. This is an episode you really don't want to miss!

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In this episode, we deep dive into some very strange burial practices throughout history. Raquel talks about how vultures are an integral part of the sky burial process, as well as a and rare practice called bed burials found in Europe. Belle discusses the meaning of deviant burials and some truly creepy archaeological finds, where people have been buried in very bizarre ways! 

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In this episode, we talk more on India! As a Part 2 talking about Indian history and archaeology, Raquel discusses the origins of chess as well as the beautiful cave art (both ancient and Medieval) found at the subcontinent. Belle and Raquel also talk a whole lot on King Ashoka and his very, VERY weird backstory - plus a whole lot more including the oldest pet cemetery... 

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In this episode, we deep dive into some aspects of the Maya! Belle talks a little about her time working at a Mayan site in Belize, a 'deviant' Mayan burial, and her love for diving and marine archaeology. We also talk about the fascinating story of Xibalba; the Mayan underworld, it's modern day connection to Metal bands, and the ins and outs of the Mesoamerican ballgame.

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Welcome to Archaeologists Behaving Badly! We are Belle and Raquel, two archaeologists from Melbourne, Australia who like to drink wine and talk about all things weird and interesting in history. 

In this special episode, we dive into the maybe not so well known beginnings of Santa, Odin, Elves, St. Nicholas, Krampus and a WHOLE lot more. We delve into many of our own personal stories... and drink way, way too much wine. We definitely believe this is the best episode that we've recorded yet... at least, it was the most fun?

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In this episode, we have a chat about some sites that were discovered completely by mistake! We discuss the Terracotta Warriors, a cave in Romania filled with new species of creepy crawlies, how cool Ötzi the Iceman is, as well as Derinkuyu; an underground city in Turkey. We also talk about our own feelings on certain animals and a little about how certain scientific analyses can tell us a whole lot about a person after they've died...

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Welcome to Archaeologists Behaving Badly. We are Belle and Raquel, two archaeologists from Melbourne, Australia, who like to drink wine and talk about old stuff. In this episode, we have a chat about the most insane heretics and heretic groups in history, Galileo, Arianism and Free Spirits... plus more!  

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Welcome to Archaeologists Behaving Badly. We are Belle and Raquel, two archaeologists from Melbourne, Australia, who like to drink wine and talk about old stuff. In this episode, we have a chat about how little Raquel knows about her own heritage, the Indus Valley Civilization, the trade of pepper, and how awesome the ancient universities were in India and Pakistan.  

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Welcome to Archaeologists Behaving Badly. We are Belle and Raquel, two archaeologists from Melbourne, Australia, who like to drink wine and talk about old stuff. In this episode we talk about the cruel escapades of some of history's most brutal rulers; Vlad the Impaler, Phalaris, Timur the Lame and Caligula.

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Welcome to Archaeologists Behaving Badly. We are Belle and Raquel, two archaeologists from Melbourne, Australia who like to drink wine and chat about old stuff. In this episode, we chat about some of the great fakes and frauds in the archaeological world; Heinrich Schliemann and the Persian Princess Mummy.