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