The Fascinating Story of The Great Serpent Mound with Brad Lepper

Описание: I sit down with the incredible Dr. Brad Lepper, Senior Archaeologist at the Ohio History Connection. We dive deep into the history, science, and mysteries surrounding the iconic Serpent Mound in Ohio.

We explore everything from its physical structure, dimensions, and cultural significance to the history of its dating, including debates over its age and origins. Dr. Lepper provides fascinating insights into the indigenous cultures connected to Serpent Mound, its possible alignment with solstices, and how it ties into broader Mississippian and Fort Ancient traditions.

We also discuss the challenges of interpreting ancient sites in the face of false information, popular theories, and Netflix specials! Dr. Lepper shares how indigenous voices and archaeological science can work together to preserve and honor these remarkable sites. If you’ve ever been curious about the stories these ancient mounds tell, this is the episode for you!

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Connect with Brad:   / brad-lepper-846794154  
Brad's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brad_Le...

For more information on Serpent Mound, check out these open-access papers:

The Mississippian Iconography of Serpent Mound by Brad Lepper
https://ohioarchaeology.org/file_down...

Why radiocarbon dates on bulk sediment from Serpent Mound are problematic by Brad Lepper
https://ohioarchaeology.org/file_down...

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Serpent Mound and Its Significance
02:53 Physical Description and Historical Context of Serpent Mound
05:27 Misconceptions and Early Interpretations of Serpent Mound
08:11 Archaeological Background and Brad Lepper's Expertise
10:53 Indigenous Peoples and the Context of Serpent Mound
13:19 Cultural Transitions: From Fort Ancient to Hopewell
16:01 The Impact of European Contact on Indigenous Cultures
18:53 Chronology of Earthwork Construction in Ohio
21:51 Dating Serpent Mound: Historical Perspectives
24:37 Recent Findings and Radiocarbon Dating of Serpent Mound
34:38 Dating Challenges in Archaeology
40:22 Chronology of Serpent Mound
42:24 Cultural Significance of Serpent Mound
48:14 Connections to Creation Stories
49:59 Mississippian Civilization and Fort Ancient Culture
55:45 Spiritual Significance of Serpent Mound
01:06:38 Indigenous Perspectives on Serpent Mound
01:08:49 The Role of Media in Public Perception
01:12:06 Incorporating Indigenous Voices in Archaeology
01:13:45 Cultural Context of Serpent Symbolism
01:17:40 Drought and Its Impact on Ancient Cultures
01:20:41 Critique of Popular Archaeological Narratives
01:24:23 The Anti-Intellectual Movement in Archaeology
01:30:49 Final Thoughts on Serpent Mound and Archaeology

Show notes and more on Substack: https://davidpompeani.substack.com/

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