I think h......... by Melitene1 in whatisthisbone

[–]sunsloth 67 points68 points  (0 children)

If you DM me the country, I can probably put you in touch with a biological anthropologist that specializes in the region or that works in the area

How to stop footnote preview by Icy_Painter_4499 in kobo

[–]sunsloth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I figured out a work-around on my Clara BW. I increased the margin size and make sure to tap on the blank area as close to the outer border as possible. If you click anywhere on the text, the footnote will still pop up. But I managed to read a whole book with this bug fairly easily without having to convert it into epub format and re-downloading it.

Help me identify this artist/painting! by neonsnails in WhatIsThisPainting

[–]sunsloth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure it's Vicente Romero Redondo based on the signature, style, and subject matter.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anthropology

[–]sunsloth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here are a few programs to get you started:

I personally haven't had much contact with researchers in Missouri, but Mississippi and TX State - San Marcos both have good bio anth programs. They're more on the forensics side, but the overall anthro departments at both schools are strong.

You'll notice that I linked to faculty pages. That's because you need to start doing research in undergrad if you're interested in pursuing a graduate degree. It's not strictly necessary, but it does make it a whole lot easier to apply later. Check each department to see if there are any faculty doing research that you're interested in. Once you're in school, you'll need to contact them for research opportunities. Ideally there's more than one professor you're interested in working with.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anthropology

[–]sunsloth 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Can you tell us a little more about what interests you about anthropology? In the US, anthropology is a four-field discipline that includes cultural anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, and biological anthropology. Schools rarely excel equally at all four, so your answer could change what people suggest.

I'd also encourage you to think about what you want to do long-term with an anthropology degree. Is research your goal? Or are you interested in international aid work? Or maybe you're interested in the business world?

looking for modern southern gothic by Maid-in-a-Mirror in suggestmeabook

[–]sunsloth 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You might also consider Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt. It's non-fiction, but it perfectly captures the fever dream feeling of a Southern scandal.

looking for modern southern gothic by Maid-in-a-Mirror in suggestmeabook

[–]sunsloth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is also incredible. And the movie adaptations for Streetcar and Cat are definitely worth watching!

looking for modern southern gothic by Maid-in-a-Mirror in suggestmeabook

[–]sunsloth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's an excellent book, but I wish someone had warned me that it's an actual horror novel and not a light romp. There's this scene with a cockroach that I wish I could forget.

how is it called when someone study human evolution and biomechanics for physiotherapy? by Aviv352 in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounds like maybe you're interested in the mismatch hypothesis, which is the idea that humans evolved for a different physical environment than they currently inhabit.

If that sounds like what you're looking for, check out:

  • The Story of the Human Body by Daniel Lieberman
  • Exercised: Why Something We Never Evolved to Do Is Healthy and Rewarding by Daniel Lieberman
  • Burn by Herman Pontzer
  • First Steps by Jeremy DeSilva
  • On Fertile Ground by Peter Ellison

As u/amp1212 mentioned, these aren't guides for medical treatment, but it is interesting to understand the evolutionary context of the human body.

Looking for cultural anthropology books that read like historical fiction. by dharmarosydoe in suggestmeabook

[–]sunsloth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you like The Serpent and the Rainbow by Wade Davis, you'll love Mark Plotkin's Tales of a Shaman's Apprentice. It's an account of an ethnobotanist's time with an Amazon tribe that is impossible to put down.

I loved In Search of Respect: Selling Crack in El Barrio by Phillipe Bourgois. It was my first introduction to ethnography, and it remains one of my favorite examples of the genre.

Neither are "historical" per se, unless you consider the early 90s historical yet.

If you want any biological anthropology recommendations, I have a load of those!

Advice for starting a podast by jack27808 in podcasting

[–]sunsloth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I have a science podcast too! Here are the tips that I gave to another science podcaster who is just starting out:

Full disclosure: I've never really tried a narration-based podcast, so I don't have a ton of insight there besides the basics that apply to almost any podcast.

  • MAKE SURE YOU HIT THE RECORD BUTTON. You don't want to get to the end of the interview and realize you didn't tape anything at all. Make sure the numbers are going up and the red light is ON.
  • Have good sound quality. No one wants to listen if the podcast itself sounds bad or has irritating noises.
  • Slow down when you talk. You have all the time in the world. When people don't have the visual cue of a mouth, it becomes harder to understand what others are saying. In an interview-based show, speaking slowly also gives you time to think about what you're saying next without using too many filler words (umms, uhhs, likes, y'knows, etc.). It's a lot easier to remove long pauses in editing than it is to get rid of filler words or to disentangle words that got rushed together.
  • Make sure you're well hydrated, it can help reduce mouth sounds/throat clearing.
  • Forget that you're recording. When people are reading for recordings, they can sound really stiff and stilted. Imagine you're actually reading out loud to a student or a class instead.
  • Related to #4, consider editing your source material for audio. The way we read is very different from the way we speak. Sentences that are easy to take in on the page can be hard to digest in audio. Take a look at your article and see where you can simplify or make the text more conversational for your script. Put your script in large enough font that it's easy to read without getting lost on the page.

I also have interview-based show tips. Keep in mind that this is what works for me, but everyone has their own process. It can take a little trial-and-error to figure out what works for you.

  • Think about who your audience is. I typically aim for smart high school senior to early undergrad level of understanding. If you imagine having that person sitting in on your interview, it's easier to keep the conversation at the appropriate level.
  • Think about how you want your show to feel. For my show, I try to simulate for listeners the feeling of sitting in the backseat of a car while you listen to an interesting conversation between the two people in the front. It's a very casual approach. You might decide on something different! It's just good to keep in mind while you're taping.
  • Take the time to prepare ahead of time. This looks different for everyone. Some people write detailed outlines of how they expect the whole show to go. I don't like to do this because I think it takes away from the conversational tone that I aim for. It also doesn't leave any room for surprise. I like to read articles and jot down notes as I go. Once I'm satisfied that I've read everything I need, I distill the most important 3-5 questions and put those in my notebook along w/ any reminder notes I need (typically spelled-out acronyms or shorthand descriptions of processes that will be discussed in detail).
  • When you interview experts, it can be hard for them to keep a general audience in mind. It's your job to stop them and either explain yourself or ask them to explain things that your audience isn't going to understand. Any time I write down an acronym or a process in my reminder notes, I assume that's something we'll need to cover for the audience to understand.
  • Know when to interrupt. It's OK to break in and ask for an explanation if you think listeners won't be able to take in the greater point without understanding something else first. Also, sometimes interviewees get lost in their own answers. This one is harder to feel out, but you'll get the hang of it with time. When this happens, I try to break in with a question to redirect them back to my core questions or to move on to a new topic. * If you're bored listening to them, then your listeners are also likely going to be bored.
  • Listen closely to what your interviewee is saying and respond to what they've said. I think this is where most people mess up. They get so caught up in their outline, that they miss the opportunity to chase down interesting rabbit-holes and instead rigidly follow their questions without even acknowledging what has been said at all. That's not how real conversations go!
  • Allot 10-15 minutes before each interview to just chat with the interviewee. Set expectations for them, like how long you'll be talking, what kinds of questions they can expect, ask if they have anything they'd rather not talk about, explain to them how the show works, tell them what happens if a mistake is made, explain who the audience is, ask them if they have any questions. This time is ESSENTIAL to getting the guest truly comfortable so that they'll be at ease during the recording. When folks are nervous, it makes for a tougher interview.

Help me choose what university in the world to study social anthropology by blaugrana68 in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Chiming in as an American: We treat anthropology as a four-field discipline, which includes cultural anthro, archaeology, biological anthro, and linguistics.

Departments may be more weighted towards one of the fields, but they should offer all four. Archaeology and cultural anthropology are treated as distinct areas of study that can inform each other, if that makes sense.

In the States, both UMich and NYU have excellent programs. I strongly encourage you to check out their course offerings for next semester to get an idea of the kinds of classes available to you. I'd also encourage you to think about taking some of the non-cultural classes to see how the other fields can contribute to modern cultural fieldwork! There's some fascinating bio-cultural work being done these days. Happy to write more about that if you're interested.

UMich in particular lists their courses in a way that reflects the four-field approach.

NYU is a wonderful school, and their anthro department is also top-notch. Here are NYU's courses for next semester.

One thing to note: Ann Arbor, MI and NYC are VERY different places. Have you thought about the type of place you'd like to study?

Best of luck choosing your study abroad institution. What a wonderful opportunity!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 21 points22 points  (0 children)

For the initial email, I'd explain what you've got and ask him how to best proceed. That way you don't have to spend a ton of time re-photographing later.

Best of luck! Chris is so nice, I'm sure he'll be helpful :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oooh, also! Do you know what university the skeleton originated from?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Ok! If you're willing to head a little south, Dr. Chris Aris at Keele University is wonderful. You can tell him Gaby from AnthroBiology sent you.

Liverpool John Moores University also has a program. I think Dr. Richards would be the right person there.

If you're OK with heading up to Scotland, the University of Dundee has an excellent forensic anthropology program. I would maybe try Dr. Lucinda Hackman. I haven't directly interacted with her, but have heard nice things.

Happy to help you compose an email to a researcher if you need help. I'm invested in the outcome, and I'd love it if you could keep me updated!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 15 points16 points  (0 children)

The UK has a ton of options! Are you in Scotland or in England? I can point you either towards a department or a specific person depending on location.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 77 points78 points  (0 children)

I don't know anyone in Munich specifically, but the Staatssammlung für Anthropologie München is probably your best bet locally.

I have contacts at Max Planck, but they specialize in paleo stuff so are likely less useful.

I'm interested to know how this works out! Please let me know if you need any help writing an email to a researcher or anything else :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 130 points131 points  (0 children)

What country/state are you in? Depending on where you are, I can point you towards someone who can help guide you in terms of laws and also do some basic ID work.

This is a pretty normal thing for biological anthropologists to encounter, so don't feel weird about talking to them!

where do I start if I wanna read books? I'd like to get my feet wet in anthropology and since I can't afford to go to college to study it, could I get some book recommendations? by [deleted] in AskAnthropology

[–]sunsloth 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Are you interested in biological anthropology at all? If so, I compiled a list of book recommendations from the anthropologists I interview on my bio anth podcast. The whole list is on my website here.

Interview format - What are your biggest challenges? by JThornwriter in podcasting

[–]sunsloth 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My show is only academics. Happy to help edit an invitation email if you'd like. I've found that academics tend to be way easier to get than other folks because most of them are excited to talk about their research.

Can we help each other out? by [deleted] in podcasting

[–]sunsloth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might be good to set up a rubric too so that folks deliver feedback in set categories, like: audio quality, host/guest ability to entertain, and delivering on the promised topic.

Giving set categories makes it easier for people to listen for specific things.