Channel Islands Archaeology with Dr. Torben Rick

Today, Dr. Torben Rick, researcher and curator of North American Archaeology at the Smithsonian, joins us today to talk all about his work on the Channel Islands throughout the years. Dr. Rick is a UCSB undergraduate alumni, and completed his masters and phD at University of Oregon. We discuss some of his fond memories of his time as a fellow Gaucho, how he got interested in archaeology, and what sparked his love for the archaeology of the Channel Islands. We then move into his time at the Smithsonian, what his favorite parts of working in a museum are, and what his day to day responsibilities include (even during remote COVID times)! We touch on the importance of interdisciplinary research in the field, and how past archaeological work can inform our current day environmental issues. Prepare to be entertained and amazed by his fascinating work, check him out here; https://profiles.si.edu/display/nRickT9182008 Instagram: @thatanthropodcast Email: [email protected] Please consider leaving a rating and review if you enjoy! Brought to you in collaboration with the American Anthropological Association, check out their podcast library here: https://www.americananthro.org/StayInformed/Content.aspx?ItemNumber=1629