Exploring Alternative Paths to Discovery

About this episode

The episode discusses alternative methods to specimen collection and features a conversation about the search for wood ape bones.

Hosts Matt Pruitt and Daryl Colyer explore various alternatives to specimen collection in this new episode. A few updates regarding the summer operation and Hadrian's Wall are covered in the introduction, followed by a discussion with NAWAC member and professional archaeologist Paul Bowman Jr. about the likelihood of finding the bones of a wood ape. A roundtable segment follows, focused on the tranquilization or sedation of a wood ape. The roundtable features NAWAC members Travis Lawrence, Paul Bowman Jr., and Oklahoma-based veterinarian Jeff Hammond.

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Pruitt, Daryl Colyer

Guests: Paul Bowman Jr., Jeff Hammond

Topics covered

• specimen collection
• archaeology
• wood ape
• tranquilization
• sedation

Keywords

• NAWAC
• Hadrian's Wall
• summer operation

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Exploring Alternative Paths to Discovery

Places: Oklahoma

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