About this episode

This episode explores the evolving techniques and discoveries in the excavation of Pompeii.

Pompeii has been excavated for hundreds of years, and in that time techniques, practices and philosophies have changed. We’re now finding out a lot more about the city and the people who lived there, and there’s still more to find out. The When in Rome podcast is now fundraising for an upcoming series 8. Please give your support. Guest: Dr Sophie Hay (Archaeologist, Archaeological Park of Pompeii) Professor Steven Ellis (Classics, University of Cincinnati)

People in this episode

Guests: Dr Sophie Hay, Professor Steven Ellis

Topics covered

• archaeology
• history
• Pompeii
• excavation techniques
• ancient civilizations

Keywords

• excavation
• Pompeii
• archaeological practices
• ancient city
• historical discoveries

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: When in Rome

Places: Pompeii

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