Tea-Break Archaeology

Tea-Break Archaeology

The Archaeology Podcast Network

Episodes 55
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since Jun 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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The world is full of incredible archaeological sites, inspiring historic figures, and breathtaking ancient artefacts. But what about those everyday objects that have become so essential to our daily life that we don't even notice them any more? In this podcast, professional archaeologist and journalist Dr Matilda Siebrecht explores the deep history and archaeological origins of the most familiar objects and crafts, sometimes enlisting the help of an expert guest speaker to really dig into the topic. Ever wanted to find out the history of the simple notebook? What the ancient equivalent of a computer was? When we started using doors? Then plug in your headphones, grab your hot beverage of choice, and tune in!

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Recent Episodes

Ancient Skin-care with Katie Chin-Quee (part 2) - Ep 54

Jun 02, 2026 35m

Have you ever wondered how far back modern skin-care recipes can be traced? It turns out, pretty far! Join Matilda and guest Katie Chin-Quee in the second part of their discussion all about ancient…

Ancient Skin-care with Katie Chin-Quee (part 1) - Teabreak 53

May 19, 2026 33m

In this episode, take a step back from the hustle and bustle of daily life to practice a little bit of self care and join Matilda and her guest Katie Chin-Quee in this latest exploration of the…

Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 2) - Ep 52

May 05, 2026 40m

It’s time for part two of Matilda’s discussion with Jessica van Dam all about the archaeology of knitting! This time, the two discuss the social history of knitting and how it is perceived in the…

Pasts and Crafts: Knitting with Jessica van Dam (part 1) - Ep 51

Apr 21, 2026 39m

Following on in the same theme as the last few episodes, Matilda chats with guest Jessica van Dam all about the crafting practice and archaeology of knitting. Tune in as they discuss different…

Archaeotextiles with Ronja Lau (part 2) - Ep 50

Apr 07, 2026 31m

It’s time for part two of Matilda’s chat with textile archaeologist Ronja Lau! After discussing the background to Ronja’s current work in the Duerrnberg salt mines, the two delve deeper (pun…

Archaeotextiles with Ronja Lau (part 1) - Ep 49

Mar 24, 2026 33m

It’s time to venture into the mines! But make sure you are well dressed… This episode, Matilda chats with textile archaeologist Ronja Lau all about her work looking at Iron Age clothing from the…

Archaeology of clothing - Ep 48

Mar 10, 2026 33m

As the seasons change, it’s time to swap out your wardrobes for those clothes that have been stuffed at the back of the shelf or in a box in the attic. And to celebrate this activity, Matilda dives…

Gladiator training with Svenja Fabian (part 2) - Ep 47

Feb 24, 2026 32m

It’s time for part two of Matilda’s chat with ex-gladiatrix Svenja Fabian all about the topic of gladiatorial training! But how exactly would gladiators have trained in the past? Could anyone have…

Gladiator training with Svenja Fabian (part 1) - Ep 46

Feb 10, 2026 32m

Let’s get down to business, to talk about gladiatorial training! In this episode, Matilda is joined by Svenja Fabian, who is a retired gladiatrix, or female gladiatorial re-enactor. Svenja’s shares…

Archaeological Methods: Experimental Archaeology - Ep 45

Jan 27, 2026 36m

Following the popularity of the previously coined “Tea-break Time Travel Training”, Matilda focuses in this episode on a commonly used method in archaeological research: Experimental Archaeology.…

APN10 bonus recording (part 2) - Ep 44

Dec 30, 2025 32m

To celebrate 10 years of the APN, Matilda joined the #APN10 live event on 24th November 2024 to record a very special episode called “Tea-break 20 Questions”! Spoiler alert - get used to seeing this…

APN10 bonus recording (part 1) - Ep 43

Dec 16, 2025 31m

To celebrate 10 years of the APN, Matilda joined the #APN10 live event on 24th November 2024 to record a very special episode called “Tea-break 20 Questions”! Spoiler alert - get used to seeing this…

The Archaeology of Stone Tools - Ep 42

Dec 02, 2025 33m

In this episode Matilda is diving far back into the earliest depths of human history to discuss when we first developed our love of stuff. From chimpanzee termite-fishing to complex flint-knapping…

The Voynich Manuscript with Dr Lisa Fagin Davis (part 2) - Ep 41

Nov 18, 2025 39m

It’s part 2 of Matilda’s chat with expert paleographer Dr Lisa Fagin Davis, as we dive deeper into the fascinating research that has been done on the Voynich Manuscript. Tune in to learn about the…

The Voynich Manuscript with Dr Lisa Fagin Davis (part 1) - Ep 40

Nov 04, 2025 35m

This episode, Matilda dives into the world of medieval manuscripts, accompanied by an expert in manuscript studies and palaeography: Dr Lisa Fagin Davis. Together, they discuss one of the most…

Pasts and Crafts: Book binding with Alexandra Sebire (part 2) - Ep 39

Oct 21, 2025 26m

It’s part two of Matilda’s tea-break with Alexandra Sebire as the two chat about the traditional craft of book binding. In this episode, we dive a little deeper into the history and development of…

Pasts and Crafts: Book binding with Alexandra Sebire (part 1) - Ep 38

Oct 07, 2025 27m

In today’s tea-break, Matilda wants to learn more about books, and takes a closer look at the development of notebooks and the traditional craft of book binding. Joining her on her tea-break is…

The Archaeology of Notebooks - Ep 37

Sep 23, 2025 32m

I hope that you have a writing utensil handy, because you’ll want to make some notes for this one! In this episode, Matilda takes a dive into the origins and archaeology of the simple notebook. But…

Put the kettle on because we're back! - Ep 36

Sep 09, 2025 31m

The kettle is boiled, the tea is stewing, and we’re ready to go! That’s right, Dr Matilda Siebrecht is back to join you onTranscript your tea-break, this time with a slightly new focus and a…

Let's take a break - Ep 35

Dec 10, 2024 47m

This episode is a little different to usual, as Matilda discusses her background in archaeology and how she got to where she is today, as well as her inspiration for starting the podcast and how her…

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