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The Rock Art Podcast

Alan Garfinkel, Chris Webster

Booking Overview

This is an expert interview show focused on rock art and archaeology, typically featuring archaeologists, site researchers, Indigenous knowledge holders, and authors with specialized expertise. Credible pitches include published archaeologists, cultural heritage specialists, Indigenous researchers, and authors with substantive work on ancient art or archaeological interpretation; booking difficulty is medium because the show seeks knowledgeable subject-matter experts rather than mainstream celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 180

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 2.0k subscribers

Instagram: 6.5k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com

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Host

Alan Garfinkel - World-renowned rock art expert who explores the interpretation, dating, authorship, and cultural significance of ancient rock imagery.

Chris Webster - Founder of the Archaeology Podcast Network.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Published archaeologists, rock art researchers, site specialists, Indigenous knowledge holders, cultural heritage professionals, and authors with substantive work on ancient art, archaeology, or archaeological interpretation.
Required Achievements:  
Peer-reviewed research, Specialized fieldwork, Published books or monographs, Documented expertise on significant archaeological sites or cultural traditions

Recent Guest Discussions

Stephen Alvarez - The Significance Of Rock Art Across North America, Indigenous Perspectives, Sacred Sites, Interpretation, Dating, And Preservation.

Robert Yohe - The Rose Spring Site, Radiocarbon Dating, The Transition To Bow-and-arrow Technology, Subsistence, Settlement, And Stone Tool Reuse.

Jens Notroff - Göbekli Tepe, Monumental Architecture, Animal Imagery, Ritual Practices, Hunter-gatherer Social Organization, And The Transition To Settled Life.

Recent Topics

Rock Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Indigenous Knowledge, Cultural Heritage

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Rock Art Podcast
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Where the Moon Stands Still: Revealing the Cosmic Genius of Ohio's Indigenous Earthworks with author James W. Graham - Ep174

October 09, 2026

In this episode, Alan speaks with author James W. Graham about his book Where the Moon Stands Still, exploring the remarkable geometry and possible lunar alignments of the ancient Hopewell earthworks in Newark, Ohio. They discuss how researchers Ray Hively and Robert Horn investigated the relationship between the earthworks and the Moon’s 18.6-year cycle, and what these discoveries reveal about Indigenous astronomical knowledge. The conversation also considers the role of curiosity and interd...

Libyan Shamanism and the Archiving of Rock Art with Shefa Salem, Hamza Elfallah, and Mohamed Al-Trhuoni - Ep 173

September 25, 2026

In this episode, Alan speaks with previous guest, Shefa Salem, and her colleague Mohamed Al-Trhuoni, about the remarkable rock art of Libya and their efforts to document, preserve, and interpret it. They explore similarities between Libyan rock art and imagery from other parts of the world, including rain symbolism, animal figures, altered states of consciousness, and shamanic imagery. The conversation also examines the limitations of purely descriptive approaches to rock art and the importan...

Dr George Nash and Bacon Hole, Palaeolithic Art - Ep 172

September 11, 2026

In this episode, Alan speaks with Dr. George Nash about Ice Age archaeology and rock art in South Wales. They explore the remarkable discoveries at Bacon Hole and Cat Hole, including a painted cave panel rediscovered after disappearing beneath calcite for decades, and a stylized reindeer engraving dated using uranium-thorium dating. They also examine Ice Age hunter-gatherer movement, the changing landscape of the Gower Coast, and how new technologies such as D-Stretch are revealing previously...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Rock Art Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The Rock Art Podcast?

The Rock Art Podcast is hosted by Alan Garfinkel and Chris Webster. Its publicly listed email is chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Rock Art Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Rock Art Podcast: chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com.

How many listeners does The Rock Art Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Rock Art Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Rock Art Podcast?

The Rock Art Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Published archaeologists, rock art researchers, site specialists, Indigenous knowledge holders, cultural heritage professionals, and authors with substantive work on ancient art, archaeology, or archaeological interpretation. Common among recent guests: Peer-reviewed research; Specialized fieldwork; Published books or monographs. Recent guests include Stephen Alvarez, Robert Yohe, and Jens Notroff.

How hard is it to get booked on The Rock Art Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Rock Art Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Rock Art, Archaeology, Anthropology, Indigenous Knowledge, and Cultural Heritage. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com

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