S3E13: Why Protecting Cultural Sites is Important

90 Miles from Needles: the Desert Protection Podcast

In this revealing episode, we delve into the clandestine underworld of archaeological site looting and cultural vandalism in the Southwest. Our esteemed guests, Shannon Cowell and Dustin Whiting of Archaeology Southwest, shine a light on the often-underreported plundering of ancestral lands and the complex web of issues surrounding heritage justice.

Resources:

• Archaeology Southwest Website: Archaeology Southwest

• Save History Project: Save History

• Children's activity book on cultural site preservation: Available for free download on the Save History website.

• "End Loot Toll-Free Tip Line": 1-833-END-LOOT, for reporting looting incidents and seeking guidance on cultural artifacts.

Encounter the full gravity of the ethics, laws, and untold stories threading through our nation's desert heritage by listening to this full episode. Stay engaged with "90 Miles from Needles" to uncover more intriguing topics that resonate deeply with those who cherish the desert and its legacy.

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