Shriya Gautam (DPhil)
@shriyagautam.bsky.social
Digital Visual Cultures Archaeologist and Object Analyst. Founder and Director of Research, Speaking Archaeologically.
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Numismatic Evidence on the Art and History of India by Prof. Osmund Bopearachchi
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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Our Second Keynote Address is perhaps also the most special talk in the field as Prof. Osmund Bopearacchi talks about fresh material of Gandhara and Indo-Scythian culture excavated from Pakistan earlier this year. We are honoured to be the first platform to bring these results to you.
#archaeology
#archaeology
Reposted by Shriya Gautam (DPhil)
Refreshing: Indian Mesolithic rock art and decolonising effort in the @caa-uk.bsky.social conference @shriyagautam.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Refreshing: Indian Mesolithic rock art and decolonising effort in the @caa-uk.bsky.social conference @shriyagautam.bsky.social
Reposted by Shriya Gautam (DPhil)
Great 1st day at #CAAUK2025!
Highlights:
👉 Intro to @archesproject.bsky.social, including a step-by-step setup by Jack Tomaney @mahsa-project.bsky.social
👉 Inspiring work by @shriyagautam.bsky.social & the #speakingarchaeologically team - incredible storytelling and #communityarchaeology work
Highlights:
👉 Intro to @archesproject.bsky.social, including a step-by-step setup by Jack Tomaney @mahsa-project.bsky.social
👉 Inspiring work by @shriyagautam.bsky.social & the #speakingarchaeologically team - incredible storytelling and #communityarchaeology work
December 9, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Great 1st day at #CAAUK2025!
Highlights:
👉 Intro to @archesproject.bsky.social, including a step-by-step setup by Jack Tomaney @mahsa-project.bsky.social
👉 Inspiring work by @shriyagautam.bsky.social & the #speakingarchaeologically team - incredible storytelling and #communityarchaeology work
Highlights:
👉 Intro to @archesproject.bsky.social, including a step-by-step setup by Jack Tomaney @mahsa-project.bsky.social
👉 Inspiring work by @shriyagautam.bsky.social & the #speakingarchaeologically team - incredible storytelling and #communityarchaeology work
We had cancelled on account of security threats in Delhi. Now the workshop is back again in session. Enroll now!
#inscriptions
#delhiheritage
#delhiworkshop
#indianarchaeology
#inscriptions
#delhiheritage
#delhiworkshop
#indianarchaeology
November 15, 2025 at 5:57 AM
We had cancelled on account of security threats in Delhi. Now the workshop is back again in session. Enroll now!
#inscriptions
#delhiheritage
#delhiworkshop
#indianarchaeology
#inscriptions
#delhiheritage
#delhiworkshop
#indianarchaeology
On Speaking Archaeologically today we have Dr @suegreaney.bsky.social talking to us about @exeterunispeccoll.bsky.social ’s Killerton excavations. Here’s more on this fascinating site from Devon:
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Discovering Columbjohn: The Killerton Excavations with Dr. Susan Greaney
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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October 12, 2025 at 3:38 AM
On Speaking Archaeologically today we have Dr @suegreaney.bsky.social talking to us about @exeterunispeccoll.bsky.social ’s Killerton excavations. Here’s more on this fascinating site from Devon:
youtu.be/WDxslaZbUaI?...
youtu.be/WDxslaZbUaI?...
Although popular in Urban Bengali society, Dhunuchi Naach is seldom heard of outside of the region and its history is usually shrouded in ignorance.
This video is dedicated to Dhunuchi Naach and its history and the tradition behind it.
#intangibleculturalheritage #dancesofindia
This video is dedicated to Dhunuchi Naach and its history and the tradition behind it.
#intangibleculturalheritage #dancesofindia
SA Dances of India Special: Dhunuchi Naach
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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October 5, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Although popular in Urban Bengali society, Dhunuchi Naach is seldom heard of outside of the region and its history is usually shrouded in ignorance.
This video is dedicated to Dhunuchi Naach and its history and the tradition behind it.
#intangibleculturalheritage #dancesofindia
This video is dedicated to Dhunuchi Naach and its history and the tradition behind it.
#intangibleculturalheritage #dancesofindia
We are looking at the Humayun Darwaza from the Purana qila, one of the many structures we covered during our Recruitment event.
If you’re enrolling with Speaking Archaeologically, remember today is the last date to do so.
See you at the site!
#joinus #speakingarchaeologically #archaeology
If you’re enrolling with Speaking Archaeologically, remember today is the last date to do so.
See you at the site!
#joinus #speakingarchaeologically #archaeology
Speaking Archaeologically Recruitment Special: Humayun Darwaza
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
youtu.be
September 14, 2025 at 7:36 AM
We are looking at the Humayun Darwaza from the Purana qila, one of the many structures we covered during our Recruitment event.
If you’re enrolling with Speaking Archaeologically, remember today is the last date to do so.
See you at the site!
#joinus #speakingarchaeologically #archaeology
If you’re enrolling with Speaking Archaeologically, remember today is the last date to do so.
See you at the site!
#joinus #speakingarchaeologically #archaeology
Releasing now in tandem with our Recruitment event at Purana Qila —an exclusive video from one of the many sites we are looking at today with our new potential members: The Hammam at Purana Qila
#MughalHistory #Hammam #AncientArchitecture #ArchaeologyIndia #MughalCulture #HistoricBathhouse
#MughalHistory #Hammam #AncientArchitecture #ArchaeologyIndia #MughalCulture #HistoricBathhouse
Speaking Archaeologically Recruitment Special: The Hammam at Purana Qila
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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September 7, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Releasing now in tandem with our Recruitment event at Purana Qila —an exclusive video from one of the many sites we are looking at today with our new potential members: The Hammam at Purana Qila
#MughalHistory #Hammam #AncientArchitecture #ArchaeologyIndia #MughalCulture #HistoricBathhouse
#MughalHistory #Hammam #AncientArchitecture #ArchaeologyIndia #MughalCulture #HistoricBathhouse
Our Second Keynote Address is perhaps also the most special talk in the field as Prof. Osmund Bopearacchi talks about fresh material of Gandhara and Indo-Scythian culture excavated from Pakistan earlier this year. We are honoured to be the first platform to bring these results to you.
#archaeology
#archaeology
Numismatic Evidence on the Art and History of India by Prof. Osmund Bopearachchi
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
youtu.be
August 18, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Our Second Keynote Address is perhaps also the most special talk in the field as Prof. Osmund Bopearacchi talks about fresh material of Gandhara and Indo-Scythian culture excavated from Pakistan earlier this year. We are honoured to be the first platform to bring these results to you.
#archaeology
#archaeology
We are on Day 3 of the Speaking Archaeologically Early Career Researchers Conference. Watch our Day 1 Keynote Address by @profdanhicks.bsky.social from the University of Oxford who talks to us about "Militarist Realism": Some Thoughts on Museums, Memory and Monumentality
#decolonisation #museums
#decolonisation #museums
"Militarist Realism": Some Thoughts on Museums, Memory and Monumentality by Prof. Dan Hicks
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
youtu.be
August 17, 2025 at 8:23 AM
We are on Day 3 of the Speaking Archaeologically Early Career Researchers Conference. Watch our Day 1 Keynote Address by @profdanhicks.bsky.social from the University of Oxford who talks to us about "Militarist Realism": Some Thoughts on Museums, Memory and Monumentality
#decolonisation #museums
#decolonisation #museums
Our saga of the wrongly identified objects continues in this special episode. Join us as we take a look at a paining depicting Rustum and Sohrab from the famous Persian epic, Shahnama
Tune in to unravel the mystery of the provenance of this particular museum object!
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Tune in to unravel the mystery of the provenance of this particular museum object!
open.spotify.com/episode/45sK...
Of Epics and Battles: A Scene From The Shahnama
The Speaking Archaeologically Podcast · Episode
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July 27, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Our saga of the wrongly identified objects continues in this special episode. Join us as we take a look at a paining depicting Rustum and Sohrab from the famous Persian epic, Shahnama
Tune in to unravel the mystery of the provenance of this particular museum object!
open.spotify.com/episode/45sK...
Tune in to unravel the mystery of the provenance of this particular museum object!
open.spotify.com/episode/45sK...
Did you know: we have our own Archaeology Podcast channel where raging debates and current issues in archaeology all pop up? Join us and tell me what you’re in the mood to
discuss next:
open.spotify.com/episode/4OVm...
#archaeologypodcasts #issuesinarchaeology #currentarchaeology
discuss next:
open.spotify.com/episode/4OVm...
#archaeologypodcasts #issuesinarchaeology #currentarchaeology
The Story of The Nayika
The Speaking Archaeologically Podcast · Episode
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July 20, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Did you know: we have our own Archaeology Podcast channel where raging debates and current issues in archaeology all pop up? Join us and tell me what you’re in the mood to
discuss next:
open.spotify.com/episode/4OVm...
#archaeologypodcasts #issuesinarchaeology #currentarchaeology
discuss next:
open.spotify.com/episode/4OVm...
#archaeologypodcasts #issuesinarchaeology #currentarchaeology
You still have a chance to present at the Speaking Archaeologically Early Career Researchers Conference.
Submit your abstract using the following link: lnkd.in/gCjGEKdJ
#callforpapers #earlycareerresearchers #heritage #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Submit your abstract using the following link: lnkd.in/gCjGEKdJ
#callforpapers #earlycareerresearchers #heritage #archaeology #archaeologyconference
July 8, 2025 at 1:15 PM
You still have a chance to present at the Speaking Archaeologically Early Career Researchers Conference.
Submit your abstract using the following link: lnkd.in/gCjGEKdJ
#callforpapers #earlycareerresearchers #heritage #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Submit your abstract using the following link: lnkd.in/gCjGEKdJ
#callforpapers #earlycareerresearchers #heritage #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Speaking Archaeologically is proud to host the first International Early Career Conference Online.
Submit your papers today!
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/17qS...
#callforpapers #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Submit your papers today!
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/17qS...
#callforpapers #archaeology #archaeologyconference
June 6, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Speaking Archaeologically is proud to host the first International Early Career Conference Online.
Submit your papers today!
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/17qS...
#callforpapers #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Submit your papers today!
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/17qS...
#callforpapers #archaeology #archaeologyconference
Join us this Sunday to explore the Benin Bronzes, artefacts taken from Nigeria's Royal Court & scattered across UK museums. Register for our Talk with @profdanhicks.bsky.social next Sunday!
youtu.be/zBgjZ9CoD0Y?...
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The Benin Bronzes
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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May 25, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Join us this Sunday to explore the Benin Bronzes, artefacts taken from Nigeria's Royal Court & scattered across UK museums. Register for our Talk with @profdanhicks.bsky.social next Sunday!
youtu.be/zBgjZ9CoD0Y?...
youtu.be/zBgjZ9CoD0Y?...
Join us for our Tenth Anniversary Talk with @profdanhicks.bsky.social as we discuss his book "Every Monument Will Fall" and explore contemporary conflicts over art, colonialism, and memory.
When:May 27, 2025
Time:2 pm BST / 6:30 pm IST
Register now: forms.gle/t9jNgXdCjHny...
Platform: MS Teams
When:May 27, 2025
Time:2 pm BST / 6:30 pm IST
Register now: forms.gle/t9jNgXdCjHny...
Platform: MS Teams
May 8, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Join us for our Tenth Anniversary Talk with @profdanhicks.bsky.social as we discuss his book "Every Monument Will Fall" and explore contemporary conflicts over art, colonialism, and memory.
When:May 27, 2025
Time:2 pm BST / 6:30 pm IST
Register now: forms.gle/t9jNgXdCjHny...
Platform: MS Teams
When:May 27, 2025
Time:2 pm BST / 6:30 pm IST
Register now: forms.gle/t9jNgXdCjHny...
Platform: MS Teams
Explore the majestic Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, a stunning example of Tughlaq architecture in Delhi, India. Built in the 14th century, this fortress-like tomb is a testament to the grandeur of the Delhi Sultanate era. Join us as we uncover its history, and significance in Indian heritage.
SA Monuments of the Delhi Sultanate Ep. 27: The Tomb of Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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May 4, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Explore the majestic Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, a stunning example of Tughlaq architecture in Delhi, India. Built in the 14th century, this fortress-like tomb is a testament to the grandeur of the Delhi Sultanate era. Join us as we uncover its history, and significance in Indian heritage.
Join Ms. Bhavya Srivastava, University of Bologna, as she discusses the role of isotopic studies and radiocarbon dating in archaeology. Learn more about the benefits and drawbacks of carbon dating for archaeological research through this insightful lecture!
youtu.be/uZ-KJWe2njc?...
youtu.be/uZ-KJWe2njc?...
Isotopic Studies in Archaeology with Ms. Bhavya Srivastava
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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April 6, 2025 at 7:43 AM
Join Ms. Bhavya Srivastava, University of Bologna, as she discusses the role of isotopic studies and radiocarbon dating in archaeology. Learn more about the benefits and drawbacks of carbon dating for archaeological research through this insightful lecture!
youtu.be/uZ-KJWe2njc?...
youtu.be/uZ-KJWe2njc?...
Eid Mubarak to all our friends, followers and students! Join us as we explore yet another mosque of the yesteryears from in this exclusive video:
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#eidmubarak #eid
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#eidmubarak #eid
Eid ul-Fitr Special: Muhammad Wali Masjid, Delhi
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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March 30, 2025 at 10:35 AM
Eid Mubarak to all our friends, followers and students! Join us as we explore yet another mosque of the yesteryears from in this exclusive video:
youtu.be/t2l8rHnv4tU?...
#eidmubarak #eid
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#eidmubarak #eid
In our latest Talk with an Expert session, join Dr. Susan Greaney, Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Exeter, as she talks about the construction of monuments at the Neolithic-Early Bronze Age transition.
#stonehenge
youtu.be/3P6JDq3sdIA?...
#stonehenge
youtu.be/3P6JDq3sdIA?...
Spring Equinox Special: Stonehenge: The Last Hurray? with Dr. Susan Greaney
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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March 23, 2025 at 10:30 AM
In our latest Talk with an Expert session, join Dr. Susan Greaney, Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Exeter, as she talks about the construction of monuments at the Neolithic-Early Bronze Age transition.
#stonehenge
youtu.be/3P6JDq3sdIA?...
#stonehenge
youtu.be/3P6JDq3sdIA?...
Join us this week as we explore the Anne of Cleves House in Lewes
#lewes #anneofcleves
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#lewes #anneofcleves
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Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, East Sussex
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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March 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join us this week as we explore the Anne of Cleves House in Lewes
#lewes #anneofcleves
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#lewes #anneofcleves
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For the Women’s History Month today, join us as we explore the Palace built by the First Begun of Bhopal! Join us as we explore the rich history and grandeur of this iconic monument, once the residence of brave and beautiful Qudsia Begum, the first female ruler of Bhopal.
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Forts, Castles and Palaces Ep.17-Women's Day Special: Gauhar Mahal, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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March 9, 2025 at 1:29 PM
For the Women’s History Month today, join us as we explore the Palace built by the First Begun of Bhopal! Join us as we explore the rich history and grandeur of this iconic monument, once the residence of brave and beautiful Qudsia Begum, the first female ruler of Bhopal.
youtu.be/3dFC6OB6VLc?...
youtu.be/3dFC6OB6VLc?...
Been fascinated by Stonehenge? We are elated to host our next Talk with an Expert session with Dr. Susan Greaney (University of Exeter)! Register now:
Date: 8th March 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 12:30 pm GMT/ 6 pm IST
Register here: forms.gle/b4KL1ASBaVzE...
Date: 8th March 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 12:30 pm GMT/ 6 pm IST
Register here: forms.gle/b4KL1ASBaVzE...
March 7, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Been fascinated by Stonehenge? We are elated to host our next Talk with an Expert session with Dr. Susan Greaney (University of Exeter)! Register now:
Date: 8th March 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 12:30 pm GMT/ 6 pm IST
Register here: forms.gle/b4KL1ASBaVzE...
Date: 8th March 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 12:30 pm GMT/ 6 pm IST
Register here: forms.gle/b4KL1ASBaVzE...
Step into the breathtaking Hauz Khas Madrasa, a 13th-century Islamic seminary turned heritage site. Located in the heart of New Delhi, this magnificent structure showcases intricate architecture, beautiful calligraphy and picturesque surroundings.
youtu.be/LJlDG-xR_u4?...
youtu.be/LJlDG-xR_u4?...
SA Monuments of the Delhi Sultanate Ep.26: The Hauz Khas Madrasa, Delhi
YouTube video by Speaking Archaeologically
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March 5, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Step into the breathtaking Hauz Khas Madrasa, a 13th-century Islamic seminary turned heritage site. Located in the heart of New Delhi, this magnificent structure showcases intricate architecture, beautiful calligraphy and picturesque surroundings.
youtu.be/LJlDG-xR_u4?...
youtu.be/LJlDG-xR_u4?...
Making Himalayan Scripts more accessible! Join us on Speaking Archaeologically for a Week long online course to learn Takri with Dr Sarang Sharma.
Course costs: £20 per person
#epigraphy #ancientscripts #palaeography #takri
Course costs: £20 per person
#epigraphy #ancientscripts #palaeography #takri
March 3, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Making Himalayan Scripts more accessible! Join us on Speaking Archaeologically for a Week long online course to learn Takri with Dr Sarang Sharma.
Course costs: £20 per person
#epigraphy #ancientscripts #palaeography #takri
Course costs: £20 per person
#epigraphy #ancientscripts #palaeography #takri
Speaking Archaeologically is very elated to host our next Talk with an Expert session on archaeological metal conservation with Ms. Carola Del Mese, Historic England. Register using the link below to attend the session!
Date: 1st March 2025, Saturday
Time: 12:30 pm GMT
forms.gle/QvNz8G6dmMnw...
Date: 1st March 2025, Saturday
Time: 12:30 pm GMT
forms.gle/QvNz8G6dmMnw...
February 25, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Speaking Archaeologically is very elated to host our next Talk with an Expert session on archaeological metal conservation with Ms. Carola Del Mese, Historic England. Register using the link below to attend the session!
Date: 1st March 2025, Saturday
Time: 12:30 pm GMT
forms.gle/QvNz8G6dmMnw...
Date: 1st March 2025, Saturday
Time: 12:30 pm GMT
forms.gle/QvNz8G6dmMnw...