Jessica and Matilda were both a bit swamped this month, so instead of the final episode of our cutlery extravaganza, here is a recent episode of And My Trowel, where Matilda discusses the archaeology of The Hobbit with her cohost Ash.

Archaeology of Chopsticks - Ep 59

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!