New Podcast Series with Franck Goddio
Dive into the depths of history with the University of Oxford’s new podcast series on Maritime Archaeology with Franck Goddio. Explore the fascinating discoveries from the sunken ancient cities off the coast of Egypt and uncover the results of ongoing underwater archaeological research. Each episode offers insights into different aspects of the project and showcases how the latest technology is transforming maritime archaeology. Start your journey today—available on the University of Oxford Podcasts site, Apple Podcasts and on Spotify.
Episode 1 – Underwater archaeology: 20 years of collaboration between OCMA and IEASM
Listen to Franck Goddio (IEASM) and Damian Robinson (OCMA) talking about how the OCMA came to life with the support of the Hilti Foundation 20 years ago and what achievements could be made as a result of this long-term collaboration. Dive into the history of Egypt when they present the fascinating discoveries from the ancient sunken cities of Thonis-Heracleion and Canopus off the coast of Egypt and the Portus Magnus of Alexandria and its sunken royal quarter. These range from artefacts to shipwrecks, port structures and the remains of buildings and temples. Get insights into future projects of the research team and the use of the latest technology, including artificial intelligence.
About the Oxford Institute for Maritime Archaeology
The OCMA was established in 2003 as a collaborative venture by the School of Archaeology at the University of Oxford, the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology (IEASM) under the direction of Franck Goddio, and the Hilti Foundation, to create a center of expertise for Maritime Archaeology at the University. By supporting Franck Goddio and the IEASM since 1996, the Hilti Foundation has made a lasting contribution to innovation in underwater archaeological research.