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The history and mythology of Clan Mothers and continued female leadership.

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The Choctaw scholar reflects on the ancient tradition of earthen mounds and mound culture.

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Harvard professor of Religion David Carrasco speaks on religion and Teotihuacan.

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The historical and contemporary spiritual importance of Incan Huacas.

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The Choctaw scholar reflects on the bitter chapter of history known as the Trail of Tears.

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An archaeology team work to uncover remains of a celestial calendar at Cahokia.

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Cahokia researchers uses new LiDAR technology to map the layout of this ancient city.

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Why this magnificent structure is built at an angle to the rest of the city.

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The Chumash continue canoe paddling traditions to connect to their ancestors.

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Illuminating the extraordinary measures Aztec artists took to record their culture.