An Unofficial 'The MeatEater Podcast' Reading List

Ep. 380: Chopping Up A Buffalo With Clovis Points

October 24, 2022

Description

Steven Rinella talks with Metin Eren, David J. Meltzer, John Hayes, Clay Newcomb, Spencer Neuharth, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: How Steve feels insecure about his grip...
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Books Referenced

Coronado: Knight of Pueblos and Plains

Author: Herbert E. Bolton

Context:

Referenced during discussion of the Coronado expedition. Speaker mentions reading this book in preparation for an interview with a Coronado expedition expert, describing the author as 'frustrating to read' and 'irritating.' The book is described as a 'classic volume.'

Make Prayers to the Raven

Author: Richard Kane Nelson

Context:

Mentioned in discussion about how Paleolithic hunters might have approached butchering differently. Clay references this anthropological work about the Koyukon people and their spiritual practices and superstitions around skinning animals.

Mountaineer: A Fulsome Winter Camp in the Rockies

Author: David Meltzer, Brian Andrews, and Mark Stugger

Context:

Dr. Meltzer's book about the Mountaineer archaeological site is discussed extensively. Steve mentions it's on his list to read, they discuss the price ($54 for paperback), and Steve and Clay purchase copies during the podcast. Published by University of Colorado Press.

First Peoples

Author: David J. Meltzer

Context:

A new edition of this book is mentioned by Dr. Meltzer as having come out after his previous appearance on the show. He notes the most important change in the new edition is the genetics information.