This was one of the most polarizing subjects I’ve ever covered, with reader reactions all over the map. Notably, the Bluesky community was by far the most reasonable and nuanced — you guys are awesome! In case you’re interested, my post on IG regarding the diversity of reactions and key points:

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For 21 years, a Natrona Heights orchard has produced North America’s largest native fruit — the pawpaw. Now locals hope it plays a role in bringing back a long-displaced butterfly. www.publicsource.org/pawpaw-nativ...

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Archaeologists are cool if you wanna plan in your little fantasy world! What we aren't cool with is the fucking hatred. Towards us and others who try to champion a true and diverse picture of our human past, grounded in real evidence

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Many people say Graham Hancock inspires interest in archaeology. But his fans hate archaeologists who try to correct the record In fact, it's the opposite. Hancock and his buddies inspire interest in fantasy, a fantasy opposed to actual archaeology and our human past

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now I see why they call it mocking bird

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