Decoding Our Story

What happens when you marry the art of archaeology with the science of genetics?

Ancient DNA has revolutionised the study of the human story. In this three-part podcast series, three experts offer a peek into the latest lessons from one of the most exciting fields of modern science.

The episodes were recorded at UC San Diego and the Salk Institute, as part of the November 2025 CARTA Symposium on Ancient DNA


David Gokhman on “The Neanderthal Mirror: Latest Findings About the Lines Between Us”

Listen (21min): Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube audio | Other players


Diyendo Massilani on “Beyond Race: A New Outlook on the Shape of Humanity”

Listen (15min): Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube audio | Other players


Andres Moreno-Estrada on “Restless Humanity: The Epic Migrations Into the Americas, Polynesia, and… Beyond?”

Listen (25min): Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube audio | Other players

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