Vicky Oelze
Associate Professor of Anthropology and director of the Primate Ecology & Molecular Anthropology Lab at UC Santa Cruz, specializing in strontium isoscapes, isotopic investigations of the Atlantic and transatlantic slave trade, and primate dietary ecology.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 55min
#1200 Vicky Oelze: The Anthropology of the Atlantic and Transatlantic Slave Trade
Vicky Oelze, an Associate Professor of Anthropology at UC Santa Cruz, dives deep into her research on the Atlantic and transatlantic slave trade. She discusses groundbreaking work on strontium isotopes that helps trace the origins of enslaved individuals. The conversation highlights the significance of the unique Vale da Galfaria burial site and critiques the erasure of its history through modern developments. Oelze emphasizes the ethical aspects of handling ancestral remains and the importance of community engagement in repatriation efforts.
Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 20min
#1113 Vicky Oelze: The Diets of Great Apes, and the Evolution of Human Diets
Vicky Oelze, an Associate Professor in Anthropology and Director of the Primate Ecology & Molecular Anthropology Lab at UC Santa Cruz, dives into the diets of great apes and how they inform human evolution. She discusses innovative methods like isotope analysis used to study ancient diets, uncovering insights into our ancestors' eating habits. Oelze also reveals surprising dietary behaviors in apes and their implications for early human diets, from hunting to the impact of agriculture. A fascinating blend of biology and anthropology awaits!
