# The first Arctic explorers: ancient communities thrived in harsh environments

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Podcast: [Ultramarine: the science of our oceans and waterways](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ultramarine-the-science-of-our-oceans-and-waterways-7618302)
Published: 2026-03-12T03:02:40+00:00
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Duration seconds: 965

## Resource

Four and a half thousand years ago, people were already navigating the dangerous waters of the High Arctic. In this episode of the ConnectSci Podcast Ultramarine series, David Boldeman speaks with journalist Evrim Yazgin about new research showing how ancient Arctic communities crossed open ocean, thrived in extreme environments, and even helped shape the ecosystems around them. For the latest science news visit connectsci.au/news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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