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Fossils and Fiction is a podcast of conversations about the culture and science of palaeontology and prehistoric life, featuring palaeontologists, creators, authors, experts, and fans. 

Latest Episodes

  • Episode 38: Ancient Kitty and Biostratigraphy

    Episode 38: Ancient Kitty and Biostratigraphy

    Hosts Alyssa and Travis discuss the mummified homotherium, play a game of ‘fossil fact or fiction’, and learn all about the Emu Bay Shale with special guest Steph Richter-Stretton. Follow Steph-Richter-Stretton on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biostephigraphy/ Lopatin, A. V., Sotnikova, M. V., Klimovsky, A. I., Lavrov, A. V., Protopopov, A. V., Gimranov, D. O., & Parkhomchuk, E.…

  • Episode 37: Common Descent Spotlight Featuring Fossils and Fiction

    Episode 37: Common Descent Spotlight Featuring Fossils and Fiction

    Some exciting news about the future of Fossils and Fiction followed by an episode of the Common Descent Podcast ‘spotlighting’ our show. _____________ Links: Access the episode transcript.

  • Episode 36: Aussie Pterosaur Roundup Featuring Adele Pentland

    Episode 36: Aussie Pterosaur Roundup Featuring Adele Pentland

    Pterosaur expert and PhD student Adele Pentland discusses the discovery and description of the newest and most complete Australian pterosaur, Haliskia peterseni. The fossil was found in Australia and is 100 million years old. Adele explains the unique features of Haliskia, including its large wingspan, interlocking teeth, and long throat bones. The conversation places Haliskia…