Fossils and Fiction is a podcast of conversations about prehistoric life, featuring paleontologists, creators, authors, experts, and fans.
Latest Episodes
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Episode 22: Dinosaurs will always be awesome
Jimmy Waldron once told Conan O’Brien he looked like a therizinosaurus. He also founded a non-profit called Dinosaurs Will Always Be Awesome that takes dinosaur experiences out to those who might not otherwise access them. After you’ve listened to the episode, check out more info on DWABA: https://dwaba.org/ Check out Jimmy’s research on teaching evolution to…
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Episode 21: The Age of Mammals with Chris Manias
Dinotherium, diprotodon, mastodon and more! Dr Chris Manias discusses his book The Age of Mammals: Nature, Development and Paleontology in the Long Nineteenth Century. Chris is Senior Lecturer in the History of Science & Technology at Kings College London. Books mentioned:
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Episode 20: ‘Dig Up Stupid’ – Adele Pentland talks Pals in Palaeo
Palaeontologist Adele Pentland makes her second appearance on Fossils and Fiction to talk about… The Simpsons? Oh, and also her podcast Pals in Palaeo and her tips for science communication. ___ Find out more about Adele’s work and Pals and Palaeo here: