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Spotlight 2024 - Meredith Johnson, Origin Stories
7 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 13 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
This episode, another returning guest: Meredith Johnson, host of Origin Stories, the Leakey Foundation podcast!
Find Origin Stories here:
https://leakeyfoundation.org/learn/originstories/Connect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 197 - Durophagy (Eating Hard Stuff)
4 augustus 2024 · 2 uur 12 min
Some animals are specialists at eating particularly tough foods like shells, seeds, and bones. Adaptations for a durophagous diet come in many forms in almost all major groups of life. This episode, we discuss how so many animals tackle tough foods, what behaviors and anatomy help them to do it, and the importance of durophagy for understanding fossils and the history of Earth ecosystems. Lees meer
In the news: fossil boas, walking fish, cooked birds, and early arthropods.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:08:15
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:45:50
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:28:45
Patron question: 02:06:30Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Episode 196 - Boas and Pythons
21 juli 2024 · 2 uur 30 min
Boas and pythons include some of the most famous snake species on Earth, renowned for their incredible tropical diversity, their often beautiful scale patterns, and their often impressive size. This episode, we discuss what sets these two lineages apart from other snakes – and each other – and we explore the evolutionary path recorded in their fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: giant early tetrapods, digging dinosaurs, coastal croc-cousins, and striking snakes.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:08:15
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:37:40
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:30:10
Patron question: 02:16:10Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Episode 195 - Leaves
7 juli 2024 · 3 uur 5 min
Leaves. They’re everywhere. They’re the main photosynthesizing organs of plants, and they’re the main source of green on our green-and-blue planet. Leaves come in a truly dizzying variety of shapes, sizes, and specialized functions, and their early evolution laid the foundation for terrestrial ecosystems as we know them. This episode, Aly joins us yet again to talk about the anatomy and diversity of leaves and the incredible information we can learn from leaves in the fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: croc cousins, horned dinosaurs, dinosaur myths, and fish brains.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:07:40
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:42:30
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:36:00
Patron question: 02:54:30Follow Aly online at @PaleoLorax
Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Spotlight 2024 - Travis Holland, Fossils and Fiction
3 juli 2024 · 1 uur 3 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
Joining us for this episode is Travis Holland, host of Fossils and Fiction!
Find Travis and Fossils and Fiction in these places:
fossilsfiction.co
travisholland.com.au
https://researchoutput.csu.edu.au/en/persons/tholla05csueduauConnect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 194 - Alligators and Caimans
23 juni 2024 · 2 uur 28 min
Happy Croc Month! Lees meer
Alligators and caimans are the living members of the family Alligatoridae. In this episode, we explore how the gator lineage differs from other crocs, and we’ll dive into the fossil record of the extended gator family tree, a history that includes a diversity of species and some of the largest crocodilians to ever live.
In the news: Australian pterosaurs, mega-geese, Neanderthal art, and social ants.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:45
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:37:55
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:12:45
Patron question: 02:19:50Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Episode 193 - Hopping
9 juni 2024 · 2 uur 3 min
Terrestrial animals get around using a variety of gaits: walking, running, galloping, etc. Some of these gaits are particularly bouncy! Hopping comes in many forms in many different groups of animals. This episode, we’ll discuss what makes a particular gait “hoppy,” what functions hopping serves, and what adaptations are found in the best hoppers. Then, we’ll explore what we can tell about hopping in the fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: dinosaur skin, marine worms, ancient monotremes, and plant-ant relations
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:45
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:36:30
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:19:00
Patron question: 01:50:10Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Spotlight 2024 - Sabrina and Garret, I Know Dino
5 juni 2024 · 1 uur 12 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
Returning to the podcast for this episode are Sabrina and Garret, hosts of I Know Dino!
Find I Know Dino at these places:
https://iknowdino.com
https://www.patreon.com/join/iknowdino
https://pod.link/960976813Connect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
We’re an Audible Affiliate Partner! Use this link for a 30-day free trial to Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/CommonDescent
The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 192 - Tongues
26 mei 2024 · 2 uur 11 min
Tongues are a common feature among tetrapod animals, but the evolution of this organ is complex and fascinating. Through time, tongues have evolved a wide variety of functions from feeding to sensing to speech. This episode, we’ll explore the diversity of tongues and their bony counterparts in the hyoid apparatus, we’ll examine what’s known about tongue evolution, and we’ll discuss how fossils – especially hyoids – help us interpret the tongues of extinct species. Lees meer
In the news: dinosaur temperatures, ancient geomagnetism, Martian lake conditions, and splitting sea stars.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:08:15
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:39:55
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:24:05
Patron question: 02:02:40Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Episode 191 - Language
12 mei 2024 · 2 uur 5 min
Language is possibly the most important and incredible ability that sets humans apart from other species. Whether spoken, written, or signed, language exists in thousands of varieties among modern human cultures, and there are some very language-like communication systems in other animals, too. This episode, we discuss what defines language, what makes it so special, and what we understand about its history and origins among our ancestors. Lees meer
In the news: orangutan medicine, frog skin, giant sharks, and dinosaur eggs.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:05:15
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:34:35
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:14:25
Patron question: 01:58:00Find Dr. Alex at https://www.bridgetalex.com/ or @bannelia
Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Spotlight 2024 - Dylan Wilmeth, Bedrock
1 mei 2024 · 1 uur 9 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
This episode, we’re joined by Dylan Wilmeth, host of Bedrock: Earth’s Earliest History!
Find Dylan’s podcast here: https://www.bedrockpodcast.com/
Connect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 190 - Cicadas
28 april 2024 · 2 uur 13 min
Cicadas are among the most famous insects in the world, and in summer 2024, they’re set to put on quite a show in North America! This episode, we explore the function and evolution of cicadas’ most famous features, including their notoriously loud calls and their incredible life cycles, and we’ll take a peek into the past at the fossil record of cicadas and their ancient cousins. Lees meer
In the news: giant snakes, big kangaroos, dinosaur amino acids, and echolocation tissues.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:03:45
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:39:35
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:18:50
Patron question: 02:00:30Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Silver Screen Science - Jaws
24 april 2024 · 1 uur 8 min
It’s a new series of Silver Screen Science! As usual, we’re discussing how science is portrayed on the big screen, this time with a new theme: Sharks! Lees meer
It’s a series about shark movies, so how could we skip the most famous and influential shark film of all time? – Jaws.
Check out our website for blog posts and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Silver Screen Science - Deep Blue Sea
17 april 2024 · 55 min
It’s a new series of Silver Screen Science! As usual, we’re discussing how science is portrayed on the big screen, this time with a new theme: Sharks! Lees meer
This time, we’re exploring the monster sharks and suspicious science of a 90s shark classic – Deep Blue Sea.
Check out our website for blog posts and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 189 - Dromaeosaurs
14 april 2024 · 2 uur 34 min
This group of predatory dinosaurs includes such famous names as Deinonychus, Microraptor, and Velociraptor, and they’re among the most well-studied and popular dinosaurs of all time. This episode, we’ll discuss what sets these dinosaurs apart, as well the much-discussed and -debated questions surrounding their relationships to birds, their distinctive claws and wings, and their hunting strategies. Lees meer
In the news: ant-mimic spiders, fishapod spinal column, early dinosaur growth, and a fossil tapeworm.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:05:20
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:33:00
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:13:50
Patron question: 02:22:05Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Links mentioned in the announcements:
Palestine Children’s Relief Fund: https://www.pcrf.net/
Jewish Voice For Peace: https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/take-action/Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
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Silver Screen Science - Meg 2: The Trench
10 april 2024 · 1 uur 1 min
It’s a new series of Silver Screen Science! As usual, we’re discussing how science is portrayed on the big screen, this time with a new theme: Sharks! Lees meer
This episode, we’re examining the newest installment in the film series about giant monster ancient sharks – Meg 2: The Trench.
Check out our website for blog posts and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org
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Spotlight 2024 - James, Amanda, and Curtis, Palaeo After Dark
3 april 2024 · 1 uur 4 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
It’s episode two, and our guests are the hosts of Palaeo After Dark: James, Amanda, and Curtis!
Find Palaeo After Dark at their website: www.palaeoafterdark.com
Connect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
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Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 188 - Cannibalism
31 maart 2024 · 2 uur 21 min
An animal eating another member of its own species might sound like a rare and abnormal occurrence – and it is often portrayed that way – but cannibalism is actually extremely widespread and common in nature. Some animals are occasional cannibals, while some go so far as to rely on this behavior to fuel proper growth and development. In this episode, we’ll discuss some of the varieties of cannibalism, explore how this behavior has been misunderstood and misconstrued in the past, and investigate some evidence from the fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: toothless Cretaceous birds, giant river dolphins, Alaska dinosaurs, and Kermit the temnospondyl.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00|
News: 00:05:50
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:29:30
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:16:45
Patron question: 02:09:15Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
What's The "T" Stand For?: A Let's Learn-A-Saurus Book
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYZJ1QLRGot a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 187 - Migration
17 maart 2024 · 2 uur 7 min
Among the most spectacular of animal behaviors is migration, the habit of many species to undertake massive journeys, sometimes traveling thousands of kilometers to access food or breeding grounds. This episode, we explore the incredible diversity of migratory behaviors, we examine the functions and adaptations that make migration happen, we discuss how migration is defined, and we investigate some of the tools we can use to identify migration in the distant past. Lees meer
In the news: giant crabs, fossil forests, early cephalopods, and mating termites.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:04:40
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:30:15
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:26:00
Patron question: 01:49:35Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Spotlight 2024 - Adele Pentland, Pals in Palaeo
7 maart 2024 · 1 uur 11 min
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication. Lees meer
In this first episode, our guest is Adele Pentland, host of Pals in Palaeo!
Find Adele and Pals in Palaeo in these places:
https://adelepentland.com/
https://palsinpalaeo.com/
https://www.instagram.com/palsinpalaeo/
https://www.instagram.com/palaeodel/Connect with Common Descent: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
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Episode 186 - Owls
3 maart 2024 · 2 uur 10 min
Owls are among the world’s most iconic and charismatic birds, and they’re also among the most effective aerial predators. This episode, we’ll take a tour of the amazing adaptations that have allowed owls to achieve their modern diversity and worldwide range, and we’ll explore what we know – and what we don’t – about their evolutionary history. Lees meer
In the news: snake evolution, ancient polar life, dinosaur joints, and dragon teeth.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:05:10
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:40:35
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:23:50
Patron question: 02:03:15Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
We’re an Audible Affiliate Partner! Use this link for a 30-day free trial to Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/CommonDescent
Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 185 - Cacti
18 februari 2024 · 2 uur 17 min
Cacti are famous for their spine-shaped leaves, their water-retaining tissues, their green stems, and especially for being among the most well-adapted organisms on Earth for dry environments. This episode, we’re joined by Dr. Aly Baumgartner to discuss the diversity of cacti, their unique adaptations for an unusual lifestyle, and their mysterious evolutionary past. Lees meer
In the news: Stone Age jewelry, kelp fossils, long-jawed fish, and early trees.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:00
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:38:25
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:25:00
Patron question: 02:04:00Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast
Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/
We’re an Audible Affiliate Partner! Use this link for a 30-day free trial to Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/CommonDescent
Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent
The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 184 - Richard Owen
4 februari 2024 · 1 uur 55 min
A familiar name to modern biologists and paleontologists, Sir Richard Owen is famous for his pioneering work in the fields of paleontology and comparative anatomy, his contributions to public appreciation of biological sciences, and his often antagonistic relationships with contemporary scientists. This episode, we’ll explore Owen’s major scientific contributions and his long-standing reputation as a villain of 19th Century science. Lees meer
In the news: temnospondyl survivors, big sauropods, dinosaur hunting, and mammoth journeys.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:04:50
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:32:10
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:04:30
Patron question: 01:36:35Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 183 - Feathers
21 januari 2024 · 2 uur 24 min
Feathers are among the most diverse and complex forms of animal integument. Today, they’re exclusive to birds, where they can be found in a dizzying variety of forms and functions, and incredible fossils reveal even more diversity of feathers on ancient dinosaurs. This episode, we explore the features of modern feathers, the mysteries of feather origins, and the much-discussed question of which ancient animals were truly feathered. Lees meer
In the news: sturdy bird necks, giant worms, early photosynthesis, and very old skin.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:20
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:37:00
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:15:55
Patron question: 02:11:30Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 182 - Camouflage
7 januari 2024 · 2 uur 22 min
Blending in with the surroundings is an incredibly useful habit. Even without evidence, this fact would be obvious from the sheer variety of organisms that do it and the vast diversity of strategies and adaptations they use. This episode, we look at what camouflage is and how it works in its many forms, and we explore how we can spot camouflage – and what we can learn from it – in the fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: curled-up trilobites, Antarctic octopus DNA, crab organs, and giant whales.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:05:35
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:37:25
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:29:35
Patron question: 02:14:40Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
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End of the Year Q&A 2023
31 december 2023 · 4 uur 24 min
Happy New Year! Lees meer
It’s time again for our annual answering-your-questions marathon episode! Thanks to all our askers for a great set of questions!
And as always, a huge thanks to all of you who have supported the podcast this year, whether you’re a top-tier Patron or a newcomer who’s just a couple episodes in. You make Common Descent possible.
Now sit back and enjoy several hours of us rambling about whatever you asked about.
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Episode 181 - Dragonflies
24 december 2023 · 2 uur 9 min
Dragonflies and damselflies are incredible insects. They are arguably the world’s most skilled fliers, arguably the world’s most successful predators, and arguably the best insects (so says David). Not only that, they and their ancient cousins have been abundant and successful aerial predators for over 300 million years. This episode, we discuss what sets these bugs apart from all the rest, we explore what’s known of their evolution from their surprisingly good fossil record, and of course we highlight their most famous extinct cousins: the giant griffenflies. Lees meer
In the news: croc habitats, tyrannosaur food, elephant trunks, and early mosquitos.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:04:30
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:34:15
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:13:15
Patron question: 01:53:45Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
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Episode 180 - Filter Feeding
10 december 2023 · 2 uur 12 min
Filter feeding is among the most widespread dietary strategies in the world. From tiny bivalves to massive basking sharks, animals have developed a vast array of convergent strategies for filtering tiny food particles out of the water. This episode, we discuss what it takes to be a filter feeder, why it’s so common, the various methods animals employ to make it happen, and how we try (sometimes successfully) to identify filter feeding in the fossil record. Lees meer
In the news: Thailand trilobites, mammal aging, bird-like footprints, and whale echolocation.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:04:55
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:38:30
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:22:00
Patron question: 02:04:30Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
More music like this at http://ocremix.org.Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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Patron Mini-Episode Compilation #4
4 december 2023 · 2 uur 9 min
Mini-episodes are rewards for our high-level supporters on Patreon, each one focusing on a requested topic for a specific Patron. From time to time, we combine a bunch of these and release them as a bundle for all our listeners to enjoy. Enjoy! Lees meer
A huge thanks as always to our Patrons for their kind and generous contributions to our education efforts.
Intro: 00:00:00
Icarosaurus for Elizabeth - 00:02:25
Corvids for Stephen - 00:17:20
Thylacines for Traci - 00:40:45
Shrikes for Oscar - 01:02:10
Entelodonts for Lucy - 01:20:15
Iguanas for Tobias - 01:46:40Check out our website for blog posts, additional content, and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org.
Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
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Episode 179 - Thermoregulation
26 november 2023 · 2 uur 9 min
If things get too hot or too cold, the crucial processes inside the cells and tissues of living organisms stop working properly, and that’s bad. So, organisms expend a lot of time and energy managing their body temperatures. This episode, we break down the familiar concepts of “warm-blooded” and “cold-blooded,” we discuss the many adaptations that animals use to manage the heat, we explore what evidence allows us to interpret thermoregulatory strategies in the fossil record, and we investigate what is known about how these strategies have evolved over time. Lees meer
In the news: soft robot echinoderms, bird tracks, taste evolution, and dinosaur eggs.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:04:45
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:36:00
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:20:30
Patron question: 1:59:00Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
More music like this at http://ocremix.org.Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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Episode 178 - Ears
12 november 2023 · 2 uur 24 min
Listen up! The world around us is full of sound, and animals have evolved numerous strategies for receiving and interpreting those sounds. In this episode, we discuss the many varieties of sound-sensing organs and how they’ve evolved repeatedly throughout life history. We’ll also explore some of the other important things that ears can do, including the ever-important task of maintaining our equilibrium. Lees meer
In the news: carnivorous lampreys, caterpillar legs, early dragonflies, and the sea star body plan.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:10
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:36:45
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:30:15
Patron question: 2:14:05Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
More music like this at http://ocremix.org.Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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Cute-E - Friendly Dragons
4 november 2023 · 1 uur 1 min
Welcome … to Cute-E! Lees meer
Every October during Spook-E, we have fun speculatively evolving monsters from myths and stories, but we leave out the cuddlier side of fiction. In Cute-E, we’re choosing kinder creatures and discussing how they – or something like them - might evolve under the rules of evolution and natural selection, pulling inspiration from organisms of the real world. This year’s theme: Dragons.
This episode, we snuggle up with the sweeter side of dragons. How might natural processes produce intelligent, social, and even amicable draconic beasts? Our creatures to create this time: Friendly Dragons.
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Episode 177 - Neanderthals
29 oktober 2023 · 2 uur 39 min
These days, we Homo sapiens are the only humans around, but that wasn’t always the case. This episode, we are joined by special guest Dr. Bridget Alex to discuss our most famous extinct cousins, Neanderthals. We explore what makes them similar and dissimilar to us, what evidence we use to study their lives and culture, and how our understanding of them has grown from outdated misrepresentations to the complex and fascinating people we now know them to have been. Lees meer
In the news: a fossil bat skull, beaver evolution, early pliosaurs, and Ancient Egyptian snakes
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:25
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:41:00
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:38:35
Patron question: 02:30:35Find Dr. Alex on her website: bridgetalex.com
Or follow her on Twitter: @banneliaCheck out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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More music like this at http://ocremix.org.Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
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Spook-E - Turtle Dragons
28 oktober 2023 · 44 min
Welcome ... to Spookulative Evolution. Lees meer
It’s October, and that means it’s Spook-E Season once again! Each episode in the series, we pick a type of monster and explore how it – or something like it – might evolve under the rules of evolution and natural selection, pulling inspiration from life in the real world. This year’s theme: Dragons.
This episode, we combine some disparate mythologies. How could nature give rise to a shelled wonder with a mixed reputation? Our creatures to create this time: Turtle Dragons.
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Spook-E - Wyverns
21 oktober 2023 · 58 min
Welcome ... to Spookulative Evolution. Lees meer
It’s October, and that means it’s Spook-E Season once again! Each episode in the series, we pick a type of monster and explore how it – or something like it – might evolve under the rules of evolution and natural selection, pulling inspiration from life in the real world. This year’s theme: Dragons.
This episode, we investigate a modern favorite. How could natural selection give us a (perhaps) more reasonably shaped dragon? Our creatures to create this time: Wyverns.
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Episode 176 - Hadrosaurs
15 oktober 2023 · 2 uur 34 min
Hadrosaurs (the so-called “duckbill” dinosaurs) and their fellow ornithopods were among the most abundant and successful dinosaur groups of all time. This episode, we discuss their evolution and diversity, and we explore some of the most outstanding and unique features of the group, including their incredible fossil record, complex social behaviors, wacky head ornaments, and their truly incredible mouths. Lees meer
In the news: fluorescent mammals, snake tracks, leaf mining, and terror bird footprints.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:40
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:41:30
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:14:25
Patron question: 02:18:15Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more:
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The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome.
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Spook-E - East Asian Dragons
14 oktober 2023 · 58 min
Welcome ... to Spookulative Evolution. Lees meer
It’s October, and that means it’s Spook-E Season once again! Each episode in the series, we pick a type of monster and explore how it – or something like it – might evolve under the rules of evolution and natural selection, pulling inspiration from life in the real world. This year’s theme: Dragons.
This episode, we travel to another part of the world. How could we end up with an elemental being that combines the features of many animals? Our creatures to create this time: East Asian Dragons.
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Spook-E - European Dragons
7 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 5 min
Welcome ... to Spookulative Evolution. Lees meer
It’s October, and that means it’s Spook-E Season once again! Each episode in the series, we pick a type of monster and explore how it – or something like it – might evolve under the rules of evolution and natural selection, pulling inspiration from life in the real world. This year’s theme: Dragons.
This episode, we start with something familiar. How might evolution produce a fearsome serpentine beast with four legs and two wings? Our creatures to create this time: European Dragons.
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Episode 175 - Plant Defenses
1 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 56 min
Plants are delicious, nutritious, and full of energy, so they’re prime targets for all sorts of herbivores, parasites, and pathogens. But plants aren’t just sitting passively accepting attacks, they use a variety of strategies to defend themselves, from the frustrating to the fatal. This episode, we’re joined by our favorite paleobotanist, Aly Baumgartner, to discuss the many ways plants defend themselves – physically, chemically, and beyond – and the fascinating evolutionary history of plant defenses and their offenders. Lees meer
In the news: deep-sea fish, Wollemi pines, learning birds, and plant technology.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:06:55
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:38:15
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:12:25
Patron question: 01:48:10Check out our blog for bonus info and pictures:
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Episode 174 - The Mesozoic Marine Revolution
17 september 2023 · 1 uur 59 min
Earth’s oceans change over time, not just in their size and shape, but also in the very dynamics of their ecosystems. The stage was set for modern ocean ecosystems by an event called the Mesozoic Marine Revolution, a dramatic restructuring of ecology in shallow seas that saw the rise of many forms of active predatory lifestyles. This episode, we discuss the fossil evidence, the major players, and the ongoing and sometimes contentious research into this crucial period. Lees meer
In the news: early arthropods, early apes, prehistoric ravens, and long-necked marine reptiles.
Time markers:
Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00
News: 00:07:00
Main discussion, Part 1: 00:35:00
Main discussion, Part 2: 01:18:35
Patron question: 01:51:00Check out our blog for bonus info and pictures:
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Episode 173 - Herbivores (Plant-Eaters)
3 september 2023 · 2 uur 12 min
Eating plants isn’t easy, and yet the habit has evolved many times over the history of life on Earth, and herbivores have become essential components of ecosystems as we know them. This episode, we discuss the adaptations animals use to get around the challenges of plant-eating, as well as the incredible history of the repeated origins of herbivory. Lees meer
In the news: vampire squids, death by ammonite, early archosaurs, and dinosaur tracks.
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Silver Screen Science - 65 (2023)
27 augustus 2023 · 53 min
There’s a new paleontology-adjacent movie out there, and as usual, it’s a great opportunity to examine how science is translated to the big screen. Lees meer
Back to the Cretaceous (kind of) – 65 (2023)
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Episode 172 - Toothed Whales
20 augustus 2023 · 2 uur 34 min
For much of their evolutionary history, whales have been divided into two main lineages: baleen whales and toothed whales. The toothed variety are especially diverse today, including sperm whales, belugas, porpoises, and so, so many dolphins (among others). This episode, we explore what makes toothed whales distinct – besides the obvious – and what the whale fossil record tells us about how they came to be among the most successful marine animals in Earth history. Lees meer
In the news: leaf-eating birds, tiny whales, whale-like reptiles, and giant whales.
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Episode 171 - The Tethys Sea
6 augustus 2023 · 1 uur 39 min
Throughout Earth history, tectonic forces have changed the shape of the continents – and the oceans! You might be familiar with the Tethys Sea as an ancient ocean nestled against Pangaea, home to marine reptiles and more, but there’s actually a whole series of ancient bodies of water that bear this name. In this episode, we explore the various iterations of the Tethys, discuss how geologists study them, and examine how these ancient oceans shaped the world as we know it today. Lees meer
In the news: crocodile conservation, fighting fossils, whale evolution, and bird tracks.
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Episode 170 - Milk
23 juli 2023 · 2 uur 12 min
Mammals are famous for their ability to produce milk, a special substance that is essential for providing newborns with the ingredients they need for healthy development. As it turns out, mammals aren’t the only ones. Milk-like substances have evolved in many groups of animals which nourish their developing young. In this episode, we discuss what milk is, what it does, how it seems to have evolved, and the surprisingly long list of times animals have evolved the habit of providing nutritious fluids to feed their offspring. Lees meer
In the news: Anomalocaris diets, Asian alligators, ancient puberty, and the Cambrian Explosion.
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Snake Stuff with David
16 juli 2023 · 1 uur 17 min
Happy Snake Month! Lees meer
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Episode 169 - Sea Snakes
9 juli 2023 · 2 uur 7 min
Snakes are surprisingly good at adapting to life in saltwater. Today’s seafaring serpents include a wide diversity of semi-marine species as well as a fascinating assortment of fully oceanic snakes, and this is a tradition that extends well into the past, with numerous radiations of ancient sea snakes. This episode, we explore the repeated evolution of marine lifestyles in snakes, and the array of adaptations that have allowed them to take to the sea. Happy Snake Month! Lees meer
In the news: dinosaur hands, snake genetics, decapitated reptiles, and cartwheeling snakes.
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Episode 168 – Marine Crocs
25 juni 2023 · 2 uur 6 min
Most crocodilians today can handle saltwater to some degree, but many of their ancient cousins were much more suited to a life at sea, including some of the most impressive ocean-going reptiles in history. In this episode, we’ll explore the many lineages of marine crocs that have evolved over the last 150 million years, and we’ll dive into the special adaptations that allowed them to take to the seas over and over again. Happy Croc Month! Lees meer
In the news: a dinosaur transition, tusked dolphins, bird flutes, and crocodile parthenogenesis
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Croc Chat with Will
17 juni 2023 · 1 uur 8 min
Happy Croc Month! Lees meer
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Episode 167 – Geologic Dating
11 juni 2023 · 2 uur 29 min
When scientists find a new rock formation or fossil assemblage, how do they determine how old it is? The answer lies in the many varied methods of geologic dating. In this episode, we’ll discuss how we can sort the events in Earth history, how we calculate specific ages for ancient materials – including a deep-dive into radiometric dating! – and most importantly, how these many techniques support and complement each other. Lees meer
In the news: gaze following, polar pterosaurs, pachycephalosaur heads, and giant marsupials.
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