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Fantastical Field Guide

Blair Bazdarich
Komodo Dragon
Godzilla
Mimikyu
Tribbles
Jigglypuff
Sicilians
Nine-Banded Armadillo
New Caledonian Crows
Cubone
Gelatinous Cube
Slime Mold
Pachycephalosaurus
Star Trek
Futurama
Wombat
Elephant
Dungeons and Dragons
Pokemon
Hawaii
Hamsters

Blair is "the Zoologist" and sitting animal expert who co-hosts the weekly science news podcast, This Week in Science. Her husband Brian is a nursing student and avid gamer of all types (video, board, card, role-playing, etc), and their friend Jesse is a podcast host, writer, and "your favorite teacher's favorite teacher" who is also a games enthusiast. Together, we will explore the worlds of Poke... more

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Natural SciencesScienceGamesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

Season 2 starts with a blast!! How does Koffing make his gas, and how do beetles create bioling hot spray? Blair insists Birdo is a hagfish, and that isn't an insult. Oh, and we talk waaaay too much about polar bears. Happy listening!!

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Here's a peek into our pilot episode, when we called ourselves "64-bit Field Guide." We chat Pikachu, Paras, and Shai-Hulud. Enjoy and see you in August!

Starring Blair, Brian and Jesse

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EPISODE #8: "Hey Folks, Bandicoots are Real" - In our season 1 finale, the gang discuss crows, what the heck it means to "expose" Eevee to a stone, and why Crash Bandicoot wears jorts. Warning for those who may be surprised by it, marsupial reproduct... more

If Jigglypuff is a balloon, where are her bones, which fans insist she has? Is eating popplers such a big deal, really? And, why are crows so smart? Muse along on the penultimate episode of season 1!

Starring Blair, Jesse, Brian

Hosted on Acast. Se... more

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Hosts

Blair Bazdrich
Host and zoologist on the show with expertise in animal biology; appears across multiple episode mentions.
Brian Pagano
Nursing student and gamer, co-host; contributes science-informed commentary and pop culture banter.
Jesse McGrath
Teacher and games enthusiast, co-host; adds educational perspective and approachable science discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • The best podcast of all time

    These kids are really doing it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMcGrizz
    United States3 months ago

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banter between hosts is engaging and educational for fans of games and nature.
Show has a rare mix of humor and science that makes biology feel accessible.
Guests help bridge education and pop culture, keeping episodes fresh and fun.

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#89
Australia/Leisure/Games
Apple Podcasts
#247
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#169
Sweden/Leisure/Games

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fantastical Field Guide

What is Fantastical Field Guide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A nerdy, lighthearted science show that blends real-world biology with pop culture fantasy. Conversations roam from Pokémon and Zelda to Godzilla and kaiju, exploring how actual animal traits, evolution, and ecology inspire fictional creatures. The hosts keep discussions playful and accessible, peppering debates with trivia, guest banter, and curious tangents that connect science to games, movies, and fantasy lore. Noteworthy is the show's approachable style—making complex biology feel relevant to everyday interests—along with a strong zoological perspective from a scientist-host and welcoming, gamer-friendly co-hosts.

Listeners likely enjoy quick-witted banter, approachable science explanations, and deep dives into how nature informs fant... more

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