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Fossil Huntress — Palaeo Sommelier

Fossil Huntress
Paleontology
Trilobites
Woolly Mammoth
Fossils
Burgess Shale
Evolution
15th British Columbia Paleontological Alliance Symposium
Isotolus Rex
Cambrian Explosion
Tetrapod Evolution
Pleistocene
Prehistoric Life
Dinosaurs
Ray Troll
Kirk Johnson
Ecosystems
Smithsonian's National Museum Of Natural History
Vancouver Island
Devonian Period
Elpisto Stegae Watsoni

Geeky Goodness from the Fossil Huntress. If you love palaeontology, you'll love this stream. Dinosaurs, trilobites, ammonites — you'll find them all here. It's dead sexy science for your ears. Want all the links? Head on over to Fossil Huntress HQ at www.fossilhuntress.com

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Join in the exploration of the fascinating science of paleontology — that lens that examines ancient animals, plants & ecosystems from wee single-celled organisms to big & mighty dinosaurs.

Cretaceous Capilano Fossil Field Trip — From downtown Vancouver, drive north through Stanley Park and over the Lion’s Gate Bridge. Take the North Vancouver exit toward the ferries.

Turn right onto Taylor Way and then right again at Clyde Avenue. Lo... more

Woolly Mammoths – Picture a towering, shaggy titan lumbering across a frozen expanse, as winds howl through its dense, draping fur. This is the Woolly Mammoth—an Ice Age icon that could stand up to 11 feet tall, placing it nose-to-nose with a modern ... more

Welcome to the Fossil Huntress Podcast. Today on the show we’re talking about living dinosaurs—our avian friends, the birds.

From the tiniest hummingbird to the towering ostrich, these feathered creatures carry the legacy of the mighty theropods, b... more

Today on the show, we'll explore the first fossil finds from Miguasha Provincial Park, a protected area near Carleton-sur-Mer on the Gaspé Peninsula of Quebec in Canada, from the mid-1800s.

Miguasha is known for its exceptional preservation of Late... more

Welcome to the Fossil Huntress Podcast. Today, we're taking a journey half a billion years back in time to one of the most extraordinary fossil sites on the planet — the Burgess Shale — nestled high in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia, Canada.... more

Today we’re setting sail—back in time—to meet the king of the trilobites: Isotelus rex, the largest complete trilobite ever discovered.

Now, I know trilobites are often tiny—beautiful, delicate little creatures. But this one? This one was a behemoth... more

Welcome to The Fossil Huntress Podcast—your window into the deep time of ancient oceans, lost worlds, and beautiful traces left behind.

I'm your host, Heidi Henderson, coming to you from the rain-kissed coastline of British Columbia on Canada's far... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Dave Rudkin
Paleontologist at the Royal Ontario Museum, an expert on invertebrate fossils
Royal Ontario Museum
Episode: King of the Trilobites: The Discovery of Isotelus rex
Dr. Graham Young
Curator of geology and paleontology at the Manitoba Museum with a keen interest in paleoecology
Manitoba Museum
Episode: King of the Trilobites: The Discovery of Isotelus rex
Kirk Johnson
Sant Director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian
Episode: 15th BCPA Symposium with Kirk Johnson
Ray Troll
American artist known for scientifically accurate and humorous artwork
Artist based in Ketchikan, Alaska
Episode: 15th BCPA Symposium with Kirk Johnson

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Awesome fossil content

    Great Podcast. Easy to absorb the information with her wonderfully calm voice. Looking forward to more content to come…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wenlea25
    Canadaa year ago
  • Fossil Huntress

    From her mellow voice to her interesting content, I am always delighted to join Heidi on her travels in space and time. To be transported in time by a skilled storyteller is pure joy!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nteuthis
    Canada4 years ago
  • The one and only fossil huntress

    Been following the blog for years and it’s great that she’s moved into the podcast world. Can’t wait to hear the adventures

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SnacksRequires
    Canada5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the calm and informative delivery of content, making complex topics easy to absorb.
Fans value the connection with nature and science, celebrating the engaging discussions on fossils and paleontology.
The storytelling aspect is frequently highlighted, with many expressing enjoyment for being transported through time by the host's narrative style.

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This podcast offers an engaging exploration of paleontology, featuring discussions on various prehistoric life forms, including dinosaurs, trilobites, and ammonites. Each episode dives into fascinating topics such as evolutionary links, the significance of fossil discoveries, and the intricacies of ancient ecosystems. Exceptional storytelling, combined with insights from paleontologists and related experts, enriches the listener's understanding of the past while celebrating the excitement of discovery in paleobiology. The approachable and passionate delivery ensures that both casual enthusiasts and dedicated scholars find value in the content present across episodes.

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