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I Wish You Were Dead

Mike, Gavin, and Fia
Hurricane Helene
Florida
Smithsonian Institution
Paleontology
Bald Eagle
Hawks and Eagles
Oligocene Epoch
Swamps
Natural History Museum
La Brea Tar Pits
Pleistocene
Hugh O'brien Youth Leadership Organization
Parasitism
Climate Change
Denver Museum Of Nature and Science
Marine Ecology
American Museum Of Natural History
DDT
Moa
Dinosaurs

A podcast about things that used to be alive. With Gavin, Mike, and Fia.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes183Founded5 years ago
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Wood is the most useful material that humans have ever discovered. We use it for everything from paper, to houses, to fire. But what is it? Where did it come from? Let's find out!

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Mammals are (in Gavin's biased opinion) the best vertebrates, but some are mammals are weirder than others. Monotremes are without a doubt the weirdest mammals and it's not even close. But what are they? Who are they? And why do they wear hats to dis... more

Since Gavin ('s wife) just had a baby, he thought it would be a fitting time to do an episode about birth! Live birth is a thing that mammals are most famous for, but a *ton* of other animals do it too, in lots of different ways! Let's learn about th... more

Quick update on why there wasn't an episode this week! TL;DR Gavin, Liz and their new baby were traveling and Gavin got his dates wrong. But he got to go to the Pokemon World Championships!

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Recent Guests

Lora Bird
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Episode: Ep. 138.5: Tattoos and Dinosaurs w/ Sierra Swenson, Lora Bird, & Rudy Hummel
Rudolph Hummel
Physical Science Technician Paleontology at Fossil Butte National Monument.
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Episode: Ep. 138.5: Tattoos and Dinosaurs w/ Sierra Swenson, Lora Bird, & Rudy Hummel
Dr. Dave Krause
Paleontologist at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, curator, and former professor of Anatomical Sciences.
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Episode: Ep. 138: How Not To Do Helicopter Science w/ Dr. Dave Krause & Sierra Swenson
Sierra Swenson
Assistant collections manager at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, working on the Madagascar project.
Denver Museum of Nature and Science
Episode: Ep. 138: How Not To Do Helicopter Science w/ Dr. Dave Krause & Sierra Swenson

Hosts

Mike Bryson
Co-host with a background in science, known for his engaging style and contributions to discussions on ecological topics.
Gavin Davidson
Co-host with a passionate approach to discussing historical and scientific subjects.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Great subjects & presentation, usually correct

    Very welcoming, warm presentation. Terrific earth-based and nature science subjects. Very interesting and informative discussions that are usually correct, with some great insights but sometimes get distracted and state outdated, disproven theories and unfounded opinions (eg. bumble bee flight mechanics and incorrectly attributing extinction of dinosaurs, among others). Fact checking before publishing & editing old mistakes in published recordings would make this podcast terrific.

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    LaughingSailor
    United States9 months ago
  • A great dynamic between the two regular hosts, with Mike representing the audience and asking questions and Gavin giving the answers as the "expert" in the subject.

    Then there are the episode where it switches around and Mike teaches Gavin about people and events from human history.

    I found this podcast through the Spotlight series on Common Descent so if you enjoy this then go and give that a listen as well.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ben Coulson
    10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging presentation and broad range of subjects covered, particularly around nature and science.

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Update and a Listener Question About Dinosaurs and Presidents
Q: When did it become common knowledge to humans that dinosaurs existed?
Gavin explains that historical figures like Washington and Lincoln likely had limited knowledge about dinosaurs, with the term itself being coined in 1842 and the first discovered dinosaur published in 1824.
Ep. 138: How Not To Do Helicopter Science w/ Dr. Dave Krause & Sierra Swenson
Q: What are some of your interactions with the local communities there?
The researchers have hired local people to assist in fieldwork and started schools to provide education.
Ep. 138: How Not To Do Helicopter Science w/ Dr. Dave Krause & Sierra Swenson
Q: How do you guys go about working with the local scientists in Madagascar?
The researchers involve local scientists and communities in their work, ensuring equitable benefits.

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This podcast explores the fascinating intersection of life, death, and the remnants of the past, focusing on topics related to organisms and ecosystems that have ceased to exist. The hosts engage in lively discussions that cover a vast array of subjects including paleontology, ecology, and the impacts of natural phenomena, such as climate change and hurricanes, on these themes. They often provide a mix of scientific insights with personal anecdotes, making complex topics accessible and entertaining for their audience. Notably, conversations around historical figures in science, the impact of politics on scientific discourse, and the ecological roles of various species highlight the unique perspectives the hosts bring to these discussions.

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