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In “The Fossil Files”, a pair of palaeontologists delve into the latest discoveries from the world of palaeontology and seek to bring fossils to back to life. Each episode, Susie and Rob will discuss an interesting new research paper ranging from topics of what dinosaurs ate, how plesiosaurs swam, where we came from, and the science of de-extinction. Whilst doing so, we peek under the hood of how ... more

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In the first of two episodes on notorious fossil fails, Rob and Susie take a look at how a serious case of mistaken identify unfolded for some Ediacaran 'fossils'. Herein lies a cautionary tail for all relating to pareidolia: our very human tendancy ... more

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Perhaps the weirdest dinosaur ever has just been described in Nature, by The Fossil Files' own Susie Maidment. In a worldwide EXCLUSIVE*, Susie gives as the unvarnshed truth about how this spikey Jurassic weirdo came to be found, what makes it differ... more

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This new discovery is WEIRD. Mirasaura (the 'marvellous lizard') has been described from the Triassic of France, and it has mad projections coming out of its back, far longer than its body. We take a look at what these projections were, and were not ... more

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Squid are a really important part of marine ecosystems, but their fossil record is close to non-existent - their squishy bodies are just really unlikely to be fossilised. In this short bonus episode we take a new look at the squid fossil record. 'Dig... more

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Our deep origins and the vertebrate that wasn't
Q: How much did you think about the origin of vertebrates?
Most vertebrate paleontologists don't think much about the origin; they'd seek insights from others.
Is de-extinction a scam?
Q: What are your thoughts about the dire wolves reported by Colossal Biosciences?
They created genetically edited wolves but they are not actually dire wolves and this could mislead the public about conservation efforts.
Is de-extinction a scam?
Q: How would you describe de-extinction?
I think the conclusion that I have come to is that it is not possible, pointless and potentially takes money away from genuine conservation efforts.

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Engaging listeners with a blend of humor and scientific exploration, a pair of paleontologists tackle recent research in the field of paleontology, featuring discussions that range from the behavior and diets of dinosaurs to the mechanics behind how ancient reptiles swam. Each episode provides insights into captivating discoveries, bringing ancient ecosystems to life through detailed analyses of fossils and scientific literature. The content is designed not only for academia but also for the casually curious, making the complex world of paleontology accessible and enjoyable for a broad audience. Unique in its combination of rigorous science and approachable dialogue, this series draws in those passionate about history and science, encouragi... more

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