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Fossils and Fiction is a podcast of conversations about the culture and science of palaeontology and prehistoric life, featuring palaeontologists, creators, authors, experts, and fans. 

Latest Episodes

  • Episode 50: Zev Doesn’t Like Palaeontology

    Episode 50: Zev Doesn’t Like Palaeontology

    Artist, cartoonist, communicator Zev Landes talks through his experiences and process. We get the low-down on how he created the Fossils and Fiction logo featuring Scratch and Skitters, as well as his work with museums, palaeo-tourism initiatives, and much more. Check out Zev’s website https://www.zevlandes.com/ or Instagram @ZevLandes. Access the transcript. Zev Landes Doesn’t Like…

  • Episode 49: One Big Shark

    Episode 49: One Big Shark

    Alyssa and Travis delve into a fascinating new paper on dinosaur tracks, dubbed the ‘Dinosaur Dance Floor.’ They discuss the implications of the findings, including the behavior of ceratopsians and tyrannosaurs. The conversation shifts to exciting announcements in paleontology, including a new season of Prehistoric Planet. They also interview shark palaeontologist Ben Francischelli, exploring the…

  • Episode 48: That is one big pile of Poozeum

    Episode 48: That is one big pile of Poozeum

    Poo and poetry. George Frandsen is founder of the Poozeum in Williams, Arizona. He shares the story of the Poozeum and its mission to educate the world about coprolites. George also introduces us to Barnum – the world’s biggest T. rex poop. Alyssa and Travis review Walking with Dinosaurs and Jurassic World: Rebirth before Travis…