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“Love the episodes, they are amazing. I love prehistory - but love the live talks by amazing speakers as well.”
Bonnie in NZ via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
01/14/24
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“This show offers us a view of the evolutionary paths taken by our ancestors. It is presented in simple language and we share the joy and wonder of the presenters as they explain their work and research.”
Zind Tokay via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/27/23
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“Interesting topics and information. The hosts delivery verges on simplistic baby talk. Makes listening almost unbearable.”
All Ferg via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/27/23
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“I love these episodes. The lady is really amazing because she makes such calming episodes. It’s like a massage for the nervous system and so interesting at the same time!”
Gardener 1234 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/05/23
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“Early episodes very good but now they have given up talking about the actual discoveries, excavations and science to focus on personalities, politics and the minutiae of daily life. This is not interesting. I’m unsubscribing.”
Ladybird166 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/23
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“Just found this podcast and I love it. Extremely fascinating & educational. Definitely recommend”
Jra4776 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/23
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“These are superb story’s on hominins long, long ago that are emerging from research around the world.”
filmer0 via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/12/23
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“Episode was so fascinating. Elaborating not just on the finding of a new hominid species, but our own place on among many. A story told with a sense of wonder.”
Karqb via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/31/23
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“Fascinating & excellent & factual.”
yoga.aha via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/23
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“My new obsession!! So fascinating”
Dee bothell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/24/23
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“Awesome keep them coming.”
Joey Bari via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
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“Every Episode is clear, full of relevant content and enjoyable to listen to. One of my favorites. I was glad to see them resume after Dr. Leakey’s passing ( rest in peace ).”
AustinHomebrew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“I absolutely love this podcast, and I was so sad when new episodes weren’t coming out. It’s absolutely fascinating and brings me closer to the natural world. I hope content continues long into the future.”
cjrf99 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/23
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“Insanely Awesome!!!! Can’t express how great this podcast is. Phenomenal”
ginnibug70 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/23
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“Fascinating topics. I can even get my 5 year old to pay attention and wonder with me about our ancestors from days gone by”
djsnndk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/23
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“Great podcast, you’ve got me hooked.”
SarahNW_NZ via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
10/11/22
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“Origin Stories is full of fascinating, thought-provoking episodes about what it means to be human. No other podcast compares when it comes to exploring humanity’s ancient past. This has quickly become one of my favorite science podcasts!”
Amy555 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/22
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“Excellent episodes about who, where, and why we are. Interesting topics, engaging guests, and informative, science-based content. Episodes are not too long and (mostly) move along clearly and concisely with discussions and explanations. Would love to have new episodes more often and at a...”Read full review »
CAMarathonRunner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/15/22
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“Looks like they took the money and ran. No new Information about Hominins since 2021. 8 Billion people spread around every corner of the globe and yet there are no new discoveries about our species or our brother and sister species.”
jodoin1425 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/19/22
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“Amazing episodes that expand your brain hugely.”
E=MCish via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
05/07/22
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“That episode was GREAT. Really had me digging deep to translate what I couldn’t understand. Having a topic I’m interested in made so worth the effort. Thank you for this episode!
Love this pod”
Archmistress via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/16/21
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“Very inspirational”
sciencepyar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/21
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“Great podcast! Highly recommended!”
Bran L K via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/21
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“I have listened and re-listened to every episode and am excited when a new one comes out. I highly recommend it!”
SpicLaFu via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/11/21
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“Loved the Spanish language one!”
thisnicknameistakenz5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/07/21
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“I love Origin Stories. Strange as it may sounds I think the podcast in general is very soothing, from the narrator’s voice to the educational content. This is seriously underrated!!”
Rebekah Kohlhepp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/21
“Totally one of my new favorites! This has really well selected topics and super interesting people involved in telling some amazing research on those humans.”
Static66666 via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
03/08/21
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“I got hooked and sucked in from the 1st episode!”
Fizzimajig via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/21
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“So thankful for this podcast. Amazing and insightful episodes. Anyone interested in the evolution of man will be fascinated.”
mvermolen via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
01/23/21
“Love this podcast. Important information about our early beginnings, told in an efficient, yet easy-to-listen-to manner.”
Skjaer33 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/06/21
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“Wonderful science, captivating storytelling, great links, and sound design is first class.”
Gobks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/25/20
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“They just gave an entire podcast in Spanish. Frankly, really inconsiderate. I’m sure that people who speak Spanish subscribe to Spanish language podcasts, not English ones.
Please don’t offer non-English podcasts to subscribers in future. I am sure 90% of listeners did not appreciate it.”
99Mac via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/01/20
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“Thoughtful, deep stories that are always full of discovery and surprise.”
Paul Cronan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/20
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“My favorite episode is still the Rising Star ep.”
StamfordNewby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/02/20
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“I highly enjoy this podcast for engaging topics throughout paleoanthropology, diverse perspectives in the displine and keeping current with new discoveries. As a teaching assistant, I recommend this to all of my students and even assign extra credit for those who want to learn more outside of the...”Read full review »
jbish0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/20
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“This episode is outstanding. As is usual for the series it has guests that portrayed such a passion and knowledge that I finished the episode buzzing with new ideas and a drive to find out more.”
Mingles99 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/02/20
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“I always learn something new when listening. I find the topics super interesting and I always discover something new. I would recommend this to anyone that likes to learn new things about us as humans.”
pacsmanager via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/20
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“I’ve been trying to get into podcasts for years. Time and time again I would press play on one and find that 5 minutes later I had completely zoned out. Nothing seemed to be able to hold my attention. That is, until I found Origin Stories. This podcast has kept me focused and entertained from the...”Read full review »
Lydialeigh257 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/22/20
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“All the episodes are easy to listen to and understand even if you don’t have a background in science. But they always manage to pack a ton pf fascinating stuff in every episode! I‘ve learned so much.”
Halfdanr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/20
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“Even if you don’t consider yourself an academic or an expert or anything like that. Everybody will love this podcast. The lack of reviews are criminal.”
Bulldogyrocks via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/20
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“Hi, as someone who works full time and returned to school full time as an archaeology major, this show reignites my spark for archaeology when I’m feeling overwhelmed with all the work. Its the perfect length for breaks between class and work. It’s also making me drift into a specific discipline...”Read full review »
bah da boom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/19
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“I love this podcast, its well thought out and the story telling is wonderful. I haven't found a better Science podcast out there yet. Keep em coming!”Read full review »
Schmitzilla via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/19
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“Even if you think you know a lot, you will still learn a lot! I just can’t get enough and never miss a show!”
Aphrodite909 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/17/19
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“Origins is one of my favorite science podcasts. It's one of the few to focus on biological anthropolgy, especially primate research. The topics are fascinating and covered in depth. The first person researcher pespective makes the stories more human an interesting. And the production quality...”Read full review »
Maurice Frank via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/18
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“Why on earth is nondescript music played over the dialogue. I am partly deaf, and turned off as I could not hear what was being said.
Music also dumbs down the whole programme.”
Anthea65 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/22/18
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“Brilliant stuff. I just stumbled across this podcast whilst working in the mines in Australia. Although we only see petrified wood and some fossilised leaves, I can relate.
When are there going to be more episodes, I am hanging out for some.
Great work guys.”
mabelyene via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/10/18
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“I was looking for a podcast about human evolution and, lucky, I found this one from Leakey Foundation.
I loved the interviews and the audio from different professionals.”
Léo Reginato via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
05/23/18
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