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Common Descent
The Common Descent Podcast
Join David and Will as they explore the paleontologists’ perspective on various topics in life and earth history.
Each episode features a main discussion on a topic requested by the listeners, presented as a lighthearted and educational conversation about fossils, evolution, deep time, and more.
Before the main discussion, each episode also includes a news segment, covering recent research related to paleontology and evolution.
Each episode ends with the answer to a question submitted by subscribers on Patreon.
New episodes with new topics every fortnight!
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4.8 stars from 940 ratings
My favourite podcast
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“I have been listening to podcasts since they were first released on iTunes and this show is my favourite. My friends and family don’t understand why I get so excited to learn about feathers or leaves for two hours, but every fortnight I know I’m in for a treat.
Adding that the fungus series and...”Read full review »
Gertie927 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/04/24
the perfect podcast
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“was doing some research on tetrapods and stumbled upon this podcast and I think it’s the most perfect form of media. I love the hosts do so much”
PBlink via Apple Podcasts ·
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09/24/24
Awesome
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“Great show, keep it up”
MKULTRA83 via Apple Podcasts ·
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09/15/24
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Published 11/10/24
Published 11/10/24
Welcome to Spotlight 2024! In this series, we’re sitting down with our fellow paleo-podcasters to discuss Science Communication.
This time, we’re hanging out with Amy and Meaghan from Weird & Dead!
Find Weird & Dead here:www.weirdanddead.com www.patreon.com/WeirdandDeadPodcast More from...
Published 11/06/24
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