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The Skeptics Guide #1002 - Sep 21 2024

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

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Giants of the Sky: Extinct Bird Wonders

This chapter explores the astonishing sizes and characteristics of extinct species such as Pelagornis sandersi and Kalenkin giliermoi, juxtaposing them with modern birds. The speakers engage in a lively debate on the plausibility of size claims and the fascinating coexistence of Homo floresiensis with enormous predatory birds. Through humor and critical thinking, they highlight the remarkable aspects of these ancient avians and the implications of island dwarfism and gigantism.

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