Ologies with Alie Ward Smologies #2: DINOSAURS with Paleontologist Michael Habib
Jul 20, 2021
"Smologies" features a paleontologist, Dr. Michael Habib, who shares intriguing dinosaur facts. He discusses the economics of dino digs, his favorite beasts, cloning from amber samples, real vs. fake museum dinos, and Jurassic Park flimflam. This episode also explores the controversy surrounding the name Brontosaurus and recent breakthroughs in paleontology regarding the color of dinosaurs. The speaker dives into the colors and tastes of dinosaurs and emphasizes the importance of fossil cleaning techniques.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Paleontology: Fossils, Discoveries, and Favorite Dinosaurs
02:26 • 9min
The Controversy and Resolution of the Name Brontosaurus
11:49 • 2min
Exploring the Color of Dinosaurs and Recent Breakthroughs in Paleontology
14:09 • 2min
Colors, Tastes, and Fossil Cleaning
15:52 • 5min
Thanking Dr. Michael Habib and Encouraging Starting Projects
20:49 • 2min