Dr. Tara Lepore

Dr. Tara Lepore, a newly minted PhD in paleontology, engages listeners with her insights into the world of deep time. She explains how mammal teeth can serve as ancient birth certificates, revealing fascinating information about past life. Dr. Lepore also discusses the interdisciplinary nature of paleontology, emphasizing the connections with geology and biology. Listeners are encouraged to think of paleontology as a storytelling tool and are tasked with integrating deep time into their writing. She also debunks common paleontological misconceptions in pop culture.