Jessica Whiteside

Jessica Whiteside, an Associate Professor of Geochemistry, and David Bond, a Professor of Geology, dive into the mysteries of the Late Devonian Extinction, a catastrophic event that wiped out about 70% of species. They discuss how early land plants and their soil formation caused algal blooms, leading to oxygen depletion in oceans. The pair also explore climate dynamics and geological evidence, highlighting the extensive impact on marine and terrestrial life and drawing intriguing parallels to modern climate change.

"Did Dinosaurs Burp?" brings back Jessica Whiteside, an expert on dino gasses, and introduces David Wilkinson who explores the ecological impact. They discuss the digestive processes of dinosaurs, including stone-swallowing and food-chewing. They reveal the connection between dinosaur farts and the Earth's warm climate. Dave Wilkinson shares his study on animal emissions, discussing methane gas released by cows and potentially sauropod farts affecting climate change. The podcast highlights the effects of warm earth conditions on plant growth and emphasizes addressing global warming.