Join Rufus Hound, a comedic entertainer, alongside biologist Matthew Cobb, paleontologist Victoria Herridge, and scientist Keith Moore. They delve into the quirky history of the Royal Society, revealing bizarre experiments like using unicorn horn to repel insects. Discover how a beautiful fish book almost derailed Newton’s work and why dragons made their way into Swiss fauna guides. The conversation highlights Mary Anning's trailblazing paleontology and paints a humorous picture of early scientific endeavors—funny yet enlightening!