Sarah McAnulty

Squids. Cuttlefish. Octopusseseses. The world's most impassioned squid nerd, Sarah McAnulty, gets locked in a basement with Alie to talk about cephalopods, alien DNA, camouflage, invisibility cloaks, why cute things make us insane, terrible mating strategies, cute and clever ones and why she is so charmed by squid. Also addressed: Philly accents and the Kraken.Follow @SarahMackAttack on Twitter or InstagramSupport Ologies on Patreon for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, pins, totes!Follow @Ologies on Twitter and InstagramFollow @AlieWard on Twitter and InstagramEditing by Steven Ray MorrisMusic by Nick Thorburn

In this engaging discussion, Dr. Sarah McAnulty, a squid biologist and founder of Skype a Scientist, reveals her passion for cephalopods, driving a squid-covered vehicle and offering a squid facts hotline. She dives into fascinating topics like the camouflage abilities of cuttlefish, the quirky mating strategies of squids, and the misunderstood nature of giant squids. With charming anecdotes about Philadelphia accents and engaging insights into cephalopod intelligence and conservation, McAnulty's enthusiasm is contagious and makes for an entertaining listen.

Dr. Sarah McAnulty, a squid expert and founder of Skype a Scientist, dives into the playful and sometimes deceptive world of squids. She shares hilarious stories, revealing how these creatures use ink clouds to escape and even engage in clever mating tactics. Explore the unique social dynamics and impressive camouflage abilities of cephalopods, along with quirky trivia from a fun squid hotline. This conversation is full of deep-sea gossip and fascinating insights about these intelligent marine beings!

Ink is amazing. It helps us captures our thoughts, comes in many colors and some of it is even made by animals! In this episode we explore the history of this special substance. We’ll also talk squid ink with biologist Sarah McAnulty and explain how tattoos work. Plus, your poems about ink! Obviously there’s also a Mystery Sound and a Moment of Um that answers the question: what happens if salt is poured on snails? This episode is sponsored in part by Betty Crocker - bettycrocker.com and Laurel Springs School - laurelsprings.com/brainson

Sarah McAnulty, a squid biologist and executive director of Skype a Scientist, discusses how the pandemic has sparked a surge in connecting students with scientists. She emphasizes the importance of representation in science, showcasing how relatable role models can inspire young minds. The conversation covers innovative outreach initiatives to improve public science communication, while also tackling stereotypes about scientists. McAnulty highlights playful curiosity in scientific discussions, encouraging an engaging and inclusive approach to learning.