Ep #82 The Ultimate Paleo Vlogger, That We Know Of ®

Ep 83 Paleo Nerds with Lindsay Nikole

LINKS

New Zealand Ichthyosaur science article
This article covers the discovery of an ichthyosaur in New Zealand, shedding light on the evolution and diversity of marine reptiles that ruled the seas during the Mesozoic.

Pareidolia-seeing faces in inanimate objects
Pareidolia is the human tendency to see faces or familiar shapes in clouds, rocks, or even fossils. This page explains why our brains are wired to find patterns in randomness.

Roy Chapman Andrews and the Flaming cliffs
Roy Chapman Andrews led legendary expeditions to Mongolia’s Flaming Cliffs, where some of the first dinosaur eggs were discovered. This article details his adventures and finds.

The Great Dying; the end of the Permian
The Permian-Triassic extinction event, known as “The Great Dying,” wiped out over 90% of species about 252 million years ago. It was the largest mass extinction in Earth’s history.

Cheetah Conservation Fund
The Cheetah Conservation Fund is dedicated to saving the world’s fastest land animal. Their work includes protecting wild populations and educating communities.

Illegal Pet Trade
This National Geographic feature examines the global illegal pet trade, from reptiles to rare mammals, and its devastating impact on biodiversity.

Ali Ward Ologies
Alie Ward’s “Ologies” podcast dives into quirky scientific fields with humor and curiosity, bringing experts and obscure -ologies into the spotlight.

Mini Minute Man link
Mini Minute Man creates entertaining YouTube videos debunking pseudoscience, conspiracy theories, and giving clear explanations of archaeology and paleontology.

Lindsay on Whales are fish
In this video, Lindsay Nikole explains why whales are mammals and not fish, busting common misconceptions with clarity and humor.

Nikole’s History of Life on Earth That We Know Of
Lindsay’s YouTube video condenses the 4.5 billion-year history of life on Earth into an engaging overview that highlights major evolutionary milestones.

HBO’s The Last of Us Zombie series
This HBO series is based on the fungal zombie apocalypse concept. It explores how parasitic fungi could inspire science fiction about humans.

Lindsay’s Merch page
Lindsay Nikole’s official site offers her branded merchandise, from apparel to fun designs that celebrate science and paleontology.

Tully Monster
The Tully Monster is Illinois’ state fossil, a mysterious soft-bodied creature from Mazon Creek. Its classification remains debated by paleontologists.

The Cambrian, Nature’s Acid trip
This video takes viewers into the Cambrian Explosion, a period when bizarre and experimental body plans emerged in Earth’s oceans.

Hallucigenia
Hallucigenia is one of the strangest Cambrian animals, with spines on its back and tentacle-like limbs. Once reconstructed upside down, it remains iconic in discussions of early life.

Anomolocaris
Anomalocaris was a giant Cambrian predator with strange mouthparts and grasping appendages. It dominated early seas as one of the first apex predators.

A Wonderful Life by Stephen J Gould
Stephen Jay Gould’s classic book about the Burgess Shale explores how chance and contingency shaped the history of life, featuring bizarre Cambrian creatures.

Chalicotheres-Gorilla Horses
Chalicotheres were odd herbivorous mammals with long forelimbs and claws, resembling a mix of horse and gorilla. They browsed on trees during the Miocene.

Ray’s Ratfish Hydrolagus trolli
Ray Troll was honored with a ratfish named after him, Hydrolagus trolli. This quirky creature combines scientific discovery with a nod to paleoart.

Ratfish Expert Dominique Didier Paleo Nerds Episode
Dominique Didier is a scientist who studies ratfishes, strange relatives of sharks. This Paleo Nerds episode dives deep into their biology and evolution.

The Creator Has an Inordinate Fondness for Beetles
This famous quote attributed to J.B.S. Haldane highlights the incredible diversity of beetles. The page explores the origins and meaning of the saying.

Kelly Benoit Bird Paleo Nerd Episode
Marine scientist Kelly Benoit Bird appeared on Paleo Nerds to talk about ocean ecosystems, sonar, and how life in the sea adapts and thrives.

Barbourofelis- Saber Toothed Extinct big cat
Barbourofelis was a saber-toothed predator with reinforced jaws and sockets to protect its massive canines. It roamed North America during the Miocene.

Nimravids
Nimravids, sometimes called false saber-toothed cats, were carnivorous mammals that evolved saber-like teeth long before true cats did.

Paper on Saber Teeth and their puncture performance
This research paper examines how saber-toothed predators used their elongated canines. It analyzes puncture performance and feeding mechanics.

The Tiger by John Valiant
John Vaillant’s book tells the true story of a man-eating Amur tiger in Russia’s Far East, blending natural history with thrilling narrative.

Australia’s Social Media Ban
This BBC article explains Australia’s new restrictions on social media platforms and the debate over freedom, regulation, and misinformation.

Regan Dunn Episode on Paleo Nerds
Paleobotanist Regan Dunn joined Paleo Nerds to talk about fossil plants, ancient ecosystems, and what leaves and pollen can tell us about climate change.

Music
River of Stone
A.P. Karpinsky by Russell Wodehouse
Flicker of Light by Whiskey Class