The Common Descent Podcast

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  • Join David and Will as they explore the paleontologists’ perspective on various topics in life and earth history. Each episode features a main discussion on a topic requested by the listeners, presented as a lighthearted and educational conversation about fossils, evolution, deep time, and more. Before the main discussion, each episode also includes a news segment, covering recent research related to paleontology and evolution. Each episode ends with the answer to a question submitted by subscribers on Patreon. New episodes with new topics every fortnight!
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  • Episode 213 - Decomposers
    Mar 16 2025

    Leave a carcass or a log or a pile of poop out in the wild long enough and it will break down into its component parts. Decomposers are an often-overlooked but essential component of ecosystems past and present. This episode, we explore the varied processes of decomposition and how scientists study decomposers and use that information. We’ll also discuss the importance of decomposition to the fossil record, as well as how we can identify signs of decomposers from the distant past.

    In the news: temnospondyl extinction, hot crocs, foraging birds, narwhal tusks, and giant flying squirrels.

    Time markers: Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00 News: 00:06:55 Main discussion, Part 1: 00:44:45 Main discussion, Part 2: 01:28:05 Patron question: 02:12:30

    Check out our website for this episode’s blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/

    Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast

    Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/

    Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent

    The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org

    Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

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  • Leaf it to Us - Before We Leaf
    Mar 10 2025

    After you’ve listened to the Leaf it to Us pilot episode, enjoy this follow-up discussion where Nora, Aly, and David share their thoughts about that first episode and the upcoming season of the new podcast.

    You can contact us – and find more from Common Descent – here: https://linktr.ee/common_descent

    The Intro and Outro music is “Late Bloomer” by Devours. Find more from Devours at http://devours.bandcamp.com

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    30 m
  • Leaf it to Us - Pilot Episode
    Mar 10 2025

    Enjoy this special preview of the upcoming podcast Leaf it to Us, hosted by Nora Spurling and Dr. Aly Baumgartner. In this pilot episode, they discuss the fascinating phenomenon of sex-changing trees!

    The first season of Leaf it to Us is in the works, and we’re excited to hear your feedback for this pilot episode. Please reach out to us and let us know what you think!

    You can contact us and find more from Common Descent here: https://linktr.ee/common_descent

    The Intro and Outro music is “Late Bloomer” by Devours. Find more from Devours at http://devours.bandcamp.com

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    33 m

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Fun science!

Fun, educational, and just a little nerdy. I’ve listened to every single episode. David and Will and a level of excitement about paleontology that is infectious.

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informative and fun

indepth and up to date science presented in an interesting way. I love listening at work

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I love this

as someone learning about paleontology and other science I love this and makes it fun to learn and get into

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My current favorite podcast

This is a great podcast for those who want to learn more about evolution and current developments in the field.

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