Beyond Bones

Houston Museum of Natural Science
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Beyond Bones

A museum is only as special as the treasures it watches over. For the Houston Museum of Natural Science, that’s more than 2.5 million objects. Each of these amazing items -- from hulking dinosaur mummies to delicate butterfly wings and intricately carved seashells -- has a story. Join curators and experts as they share where these objects came from and what happens once they get to HMNS.   Got an object you’d like to learn more about? How about a science question you’ve been dying to ask? Let us know at podcasts@hmns.org.

  1. How dinosaur diseases make them more real and relatable.

    DEC 1

    How dinosaur diseases make them more real and relatable.

    Unfortunately, a lot of us have suffered through the agony of disease either in ourlselves, in those we care about, or in our beloved pets. Yet, in a meaningul way, it is this suffering that can make extinct creatures, like dinosaurs, become as real to us today as the air we breathe. Take our Gorgosaurus for example... Cancer in Centrosaurus https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanonc/article/PIIS1470-2045(20)30171-6/abstract Video Version Related Video https://youtu.be/cf67TsmXlNY?si=p_MWWvruS-_INF6L dinosaurdinosaursdisease

    15 min
  2. What can modern animals teach us about extinct dinosaurs?

    NOV 1

    What can modern animals teach us about extinct dinosaurs?

    Is it scientifically feasible to hypothesize about the behaviors and habits of extinct animals based on the behaviors of modern animals? I sit down with our Paleontology Lab Manager, Collin Diggins (and special guest) to discuss just that! Email us: Podcasts@hmns.org https://www.hmns.org/podcast/ Interesting article on Triceratops' feet https://www.heathercaprette.info/ac753_SP03/week_two_p1.html

    29 min
  3. Scientific Dating - So, how 𝒅𝒐 scientists estimate the age of, well, everything?

    OCT 15

    Scientific Dating - So, how 𝒅𝒐 scientists estimate the age of, well, everything?

    Thousands, millions, or even billions of years...scientists throw out some mind-boggling numbers when it comes to the ages of, well, everything. So, how exactly do they arrive at such seemingly difficult...dare I say "unbelievable"...estimates? Email: Podcasts@hmns.org https://www.hmns.org/podcast/

    21 min
  4. What are Plasma Balls/Globes and How do they work?

    OCT 1

    What are Plasma Balls/Globes and How do they work?

    Plasma Balls! We've all played with them. A lot of us have them somewhere in our home. But who invented them? When were they invented? And how do they work? Email: Podcasts@hmns.org HMNS Sugar Land https://sugarland.hmns.org/ HMNS Hermann Park https://www.hmns.org/

    11 min
  5. Digging for Dinosaur Fossils in the Breathtaking U.S. Badlands

    SEP 3

    Digging for Dinosaur Fossils in the Breathtaking U.S. Badlands

    Dinosaur fossil hunting in the wild west Badlands of Wyoming, USA. Come along as we bask in the enormity of an infinitely breathtaking landscape...and bring our nose down to the very dirt in the nursery of eons. From the triumph of discovery, to the poignance of humanity... come experience what is truly in our bones. https://www.hmns.org/ Enjoy the video version here https://youtu.be/IIsF0CCpVE8?si=ElqW1nyMBQs47_xd Email: Podcasts@hmns.org

    20 min
  6. How this deadly cone snail (conus bandanus) nearly killed our curator of Malacology, Tina Petway

    AUG 20

    How this deadly cone snail (conus bandanus) nearly killed our curator of Malacology, Tina Petway

    Conus bandanus is the exact species of cone snail that nearly killed Tina. Commonly referred to as the Banded Marble Cone. Here's Tina's near-death encounter with the deadly cone snail...and of course more fascinating marine biology convo! https://www.hmns.org/ Email us: Podcasts@hmns.org

    37 min
  7. Science Bite | Why are Stegosaurus' Tail Spikes ACTUALLY called the "Thagomizer"?

    JUL 29

    Science Bite | Why are Stegosaurus' Tail Spikes ACTUALLY called the "Thagomizer"?

    Yes, a Stegosaurus' tail spikes are actually called the "Thagomizer", and here's the actual who-what-when-where...and most importantly...WHY! :D https://www.hmns.org/ podcasts@hmns.org Also subscribe to our flagship podcsst, HMNS Beyond Bones, on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! Triceratops feather/quill video mentioned https://youtu.be/kEmnVd0KHx0

    9 min
  8. Conversation | First in Glass - The Spellbinding Joy of Glass Collecting

    JUL 12

    Conversation | First in Glass - The Spellbinding Joy of Glass Collecting

    Sit back, relax, and enjoy a conversation sure to shatter your expectations on glass collecting. Event Chair and Federation of Historical Bottle Collectors (FOHBC), Ferdinand Meyer V, joins host Johnny Hemberger in an absolutely spellbinding conversation about glass collecting and the American Antique Glass Masterpieces. On radiant display during FOHBC 2024, the Houston National Antique Bottle and Glass Expo takes place at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the neighboring Hotel ZaZa; an experience sure to be remembered for generations. The glittering events and exhibition take place from August 1st-4th, 2024. FOHBC.org https://www.fohbc.org/ Convention and Expo Information https://www.fohbc.org/2024/02/2024-houston-national-antique-bottle-glass-convention-expo/ Ferdinand Meyer V's Website, Peachridge Glass https://www.peachridgeglass.com/

    34 min
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About

A museum is only as special as the treasures it watches over. For the Houston Museum of Natural Science, that’s more than 2.5 million objects. Each of these amazing items -- from hulking dinosaur mummies to delicate butterfly wings and intricately carved seashells -- has a story. Join curators and experts as they share where these objects came from and what happens once they get to HMNS.   Got an object you’d like to learn more about? How about a science question you’ve been dying to ask? Let us know at podcasts@hmns.org.

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  • Creator
    Houston Museum of Natural Science
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Houston Museum of Natural Science
  • Show Website
    Beyond Bones

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