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SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 34: M-m-m-my Pogona!We dive into one of the most popular pet reptiles in the trade: Pogona vitticeps, the bearded dragon—its relatives, origins in the trade, and popularity.
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Episode Citations
ExoTerra website on Pogona vitticeps, including discussion of their origins in the trade
Episode shout-outs:
Bill Strand – Chameleon Academy Podcast
Follow the s...2025-07-081h 29
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 33: Chameleon Day Bonanza!What is this‽ Two episodes in one week‽ That’s right! It’s May 9th, International Chameleon Day! In this episode, we give a deep dive into chameleon diversity, ecology, and evolution, and chameleon analogues across the world!
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SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 32: It was only a (cloacal) kiss, how did it end up like this?Hiral is a Doctor of Science now, Mark is about to become an Associate Professor, and the art world continues to be mad and heavily affected by changes to the social media landscape! In this episode, we talk about art and scientific illustration, hemipenes, ectothermy, snake and salamander courtship and reproduction, and what you can do to help your local amphibians.
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Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your podcast provider; for full notes and references, go to...2025-05-071h 16
Just the Zoo of Us286: A Review of the Animal Kingdom in Miniature w/ Dr. Mark D. Scherz!Join Ellen & special guest, evolutionary biologist and herpetologist Dr. Mark D. Scherz, for a look through the magnifying glass at miniaturized animals. Our guest studies species who have shrunk down to incredibly small sizes, like frogs and chameleons who could gather on the tip of your finger, and he has some fascinating insights into why and how animals get so darn itty bitty and what could be stopping them from getting any itty bittier. We discuss silliness in scientific names, assuming a spherical frog in a vacuum, chameleons called B. nana, whether jawbones spark joy, how many brain cells...2025-05-011h 22
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 31: I do it for the gillsHappy World Frog Day! In this episode we answer a couple questions from listeners: why are there no neotenic frogs, and what books we recommend for people interested in herpetology (fair warning: it’s a lot!)
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Episode Shout-outs
Earyn McGee — Bluesky (and also Goliath)
Books we mention in the episode:
Pough, F.H...2025-03-201h 08
Books I Make My Husband ReadS2E1 - Iron Flame by Rebecca YarrosSeason Two kicks off with a fiery deep-dive into Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros! In this episode, Kristy and Jon tackle everything from Violet’s frustrating decisions to dragon conspiracies, lost history, and that jaw-dropping ending—plus, wild theories about her second signet. Tune in for laughs, debates, and a sneak-peek at the rest of the books coming up this season! 🔥📖LinksOfficial author website: https://rebeccayarros.com/ Rebecca Yarros on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7539785.Rebecca_Yarros Iron Flame on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/90202302-iron-flame—BIM...2025-02-1150 min
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 30: Nolite te serpentes biteyouonyourbumIn this episode we talk about how many people are getting bitten by venomous snakes in South Africa, and how reporting encounters like this can help to reduce morbidity and mortality from snakebite: all the topic of a new paper by co-host Hiral Naik!
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Seneci, L., Hall, A.S., Glaw, F. & Scherz, M...2025-02-101h 30SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 29: Frog TrekIn this episode we drop some HOT OFF THE PRESS news about seven new species of frogs from Madagascar that Mark has been involved in describing that are named after seven Star Trek captains. We also cover some exciting recent research on Gymmie phylogeography and diving anoles! Plus, Hiral is submitting her PhD thesis! Wow!
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Check out...2024-10-151h 25SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 28: All day and all of the night (feat. Herpetological Highlights!)An unexpected crossover is afoot! Hiral and Mark met up with Dr Tom Major and Benjamin M. Marshall of the Herpetological Hightlights Podcast while they were at the 10th World Congress of Herpetology in Kuching, Malaysia. We sat down together and talked about the amazing conference, podcasts, and the herpetological community at large. We had such a great time!
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Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your podcast provider; for full notes and references, go to squamatespod.com.2024-09-1141 min
Herpetological Highlights205 SquaMates Podcast CrossoverAt the World Congress of Herpetology in Borneo we had the pleasure of meeting Mark and Hiral from the SquaMates Podcast, and took the opportunity to record an episode together. You can watch the video on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ptXlOtEzivs
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...2024-09-1144 minSquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 27: I’m only hoppy when it rainsIn this episode we talk about everyone’s favourite frogs, rain frogs of the family Brevicipitidae! We go over their diversity, ecology, and anatomy, as well as their fun adhesive properties!
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Glued amplexus as exhibited by Breviceps spp. Illustration by Ethan Kocak.
Exciting updates
Check out Ethan’s new book, The Unfamiliars!
Hi...2024-08-191h 15SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 26: Let’s talk about snakes, babyIn this episode we gently debate subspecies, and then dive into several snake papers, from their anomalously extensive and rapid diversification, to a recent taxonomic change. Regrettably the audio on this episode was affected by a technical error, so it is far less than our usual quality (Ethan and Hiral are a little quiet, sorry!). Hopefully it doesn’t affect the listening experience too badly!
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Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your podcast provider; for full notes an...2024-07-291h 46SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 25: Micrurus brings all the boys to the yardIn this episode we talk about a really cool predation observation, the importance of publishing behavioural or observational notes, and some follow-up on the anaconda mess from Episode 24.
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Episode Citations
Bringsøe, H. & Dreyer, N.P. (2024) Kleptoparasitism in Micrurus mipartitus (Squamata, Elapidae) competing for the same Caecilia sp. (Gymnophiona, Caeciliidae) in western Colombia. Herpetozoa, 37:77–84. DOI: 10.3897/her...2024-05-091h 15SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 24: Green Anaconda don’t want noneIn this episode we talk about the breaking news that caecilians produce milk‽, and get into some recent taxonomic works on anacondas and eyelash palm-pitvipers. Content warning: this episode contains several Hot Takes.
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Episode Citations
Wake, M.H. (2024) Amphibian hatchlings find mother’s milk. Science, 383(6687):1060–1061. DOI: 10.1126/science.ado2094
Mailho-Fontana, P.L., Antoniazzi, M.M., Coelho, G.R., Pimenta, D.C., Fernandes, L.P., Kupfer, A., Brodie, E.D...2024-04-181h 22
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 22: Neil Caiman and CrewThe Mates are back after two and a half years of hiatus! They talk about all that’s happened in the intervening time, and where we are going from here!
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Get yourself a copy of Ethan’s book, Moistly Harmless!
Hiral is featured in this phenomenal book on Women in Herpetology! Go check out the Global Women in Herpetology project, over at https://www...2024-02-121h 43
Holdback Rack PodcastPlacenta Wars - Squamates complex relationship with viviparity. Blackburn DG, Flemming AF. Invasive implantation and intimate placental associations in a placentotrophic African lizard, Trachylepis ivensi (scincidae). J Morphol. 2012 Feb;273(2):137-59. doi: 10.1002/jmor.11011. Epub 2011 Sep 28. PMID: 21956253.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21956253/Bassi EA, de Oliveira C, Braz HB, de Almeida-Santos SM. How Does Oocyte Uptake Occur? A Macroscopic Study of the Ovarian and Oviductal Modifications for Egg Capture in the Coral-Snake Micrurus corallinus. Anat Rec (Hoboken). 2018 Nov;301(11):1936-1943. doi: 10.1002/ar.23904. Epub 2018 Oct 5. PMID: 30289202.https://anatomypubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/ar.23904Gascho D, Hetzel U, Schmid N...2023-03-171h 36
Palaeo After DarkPodcast 252 - It's A Live (Birth) The gang discusses two papers that look at live birth in squamates. The first paper is fossil evidence of live birth in an ancient snake species, and the second paper looks at the evolutionary pressures that might drive some lizards towards live birth. Meanwhile, James has advice for reptiles, Curt celebrates a belated “spooky season”, Amanda continues to have extreme face blindness, and we are all haunted by a corrupted PDF. Up-Goer Five (Curt Edition): Our friends talk about animals that have cold blood but also have babies inside of them. The first paper...2023-01-291h 08
New Species20 New Species of Frogs with Mark ScherzThe frogs are back! In a year of episodes rich in amphibians, New Species rounds out 2022 with Dr. Mark Scherz and his paper describing 20 new species of frogs from Madagascar. This paper has everything! Barcode fishing, large-scale scientific collaboration, and plenty of fascinating frog facts. The real question I should have asked Mark is how he became an expert in Brygoomantis calls - as you’ll hear in this episode, he’s very accomplished.
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Mark Scherz’s paper...2022-12-2728 min
Sollapadatha Kathaigal - Hello VikatanSnakes! Untold stories | Hello VikatanSnakes are elongated, legless, carnivorous reptiles of the suborder Serpentes. Like all other squamates, snakes are ectothermic, amniote vertebrates covered in overlapping scales. Here are the interesting facts about the snakes which you never know.Podcast channel manager- பிரபு வெங்கட் 2022-10-1804 min
Herpetological Highlights127 Frog Calls in a Concrete JungleAnimals have to adapt to all sorts of changes, but urbanisation is perhaps one of the most drastic. Urban noise can majorly interfere with communication, so how do frogs overcome the noise and busyness of the big city?
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Main Paper References:
Halfwerk W, Blaas M, Kramer L, Hijner N, Trillo PA, Bernal XE, Page RA, Goutte S, Ryan MJ, Ellers J. 2018. Adaptive changes in sexual signalling in response to urbanization. Nature...2022-09-1327 min
CheloniaCastHow do Reptiles Know Where They are Going?
On Episode 18 of CheloniaCast Jason, Michael, Jack, and Ken sit down with Dr. Kraig Adler, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior at Cornell University and co-founder of the Society for the Study of Amphibians and Reptiles, for a discussion about how reptiles sense the world around them. The discussion focuses on chelonians, but covers squamates as well. Topics discussed include how turtles orient to water and in the open ocean, how polarized light can be used as a directional vector in reptilian navigation, the contributions of early herpetologists, and stories from past Joint Meeting of Ichthyologists and...2022-08-021h 40
Two Girls One Ship: Reviewing Video Game RomancesTwo Veterans One Girl: Interview with Pipeman StudiosIn this episode, we interviewed fellow Mass Effect nerd, musician, and Marine Corps veteran, Pipeman from Pipeman Studios! Listen now to hear about how video games can help heal those of us missing our squamates, our mutual love of Bioware games, and turians in silky shorts. Please like, subscribe, and leave a review!Watch live on Fridays at 10:30pm ET: https://www.twitch.tv/twogirlsoneshipFollow us on all the socials https://linktr.ee/twogirlsoneshipAdvertise with us & business inquiries: twogirlsoneship@gmail.comTheme song: Take It Back by Miracle Of...2022-01-2357 min
Lagrange PointEpisode 454 - Evolution‘s strange journeys in crabs, snakes and lizardsWhy does nature continually evolve crabs? What is so good about crabs that nature just cannot stop inventing it? How can you trap a crab inside amber? What can a fossilized crab, capture din amber tell us about the complex history of crabs? Just when did crabs invade land and how did they get stuck in tree sap? How do you preserve fossil as delicate as a crab? How did lizards and snakes develop their complex teeth? Mammals weren't the only ones to evolve complex teeth with cusps. Evolution isn't necessarily a one way progression, sometimes complexity can be r...2021-10-2515 min
Idiot PlotEpisode 25: Our Favorite podcast on the CitadelOn Todays Episode: we are discussing the Mass Effect Trilogy. We'll be talking about everything from favorite squamates, Choices we made and to how the ending is the worst ending you'll ever witness.Follow us onFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Idiot-Plot-106711198140341LetterboxDavid: https://letterboxd.com/dahaveed/Alex: https://letterboxd.com/aovadal/Justin: https://letterboxd.com/JNeitzel87/Intro Music: Retro by Wayne jones Music provided by chillpeach: https://youtu.be/zT50dvlYUBQOutro Music: "Music: Funny Quirky...2021-08-091h 45SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 21: Bachia to the FutureThe Mates get into the evolution of Ambystoma, whether or not to use subspecies, and the fantastically diverse and oft maligned gymnophthalmids (gymmies!).
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Episode Citations
Boccia, C.K., Swierk, L., Ayala-Varela, F.P., Boccia, J., Borges, I.L., Estupiñán, C.A., Martin, A.M., Martínez-Grimaldo, R.E., Ovalle, S., Senthivasan, S., Toyama, K.S., del Rosario Castañeda, M., García, A., Glor, R.E...2021-06-071h 37SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 20: Lerista Explains It AllThe Mates are joined this month by Hiral Naik, a snake ecologist from South Africa! We talk turtles, skinks, crocodiles, neocolonialism in science, and Lamprophiidae!
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Episode Citations
Thomson, R.C., Spinks, P.Q. & Shaffer, H.B. (2021) A global phylogeny of turtles reveals a burst of climate-associated diversification on continental margins. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 118(7):e2012215118. DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2012215118
Chapple, D.G...2021-05-122h 35
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 19: Nobody Expects the Lacey ImpositionAfter a corona-induced hiatus, the Mates are back with a looser format and some deep dives on tiny chameleons, glowing geckos, and the much debated Lacey act!
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Works in Froggress
National Geographic Article featuring Gabriel’s illustrations
Get ready for the superstars of the story of life
The first three books in @Ben_garrod‘s #Extinct series are out on 13th May...2021-04-122h 04
New SpeciesEpisode 1: New Species-- or new genus? Tiny frogs from Southeast Asia!Our guest for this episode, Dr. Mark Scherz, is one of the authors of a recent paper about a new genus (!!) of tiny frogs, Nanohyla, from Southeast Asia, the "pygmy narrow-mouthed frogs." We learn about these amazing frogs that are 10 - 15 millimeters (about a half inch) long, get to listen to the call of a possibly new species of frog, and talk with Dr. Scherz about how to decide that a new genus is needed for this group of frogs. Additionally, Dr. Scherz discusses why it's important for people to know about these frogs, and some possible applications of th...2021-01-2034 min
Creature FeatureSnakes on a Pod!Today on the show, we’re talking about those tubular dudes, those little wiggle pipes, those cylindrical squamates, SNAAAAAKES! From the goofiest, to the cutest, to the most dazzling snakes, we’re going to find out how truly odd snakes can be with our guest, Maggie Mae Fish!Footnotes: Arabian sand boa! Madagascar leaf-nosed snake Male and female leaf-nosed snakes Tentacled snake Elephant trunk snake Hognose snake Blunthead tree snake Big-eye green whip snake Sunbeam snakes Brazilian Rainbow boa Formosan odd-scaled snake Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comS...2020-12-091h 04
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 18: Amici manere domi!Here’s episode 18, a Works in Froggress episode, featuring the Mates, Dr Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talking about what’s going on in their new lives stuck inside—Ethan’s setting off on a freelancing lifestyle, Gabriel has been tweaking the same illustration forever, and Mark is working on FIIIIIIIIIISH! The Mates then dive into a discussion about Uroplatus geckos!
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A note: this episode w...2020-06-201h 42
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 17: Malayopython and the Glowing TailWe’re back with Episode 17! In this Breaking Newts episode, the Mates, Dr Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talk about the coolest new research in herpetology and Gabriel’s extremely squeaky chair! Featuring a few controversial new bits of science, some amazing turtles, diverse salamanders, and glowing, bony amphibians!
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A note: this episode was recorded on the 24th of April 2020, a time when most of humanity seemed unit...2020-06-011h 43SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 16: Sex-bias in herpetologyEpisode 16 is here, in this episode we—Dr Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak—feature an interview with Professor Emily Taylor of Cal Poly, and two of her students, Isabelle Barnes and Katie Rock, talking about their amazing dataset about sex biases in publishing in herpetology, recorded at the 9th World Congress of Herpetology in Dunedin, New Zealand.
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For more information about the dataset we talk about, check out P...2020-04-1241 min
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 15: And now for something completely differentWe’re back with Episode 15! In this Works in Froggress and Discussion episode, the Mates, Dr Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talk about what they’ve been up to since October 2019, and discuss the event of the year, the 9th World Congress of Herpetology in Dunedin, New Zealand.
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Episode Citations
Ratsoavina, F.M., Scherz, M.D., Tolley, K.A., Raselimanana, A.P., Glaw, F. & Vences, M...2020-03-081h 13
Vikatan News update | Tamil NewsSnakes-How do they Survive? #SurvivalStory 08 #KnowWhat 13Snakes are elongated, legless, carnivorous reptiles of the suborder Serpentes. Like all other squamates, snakes are ectothermic, amniote vertebrates covered in overlapping scales. Here are the interesting facts about the snakes which you never know.2020-03-0604 min
Vikatan News update | Tamil NewsSnakes-How do they Survive? #SurvivalStory 08 #KnowWhat 13Snakes are elongated, legless, carnivorous reptiles of the suborder Serpentes. Like all other squamates, snakes are ectothermic, amniote vertebrates covered in overlapping scales. Here are the interesting facts about the snakes which you never know.2020-03-0604 min
SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 14: And Another Thing…Dr Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak are back for a new start in 2020 and a small change to our episode format! In this Breaking Newts episode, we highlight important herpetological papers published since October 2019!
Episode Citations
Post, Y., Puschhof, J., Beumer, J., Kerkkamp, H.M., de Bakker, M.A.G., Slagboom, J., de Barbanson, B., Wevers, N.R., Spijkers, X.M., Olivier, T., Kazandjian, T.D., Ainsworth, S., Iglesias, C.L., van de Wetering, W.J., Heinz, M.C., van Ineveld, R.L., van Kleef, R.G.D.M., Begthel, H., Korving...2020-02-2057 minSquaMatesSquamates Ep. 13: Mostly HumbugsWe are the worst, but at least we have an Episode 13, unlike a certain podcast we know. In this long-delayed episode, it’s just two of your normal co-hosts, Dr Mark D. Scherz and Gabriel Ugueto, in a more laid-back, chatty format than the usual!
In this thirteenth episode, the structure of the show is a bit different, but we do talk about biogeography and conservation of some geckos and frogs from Madagascar, how exciting we find turtles, and some really cool new science.
Works in Frogress
Mohan, A.V., Gehring, P.-S., Sch...2019-11-151h 27SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 12: So Long, and Tanks for all our FrogsHere it is, Episode 12! In this episode, the Mates, Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, have some hot takes on wasp taxonomy (wtf?) and lizard functional groups!
In this twelfth episode, we talk sailing frogs, how fast you have to walk to find the most snakes, lizard skulls, and flying geckos, and have a somewhat impassioned discussion of wasp taxonomy and a reductionist approach to lizard functional grouping! Our #HERper is Dr. Meg Stewart, and our main discussion is about squamate cognition!
Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your...2019-08-082h 06SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 11: Life, the Sphaerodactylidae, and EverythingWe’re back for our belated anniversary episode, episode 11! In this episode, the Mates, Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talk about the hottest new research in herpetology since April 2019!
In this eleventh episode, we talk about salamander feet, burrowing lizard eyes, and the incredible gecko family Sphaerodactylidae.
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Works in Froggress
Mark’s three new papers:
Scherz, M.D., Köhler, J., Vences...2019-07-092h 06SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 10: The Rhacodactylus at the End of the UniverseBelated and disorganised, but it is finally here! Episode ten, with the Mates, Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talking about the hottest new research in herpetology since March 2019!
In this tenth episode, we talk about glowing frogs, diving snakes, twitter’s greatest HERpetologists, and New Caledonian geckos!
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Works in Frogress:
Mark’s new paper on Mini mum, Mini scule, and Mini ature came out!2019-05-091h 59SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 9: The Herpetologist’s Guide to the GalaxyWhat? Another episode? So soon after the last? yes indeed! Episode nine is here, with the Mates, Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, talking about the hottest new research in herpetology since December 2018!
In this ninth episode, we talk about Eleutherodactylus, yellow anacondas, painting with snake pee, and blind snakes in a great deal of detail! Our featured #HERper is Joan Beauchamp Procter, a visionary woman of the early 20th century!
Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your podcast provider; for full (extensive) notes (and references), go to http://w...2019-03-252h 18SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 8: The Last AnoleAfter a work-frenzied hiatus, the SquaMates are back with an eighth episode! And it’s a special episode devoted to discussing the recent Anolis Newsletter! The show is hosted by Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, and we are joined by a special guest host, Dr. James T. Stroud!
In this eighth episode, we fail to talk about anything but the newsletter, but it is packed with fun anecdotes and amazing observations—there should be enough entertainment for everyone!
Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your podcast provider; for full...2019-03-152h 00SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 7: The Frog AwakensThe seventh episode of the SquaMates podcast—more amazing news, including five new herp genomes and a new siren, and a discussion that focusses on taxonomy! The show is hosted by Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak.
In this seventh episode, we talk about a selection of new and newsworthy papers, including a new siren, five new reptile genomes (Lonesome George and the high-quality tegu genome!), and lizards in the Andes. Our main discussion is all about taxonomy, which we have a lot of strong opinions about. Our #HERper is the amazing Dr. Helen Beulah Tho...2018-12-222h 21SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 6: Return of the ‘Anoli’The sixth episode of the SquaMates podcast—featuring some amazing new stories, including new iguanas and crocodiles, high-elevation herps, and some spectacular sea serpents! The show is hosted by Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak.
In this sixth episode, we talk about the many newsworthy papers published in the last month, from complex genomic modelling to some really amazing new species, including one crocodile that is new, and one that is not! Our main discussion is about sea snakes, their diversity and specialisations. Our #HERper is Grace Olive Wiley, a controversial but amazing herper of hi...2018-11-222h 46SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 5: The Pythons Strike BackThe fifth episode of the SquaMates podcast—with cool new papers, and a special surprise. The show is hosted by Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak, and this week we’re joined by guest host, #HERper Helen Plylar!
In this fifth episode, we talk about amphibian genome size evolution, the speciation of dusky salamanders (Desmognathus), and the Great Anolis Debate. We talk with Helen about her experience as a #HERper, and our main topic of discussion is her research on heat ‘vision’ in snakes.
Episode notes sometimes get clipped on your device or by your...2018-10-222h 21SquaMatesSquaMates Ep. 4: A Newt HopeThe fourth episode of the SquaMates podcast! You wanted more snake genomes? You got them! You wanted more controversy? Double dose! This show is rife with bad puns and brilliant science, hosted by Mark D. Scherz, Gabriel Ugueto, and Ethan Kocak!
In this fourth episode, we revisit the Toxicofera, whinge about how busy we all are, mourn the loss of priceless collections, and bring you some hot new science from the last month! These breaking newts include some new snake genomes, some shockingly complicated methods, and a strong message of STAHP SENDING SALAMANDERS OVERSEAS! Our main discussion...2018-09-222h 07
Palaeo After DarkPodcast 143 - Squamate TalkWell, it has finally come to this. After almost 150 episodes under our belts, we've finally produced a podcast where almost no one read any of the papers. This episode was supposed to be about squamate (lizards and snakes) evolution. In particular, we were supposed to look at two papers that tried to determine when squamates must have first diversified. And... we kind of accomplish that. Meanwhile, James shares his weak points, Amanda demonstrates a super power, and Curt laments falling asleep on the couch being the only person to read these papers. We swear the next one will be b...2018-08-1953 min
Tetrapod Zoology Podcast - Tetrapod ZoologyEpisode 68: Yes it FartsWe have a new enemy, the SquaMates Podcast. News from Darren and John: John's new superhero/Pokemon crossover fanart, BTCon2018, the Eotyrannus monograph, TetZooCon. News from World of News includes, Loch Ness eDNA, Foro is a touraco, Summerside, Kram, and Ahmed human gait study, leading to a discussion of variation within humans.2018-07-1100 min
PalaeocastSquamate OriginsSquamates are a group of reptiles that include lizards and snakes, with the earliest fossils occurring in the Jurassic, despite molecular studies dating the group back to the Triassic. The study of their origins has been contentious because of this gap, and the lack of fossils during this time period. However, a new look at a previously-known fossil has changed our view of squamate origins, and discussing this animal and what it means about reptile relationships and squamates is Dr. Tiago Simões of the University of Alberta. This episode is based on a new paper published i...2018-05-3049 min
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Literature, Essays & AnthologiesBaker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot by Michael VentrellaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/334722to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Baker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot
Series: #2 of Alternate Sherlock Holmes Project
Author: Michael Ventrella
Narrator: Jamie Jackson, Korey Jackson, Jonathan Todd Ross, Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 8 minutes
Release date: May 18, 2018
Genres: Essays & Anthologies
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Sherlock Holmes is one of the most iconic and lasting figures in literature. His feats of detection are legendary, and he continues to capture audiences today in stories, movies, and on TV. In this new edition of Baker Street Irregulars, authors present the iconic detective in over a dozen w...2018-05-1810h 08
Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseBaker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot by Michael VentrellaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/334722 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Baker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot Series: #2 of Alternate Sherlock Holmes Project Author: Michael Ventrella Narrator: Jamie Jackson, Korey Jackson, Jonathan Todd Ross, Karen Chilton Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 8 minutes Release date: May 18, 2018 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Sherlock Holmes is one of the most iconic and lasting figures in literature. His feats of detection are legendary, and he continues to capture audiences today in stories, movies, and on TV. In this new edition of Baker Street Irregulars, authors present the iconic detective in over a dozen w...2018-05-1803 minListen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseBaker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot by Michael VentrellaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/334722to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Baker Street Irregulars 2: The Game is Afoot
Series: #2 of Alternate Sherlock Holmes Project
Author: Michael Ventrella
Narrator: Jamie Jackson, Korey Jackson, Jonathan Todd Ross, Karen Chilton
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 8 minutes
Release date: May 18, 2018
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
Sherlock Holmes is one of the most iconic and lasting figures in literature. His feats of detection are legendary, and he continues to capture audiences today in stories, movies, and on TV. In this new edition of Baker Street Irregulars, authors present the iconic detective in over a dozen wildly e...2018-05-1810h 08
PalaeocastEpisode 8: Mesozoic Vertebrate EcologyThe Mesozoic Era saw the spectacular rise and fall of many groups, particularly in terrestrial vertebrates. These include birds, squamates, crocodiles, and pterosaurs, who wove a complex tapestry of evolution through the 185 million years of the Mesozoic, some even persisting until now. Dave Hone, now of Queen Mary in London, has extensively studied the ecology of many of these now-extinct organisms, especially theropod dinosaurs, to gain rare insights into how they would have lived millions of years ago. You can keep track of his research by following his blogs at the Guardian and Archosaur Musings webpages.2012-12-1556 min