T-rex patreon club members receive their birthday shout-outs in the episode. And we'll learn if, and why, dinosaurs would have migrated. Is there any evidence they did? And what did the predators do when it happened? Support the show
Apr 12, 2026•58 min•Season 5Ep. 162
Ankylosaurs have always fascinated us. Join Dinosaur George as he teaches you about one of the members of that family. You'll also learn some interesting scientific words and phrases in this podcast. Support the show
Apr 05, 2026•57 min•Season 5Ep. 161
Mutadon is a fictional dinosaur from the Jurassic Park series. Although it is not a real dinosaur, DG talks about what it was. Support the show
Mar 10, 2026•56 min•Season 5Ep. 160
Kentrosaurus was a small member of the Stegosaur family. It may have been small, but it packed some pretty amazing weapons. Join us and learn more about this amazing herbivore! Support the show
Feb 19, 2026•53 min•Season 5Ep. 159
Monolophosaurus is known for the large crest that runs along the top of the skull. What was the function of this crest? You'll learn the answer to this, and many other questions, about this cool predator. Support the show
Jan 26, 2026•57 min•Season 5Ep. 158
The terror birds were a group of predatory birds that ruled their environments. But was Gastornis a true terror, or was it more of an herbivore? Join us on this episode and find out. Support the show
Jan 11, 2026•56 min•Season 5Ep. 157
When first described this huge member of the sauropod family was thought to be Brachiosaurus. But a later look showed that it was a different dinosaur. Named Giraffatitan, this massive dinosaur was among the largest animals to ever roam Africa. Support the show
Jan 03, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 156
One of the best known herbivore dinosaurs is Psittacosaurus. From eggs, to embryos, to juveniles, to adults, paleontologists have found fossils from every age group. Support the show
Dec 28, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 155
Where did dinosaurs come from? This is an interesting subject, one that Dinosaur George needed to bring in an expert, his assistant Noah. This is a great podcast filled with lots of paleo-information!!! Support the show
Dec 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 154
A member of the hadrosaur family, this interesting dinosaur had a unique crest on its head. Join Dinosaur George as he explains the feature of this herbivore. Support the show
Dec 14, 2025•55 min•Season 5Ep. 153
Torvosaurus was a large theropod that roamed much of North America and Europe. Could this dinosaur have been larger than Tyrannosaurus rex? Listen to the podcast and find out. Support the show
Dec 07, 2025•55 min•Season 5Ep. 152
It was the largest known predatory mammal, capable of eating elephants. Join DG and learn more about the Greatest Beast! Support the show
Nov 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 151
We've all heard about the extinction of the dinosaurs, but has anyone really explained how we scientists think it happened? Dinosaur George will try to explain what extinction is, how it occurs, and what may have occurred when the asteroid struck the earth. Support the show
Nov 10, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 150
Nanotyrannus has been the subject of debate for over a decade. Some paleontologists thought it was a juvenile Tyrannosaurus while others, like Dinosaur George, said it was its own species. A new discovery has answered the questions and you'll hear details in this podcast. Support the show
Nov 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 149
Where did birds come from? Are they actual dinosaurs? Travel back with us as Dinosaur George and his assistant Noah discuss the origins of birds and how they are related to dinosaurs. Support the show
Oct 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 148
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Oct 05, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 147
Meet Spicomellus , the spiky-skinned ankylosaur often called the Porcupine Dinosaur! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, dinosaur expert and paleontology educator Dinosaur George introduces kids to one of the most bizarre and amazing armored dinosaurs ever discovered. Spicomellus is believed to be the earliest known ankylosaur — and it’s unlike anything scientists expected! With spikes growing directly from its bones, this prehistoric plant-eater looked like a walking fortress. ...
Sep 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 146
Meet the Kaprosuchus , also known as the “ Boar Crocodile ”! This amazing crocodile-like creature lived during the Late Cretaceous and had giant tusk-like teeth that made it one of the most unusual reptiles of its time. In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontologist educator Dinosaur George explains what made Kaprosuchus so fierce and fascinating. You’ll discover: How Kaprosuchus used its long teeth to hunt prey Where paleontologists have found its fossils Why it was nicknam...
Sep 04, 2025•57 min•Season 5Ep. 145
Meet Anzu , also called the “ Heavenly Eagle ” dinosaur! This fascinating oviraptorid is one of the most complete examples ever found in North America. In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontologist educator Dinosaur George explains what made Anzu unique and why its discovery excited scientists around the world. You’ll discover: What Anzu looked like and how it got its nickname Where its fossils were discovered How it fits into the family of oviraptorid dinosaurs 🎉 Patreon ...
Aug 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 144
Don’t let the name fool you — Diabloceratops wasn’t naughty, it was a fascinating horned dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, educator Dinosaur George explains what made this ceratopsian unique and why its discovery is so important to understanding the family of horned dinosaurs. You’ll discover: What Diabloceratops looked like and how it got its name How it compares to other horned dinosaurs like Triceratops Why this discovery helps fill in mis...
Aug 21, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 143
Meet the Ceratosaurus , a blade-nosed predator from the Late Jurassic! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontologist educator Dinosaur George explains what made this carnivore so unusual — from its horned skull and four-fingered hands to its long, flexible tail. You’ll discover: How Ceratosaurus hunted and defended itself Where its fossils have been found What made it different from other Jurassic predators like Allosaurus 🎉 Patreon Bonus : All birthday shout-outs and “Who...
Aug 16, 2025•58 min•Season 5Ep. 142
In this fun and educational episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontology educator Dinosaur George teaches kids all about fossil hunting and what it takes to become a real fossil collector . From where to dig for fossils to the tools you’ll need, this episode is packed with science fun for young dinosaur lovers and future paleontologists! 🦖 A perfect episode for kids who love dinosaurs, science, and natural history adventures! You’ll discover: How real paleontologists find and excav...
Aug 10, 2025•53 min•Season 5Ep. 141
Say hello to Nigersaurus , a one-of-a-kind sauropod dinosaur with a face like a vacuum and a mouth like a lawnmower! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, dinosaur educator Dinosaur George shares fun science facts about this unusual long-necked dinosaur from the Sahara Desert. With more than 500 tiny teeth and a jaw wider than its skull, Nigersaurus was built for munching plants all day long. It’s one of the weirdest plant-eating dinosaurs ever discovered! 🦖 A fun and educational...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 140
They call it the Terminator Pig, but was Daeodon really a pig? In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontology educator Dinosaur George introduces kids to this strange and powerful prehistoric mammal predator that ruled North America millions of years ago. With its giant skull, long legs, and razor-sharp teeth, Daeodon was a top predator that looked part pig, part nightmare — and it wasn’t even a dinosaur! This episode is perfect for curious kids who love prehistoric creatures ...
Jul 05, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 139
Before the dinosaurs ruled the Earth, terrifying reptiles stalked the planet — and Inostrancevia was one of the scariest! Known as the Medusa Monster , this prehistoric predator lived during the Permian Period , long before T. rex ever appeared. In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast , dinosaur educator Dinosaur George explores one of the largest and most dangerous members of the Gorgonopsid family — a saber-toothed reptile that dominated prehistoric ecosystems with powerful jaws an...
Jun 21, 2025•57 min•Season 5Ep. 138
With a head shaped like a boomerang, this strange amphibian from the Permian Period has puzzled paleontologists for years! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, dinosaur educator Dinosaur George introduces young listeners to Diplocaulus — one of the weirdest prehistoric creatures to ever swim in ancient waters. Its flat, crescent-shaped skull and sharp teeth gave it a truly unique look… but what was it used for? Was it for defense? Speed? Camouflage? Tune in and find out! 🦖 A fun...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 137
What exactly makes a dinosaur… a dinosaur ? In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontology educator Dinosaur George and his assistant Noah explain the basics of dinosaur science in a way that’s easy for kids to understand. From how dinosaurs are different from other reptiles to where they came from and how scientists group them into families, this episode is the perfect intro to paleontology for young learners and dino fans! 🦖 A great educational episode for kids, parents, te...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 136
Meet Dunkleosteus , the armored fish with jaws so strong it could snap through anything in its path! In this episode of the Dinosaur George Kids Podcast, paleontology educator Dinosaur George dives deep into the world of this prehistoric ocean predator that ruled the seas long before the dinosaurs. Known as the “ King of the Ocean ,” Dunkleosteus was a massive armored fish with a bite force that could crush bones, shells, and even other predators. It’s one of the most terrifying sea creatures of...
Jun 10, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 135
Mimni was an amazing little armored dinosaur. It was one of the earliest members of the Ankylosaurus family of herbivores. Join Dinosaur George as he describes this cool little dino! And T-rex members of our patreon club who had a birthday in May get their shoutouts! Support the show
Jun 08, 2025•59 min•Season 4Ep. 134
It was the worlds largest bear and the subject of this podcast. Join Dinosaur George as he teaches you about this impressive bully! Support the show
Jun 05, 2025•56 min•Season 4Ep. 133