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HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast

Houston Museum of Natural Science

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.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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29:51

Minerals & Geology with Alex Ruff

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2026/01/05

Scientists can be found everywhere in the museum. Alex Ruff may seem like a mild-mannered Building Manger here at the Houston Museum of Natural Science, but he is actually an expert in minerals and geology...with the credentials to boot. Enjoy this deeply fascinating conversation about our exquisite minerals, geology in general, and even a bit more about our illustrious Alma Queen! I guess you could say this conversation...rocks.Show notes:Yes, Manganese Carbonate is the mineral of which

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37:56

Terracotta Warriors

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/11/01

They march once more, this time to Houston 📍Explore World of the Terracotta Warriors, opening November 14.See ancient China’s unification under Qin Shi Huang brought to life through rare artifacts and stunning craftsmanship.World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century is jointly organized by the Shaanxi Provincial Cultural Heritage Administration, Shaanxi Cultural Heritage Promotion Center, and Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum Site Museum of the

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54:20

The Science & History of Bourbon

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/09/15

Even if you do not drink it, the science and history behind bourbon is infused with notes of wonder, curiosity, and fascination. Bourbon expert Randy Bruner helps us to get acquainted with its enchanting history, as well as tips for those interested in developing their own taste for this historical spirit.More info and upcoming tasting events: https://sugarland.hmns.org/

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48:15

Ever Wondered How Asteroids Get Their Names?

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Have you ever noticed asteroid names and wondered how they came to be? Let's go to the HMNS George Observatory in Brazos Bend State Park and talk to astronomer Tracy Knauss to learn all about it...and much more!George Observatoryhttps://george.hmns.org/More about our 36 inch scopehttps://youtu.be/hz2-GgX9omg?si=Y5-Xbp6qORNLA8TkGeorge VLOGhttps://youtu.be/e9pXhaA0q8A?si=elZTB-o9GgLIQBM1Tracy's Asteroidhttps://fbac.org/2025/08/21/tracy-knauss-asteroid/Timestamps0:00 Intro0:54 Tracy's Asteroid4:09 What

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15:42

Is the Dire Wolf REALLY "Back from Extinction"?

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/08/01

There's a lot of hype around the "de-extinction" of the Dire Wolf that has been extinct for thousands of years. So, have we really brought extinct animals back to life? What is really going on?Email: Podcasts@HMNS.orgColossals's website: https://colossal.com/

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79:24

Let's call this a kind of...Mummification "Orientation"

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/07/01

Kat Havens joins the podcast in our beautiful Hall of Ancient Egypt to discuss the, well, gutwrenching process of mummification!Website: https://www.hmns.org/eMail: Podcasts@HMNS.orgThe smell of a mummy: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/mummies-from-ancient-egypt-smell-surprisingly-nice-scientists-say/

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58:30

Fennec Foxes & How We Care for Our Animals

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/06/02

(00:00:00) Fennec Foxes & How We Care for Our Animals(00:22:08) In with the Foxes Our new exhibit "Extreme Animals Alive" showcases the superhero-like adaptations of some awesome animals. In this episode, we talk about Fennec Foxes specifically, and the blood, sweat, tears, and dedication that goes into caring for the animals in our museum.Website: https://www.hmns.org/Email: Podcasts@hmns.orgYouTube Version: https://youtu.be/Blm8WukRZHI0:00 Outside Exhibit22:10 Inside with the Foxes

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46:24

Two Big, Two Fail: The Life and Demise of Ice Age...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/05/01

Giant Ground Sloths and Giant Armadillos (Eremotherium and Glyptodon) were seemingly too big to fail...yet time comes for us all. So, how did these Ice Age (Pleistocene) get SO big, and why did they go extinct?Previous episode mentioned:Fossil Preperationhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5762aSEEWuQeUVqJGIo6NK?si=2f6420a3c6ab4d19Email: Podcasts@HMNS.org

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12:32

Quantum Computing: A Qubit Crash Course

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/04/02

While Ai is the current hype, even thinking about Quantum Computing can seem daunting, if not ominous...honestly. So here is a crash course in qubits to hopefully help ease us into an initial pursuit of understanding.Deeper dive into Quantum Computers: https://www.ibm.com/think/topics/quantum-computingEmail us! Podcasts@HMNS.orgAi Episode: https://youtu.be/uWWFlbDl6BE?si=mfnSB580vY7HzDZu

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34:07

Dinosaur Conspiracies & Misconceptions with James...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/03/01

Who is allowed to dig for fossils? What do you do with fossils that are found? Why don't I find fossils in my yard? Are fossils a hoax? Are fossils radioactive?James Washington and "Mental Curator" Johnny Hemberger discuss some interesting dinosaur conspiracies and clear up some common misconceptions about fossils, dinosaurs, and more in this latest episode of the "HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast."Podcasts@Hmns.org

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34:07

Killer Asteroids & Planetary Ponderings

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/02/28

HMNS Curator of Astronomy, Dr. Carolyn Sumners joins "Mental Curator" Johnny Hemberger to discuss the likelihood of asteroid 2024 YR4 impacting Earth in 2032, the upcoming lunar eclipse, the "planetary parade", our MA2 Mercury Capsule, and much more!Show Notes:1) Brumation definition: "a state or condition of sluggishness, inactivity, or torpor exhibited by reptiles (such as snakes or lizards) during winter or extended periods of low temperature."2) India has a population over 1.4 billion.3) M87

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7:08

Rhodochrosite and the "Alma Queen", The "best mineral...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/02/01

Rhodochrosite is one of the most breathtaking minerals on Earth, and among connoisseurs, the "Alma Queen" is the most heart-stopping example of ANY mineral specimen yet known to human kind. Let's learn more about rhodochrosite, and the history of the "Alma Queen" proudly displayed in our collection at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.Video Version: https://youtu.be/ATo93ojm-zYEmail: Podcasts@hmns.org

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32:15

Fossil Preparation, "From the Grave to the Cradle"

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2025/01/01

In this episode of the HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast, we discuss and show you how a fossil comes out of the actual dirt to be prepared and displayed in such a breathtaking manor.Video versionhttps://youtu.be/hm8wk950Exs0:00 Intro0:32 Fossil Gar Prep7:12 Skin & Feathers, Frigate Bird14:10 Fossil prep in the field19:28 Race against time25:36 Fossilization is rare

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14:40

How dinosaur diseases make them more real and relatable.

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/12/01

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 Centrosaurushttps://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanonc/article/PIIS1470-2045(20)30171-6/abstractVideo VersionRelated

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29:12

What can modern animals teach us about extinct...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/11/01

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.orghttps://www.hmns.org/podcast/Interesting article on Triceratops' feet https://www.heathercaprette.info/ac753_SP03/week_two_p1.html

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21:06

Scientific Dating - So, how 𝒅𝒐 scientists estimate...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/10/15

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.orghttps://www.hmns.org/podcast/

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11:04

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

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/10/01

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.orgHMNS Sugar Landhttps://sugarland.hmns.org/HMNS Hermann Parkhttps://www.hmns.org/

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20:03

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

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/09/03

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_xdEmail: Podcasts@hmns.org

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37:26

How this deadly cone snail (conus bandanus) nearly...

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/08/20

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

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31:02

Wyrex: The Deadly Mystery of the "Bobtail" T. Rex

HMNS Beyond Bones Podcast ·

2024/06/21

Hulking in our Morian Hall of Paleontology, Wyrex is one of the most unique Tyrannosaurs Rexes ever unearthed. His feet are more complete than any other specimen to date. He has the remnant of a third finger digit, something that's only been found once before. We even have pieces of his skin! But it's his tail — or rather, what's missing from it — that holds the greatest mystery.

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