This week we're talking about the atlas moth, one of the largest moths in the world! Listen to find out why this moth is so big and why that's pretty rare these days. Beyond Blathers is hosted and produced by Olivia deBourcier and Sofia Osborne

Quetzalcoatlus

Jul 8th, 2020 15m 56s

This week we're talking about the quetzalcoatlus, a giraffe-sized, bat-like pterosaur with a wingspan the size of a bus! Tune in to find out how these humongous creatures managed to stay in the air and what they might have used their huge beaks

Tiger Beetle

Jun 24th, 2020 12m 13s

This week we’re talking about tiger beetles – one of Olivia’s favourite beetles and a powerful predator. Listen to find out why tiger beetles sprint and stop, and how you can catch one in real life! Beyond Blathers is hosted and produced by Oli

Ocean Sunfish

Jun 24th, 2020 12m 55s

This week we’re talking about the ocean sunfish, or mola mola, a weird and wonderful creature covered in mucus. Listen to learn more about its amazing adaptations and THROAT TEETH.Beyond Blathers is hosted and produced by Olivia deBourcier and

Hammerhead Shark

9 days ago 34m 31s

This week we're finally talking about another shark: the hammerhead! Listen to learn more about their iconic head shape, how they're doing in the wild, and much more! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a mont

Ladybug with Dr. Jessica Ware

23 days ago 54m 58s

This week we're so excited to be joined by entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Jessica Ware to talk about the ladybug, or ladybird beetle! We also got to talk to Dr. Ware about her PBS show, Insectarium; her experience as a curator; her

Pelican

Mar 18th, 2024 22m 30s

This week we're talking about the pelicans, a genus of eight species of large waterbirds with iconic long beaks and throat pouches! Listen to learn more about their size, distribution, gular pouches, and how they're doing in the wild. If you'd

Pike

Mar 4th, 2024 27m 12s

This week we're talking about a fish that's popular with anglers — the pike! Listen to learn more about their habitats, impressive cold tolerance, and how big they can actually get! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon

Moths and Light

Feb 13th, 2024 34m 35s

To celebrate Valentine's Day, we're talking about one of the greatest love stories of all time: moths and light. Why are moths so attracted to light? Listen to find out! This week we're talking about the weird-looking but loveable soft-shelled

Grizzly Bear

Jan 22nd, 2024 38m 34s

This week, we're talking about the grizzly bear! Listen to learn more about this iconic subspecies of brown bear, where they're found, and how they're doing in the wild. This week we're talking about the weird-looking but loveable soft-shelled

Soft-shelled Turtle

Jan 8th, 2024 27m 12s

This week we're talking about the weird-looking but loveable soft-shelled turtle! Listen to learn more about their long noses, soft shells, and how they're doing in the wild. If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to mak

Sea Cucumber

Dec 11th, 2023 27m 25s

This week we're talking about the sea cucumber! Listen to learn more about this sea creature that is decidedly not actually a vegetable. If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly donation and receive stick

Parasaurolophus

Nov 27th, 2023 29m 28s

This week, we're talking about one of Olivia's favourite dinosaurs: the parasaurolophus! Listen to learn more about their iconic cranial crest and what they used it for! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a m

Firefly

Nov 13th, 2023 37m 12s

This week we're talking about the luminous, glowy, adorable, romantic firefly! Listen to learn more about this beetle, its larvae, how it glows, and more! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly donation

Mahi-mahi

Oct 30th, 2023 25m 1s

This week we're talking about the mahi-mahi! Listen to learn more about this fast, tasty, and colourful ocean fish! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly donation and receive stickers and prints in the

Zebra Turkeyfish

Oct 16th, 2023 17m 26s

This week we're talking about the zebra turkeyfish, or more commonly known as the lionfish — a popular aquarium fish and rampant invasive species. Listen to learn more! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a mo

Spider (Part 2): No Way Home

Oct 9th, 2023 35m 43s

This week we're continuing our chat about spiders! Listen to learn about spider reproduction and to find out which spiders won Olivia's coveted spider awards! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly dona

Spider (Part 1)

Oct 2nd, 2023 48m 4s

This week we're celebrating the start of spooky season and finally talking about spiders! Listen to learn more about their fangs, venom, senses, webs, and hunting strategy. If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make

Sea Snail

Sep 25th, 2023 21m

This week we're following up our episode on whelks by talking about five really cool species of sea snail! From herbivores to carnivores to snails that don't even seem to eat at all, listen to learn more about the diversity of these marine gast

Whelks

Sep 18th, 2023 16m 52s

This week we're talking about the whelks, a large family of sea snails that can be found all over the world and also make pretty yummy sushi!If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a monthly donation and receive s

Drone Beetle

Sep 11th, 2023 21m 3s

This week we're talking about the big, loud drone beetle (and chafer beetles in general)! Listen to hear about their sticky feet and shiny elytra, and some of Olivia's stories from the field! If you'd like to support the show please check out o

T. rex: The Story Continues

Sep 4th, 2023 39m 46s

This week we're back with the conclusion to our T. rex series! Listen to hear the rest of the story surrounding Sue the T. rex, and to learn more about tyrannosaurus rex as animals! If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon

Re-Release: Brachiosaurus

Aug 28th, 2023 35m 22s

If you listened to last week’s episode on the T. rex, we’re sorry to leave you on a gigantic dinosaur sized cliffhanger for another week, but Olivia got unexpectedly swamped out in the field and we thought we’d take this opportunity to celebrat

T. rex

Aug 21st, 2023 31m 22s

This week we're celebrating our 150th episode (!!!!) with a big creature: the tyrannosaurus rex! Listen to learn about the T. rex, its relatives, and discovery story.If you'd like to support the show please check out our Patreon to make a month

Ground Squirrel

Aug 7th, 2023 22m 25s

This week we're talking about ground squirrels! What makes a ground squirrel different than a tree squirrel or flying squirrel? Can you really catch the plague from ground squirrels? Listen to find out! If you'd like to support the show please