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Join David and Will as they explore the paleontologists’ perspective on various topics in life and earth history. Each episode features a main discussion on a topic requested by the listeners, presented as a lighthearted and educational conversation about fossils, evolution, deep time, and more.

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Spook-E - Headcrabs

October 17, 2026

David Moscato (0:00)

You're listening to The Common Descent Podcast.

Will Harris (0:07)

And welcome to Spookulative Evolution. Hello, David.

David Moscato (0:13)

Look at me still talking when there's science to do, Will.

That's the only Valve game I've ever played. That's what I got.

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