Explore every episode of the podcast Dinosaur George Kids - A Show for Kids Who Love Dinosaurs
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| 149 - Nanotyrannus (The Small Tyrant) | 07 Nov 2025 | 01:03:02 | |
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. | |||
| 148 - Are Birds Dinosaurs? | 17 Oct 2025 | 01:00:13 | |
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. | |||
| 139 - Daeodon - The Terminator Pig | 05 Jul 2025 | 01:05:06 | |
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 beyond just dinosaurs. 🦖 A thrilling mix of science, natural history, and fun for young dino fans and future paleontologists! You’ll discover:
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| 49 - Megacerops - The Giant Rhino | 03 Dec 2021 | 01:17:21 | |
It was a massive beast that was related to rhinos and horses. It was the size of a small elephant and roamed North America some 38 to 34 million years ago! | |||
| 48 - Andrewsarchus - Largest Predatory Land Mammal? | 29 Nov 2021 | 01:05:08 | |
Andrewsarchus is considered to be the large meat-eating land mammal that ever lived. But was it? You'll learn amazing facts about this massive carnivore in our latest podcast. | |||
| 47 - Saurophaganax - Lord of the Lizard Eaters | 22 Nov 2021 | 01:12:24 | |
It was the largest carnivore of the Jurassic period. This massive predator is not well known, but once you hear about it, you'll love it! | |||
| 46 - Compsognathus - Compys | 16 Nov 2021 | 01:07:02 | |
Small but dangerous, these theropods relied on speed and stealth to survive and hunt. | |||
| 45 - Kentrosaurus -The Spiked Herbivore | 09 Nov 2021 | 01:24:47 | |
Kentrosaurus was a smaller member of the Stegosaurus family, but had a couple of amazing features unlike its larger cousins. | |||
| 44 - Questions and Answers + Who Would Wins | 02 Nov 2021 | 01:24:14 | |
This special edition podcast will only include questions submitted by listeners and Who Would Wins. | |||
| 43 - Albertosaurus - T-rex Cousin | 15 Oct 2021 | 01:25:11 | |
Long before Tyrannosaurus roamed the planet, Albertosaurus was the top predator in North America. Learn more about this massive hunter in this episode. | |||
| 42 - Stegosaurus - Thagomizer Tail | 08 Oct 2021 | 01:24:50 | |
Stegosaurus is the most recognizable dinosaur on earth. What were the plates used for? Why do they call the tail spikes "thagomizers"? You'll learn the answers to these and other questions about this amazing herbivore. | |||
| 41 - The Dire Wolf | 18 Sep 2021 | 01:02:16 | |
The scientific name is Aenocyon dirus, but it's better known as the Dire Wolf. It is the largest member of the canine family and was one of the top predators of its time! | |||
| 40 - Elasmosaurus - The Fossil That Started a War! | 08 Sep 2021 | 01:22:44 | |
Elasmosaurus was a giant swimming reptile with an extra long neck! It's discovery sparked the "Bone Wars" between two paleontologists! | |||
| 138 - Inostrancevia - The Medusa Monster | 21 Jun 2025 | 00:57:22 | |
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 and a chilling stare. 🦖 A thrilling educational podcast for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, science, and natural history! You’ll discover: •What made Inostrancevia the top predator of its time •How Gorgon reptiles hunted during the Permian Period •What life on Earth was like before the age of dinosaurs •A fun interview with a T-Rex Club member from our Patreon community! 🎉 Patreon Bonus: Want to be featured in an episode? Join the T-Rex Club for shout-outs, interviews, and more fun perks! Sign up at patreon.com/DinosaurGeorge 🧠 The Dinosaur George Kids Podcast is a fun, family-friendly science podcast for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric creatures of all kinds. 🌐 Learn more at DinosaurGeorge.com | |||
| 39 - Kelenken - King of the Terror Birds | 31 Aug 2021 | 01:40:39 | |
It was the largest member of the terror bird family of flightless birds. Its massive skull made it one of the most dangerous predators of its environment. | |||
| 38 - Owen Interviews Dinosaur George | 26 Aug 2021 | 01:03:44 | |
In this podcast Tyrannosaurus Patreon Club member Owen interviews Dinosaur George. After the interview, DG answers listener questions. | |||
| 37 - Troodon - The Smartest Dinosaur | 15 Aug 2021 | 01:09:58 | |
It was small, but very smart. Troodon had everything it needed to be a successful and dangerous predator. But did it eat something else???? Find out in this episode. | |||
| 36 - Deinonychus - Terrible Claw!!!! | 03 Aug 2021 | 01:30:53 | |
It was one of the larger members of the raptor family and its discovery changed the way paleontologists looked at dinosaurs. Join us for a look at the dinosaurs named "Terrible Claw". | |||
| 35 - Smilodon - The Saber-toothed Cat | 11 Jul 2021 | 01:41:31 | |
It is the most recognized predator from the "Ice Age". These large cats had the longest teeth of any predator of its time. | |||
| 34 - Coelophysis and Interviews from our Museum | 01 Jul 2021 | 02:41:31 | |
The Feature Creature is the Triassic-aged predator, Coelophysis. This episode includes interviews from the young visitors who came to our museum grand opening event in San Antonio, Texas on June 26 and 27, 2012 | |||
| 33 - Gallimimus - The Chicken Mimic | 26 Jun 2021 | 01:39:33 | |
A member of the "Ostrich" dinosaurs, Gallimimus was a swift and agile dinosaur that used its speed for defense as well as catching prey. | |||
| 32 - Microraptor - The Four-Winged Carnivore | 18 Jun 2021 | 01:05:38 | |
It may have been small, but Microraptor was a menace to anything small enough to be considered a meal. The most amazing feature of this carnivore was the four wings and jet-black body! | |||
| 31 - Maiasaura - The Good Mother Dinosaur | 07 Jun 2021 | 01:28:37 | |
Maiasaura is a member of the hadrosaur family, often called "Duck-billed Dinosaurs." These medium-sized herbivores lived in large herds and cared for their young! | |||
| 30 - Carcharodontosaurus - Shark Tooth | 23 May 2021 | 01:31:45 | |
One of the largest carnivorous dinosaurs of its time, Carcharodontosaurus was a massive predator. It roamed parts of Africa and Egypt during the Mid Cretaceous period. | |||
| 137 - Diplocaulus - Boomerang Head | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:02:31 | |
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 and educational podcast for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, science, and natural history — even the creatures that aren’t technically dinosaurs! You’ll discover:
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| 29 - Ankylosaurus - A Living Tank! | 13 May 2021 | 01:28:37 | |
Ankylosaurus was the largest member of the "Armored Dinosaur" family. Weighing in at nearly 8 tons, it was a massive herbivore. Join Dinosaur George and learn about this amazing creature. | |||
| 28 - Triceratops - 3 Horned Face | 07 May 2021 | 01:37:43 | |
Triceratops was the largest of all Ceratopsians. Come spend your time with us and learn about this awesome dinosaur! You'll enjoy every minute. | |||
| 27 - Gastonia - The Mini Armored Tank | 01 May 2021 | 01:10:06 | |
Gastonia is a member of the Ankylosaurus family. It was one of the most well protected dinosaurs alive. Join Dinosaur George for amazing information about this mini-tank!!! | |||
| 26 - Giganotosaurus - The Southern Giant! | 20 Apr 2021 | 01:37:32 | |
Giganotosaurus was a giant carnivore that was discovered in southern Argentina. Learn about this massive giant dinosaur with Dinosaur George. | |||
| 25 - Pterosaurs - The Flying Reptiles | 05 Apr 2021 | 01:37:33 | |
Pterosaurs are known by many names and are often incorrectly identify as "flying dinosaurs." Although these animals lived during the Mesozoic Era alongside of the terrestrial dinosaurs, they are NOT dinosaurs! You'll learn some amazing facts about these unusual flying reptiles in this podcast episode. | |||
| 24 - Carnotaurus - The Meat-Eating Bull | 30 Mar 2021 | 01:01:19 | |
Carnotaurus is easily one of the most recognized carnivores in the dinosaur kingdom. It's large horns made it appear as a terrifying predator. | |||
| 23 - DG Q&A from Listeners | 22 Mar 2021 | 01:02:05 | |
Dinosaur George answers questions that have been submitted by the listeners. We also tricked him into answering some "Who Would Win" questions!!!! | |||
| 22 - Styracosaurus | 16 Mar 2021 | 01:26:49 | |
Styracosaurus is easily recognized by the large spikes on it's frill and the huge horn on its nose. Related to Triceratops, but much smaller, this herbivore is a fan favorite! | |||
| 21 - Utahraptor | 04 Mar 2021 | 01:22:58 | |
Considered one of the largest members of the "raptor" family, Utahraptor was the deadliest predator of its domain. | |||
| 20 - Dimetrodon - The Sail-Back | 01 Mar 2021 | 01:22:46 | |
Dimetrodon is often mistaken as a dinosaur, but it's actually more closely related to mammals! Go back to the Permian Era and learn about this predatory creature. | |||
| 136 - What is a Dinosaur? | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:04:50 | |
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, teachers, and classrooms! You’ll discover:
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| 19 - Smilosuchus - The Knife Crocodile | 22 Feb 2021 | 01:21:48 | |
It's not a crocodile. It's not a dinosaur. Then what is it? Smilosuchus was an amazing predator that belonged to a group of animals called Phytosaurs. This massive creature was one of the top predators of its time. In this podcast you'll learn all about Smilosuchus. And you'll learn that there was nothing to smile about if you ever met one. | |||
| 18 - Acrocanthosaurus - The Ridge-Backed Predator | 18 Feb 2021 | 00:44:33 | |
Before there was Tyrannosaurus, there was Acrocanthosaurus! This huge predator was the largest carnivore in its domain. With a massive body and powerful jaws, it terrorized herbivore in the Early Cretaceous period of North America. | |||
| 17 - Baryonyx - Heavy Claw | 10 Feb 2021 | 00:48:25 | |
At nearly 30 feet in length, and weighing in at 1 ton, Baryonyx was a force to recon with. But was it a dinosaur killer, or did it eat something much smaller? You'll learn amazing facts about this popular dinosaur in this podcast episode. Dinosaur George answers questions submitted by the listeners, and then judges some Who Would Win segments! | |||
| 16 - Therizinosaurus - Super Claws! | 04 Feb 2021 | 01:00:06 | |
Therizinosaurus was a very unusual dinosaur. It had the longest claws of any dinosaur! Learn about this amazing creature as Dinosaur George gives you facts and cool details. DG also answers questions submitted by you, the listeners. And then is..."Who Would Win!" | |||
| 15 - Dilophosaurus - The Venom Spitter? | 27 Jan 2021 | 01:06:47 | |
Dilophosaurus was made famous in the first Jurassic Park movie. But did it have a frill and actually spit block-colored goo into the eyes of its victims? Join DG for this interesting conversation about this unique crested carnivore. We'll also answer questions from our listeners, and choose a winner in a series of WHO WOULD WIN challenges. | |||
| 14 - Cryolophosaurus - The Frozen Dinosaur | 23 Jan 2021 | 01:04:24 | |
In this episode you'll learn about Cryolophosaurus, a meat-eating dinosaur discovered in Antarctica! DG will answer listener questions in the "Ask DG" segment, and we'll hear some new Who Would Win battles!!! And then he'll interview one of our Tyrannosaurus Patreon club members. | |||
| 13 - Woolly Mammoth - The Ice Giant! | 18 Jan 2021 | 00:56:04 | |
The first animal we usually think of when someone mentions the Ice Age is the fur covered elephant, the Woolly Mammoth. In this episode we talk about the unusual creatures and discuss some of the more amazing facts about them. What was the difference between Mammoths and Mastodons? Did human live with Mammoths? Who was their most dangerous enemies? These and other questions will be answered in this podcast episode. | |||
| 12 - Argentinosaurus - The Largest Dinosaur! | 13 Jan 2021 | 00:59:06 | |
Argentinosaurus is considered by many to be the largest land animal that ever lived. In this episode Dinosaur George will teach you many exciting facts about these huge Sauropods! In the "Ask Dinosaur George" segment he answers questions submitted by listeners, and then sets up some battles in the "Who Would Win" segment. And finally we close with an interview of one of our Tyrannosaurus club members. | |||
| 11 - Megalodon. THE SUPER SHARK! | 09 Jan 2021 | 00:48:13 | |
It may have been the largest carnivore that ever lived. Megalodon was a giant shark that ate whales! In this episode you'll learn just how big it really was!!!! | |||
| 10 - Titanoboa - The Giant Snake! | 06 Jan 2021 | 00:37:05 | |
It was the largest snake that ever lived! In this episode we learn about Titanoboa, the HUGE constrictor that lived in the swamps of what is now, Columbia. Dinosaur George answers several questions submitted by the listeners, and then gives his opinions of numerous "Who Would Win" battles! | |||
| 135 - Dunkleosteus - Snapper Jaws | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:55:49 | |
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 the Devonian Period — and one of the coolest prehistoric fish ever discovered! 🦈 A thrilling science podcast episode for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, and ancient marine creatures! You’ll discover:
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| 09 - Indominus rex & Indoraptor | 01 Jan 2021 | 00:47:50 | |
Indominus rex and Indoraptor are two of the most recognizable dinosaurs from the JP series, but were they real dinosaurs? In this episode we'll hear Dinosaur George speak about both. There is also a short interview with one of his Tyrannosaurus Patreon Club Members, as well as some Q&A, and then two very unique "Who Would Win" battles. | |||
| 08 - Tyrannosaurus rex | 28 Dec 2020 | 00:41:19 | |
Tyrannosaurus rex was the King of the Dinosaurs! In this episode Dinosaur George will teach you all the information you have ever wanted to know about T-rex. How did it hunt? How many fingers did it actually have? You'll be a T-rex expert after listening to this podcast. Dinosaur George will also answer some listener submitted questions as well as some "WHO WOULD WIN" segments! | |||
| 07 - Mosasaurs | 17 Dec 2020 | 00:36:25 | |
Mosasaurs were giant swimming reptiles that hunted the seas during the Cretaceous Period! | |||