{"podcast":{"title":"NOVA Presents","slug":"nova-presents-1297629","podcast_index_feed_id":1297629,"rss_url":"https://feeds.wgbh.org/322/feed-rss.xml","website_url":"https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/","image_url":"https://f.prxu.org/322/images/fdb1349b-f3d4-44c3-a907-b155c326d0dd/NOVApresents_3000x3000.jpg","author":"GBH (Maggie.Gourville@prx.org)","episode_count":92,"summary":"Ever wonder what's really going on in the world of science? We've got you covered. Join us for conversations with the researchers making tomorrow's breakthroughs, deep dives into the universe's biggest mysteries, and clear explanations of the discoveries that matter most. We're talking climate breakthroughs, space mysteries, AI developments, and quantum leaps, all explained by the people doing the work. Whether you're curious about breaking headlines, fascinated by black holes and alien worlds, or ready for mind-bending conversations with brilliant scientists, NOVA Presents delivers four incredible series that make complex science feel like chatting with your smartest friend. For over 50 years, NOVA has been your trusted guide to understanding the world, now we're bringing that same curiosity and clarity straight to your ears. Come explore with us. Discover more NOVA content and subscribe to our YouTube channel.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-09T20:22:30.581426+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nova-presents-1297629"},"episode":{"title":"Real World vs “Jurassic World\"","slug":"real-world-vs-jurassic-world","published_at":"2026-06-30T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nova-presents-1297629/real-world-vs-jurassic-world","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nova-presents-1297629","url":"https://play.prx.org/listen?ge=prx_322_45671b83-7e63-4204-9141-f0ab909db70b&uf=https%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wgbh.org%2F322%2Ffeed-rss.xml","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/tracking.swap.fm/track/sblTq32fyWAjsHzze2LG/dovetail.prxu.org/_/322/45671b83-7e63-4204-9141-f0ab909db70b/_NV_POT_Steve_Brusatte_061026_Audio_Bucket_C_01.mp3","summary":"Steve Brusatte, a real paleontologist, contributed to the Jurassic World franchise, but what really happens when science meets cinema? In this episode, Steve joins Hakeem to discuss what that paleontology consultant role actually looks like, how he navigates the tension between scientific accuracy and Hollywood storytelling, and what the films have gotten increasingly right about dinosaurs over the years. They also dig into which documentaries offer the most accurate modern picture of dinosaurs, how AI is beginning to reshape paleontology, and what Steve would love to see in a future Jurassic film. Make sure to subscribe now so you never miss an episode. Learn more about NOVA and visit our YouTube channel. -------------------------- Guest Bio: Steve Brusatte is a paleontologist at the University of Edinburgh, where he leads a research group studying dinosaur evolution and the history of life on Earth. He is the author of several acclaimed books, including The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs and The Story of Birds , and has served as a paleontology consultant on the Jurassic World film franchise. He will be featured in NOVA's upcoming five-part documentary series Evolution , coming fall 2026.","meta_description":"Steve Brusatte, a real paleontologist, contributed to the Jurassic World franchise, but what really happens when science meets cinema? In this episode, St…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1639,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/nova-presents-1297629/episodes/real-world-vs-jurassic-world/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/nova-presents-1297629/real-world-vs-jurassic-world.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}