Fantastical Field Guide

By Blair Bazdarich

Blair is "the Zoologist" and sitting animal expert who co-hosts the weekly science news podcast, This Week in Science. Her husband Brian is a nursing student and avid gamer of all types ... more

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The podcast currently has 6 episodes available.

Fantastical Field Guide episodes:

June 11, 2026 It's a Rock, Paper, Scissors Situation
The trio discuss what's like a caecilian but without the weird milk, how it turns out Tyranataur isn't a dinosaur but actually some sort of giant bug, and what parts of Owlbears are owl, bear, or something else entirely. Plus, do owlbears cough up giant owl pellets? Only these three can tell!
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1h 1min
June 04, 2026 Born Cute, Die Cute
What is cute, and is there an evolutionary advantage to being a merchandising opportunity? This week we discuss what Mimicyu is hiding and why you don't want to see it, the trouble with Tribbles, and caecilian milk.

Starring Blair, Jesse, Brian
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52min
May 28, 2026 I'm Sick of Not Talking About Godzilla
Our buddies discuss Curt Conners, Death Dogs, what Diglet is hiding underground, and how baby Godzillas are made. Perhaps it's parthenogenesis with a touch of atomic bomb?

Starring Blair, Jesse, Brian
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47min
May 21, 2026 Two Cute Red Boots
What parts of pokemon are edible, in canon? Was grandpa right about tumbleweeds? Can mogwais truly be immortal? And what are real dragons like? Listen now to find out!
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44min
May 14, 2026 Sunglasses Make Everyone Look Cool
Who has cubed poop? Where does squirtle's water come from? And why did they have to put human fingernails on there? Find out this week as we explore wombats, squirtle, and face huggers

Starring: Blair, Brian, Jesse
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51min
May 07, 2026 Cube-a-palooza!
Blair is "the Zoologist" and sitting animal expert who co-hosts the weekly science news podcast, This Week in Science. Her husband Brian is a nurse and avid gamer of all types (video, board, card, role-playing, etc), and their friend Jesse is a podcast host, writer, and "your favorite teacher's favorite teacher" who is also a games enthusiast. Together, we will explore the worlds of Pokemon, Zelda, Horizon, Dune, Lord of the Rings, Dungeons and Dragons, and whatever else we fancy to discuss the real world inspiration for the fantastical creatures you can find in your favorite fiction!

Starring Blair Bazdarich, Jesse McGrath, Brian Pagano
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41min

FAQs about Fantastical Field Guide:

How many episodes does Fantastical Field Guide have?

The podcast currently has 6 episodes available.