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Mar 9, 2023 32 min

The Maddest Match Around

from Ask A Biologist Podcast Hosted by Dr. Biology talks with biologist Katie Hinde

March Madness in the past has been reserved for college basketball. But in 2013, biologist Katie Hinde and a group of scientists, writers, and other creative souls started the ultimate animal competition that expanded beyond humans – March Mammal Madness. Don’t worry, the competition is virtual. No animals are harmed. Though there might be some embarrassing defeats and even some upset fans, March Mammal Madness is all about science and learning. It is also a fun way to learn about the living world. Dr. Biology grabs a few minutes with Katie Hinde before this year’s tournament gets underway. Go to: March Mammal Madness If you have not already, please subscribe to the podcast so you can be notified about new episodes.

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March Madness in the past has been reserved for college basketball. But in 2013, biologist Katie Hinde and a group of scientists, writers, and other creative souls started the ultimate animal competition that expanded beyond humans – March Mammal Madness. Don’t worry, the competition is virtual. No animals are harmed. Though there might be some embarrassing defeats and even some upset fans, March Mammal Madness is all about science and learning. It is also a fun way to learn about the living ...

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The Maddest Match Around

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  1. 0:00 Introduction
  2. 1:47 No animals harmed in MMM
  3. 2:02 What are mammals?
  4. 2:57 Manatee mother and calf
  5. 3:11 MMM is not just for mammals.
  6. 4:06 Are there any animals not allowed in MMM?
  7. 5:06 The science behind MMM.
  8. 10:14 Animals problem solving.
  9. 11:38 Past surprising years.
  10. 14:01 Favorite competitors.
  11. 14:48 Spotted hyena
  12. 17:46 Team work
  13. 22:18 Hagfish
  14. 26:04 Three questions
  15. 26:14 When did you know you wanted to be a biologist?
  16. 28:43 What would you be if you were not a biologist?
  17. 29:41 What advice do you have for a future scientist?

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