Was T-Rex Smart?

<p>When did smartness begin? We’ll find out how a neuroscientist blends up brains, and cracks the case of the Tyrannosaurus Rex smarts! Suzana Herculano-Houzel helps us answer listener Penny’s question by explaining how “smartness” might not mean what you think - and how all animals have shown off their intelligence over time.</p> <p>Help us out by taking our listener survey! <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tumblepodcast">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tumblepodcast</a></p> <p>Listen to our bonus interview with Suzana on our Patreon when you pledge just $1 a month or more! <a href="https://www.patreon.com/tumblepodcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">patreon.com/tumblepodcast.</a><br>Learn more about Suzana and her work on the evolution of intelligence the blog on our website, <a href="http://www.sciencepodcastforkids.com">www.sciencepodcastforkids.com</a>. </p> <p><br></p> <p>We apologize that the cover art of the episode is not a scientifically accurate portrayal of a T.Rex! We know that they likely did not wear graduation caps. </p>

Episode 18 of the Tumble Science Podcast for Kids podcast, hosted by Tumble Media, titled "Was T-Rex Smart?" was published on April 28, 2023 and runs 23 minutes.

April 28, 2023 ·23m · Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

Summary

When did smartness begin? We’ll find out how a neuroscientist blends up brains, and cracks the case of the Tyrannosaurus Rex smarts! Suzana Herculano-Houzel helps us answer listener Penny’s question by explaining how “smartness” might not mean what you think - and how all animals have shown off their intelligence over time. Help us out by taking our listener survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tumblepodcast Listen to our bonus interview with Suzana on our Patreon when you pledge just $1 a month or more! patreon.com/tumblepodcast.Learn more about Suzana and her work on the evolution of intelligence the blog on our website, www.sciencepodcastforkids.com. We apologize that the cover art of the episode is not a scientifically accurate portrayal of a T.Rex! We know that they likely did not wear graduation caps.

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