Big Tree with Brian Selznick

Brian Selznick is an illustrator and author best known for his books The Invention of Hugo Cabret, Wonderstruck, and The Marvels and Kaleidoscope. Brian joins Nate on this episode of The Show About Science to talk about the science behind his latest book, Big Tree. The book follows two small sycamore seeds, Merwin and Louise, who are looking for a safe place to grow while trying to save the entire world. Brian's research into fossil species, climate change, fungal hyphae and paleobotany form the backbone of this mesmerizing journey from the Cretaceous period to present day. Learn more about Brian, Big Tree, and his other books: Transcript: Connect with The Show About Science: Website: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Twitter: LinkedIn: Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating wherever you listen to podcasts! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Big Tree with Brian Selznick is an episode from The Show About Science by The Show About Science.

This episode is 00:17:55 long.

This episode was published on Apr 18, 2023.

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