In this episode of the Prehistoric Life Podcast, we kick off our 2026 East Coast Road Trip with our very first stop: the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh, North Carolina!
I’m joined by Bodhi Shonin from DinoMight TV as we explore one of the Southeast’s most incredible natural history museums and dive into its amazing collection of prehistoric life.
From the legendary Acrocanthosaurus, known as the “Terror of the South,” to the incredible Dueling Dinosaurs fossil, this museum is the perfect place to begin our journey through the paleontology and natural history of the East Coast!
And this is just the beginning…
Over the course of the East Coast Road Trip 2026, we’ll be visiting museums, meeting fellow paleontology enthusiasts, exploring prehistoric history, and discovering some incredible fossils along the way.
🦴 In this episode:
• The FIRST STOP of our East Coast Road Trip 2026
• Exploring the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
• Seeing the incredible Acrocanthosaurus “Terror of the South”
• Checking out the famous Dueling Dinosaurs
• Exploring the museum’s prehistoric exhibits
• Hanging out with Bodhi Shonin of DinoMight TV
• Talking dinosaurs, fossils, and paleontology
• And kicking off what will be an incredible journey up the East Coast!
🎥 Check out DinoMight TV:
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🏛️ Learn more about the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences:
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
🗺️ This is only STOP #1!
Follow along as we continue our East Coast Road Trip 2026 and explore the incredible museums, fossils, and natural history destinations waiting for us along the way!
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Exploring the past. Discovering the science. Bringing prehistoric life to you.
🦖 THE NEXT BIG PREHISTORIC LIFE ADVENTURE IS HERE!
In this episode of the Prehistoric Life Podcast, I’m finally revealing my plans for my 2026 East Coast Road Trip!
After years of visiting museums, interviewing paleontologists, and exploring the world of prehistoric life, I’m hitting the road again to visit even more museums, fossil sites, and natural history destinations across the East Coast.
But this trip is about more than just seeing fossils.
It’s also about the future of Prehistoric Life.
In this episode, I talk about my long-term ambitions to one day create my own natural history museum in the Bull Street District of Columbia, South Carolina—a museum dedicated to bringing the incredible story of Earth’s prehistoric past to the public.
This is a huge dream, and there’s still a long road ahead. But every museum visit, interview, and experience helps me learn more about what it takes to build something like this.
🦴 In this episode, I’ll discuss:
• My plans for the 2026 East Coast Road Trip
• The museums and paleontology destinations I’m hoping to visit
• Why this trip is important for the future of Prehistoric Life
• My ambitions to create a natural history museum in Columbia, South Carolina
• Why I believe the Bull Street District could be an incredible location
• My vision for bringing dinosaurs, fossils, and natural history to the public
• And how YOU can help support this dream!
📍 Want to learn more about the East Coast Road Trip?
Check out the full road trip plans here:
Prehistoric Life – East Coast Road Trip 2026
🏛️ HELP ME BUILD THE FUTURE!
I also need your help.
I’ve made an Instagram post talking more about my four-year plan and my ambitions to create a natural history museum in the Bull Street District of Columbia, South Carolina.
Go interact with the post, share your thoughts, and help spread the word!
Instagram post about my museum plans
Every like, comment, share, and conversation helps get more eyes on this dream.
This is just the beginning.
🦖 The goal: Build something that brings prehistoric life to South Carolina and inspires the next generation of paleontologists.
Thank you for coming along for the journey!
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Exploring the past. Discovering the science. Bringing prehistoric life to you.
What happens behind the exhibits at one of America’s greatest natural history museums? 🦖In this special episode of the Prehistoric Life Podcast, I visit the Natural History Museum of Utah for an incredible behind-the-scenes experience that takes us beyond the public galleries and into the museum’s fossil preparation lab!I had the amazing opportunity to meet Alex Straley and get an up-close look at the work that goes into preparing, studying, and preserving fossils before they ever make it onto display.We’ll explore what goes on behind the scenes at the museum, see incredible fossils up close, and get a glimpse into the science and preparation work that helps bring Utah’s prehistoric past to life.And of course, we’ll also explore some of the incredible exhibits that make this museum one of the most amazing paleontology destinations I’ve ever visited—including the incredible ceratopsian skull wall and the spectacular Barosaurus vs. Allosaurus display!This is a special version of my Natural History Museum of Utah episode, giving you a look at the museum that most visitors never get to see.🦴 In this episode:A special behind-the-scenes look at the fossil prep labMeeting Alex StraleySeeing fossils and specimens up closeExploring how fossils are prepared for research and displayThe incredible ceratopsian skull wallThe massive Barosaurus vs. Allosaurus displayMy experience visiting one of the world’s premier natural history museumsIf you love dinosaurs, fossils, museums, and paleontology, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!🎙️ Prehistoric Life Podcast🦖 Exploring the past. Discovering the science. Bringing prehistoric life to you.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow for more paleontology adventures, museum visits, fossil discoveries, and interviews!#Paleontology #Dinosaurs #NaturalHistoryMuseum #NaturalHistoryMuseumOfUtah #Fossils #DinosaurMuseum #PrepLab #BehindTheScenes #PrehistoricLife #PrehistoricLifePodcast #Utah #Allosaurus #Barosaurus #Ceratopsian #Museum #FossilPrep
🦖 Welcome back to the Western Dino Road Trip 2026!In this episode, I visit the Mountain America Museum of Ancient Life at Thanksgiving Point Utah, one of the largest and most impressive dinosaur museums in the world!With one of the biggest displays of mounted dinosaur skeletons anywhere, the Museum of Ancient Life is an absolute must-visit for anyone passionate about paleontology. From towering sauropods and fearsome theropods to marine reptiles, Ice Age mammals, and hands-on exhibits, this museum brings Earth’s prehistoric past to life on an incredible scale.Join me as I explore the galleries, admire the spectacular fossil displays, and experience one of the highlights of the entire Western Dino Road Trip.🦴 In this episode:🦖 Exploring the Museum of Ancient Life🦕 Incredible dinosaur skeletons and fossil exhibits🦴 One of the world’s largest collections of mounted dinosaurs🔬 Learning about prehistoric life and fossil discoveries🏛️ Touring one of the premier dinosaur museums in North AmericaEvery corner of this museum is packed with amazing fossils and exhibits that showcase hundreds of millions of years of life’s history. Whether you’re fascinated by giant predators, long-necked sauropods, or the evolution of life on Earth, there’s something here for every prehistoric enthusiast.This was easily one of the biggest highlights of the Western Dino Road Trip 2026, and I can’t wait to share this incredible museum with all of you!👍 Like, subscribe, and follow along for more museum tours, fossil discoveries, dinosaur adventures, and paleontology content.🦕 Let’s Get Prehistoric!#MuseumOfAncientLife #ThanksgivingPoint #Dinosaurs #Paleontology #Fossils #WesternDinoRoadTrip #PrehistoricLifePodcast #Utah #DinosaurMuseum #ScienceCommunication #AncientLife #NaturalHistory
🦖 Welcome back to the Western Dino Road Trip 2026!In this episode, I visit the Natural History Museum of Utah (Located in Salt Lake City Utah), one of the premier natural history museums in the United States!Home to world-class fossil collections and groundbreaking paleontological research, the museum showcases Utah’s incredible prehistoric past through stunning exhibits featuring dinosaurs, ancient ecosystems, and the fossils that continue to reshape our understanding of life on Earth.Join me as I explore the galleries, take in the incredible displays, and learn more about the amazing discoveries that have made Utah one of the world’s greatest places for paleontology.🦴 In this episode:🦖 Exploring the Natural History Museum of Utah🦕 Incredible dinosaur skeletons and fossil exhibits🌎 Discovering Utah’s prehistoric history🔬 Learning about the latest paleontological discoveries🏛️ Touring one of America’s premier natural history museumsFrom Jurassic giants to the animals that lived long before and after the dinosaurs, every exhibit tells another chapter in Earth’s incredible story. This museum is packed with fascinating displays, interactive exhibits, and spectacular fossils that make it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in prehistoric life.This was another unforgettable stop on the Western Dino Road Trip 2026, and there are still more museums, fossil sites, interviews, and adventures to come!👍 Like, subscribe, and follow along for more dinosaur discoveries, museum tours, and paleontology content.🦕 Let’s Get Prehistoric!#NaturalHistoryMuseumOfUtah #Utah #Dinosaurs #Paleontology #Fossils #WesternDinoRoadTrip #PrehistoricLifePodcast #Utahraptor #NaturalHistory #ScienceCommunication #DinosaurMuseum #AncientLife
🦴 Welcome back to the Western Dino Road Trip 2026!In this episode, I sit down with Dean Sherman and Katherine Parsons from InStone Fossils (Located in Kemmerer Wyoming) to talk about the incredible world of fossils, fossil hunting, preparation, and sharing prehistoric discoveries with people around the world!We dive into what goes into working with fossils, the process of discovering and preserving pieces of ancient life, and what makes these incredible specimens so fascinating.From field discoveries to the fossils people get to experience today, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at the passion, work, and science behind bringing prehistoric history back to life.🦴 In this episode:⛏️ Fossil hunting and discoveries🔬 Fossil preparation and preservation🦖 The story behind InStone Fossils🌎 Sharing the excitement of paleontology🎙️ A conversation with Dean Sherman & Katherine ParsonsA huge thank you to Dean and Katherine for taking the time to sit down with me during the Western Dino Road Trip 2026!The journey continues with more museums, fossil sites, interviews, and prehistoric discoveries from across the West.👍 Like, subscribe, and follow along for more paleontology adventures, fossil discoveries, and prehistoric storytelling!🦕 Let’s Get Prehistoric!#InStoneFossils #DeanSherman #KatherineParsons #Fossils #Paleontology #FossilHunting #WesternDinoRoadTrip #PrehistoricLifePodcast #Dinosaurs #ScienceCommunication #AncientLife
