Digger Rex

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Unearth the wondrous world of dinosaurs with the most unique guide you've ever met - Digger Rex!

Born from a miraculous lightning strike in Glen Rose, Texas, Digger Rex is a fusion of excavator and ancient reptile, bringing to life an adventurous tale blending science and fantasy. Tailored for young, inquisitive minds, this podcast transports listeners on epic global expeditions, where digging deep reveals astonishing dino-facts and paleontological wonders.

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64 episodes
Updated Jun 12, 2025

Episodes64

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Jun 20, 2024 · 8 min
Lirainosaurus
Join us for a thrilling paleontological adventure in Spain where our favorite dino digger unearths a rare Lirainosaurus vertebrae!
Jun 13, 2024 · 10 min
Marasuchus
Join Digger Rex in an exhilarating exploration of the Marasuchus, a pivotal creature in the story of dinosaur evolution. Discover how the Marasuchus, a nimble two-legged runner, bridges the gap between ancient reptiles and the mighty dinosaurs that would dominate the Earth.
Jun 6, 2024 · 9 min
Segisaurus
Join Digger Rex as he unearths the mysteries of one of the lesser-known dinosaurs, the Segisaurus, a small but fascinating creature from the Jurassic period.
May 30, 2024 · 9 min
Ajkaceratops
Join Digger Rexas he uncovers the secrets of the Ajkaceratops, a rare and fascinating ceratopsian dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period.
May 16, 2024 · 10 min
Utahraptor
Join Digger Rex as he excavates the Hanksville-Burpee Dinosaur Quarry near Hanksville, Utah, a small town rich in history and surrounded by stunning landscapes. This quarry is a paleontologist's dream, known for remarkable finds like the colossal Apatosaurus and Diplodocus!
May 9, 2024 · 9 min
Compsognathus
Join Digger Rex at Germany's Messel Pit, where he is once again on the trail of prehistoric secrets in an ancient quarry turned fossil goldmine. Today's find is a tiny jawbone belonging to Compsognathus, a chicken-sized theropod dinosaur from the Late Jurassic period, famous for its elegant design and bird-like features.
May 2, 2024 · 11 min
Parasaurolophus
Join Digger Rex as he explores Utah's Kaiparowits Formation, a hotspot for well-preserved dinosaur fossils from the Late Cretaceous period. Follow along as we unearth a unique skull that turns out to be from a Parasaurolophus, known for its remarkable crest which may have been used for communication among its herd.
Apr 25, 2024 · 10 min
Carcharodontosaurus
Join Digger Rex as he explores the Sahara Desert and discovers a rib bone of a Carcharodontosaurus, a massive theropod dinosaur that thrived 100 million years ago in what is now a vast desert.
Apr 18, 2024 · 9 min
Miragaia
Join Digger Rex in Portugal as he discovers a Miragaia fossil, a unique dinosaur with a long neck that allowed it to reach diverse plant life, distinguishing it from its cousin, the Stegosaurus.
Apr 11, 2024 · 9 min
Rhabodon
In this episode, we explore a French dig site where the Rhabodon, a dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period, was discovered, highlighting its unique characteristics and the ancient environment of France. Delving into comparisons with contemporaries and its adaptations, we uncover insights into the diverse ecosystems of the time and the fascinating world of dinosaurs.
Mar 21, 2024 · 9 min
Psittacosaurus
Digger Rex stumbles upon a Psittacosaurus fossil, revealing unique quill-like structures on its tail that challenge previous notions about dinosaur skin and hint at the evolutionary connections within the ceratopsian family.
Mar 14, 2024 · 10 min
Gallimimus
Join Digger Rex on an exciting dig in Mongolia as he explores traditional Mongolian cuisine with a taste of Buuz before uncovering the secrets of the Gallimimus, a dinosaur known for its bird-like features and remarkable speed, shedding light on the fascinating world of the Late Cretaceous period.
Mar 7, 2024 · 9 min
Metriacanthosaurus
Join Digger Rex as he unearths the secrets of Yorkshire, England, from its rich historical tapestry to the discovery of a Metriacanthosaurus jawbone, revealing the life of a formidable Jurassic predator in a land known for its deep historical roots and natural beauty.
Feb 29, 2024 · 10 min
Pterodactyl
Embark on a thrilling journey to Bavaria's Eichstatt Limestone deposits, where we're digging for dinosaurs amidst Germany's rich cultural backdrop, including the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle!
Feb 22, 2024 · 10 min
Mosasaurus
Join Digger Rex as he digs for dinos in the Netherlands, a land of tulips, bicycles, coffee, and giants—both human and prehistoric! Today, we unearthed a sharp tooth belonging to a Mosasaurus, a dominant marine predator of the Late Cretaceous period, discovered near the Meuse River.
Feb 15, 2024 · 9 min
Stegosaurus
Join Digger Rex on another thrilling dinosaur dig in Colorado's Morrison Formation, a landscape rich with the history of the Late Jurassic period. Today's adventure uncovers a formidable spike belonging to the iconic Stegosaurus, a gentle giant of its time.
Feb 8, 2024 · 9 min
Protoceratops
Join Digger Rex in the Gobi Desert as he unearths a beak that leads us to the Protoceratops, a dinosaur that roamed Mongolia 75 million years ago.
Feb 2, 2024 · 9 min
Baryonyx
Join Digger Rex, the world's most adventurous and curious dino excavator, as he sets out to uncover the secrets of the Baryonyx!
Jan 25, 2024 · 10 min
Edmontosaurus
Join Digger Rex, the world's most adventurous and curious dino excavator, as he sets out to uncover the secrets of the Edmontosaurus!
Jan 18, 2024 · 9 min
Rajasaurus
Join Digger Rex, the world's most adventurous and curious dino excavator, as he sets out to uncover the secrets of the one and only Rajasaurus!

Digger Rex

Lirainosaurus

Marasuchus

Segisaurus

Ajkaceratops

Utahraptor

Compsognathus

Parasaurolophus

Carcharodontosaurus

Miragaia

Rhabodon

Psittacosaurus

Gallimimus

Metriacanthosaurus

Pterodactyl

Mosasaurus

Stegosaurus

Protoceratops

Baryonyx

Edmontosaurus

Rajasaurus