Fossils & Fiction

The podcast exploring dinosaurs, palaeontology, and prehistoric life

Fossils & Fiction brings together scientists, authors, filmmakers, and experts to explore how we understand prehistoric life—through both rigorous research and popular culture. From analysing Jurassic Park’s scientific legacy to interviewing leading palaeontologists about their latest discoveries, we examine how dinosaurs and other ancient creatures shape our imagination and understanding.

Stats:

  • 50+ episodes since launch
  • Over 15,000 downloads across all platforms

Themes: Palaeontology, evolution, science communication, popular culture, natural history

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Frequency

Analysis of Australian media, journalism, and information

Frequency is a newsletter examining the Australian media landscape—from industry trends and business models to journalism practice and platform power. Written for communication professionals, journalists, and anyone interested in how information flows through Australian society.

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Digital Society

Conversations about technology, culture, and digital life

The Digital Society podcast explores how digital technologies shape contemporary life—from social media dynamics to platform governance, online communities to digital culture. It was produced as an experiment in pedagogy at Charles Sturt University.


In Development

BackChannel

Short-form documentaries showcasing regional Australian expertise and the stories behind everyday industries. Think: livestock auctioneers, stock agents, water managers, seed savers—the people with deep knowledge about how rural Australia actually works.

Status: Pilot episode in development, 2025

Heartland

A narrative podcast following one family’s multi-generational story in rural Australia, exploring themes of inheritance, environmental change, and what we pass on to the next generation.

Status: Concept development, scripting underway


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Interested in partnering on a project, contributing as a guest, or exploring collaboration opportunities? We’re always interested in connecting with researchers, storytellers, and organisations aligned with our mission.

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For commissioned production work or consulting services, visit Travis Holland’s professional site.

Fossils and Fiction explores the culture and science of palaeontology.
Outer Planets Network – coming soon
Digital Society – an irregular podcast featuring discussions about digital society by staff and students at Charles Sturt University, Australia.