Episode
How (O)possums Work
58:32
Published: Thu Feb 09 2023
Description
Josh and Chuck take a listener’s suggestion – many, many suggestions – and learn that possums are pretty great and very much misunderstood. By the end of this episode you will too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chapters
The podcast explores the mysterious occurrences happening inside the rail yard and the people affected by it.
00:00 - 03:03 (03:03)
Summary
The podcast explores the mysterious occurrences happening inside the rail yard and the people affected by it.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The episode talks about some interesting facts about possums, their unique features, their benefits to the environment and society, and how they are often misunderstood creatures.
03:04 - 07:16 (04:11)
Summary
The episode talks about some interesting facts about possums, their unique features, their benefits to the environment and society, and how they are often misunderstood creatures.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Learn about the origins and evolution of possums, which have remained relatively unchanged for millions of years, and discover the modern Virginia possum that is commonly found in the Southeastern region of the United States.
07:16 - 10:38 (03:22)
Summary
Learn about the origins and evolution of possums, which have remained relatively unchanged for millions of years, and discover the modern Virginia possum that is commonly found in the Southeastern region of the United States.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Australian possums are highly food motivated, leading to their adaptation to urban and farming environments as a source of sustenance.
10:38 - 15:06 (04:28)
Summary
Australian possums are highly food motivated, leading to their adaptation to urban and farming environments as a source of sustenance.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Possums have followed humans as they moved further north, seeking shelter in barns and crawl spaces during colder months.
15:06 - 19:40 (04:33)
Summary
Possums have followed humans as they moved further north, seeking shelter in barns and crawl spaces during colder months. These creatures can weigh up to 11 pounds and can display distinctive markings.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The male possum has a forked penis which looks like pincers of an insect or a nematode worm with a clubfoot.
19:40 - 23:35 (03:54)
Summary
The male possum has a forked penis which looks like pincers of an insect or a nematode worm with a clubfoot.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Raccoons are omnivorous and will eat a diverse range of foods including little mammals, insects, reptiles, fruits, seeds, garbage, and even roadkill for calcium.
23:37 - 33:53 (10:16)
Summary
Raccoons are omnivorous and will eat a diverse range of foods including little mammals, insects, reptiles, fruits, seeds, garbage, and even roadkill for calcium.
EpisodeHow (O)possums Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Newborn opossums have a strong sense of smell and gravity to help them survive.
33:53 - 37:03 (03:10)
Summary
Newborn opossums have a strong sense of smell and gravity to help them survive. However, their litter size is often too large for all offspring to survive, contributing to the resilience of the species.