Episode
Python-a-palooza!
52:10
Published: Thu Nov 25 2021
Description
Pythons are big snakes. Really big. But there's more to them than their size. Learn all about these big daddies in today's episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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David Eagleman's podcast Inner Cosmos explores the relationship between our brains and experiences, delving into unusual questions like creating new senses for humans.
00:00 - 01:34 (01:34)
Summary
David Eagleman's podcast Inner Cosmos explores the relationship between our brains and experiences, delving into unusual questions like creating new senses for humans.
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The fear of snakes entering the body is a common human fear, especially when it comes to venomous snakes.
01:34 - 08:09 (06:35)
Summary
The fear of snakes entering the body is a common human fear, especially when it comes to venomous snakes. Pythons, although not native to the US, have been known to kill people every once in a while. However, every single person that has ever been killed in the United States by a python was killed by their own captive python.
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Pythons use a form of movement called rectilinear progression, using their ribs to brace against the ground and pushing themselves forward in a straight line.
08:09 - 13:37 (05:27)
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Pythons use a form of movement called rectilinear progression, using their ribs to brace against the ground and pushing themselves forward in a straight line. This slower movement may seem herky-jerky compared to other snakes, but it allows them to move with precision and control.
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Dr. Eric Haseltine explores the relationship between brains and experiences by tackling unusual questions.
13:38 - 19:03 (05:25)
Summary
Dr. Eric Haseltine explores the relationship between brains and experiences by tackling unusual questions. In this episode, he discusses the eating habits of little pythons and their ability to change their bodies to accommodate large prey.
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The Burmese python's genes change to express proteins that increase their metabolism after they eat, and their heart increases in size by 40% two days after eating.
19:03 - 24:54 (05:50)
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The Burmese python's genes change to express proteins that increase their metabolism after they eat, and their heart increases in size by 40% two days after eating. It's best to lose consciousness before being swallowed headfirst as the snake constricts the blood supply to the brain.
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The Everglades holds an annual Python challenge, offering a $10,000 prize to whoever kills the most pythons in an effort to control their population and preserve the biodiversity of the area.
24:54 - 29:29 (04:34)
Summary
The Everglades holds an annual Python challenge, offering a $10,000 prize to whoever kills the most pythons in an effort to control their population and preserve the biodiversity of the area. The Burmese python's success in the Everglades is having an impact on local alligators and other animals.
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The problem of unscrupulous snake dealers, backyard breeders, pet stores, and owners releasing pets they no longer want is causing issues like a big iguana problem and Burmese pythons swimming in the ocean.
29:29 - 33:02 (03:33)
Summary
The problem of unscrupulous snake dealers, backyard breeders, pet stores, and owners releasing pets they no longer want is causing issues like a big iguana problem and Burmese pythons swimming in the ocean.
EpisodePython-a-palooza!
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Learn why ball pythons are a good choice for a pet snake, especially if you do not want a wild caught snake, and how they can be a long term commitment for pet owners.
33:02 - 41:22 (08:19)
Summary
Learn why ball pythons are a good choice for a pet snake, especially if you do not want a wild caught snake, and how they can be a long term commitment for pet owners.
EpisodePython-a-palooza!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Avoid dangling its food in front of your face and use a little tub for the snake to feel secure during feeding time, as they can become unpredictable and bite you in a fit of "food fever".
41:22 - 46:58 (05:35)
Summary
Avoid dangling its food in front of your face and use a little tub for the snake to feel secure during feeding time, as they can become unpredictable and bite you in a fit of "food fever".
EpisodePython-a-palooza!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Can we create new senses for humans?
46:58 - 50:49 (03:51)
Summary
Can we create new senses for humans? How does our brain relate to our experiences?