Mary Anning: The Curator of the Jurassic Coast

The Jurassic Coast: A History

For our final episode in our visit to the Jurassic Coast, we're looking at one of the most remarkable people to have made the area their home. Mary Anning was born to a humble, impoverished family and had to begin working at a young age to help support her parents and eight siblings. She developed a keen eye for fossils and other curiosities buried in the sand and went on to become arguably the biggest pioneer of early palaeontology. Her numerous discoveries would have earned her widespread scientific acclaim and recognition, but for the circumstances of her birth and life. Tune in and join us as we bid farewell to the Jurassic Coast, and end this podcast with an examination of the story of Mary Anning and her contributions to fossil hunting and the world of palaeontology.

Presented By:
Jack Becker

Written By:
Tania Court

Audio Edited and Mixed By:
Ben Lewis

Produced By:
Tania Court
Ben Lewis
Chloe Green
Ash Taylor

Music Used:
"On the Shore" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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This episode was produced on Anaiwan land, and we acknowledge that this land was never ceded. We recognise and respect the ongoing culture and community of the Anaiwan people, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, including Elders past, present, and emerging.