The Pirates Don’t Eat The Tourists: Jurassic Park & Prehistoric Fiction

1. Road to Rebirth Trailer Trailer

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   Do you remember the first time you saw a dinosaur?

   The first episode of Road to Rebirth lands on the 9th April.

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   Apr 5, 2025 2 min

Season 1

1. Jurassic Park : A Novel (1990) with James Lovegrove

   Episode 1

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   If you are as excited as I am about Jurassic World Rebirth which is releasing this summer this is the podcast for you. Each week in the lead up to the film I am going to be sitting down with a guest to discuss an entry or aspect of the Jurassic franchise.

   This is episode one and it’s all about Michael Crichton’s original ‘Jurassic Park’ novel from 1990 and my guest is author James Lovegrove.

   We talk about our first experiences of reading the novel and what we think of Steven Speilberg’s adaptation. We also explore Michael Crichton’s early years and our thoughts on his writing style.

   • Guest Name: James Lovegrove
   • Bio: James is an author of over 70 books writing across many genres and also happens to be a huge Michael Crichton fan
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   Chapters

   03:02 The Genesis of Jurassic Park

   06:04 Michael Crichton's Writing Style and Themes

   12:13 Character Analysis and Differences in Adaptation

   17:46 The Impact of Science and Technology

   23:55 Comparing the Book and Film

   30:06 Relevance of Jurassic Park Today

   Next week I’m sitting down with Derrick Davis to talk about Steven Spielberg’s classic 1993 film.

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   Apr 9, 2025 33 min

2. Jurassic Park (1993) with Derrick Davis (Jurassic Time)

   Episode 2

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   If you are as excited as I am about Jurassic World Rebirth which is releasing this summer this is the podcast for you. Each week in the lead up to the film I am going to be sitting down with a guest to discuss an entry or aspect of the Jurassic franchise.

   This is episode two and it’s all about ‘Jurassic Park’, the Oscar winning 1993 film that launched a billion dollar franchise.

   We talk about our first experiences of seeing the film and Derrick gives a very detailed history of the various drafts the scripts went through.

   We also discuss our excitement for Jurassic World Rebirth and the concepts from those early scripts that might show up in the new film.

   Guest Name: Derrick Davis

   • Bio: Derrick is a JP super fan who has managed to find some exciting treasures of its lengthy pre production.
   • Links: Website, Instagram, Twitter/X

   Next week I’m chatting with Guy Adams about Crichton’s writing style and process and also there’s the second part of my interview with James Lovegrove exploring Crichton sequel novel; The Lost World.

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   Apr 16, 2025 1 hr 12 min

3. The Lost World: A Novel (1995) with Guy Adams and James Lovegrove

   Episode 3

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   I think genius of Michael Crichton lies not in his warmth but in his coldness – the clinical precision with which he constructed scientifically plausible nightmares that became billion-dollar franchises.

   Speaking with authors Guy Adams and James Lovegrove, I explore how Crichton – the Harvard-educated doctor turned novelist – approached storytelling like a surgical procedure, meticulously researching cutting-edge science and reducing his sleep hours as deadlines approached. This methodical approach yielded novels with remarkable staying power but often lacking emotional resonance, making Steven Spielberg the perfect collaborator to inject heart into his intellectual exercises.

   The ‘Jurassic Park’ we know and love represents this perfect symbiosis – Crichton's scientific foundation supporting Spielberg's emotional architecture. While the novel features brutal, extended death scenes described from the victims' perspectives, Spielberg knew exactly how to make these moments both thrilling and accessible. As Adams notes, "The fear comes from the absence of humanity," making Crichton's work particularly effective at creating genuine dread.

   Our conversation delves deep into The Lost World – Crichton's only sequel – and how it explores themes of evolution, extinction, and humanity's capacity for self-destruction. With the upcoming Jurassic World Rebirth directed by Gareth Edwards we speculate whether the franchise might return to some of Crichton's colder, more scientific sensibilities, potentially creating dinosaurs that feel genuinely terrifying again.

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   Apr 23, 2025 53 min

4. The Lost World: Jurassic Park (1997) with Caleb Burnett (Jurassic Outpost)

   Episode 4

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   1993 was a huge year for Steven Speilberg. He released 'Jurassic Park' and 'Schindler's List' to great critical and commercial success. He took a few years off but he couldn't stop thinking about returning to the world of the dinosaurs

   This week I sit down with composer Caleb Burnett and discuss our memories of seeing the film for the first time, the playstation video game and of course John Williams's amazing score.

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   Apr 30, 2025 51 min

5. Jurassic Park 3 (2001) with Daniel Stephen (Stuck On Sorna)

   Episode 5

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   Are you ready for a #SpinosaurusSummer?

   In 1998 the fact that there would be a Jurassic Park 3 was almost a mere formality however what the story would be was far from certain.

   This week I’m joined by Daniel Stephen the host and creator of the amazing ‘Stuck on Sorna’ podcast to dissect one of the most talked about films in the series.

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   May 7, 2025 57 min

6. Ten Years of Jurassic Fandom with Steven Ray Morris (See Jurassic Right)

   Episode 6

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   Steven Ray Morris has spent ten years hosting See Jurassic Right — one of the longest-running Jurassic podcasts around. In this episode he joins me to talk about what keeps a fandom alive, his own journey into podcasting, and his hottest Jurassic takes.

   We swap series rankings, debate what Gareth Edwards brings to the franchise, and Steven shares some of the best fan stories he has collected over a decade of conversations.

   Find Steven and See Jurassic Right on Apple Podcasts | @stevenraymorris | @seejurassicright

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   May 9, 2025 52 min

7. Jurassic Themes of John Williams with Neil Brand (Broadcaster & Film Composer)

   Episode 7

   Show notes

   This week I’m excited to bring you an episode all about the wonder of John Williams.

   Joining me is composer, pianist, writer and broadcaster Neil Brand.

   We discuss Williams' influence on film music, the collaboration between Williams and director Steven Spielberg over the years, and the thematic elements of wonder and life present in the score for ‘Jurassic Park’.

   You can follow Neil on Instagram

   and Threads

   And please visit his website here: https://www.neilbrand.com/

   Also Neil has a very fun and informative YouTube channel if you want to know more about the process of scoring a film: https://youtube.com/@neilbrandsbellsandwhistles?si=RjFzxqp9s9UdufT-

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   May 14, 2025 49 min

8. Welcome to Jurassic Universe with Tom Jurassic

   Episode 8

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   The Jurassic Franchise might not be the ‘everything is connected’ style of series like Marvel or Star Wars but there are looks of interesting expanded media that have been created.

   Me and @Tom_Jurassic dig into all of the stuff that’s out there. We also talk about canon in general and what we would love to see from a spin off show!

   Tom’s ‘Tales from a Jurassic World’ returns for its final season on 23rd May and can be found on the Jurassic Park Podcast and on YouTube.

   You can also find Tom on the JurassicCollectables

   And the video Tom mentions about the Kenner Chaos Effect Line can be found here

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   May 21, 2025 1 hr 10 min

9. What Jurassic Park Got Right (and Wrong) About Dinosaurs — with Conor O'Keeffe (Museum Educator)

   Episode 9

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   How accurate are the dinosaurs in Jurassic Park? Conor O'Keeffe works in museum education and spends his days answering exactly that question for the public.

   We go through the franchise's most iconic animals, dig into the real science behind them, and explore the surprisingly dramatic history of palaeontology itself. Conor also has a suggestion for a future Jurassic scene that I haven't been able to stop thinking about.

   Find Conor at @conorontology on Instagram and Blue Sky.

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   Jun 4, 2025 51 min

10. Jurassic World (2015) with Brad Jost (The Jurassic Park Podcast)

    Episode 10

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    In 2015 ‘Jurassic World’ roared into cinemas and audiences turned out in their droves to see it.

    Now as we embark on a brand new story it’s time to look back at the last 10 years of a film that changed a the brand from ‘Jurassic Park’ to ‘Jurassic World’

    Joining me is host and genuinely lovely human Brad Jost. We chat about all our thoughts on the film and how it’s been for him making the Jurassic Park Podcast for the past 10 years.

    Head to https://www.jurassicparkpodcast.com/ for more information on that great show.

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    Jun 11, 2025 1 hr 3 min

11. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018) with Samantha Endres

    Episode 11

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    Fallen Kingdom is the gothic sheep of the family. It continues to divide fans but since its release is it well worth a rewatch?

    In this episode I'm joined by the fantastic Samantha Endres from‘Jurassic Outpost’

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    Jun 18, 2025 58 min

12. Jurassic World Dominion (2022) with Jack Ewins and Sam Phillips

    Episode 13

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    We’ve made it!

    2022’s ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ was heralded as the end of the Jurassic Era bringing back the original Big Three Sam Neil, Laura Dern and Jeff Goldblum but did the series have anything new to say?

    Locusts anyone?

    In this fun and revealing conversation, Sam and Jack who both worked on the viral marketing for Dominion, share their behind the scenes stories and theories about what really lies in BioSyn Valley.

    I’d also like to say thank you all for all the lovely messages over the past 12 weeks and I do have a few more things planned in the future so please watch (or more aptly listen) this space…

    Go watch Jack’s Jurassic videos (and many more…) here: https://youtube.com/@terrordome3000?si=74W529rJObh98dtO

    Jack’s video about the visual narratives in Dominion is here:

    https://youtu.be/NWSh5aFiiz8?si=3hWt-S7nXtImKHjk

    Follow him on Twitter here: https://x.com/terrordome3k

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    Twitter: https://x.com/bamsam_md

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samphillips9985

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    Jun 25, 2025 1 hr 15 min

13. The Creators of The New Jurassic Era with James Mottram

    Episode 15

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    Happy Rebirth Release Day!

    I’m very excited to bring you my interview author of 3 behind the scenes ‘Jurassic’ books - James Mottram.

    We recorded this before I’d seen the film but after he’d seen it for the first time so this is spoiler free.

    We don’t just talk about Rebirth we also dig into how he came to create those books and we talk about our overall feeling for the series in the wake of a new film.

    We will be back for a spoiler discussion later this month!

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    Jul 2, 2025 52 min

14. Jurassic Graphics with Matthew Clark (Lead Graphic Designer for ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’)

    Episode 16

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    Today I am joined by the Lead Graphic Designer of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’, Matthew Clark, as we discuss the visual world building in the original 1993 movie.

    The conversation has made me see this film I love and have watched multiple times in a new light.

    If you want to follow Matthew and see some behind the scenes pictures from the new film then you can find him on Instagram here:

    @clarksworth

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    Jul 9, 2025 57 min

15. Jurassic World Rebirth (2025) SPOILER Review with Derrick Davis and James Mottram

    Episode 17

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    It’s finally here!

    Grab a Snickers, some Doritos and a can of Dr.Pepper and listen to our Spoiler review of ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’

    You can find more about Derrick and his fantastic book, ‘Invertiverse’ at https://derrickdavismedia.com/

    And more on British Cinematographers Magazine here (James’s interview with ‘Rebirth’ cinematographer John Mathiseon is in July’s issue)

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    Jul 23, 2025 1 hr 27 min

16. The “Final Episode” with (nearly) everyone

    Episode 18

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    Hello!

    I’m here with the ‘final episode’ of ‘Road to Rebirth’. Thank you all so much for listening along.

    Stay tuned for future announcements!

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    Aug 14, 2025 31 min

17. Jurassic 2025 - End of Year Special with Tom Jurassic and Conor O’Keeffe Bonus

    Episode 19

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    To round out the year and to launch the brand new podcast look and name I am joined by Conor O’Keeffe and Tom Jurassic to chat all things Jurassic’25.

    Tune in next week for part 2 with my interview with journalist Mark Newbold and a tease about the new upcoming 2026 season.

    Thanks for all the support in 2025 and Happy New Year!

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    Dec 31, 2025 1 hr 15 min

18. What Jurassic Can Learn from Star Wars with Mark Newbold (FanthaTracks) Bonus

    Episode 20

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    What can Jurassic learn from Star Wars? Would Jurassic work as a TV show or would it loose it’s special cinematic exclusivity?

    All of these questions and more are discussed in today’s special episode with my wonderful guest Mark Newbold!

    If you want to follow Mark’s work then please head to @prefect_timing on Instagram and visit https://www.fanthatracks.com/

    Here is also a link to Mark’s interview with David Vickery for ILM.com - https://www.ilm.com/jurassic-world-rebirth-david-vickery-interview-ilm/

    I will be back in a couple of weeks for a special introductory episode for my next season so make sure you listen to the end for details!

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    Jan 7, 2026 48 min

Season 2

1. Stones To Stories: The Book List

   Episode 1

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   Thirteen books, two hundred years, and one question: how did we get from fossils in the rock to dinosaurs on the page?

   This is the opening episode of Season 2 of The Pirates Don’t Eat The Tourists. The season is called Stones to Stories, and it traces prehistoric fiction from Victorian fossil folklore through pulp adventure to alien planets full of dinosaurs.

   Here is the reading list the season is built on:

   Jules Verne, Journey to the Centre of the Earth
   Arthur Conan Doyle, The Lost World
   Edgar Rice Burroughs, The Land That Time Forgot trilogy
   Ray Bradbury, A Sound of Thunder
   Anne McCaffrey, Dinosaur Planet
   Harry Adam Knight, Carnosaur
   Michael Crichton, Jurassic Park and The Lost World
   James Gurney, Dinotopia
   Greg Bear, Dinosaur Summer
   Robert T. Bakker, Raptor Red
   Stephen Baxter, Evolution
   Ethan Pettus, Primitive War
   Lee Murray, Into the Mist

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   Jan 21, 2026 22 min