This podcast episode tells the remarkable story of Annie Montague Alexander, a trailblazing paleontologist and philanthropist who left an indelible mark on the field of vertebrate zoology in the early 20th century. Despite societal constraints, Annie defied conventions, made pioneering contributions to the study of fossils, and generously supported the establishment of the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology at UC Berkeley, California, securing the legacy of this valuable scientific resource.