PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast
A Geology and Earth Science Podcast. Join Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor, in discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on your everyday life. No prior knowledge required. New episodes coming at you every week. Listen, subscribe, share with someone you know!
Episodes
222 episodes
Our Past Favorites #4 - The Geology of Countertops
In this episode we dive into the fascinating world of countertops, exploring the geology behind the materials commonly used in kitchens and homes. They discuss the different types of rocks, including granite, pegmatite, marble, schist, gneiss, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 49
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38:29
Our Past Favorites #3 - The Age of the Earth or, How to Build a Planet
In this episode of Planet Geo, we dive deep into the fascinating topic of the age of the Earth and how planets form. We talk about why the age of the Earth is estimated to be around 4.55 billion years and the scientific methods behind determini...
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Season 4
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Episode 48
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33:09
Our Past Favorites #2 - Only The Strong Survive, The Geology of Sand
In this episode of Planet Geo, we dive back into one of our all-time favorite topics: the geology of sand! Join us as we explore why sand is not just beach filler but a critical resource with huge societal relevance. We discuss how different ty...
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Season 4
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Episode 47
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39:24
Our Past Favorites #1 - The Basics of Carbon Dating
In this episode of Planet Geo, we dive into the fascinating world of carbon dating. We revisit one of our favorite topics, explaining how carbon dating works, its limitations, and common misconceptions. From the basics of isotopes and half-live...
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Season 4
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Episode 46
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40:59
The Geology of Garnet
In this episode of Planet Geo, we dive deep into the fascinating world of Garnet. We discuss how Garnet can reveal geological history and conditions through its unique properties. We also touch on geochronology, specifically isochron methods, a...
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Season 4
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Episode 45
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58:24
Measuring Rocks - Brunton CEO Lauren Heerschap
In this episode of PlanetGeo, we sit down with Lauren Heerschap, the CEO of Brunton, to discuss her impressive and inspiring career journey. Lauren shares fascinating insights into her upbringing, her varied roles in geoscience, and the innovat...
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Season 4
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Episode 44
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53:22
How To Be a Geoscience Student
In this episode, we dive into the changing landscape of education, exploring our own experiences with nervousness, student engagement, and the evolving challenges faced by both teachers and students today. We discuss the balance between content...
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Season 4
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Episode 43
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47:53
Is Geology Getting Worse?
In this episode of "Planet Geo," we delve into whether geological events such as earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides, and extreme weather are becoming more common or severe. Through a lively and humorous discussion, including a guest appearance ...
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Season 4
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Episode 39
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36:51
The Science of Elevation - Hypsometry
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating concept of hypsometry and its applications in understanding Earth's topography. We start with a light-hearted email from a listener, but quickly transition into discussing the principles of hypsome...
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Season 4
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Episode 38
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39:31
Gymnast to Geoscientist - GeoGirl Dr. Rachel Phillips
In this episode we engage in a lively conversation with Dr. Rachel Phillips, popularly known as GeoGirl on YouTube. Rachel shares her journey from resisting geology despite her geologist parents, t...
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Season 4
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Episode 37
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1:12:55
Smash and Grab - How Big of a Sample Do You Need?
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of geological sampling. We start with a humorous discussion on episode titles and then transition into the complexities of geological sampling, including personal anecdotes about our own expe...
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Season 4
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Episode 36
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43:39
The Michigan Basin
In this episode of Planet Geo, we delve into the geology of the Michigan Basin, focusing on its formation, sedimentary layers, and economic significance. We discuss the concept of a self-fulfilling prophecy in basin formation, explaining how de...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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41:30
The Garnets Have Eyes
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of garnet eyes, discussing how these unique geological features form and what they reveal about the history of metamorphic rocks. We explore different types of reaction rims and depletion hal...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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27:07
The Geology of Eskers
In this episode of PlanetGeo, we delve into the fascinating world of eskers, exploring their formation, significance, and economic importance. We explain how eskers, sinuous ridges formed by pressurized meltwater channels at the base of glacier...
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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39:33
Field Observations - a How-To
Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis share their firsthand experiences and insights from recent fieldwork. The episode delves into their fascinating observations and discussions about various geological features, including lava inflation structu...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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48:45
Columnar Jointing - Icelandic Version
Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis delve into the fascinating geological phenomenon of columnar jointing, sharing insights from Chris's recent trip to Iceland. They discuss the formation, size variations, and unique patterns of these striking ...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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39:38
The Big Fill Slide - And Landslides Generally
In this episode of Planet Geo, Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis delve into the fascinating and sometimes perilous world of landslides, focusing on a recent landslide known as the Big Fill landslide that occurred in the Teton Pass. They discu...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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42:15
Kickstarting Continents - The Acasta Gneiss Complex Part II
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis delve into part two of their discussion on Earth's oldest rocks, specifically the Acasta Gneiss. They explore the origin, complex history, and significance of these ancient rocks, inc...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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31:42
Cave Decorations - Mammoth Size
Dive into the fascinating world of Mammoth Cave with Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis in this episode of Planet Geo. From understanding the types of passageways formed by ancient underground rivers to exploring the intricate and beautiful ca...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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30:34
Home Away From Home - The Grand Tetons
In this episode of Planet Geo, Chris Bolhuis and Dr. Jesse Reimink dive deep into the geology of the Grand Teton National Park. They cover the park's ancient rock formations, from the Archean gneiss to the granites formed around 2.5 billion yea...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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33:37