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
238 episodes
The Future Lies At Depth - It's a Good Time to be a Geologist
In this episode of Planet Geo, Jesse and Chris delve into why now is an exhilarating time to be a geologist. They explore the importance of understanding what's beneath our feet—literally—and its implications for everything from finding deeper,...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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47:15
The Geology of Petoskey Stones
Join us as we dive deep into the world of Petoskey Stones, Michigan’s state fossil! 🌊 In this episode, Chris and Dr. Jesse explore the beautiful, fossilized coral known as Petoskey Stones. Discover how these unique stones, beloved by collectors...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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46:41
Buy Low, Sell High - It's a Good Time to Be a Geoscientist
It's a good time to Buy Geoscience! Join Chris and Jesse as they kick off an exciting series on why it's a great time to be a geoscientist! They dive into enrollment trends, industry demands, and the bright future ahead for those pa...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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38:17
Navigating Rocks - Field Geology and the Evolving Geosciences
Join us as we tackle the rocky topic of field geology's relevance in today's world, sparked by a listener question from Taylor. We delve deep into whether mapping rocks and fieldwork are becoming outdated or if they still hold significant value...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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36:46
Geology of Puddingstone
In this exciting episode of Planet Geo, Chris and Jesse dive deep into the fascinating world of pudding stones! From the picturesque Hertfordshire pudding stones in England to the Roxbury conglomerate in Massachusetts, and finally the scientifi...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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44:26
Gaia - The Earth As a System with Dean Lee Kump
In this episode of Planet Geo, hosts Jesse and Chris have an in-depth conversation with Dr. Lee Kump, Dean of the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences at Penn State. In a chat that's more exciting than discovering a trilobite fossil, they expl...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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57:17
Geology's Ologies
In this episode, Chris and Jesse delve into the various 'ologies' within geology, sparked by a listener question regarding the differences between geology and geography. The discussion explores the evolution and rebranding of geology department...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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29:28
Are These Earth's Oldest Rocks?
Get ready to dig deep into the geological weeds with Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis as they tackle the rock-solid debate about Earth's oldest rocks! Is the Ujaraaluk unit in Northern Quebec truly 4.25 billion years old? Or is it just a roc...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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1:08:23
The Hit and Run Rockies - With Professor Basil Tikoff
Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Basil Tikoff, a geoscience professor at the University of Wisconsin. We dive deep into the intriguing and controversial 'hit and run' model of the Rocky Mountains formation. From structural geolog...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:20:45
Idaho to Iceland - Shawn Willsey
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Shawn Willsey to explore his journey as a geologist and educator. We discuss his impactful YouTube channel, where he brings the wonders of geology to a broad audience, how COVID-19 influenced his e...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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1:07:42
Earth's Oldest Sediments - The Isua Supracrustal Belt
Hold onto your rock hammers, folks! 📉🌎 In this episode, we're peeling back the layers (pun intended) of the Isua Greenstone Belt in Southwest Greenland. Tune in as we dive into debates about changing the name of geology classes, virtual Fight C...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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42:45
The Geology of Quartz
Quartz crystals are often the first example of minerals that people see, and are a source of inspiration for many a young geologist. In this episode, we delve into a comprehensive discussion about quartz, a major rock-forming mineral characteri...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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56:53
Our Past Favorites #8 - Plants, Meanders, and How to Read a Geoscience Paper
Here is a link to the paper we discuss in this episode:In this episode, we talk about meandering streams. Why don't rivers flow in straight pa...
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Season 4
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Episode 53
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37:38
Our Past Favorites #7 - Not All Who Meander Are Lost
In this episode of Planet Geo, we delve into the fascinating world of meandering streams. Join Dr. Jesse Reimink and Chris Bolhuis as they reminisce about their favorite episodes and explore the dynamics of meandering rivers. We discuss why the...
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Season 4
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Episode 52
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42:06
Our Past Favorites #6 - The Geology of Wine with Brenna Quigley
n this holiday re-release episode of Planet Geo, we revisit our exciting conversation with Brenna Quigley, a geologist turned wine consultant and terroir expert. We discuss her unique career trajectory, the fascinating intersection of geology a...
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Season 4
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Episode 51
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1:02:00
Our Past Favorites #5 - Geology and National Defense with Dr. Stefanie Tompkins
In this episode of PlanetGeo, we chat with Dr. Stefanie Tompkins, the director of DARPA, about her incredible journey from geologist to leading one of the most innovative research organizations in the world. We discuss everything from her early...
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Season 4
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Episode 50
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49:58
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