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best geology podcast

I researched the best geology podcasts by examining various sources, including Reddit discussions on r/geology and r/geologycareers, as well as websites like Player FM and Audible [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10]. There were several podcasts mentioned in multiple sources, indicating a consensus on their quality and relevance to the topic of geology. Given the variety of sources and the level of agreement among them, I am confident in the quality of the recommendations provided below.

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Nick on the Rocks

Nick on the Rocks is a podcast by a geology professor at Central Washington University [1] . It has been praised for its interesting videos and accessible content, making it suitable for people new to geology [7] . The podcast also has a YouTube channel featuring 5-minute video clips that air on PBS [7] .

Geology Bites

Geology Bites features short, in-depth interviews about geology topics [1] . It is hosted by James the Geologist and Bryan Baggins, who discuss various subjects such as rocks, climate, and classic topics in earth science [5] .

Geology Flannelcast

The Geology Flannelcast is a podcast where three geologists engage in fun conversations about science [1] . Listeners enjoy its entertaining and informative discussions [6] . The most recent episodes are available on their website [9] .

Planet Geo

Planet Geo is a conversational and educational podcast about geology, hosted by Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor [5] . The podcast has received a 5-star rating on Audible and is described as informative, enjoyable, and great for everyone [10] . New episodes are released weekly, covering a wide range of topics related to the Earth's features and their impact on everyday life [10] .

Earth and Environmental Science with Christian Shorey

This podcast, produced by the Colorado School of Mines, features deep lectures on geology topics [1] . It is available for free on iTunesU and covers geologic features and processes in detail [2] . The Earth and Environmental Systems Podcast is also available on their website [8] .

Science Sort Of

Science Sort Of is a general science podcast with contributors who are geologists, resulting in a focus on geology topics more than other podcasts [2] . They also discuss movies and beer in addition to geology [2] .

Don't Panic Geocast

Don't Panic Geocast covers a wide range of topics, including geology, geophysics, meteorology, and data collection [4] . The hosts are described as cool and fostering a good community, making for an enjoyable listening experience [4] .

Exploration Radio

Exploration Radio is a podcast featuring interviews and discussions with explorers about the challenges they have faced and what we can learn from them [5] . Although it covers a variety of science subjects, it includes geology-related topics as well [3] .

Volcanoes Podcast

The Volcanoes Podcast is hosted by Dr. Erik Klemetti and Dr. Janine Krippner and focuses on volcano research, interviews, and monthly topics [5] . It is described as a popular talking point for those interested in geology [6] . In conclusion, the podcasts mentioned above are highly recommended by various sources for their informative and engaging content related to geology. Depending on your interests and preferences, you can choose from a wide range of topics, formats, and styles to find the best geology podcast for you.

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Source: "Studying for the FG/PG Exam, Join me?" (from reddit, r/geologycareers)

Source: "PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast | Podcasts on Au..." (from web, www.audible.com)

  • PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast
    • By: Chris and Jesse
    • 5.0 rating out of 5 stars
    • Discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on everyday life
    • New episodes weekly
    • Topics discussed include: Carbon Cycle, experimental researchers, changing gas compositions, interior structure of the Earth, Internal Dynamics, Plate Tectonics, oxidation state of mafic minerals, and much more
    • Hosted by Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor
    • Available on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and their website
  • What’s Inside That Rock? Rock Man Ethan Penner
    • Geoscience communicator and producer of the What’s Inside That Rock video series
    • Available on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter @rockmanethan
    • Topics discussed include: Internal Dynamics, Plate Tectonics, oxidation state of mafic minerals, and much more
  • Reviews
    • 5 stars overall, performance, and story
    • Listeners describe it as great for everyone, fun and energetic, informative, and enjoyable

Source: "Awesome new geology podcast I found" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • The Nick Zentner Geology Podcast
    • Randomly stumbled upon this while looking for a new podcast
    • Looks like the guy is a professor in eastern Washington somewhere, and there are 9 or 10 episodes out so far, the first of which was only in December so it seems like episodes are still coming out
    • For someone just dipping their toes into geology, this podcast has been amazing so far
    • Might be a good suggestion for r/geology sidebar/wiki
  • Nick on the Rocks (YouTube videos)
    • Has some 5-minute video clips that air on PBS
    • Has some of the best YouTube geology videos
    • Link to YouTube playlist provided

Source: "The Geology Flannelcast" (from web, www.geologyflannelcast.com)

  • The Geology Flannelcast
    • Three geologists sit down and discuss the topics that no one else dares to touch
    • Most recent episodes available

Source: "Any Recommendations for a Geology/Environmental..." (from reddit, r/geology)

  • SEG’s podcast “Discovery to Recovery”
    • Covers different subjects related to economic geology and the mineral industry
    • Described as interesting
  • Volcanos
    • Described as a popular talking point
  • Geology Flannelcast
    • Described as enjoyable

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Source: "Best Geology Podcasts (2023) - Player" (from web, player.fm)

  • Geologic stories from the Pacific Northwest
    • Three geologists sit down and tackle the topics that no one else dares to touch
    • Guests, product reviews, and banter about recent developments
  • In-depth conversations in applied geophysics from the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG)
    • New episodes monthly
    • Highlights industry leaders, emerging research and technology, the social contributions of geoscience, and the latest geophysical, environmental, and engineering applications
  • Exploration Radio
    • Interviews and discussions with explorers about the challenges they have faced, what we stand to learn from them and how we can better prepare for the future
  • Brain Fun for Curious People
    • Catastrophes are part of life, discussion about stories of natural disaster, failure, and calamity, and what we learn from our fascination with digging through the rubble
  • Volcanoes Podcast
    • Hosted by Dr. Erik Klemetti and Dr. Janine Krippner
    • Monthly topics, banter about volcano research, and interviews
  • All the Randall You Can Handle
    • Oliver Strimpel, a former astrophysicist and museum director, interviews leading researchers to divulge what they have discovered and how they did it
  • Geology Yearly
    • Concentrated history of Planet Earth into one year
  • Fumes
    • True crime podcast about climate change, hosted and reported by award-winning investigative journalist Amy Westervelt
  • Geology Is Everywhere
    • 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
  • Terrible Lizards
    • Podcast about Dinosaurs with Dr David Hone and Iszi Lawrence
  • Geology Bites
    • Hosted by James the Geologist and Bryan Baggins, conversations about rocks and climate, classic topics in earth science
  • The Anthropocene Reviewed
    • #1 New York Times bestselling author John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet on a five-star scale
  • Geology Podcast Network
    • Source for geology news, career highlights, and insights by experts in the field
  • A Rational Fear
    • Australia’s best comedic voices and experts savage the news and drill down on climate change
  • Dr Karl’s Outrageous Facts
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Source: "Hey geo-nerds! Are there any good geology podca..." (from reddit, r/geology)

  • http://historyoftheearthcalendar.blogspot.com/
    • Described as “great” by a Reddit user with 25 karma
  • http://www.explorationradio.com/
    • Variety of science stuff
  • Don’t Panic Geocast
    • Me and my partner have been enjoying it for months
  • Stuff You Should Know
    • Natural science topics such as avalanches, mass extinctions, ice ages, etc.
  • An upcoming podcast by a Reddit user
    • Focused on the science and philosophy regarding the Earth System
  • Ologies
    • Variety of interviews with academics
  • BBC’s In Our Time science stream
    • More academic than Ologies
  • AAAS’s Science podcast
    • Reviews of papers published in Science
  • https://geology.mines.edu/sygn101-podcasts/
    • Not really podcasts, but online courses/lecture recordings on iTunes U.

Source: "Geology Podcast" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Nick on the Rocks
    • Geology professor at Central WA University
    • Has a lot of interesting videos
  • Geology Bites
    • Short interviews but very in depth
  • Geology Flannelcast
    • Fun conversation about science
  • Planet Geo
    • Conversational but very educational
  • Earth and Environmental Science with Christian Shorey
    • One of the older ones but really deep lectures
  • Geology on the Rocks
    • Get sidetracked but entertaining
    • By a geology professor and field geologist
    • On Spotify
  • School of Mines
    • Pretty good intro podcast

Source: "Your favorite geology podcast?" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Earth and Environmental Science by Colorado School of Mines
    • Course is free from ITunesU
    • Starts at the simplest of geologic features and processes and finishes after a very detailed story through Geologic time to the present
  • Science Sort Of
    • General science podcast
    • Contributors are geologists, so they cover geology more than any other podcast
    • They also talk about movies and beer
  • Science Friday
    • NPR radio show that does a great job covering any science stories in the news in detail
  • Nature
    • Science publication with a good podcast
  • Weekly Weinersmith
    • Spinoff of “Science Sort Of”
    • Done by the guy who does the SMBC comics and his wife who’s works in biology

Source: "Are there any good geology podcasts?" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Nick Zentner Geology Podcast
    • Accessible and interesting
    • Geology 101 series
  • Don’t Panic Geocast
    • Cover wide topics including geology, geophysics, meteorology, and data collection
    • Hosts are cool and foster a good community
  • Amoeba People Podcasts
    • Haven’t seen any new ones in a while

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