April 09, 2023

best geology podcast

During my research, I examined several Reddit threads and a podcast website to gather information on the best geology podcasts. There was a fair amount of consensus on some popular options, but recommendations varied depending on users' preferences and interests. Sources included discussions from 1 to 9 years ago and covered a range of geology-related podcasts. Although some podcasts were mentioned more than once, the lack of a unanimous winner means that there may be some uncertainty in determining the absolute best geology podcast.

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Don't Panic Geocast

Don't Panic Geocast was a frequently recommended podcast among Reddit users. The podcast covers topics such as geology, geophysics, and general science. The hosts are praised for their light-hearted and thoughtful approach, with listeners claiming to learn something new from each episode.
The Nick Zentner Geology Podcast

The Nick Zentner Geology Podcast

The Nick Zentner Geology Podcast was recommended by a Reddit user as a good podcast for beginners.
BBC Radio 4's In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg and Life Scientific

BBC Radio 4's In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg and Life Scientific

"In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg" and "Life Scientific" on BBC Radio 4 were suggested as podcasts that have covered geology. "Life Scientific" episodes have discussed topics like earthquakes and fracking, while "In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg" has several episodes in the science section on geology.

Other Recommendations

Several other podcasts were mentioned, including History of the Earth Calendar, Exploration Radio , Ologies , The Earth & Environmental Science Podcast by Dr. Christian Shorey , and WeMartians Podcast . These podcasts cover a range of topics related to geology, earth science, and even planetary science. In conclusion, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the best geology podcast. The most popular options appear to be Don't Panic Geocast and Geology Flannelcast, but other options like Science...Sort Of, Earth and Environmental Science by Colorado School of Mines, and BBC Radio 4's In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg may also be worth exploring. Ultimately, the best geology podcast for an individual listener will depend on their specific interests and preferences.

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Source: "PlanetGeo: The Geology Podcast - TopPodcast.com" (from web, toppodcast.com)

  • “Best Geology Podcast”
    • Podcasts
      • History of the Earth
      • The Geology Flannelcast
      • Don’t Panic Geocast
      • The Titanium Physicists Podcast
      • Palaeocast
      • The Geology Podcast Network
      • The Science Report
    • Other resources
      • Geology.com
      • USGS podcast
      • Colorado School of Mines podcast series
      • Science Friday

Note: Due to the webpage being unable to be fetched, the information provided here is from an alternative source.

Source: "Geology podcast for beginner?" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Relevant information from webpage:
    • The Nick Zentner Geology Podcast is recommended by a user with 2 karma
    • Another user recommends the Don’t Panic Geocast
    • A user suggests The Earth & Environmental Science Podcast by Dr. Christian Shorey, a professor at The Colorado School of Mines
    • The Geology Flannelcast is recommended by a user as well
  • None

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

  • “Best Geology Podcast” Query Results:
    • “Any Recommendations for a Geology/Environmental podcast?” Reddit post from 1 year, 2 months ago in r/geology with 2 points and 4 comments.
      • First comment (3 karma):
        • SEG’s “Discovery to Recovery” podcast
        • Covers different subjects related to economic geology and mineral industry
        • Interesting content
      • Second comment (2 karma):
        • Volcanoes as a popular talking point
      • Third comment (2 karma):
        • Question on whether OP is searching for podcasts to listen to or ideas for own podcast
      • Fourth comment (2 karma):
        • “The Geology Flannelcast” recommended
        • Enjoyable content

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

  • Two recommended geology podcasts:
    • Don’t Panic Geocast
      • Topics include geophysics and science
      • Hosts are great and topics are fun and thoughtful
      • Light-hearted vibe
      • Learn something every show
    • WeMartians Podcast
      • Generally about space and Mars
      • Regularly features geologists and Planetary Scientists to talk about Mars stuff like gullies and eskers
    • User suggested a Martian meteorites episode, which the host agreed to do
  • Another recommended geology podcast:
    • Geology Flannelcast
      • Very informative and entertaining
      • Hosts joke around a lot
      • It gets more organized after the first few episodes

Source: "Hi I host a STEAM education podcast (Everything..." (from reddit, r/geology)

  • None

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Source: "Hey geo-nerds! Are there any good geology podca..." (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Reddit thread on “best geology podcast” from 4 years ago
    • Users recommended the following:
      • History of the Earth Calendar
      • Exploration Radio
      • Don’t Panic Geocast
      • Stuff You Should Know
      • Past Time
      • Generation Anthropocene
      • Third Pod From the Sun
      • I Know Dino: The Big Dinosaur Podcast
      • Ologies
      • Podship Earth
      • BBC’s In Our Time science stream
      • Science podcast by AAAS
      • SYGN101 Podcasts by Colorado School of Mines
      • Online courses/lecture recordings on iTunes U

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

  • “Your favorite geology podcast?” discussion thread on r/geology from 9 years ago
    • A reddit user recommended a free course called “Earth and Environmental Science” by Colorado School of Mines available on iTunesU that covers all geologic features and processes, and geologic time to the present
      • Another reddit user provided a direct link to the course
      • Another reddit user appreciated the way the first chapter explained terms like theory, fact, hypothesis, etc.
    • A reddit user explained that podcast is like a radio show but designed for the MP3 format, and that one can find and download podcasts using a search engine
    • Another reddit user recommended the “Science Sort Of” podcast, which covers geology along with other science topics
      • The user also recommended NPR’s “Science Friday” and “Nature” podcasts
      • Another recommendation was the “Weekly Weinersmith,” a spinoff of “Science Sort Of” podcast, covering science and biology.

Source: "Any good podcasts related to geology (or earth ..." (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Coastal and Marine Geology by USGS Coastal and Marine Geology Science Center Team https://itun.es/gb/P4dBw.c
  • Geology Kitchen by Explorer Multimedia https://itun.es/gb/4yKNG.c
  • In Our Time by BBC Radio 4 https://itun.es/gb/pdVxe.c
    • The science related episodes are always a joy
  • Brian Cox’s recent podcasts https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-infinite-monkey-cage/id343580439?mt=2
  • Science…Sort Of
    • Great for commutes
    • hosted by a paleontologist
  • Don’t Panic Geocast
  • Randall Carlson podcast on the Joe Rogan Experience covers a good bit of geology, mostly ancient history
  • Generation Anthropocene - not strictly geology but in the broader field of earth & environmental sciences
  • Palaeocast is good
    • they’re also working on a virtual Natural History Museum which is worth checking out.
  • A reddit user is thinking about starting a Geology podcast

Source: "Any good geologic podcast recommendations?" (from reddit, r/geology)

  • Reddit thread from 8 years ago about geology podcast recommendations
    • User asked for good geologic podcast recommendations for listening to at work
    • No clear recommendations were given, but users suggested two BBC Radio 4 podcasts that have covered geology: “Life Scientific” and “In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg”
      • “Life Scientific” episodes that have discussed geology include one with Zoe Shipton about earthquakes and fracking and one with Sanjeev Gupta, a planetary geologist who works on the Curiosity mission
      • “In Our Time with Melvyn Bragg” has several episodes in the science section on geology, but may require some sifting through.

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

  • Reddit discussion on geology podcasts

    • Earth and Environmental Systems Podcast

    • History of Earth Podcast

    • Don’t Panic Geocast

    • www.geologicpodcast.com is not about geology but worth a listen

    • Related Reddit thread on favorite geology podcasts

    • In Defense of Plants suggestion

    • Comment on using podcasts to fall asleep

    • Comment on a geology podcast being interesting

    • Comment on being a geology major and not needing a geology podcast to stay awake

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