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Attributes, Anomalies & Unicorns....wait, what?

Dr. Heather Bedle and Dr. April Moreno-Ward
Geoscience Education
Geology
Machine Learning
Seismic Attributes
Channels
Geoscience
Geophysics
Public Speaking
Llms
Seismic Data
Seismic Tomography
Seismic Coherence
Amplitude
Deep Water Channels
Science Communication
Education
Audience Feedback
Women In Geosciences
Academia
AAPG

2 geophysicist PhDs. Zero filter. Attributes, Anomalies & Unicorns is what happens when seismic attributes, machine learning, geologic interpretation collides with unicorns, conspiracy theories, AI-generated songs, and whatever else wanders into the room. Hosted by Dr. Heather Bedle and Dr. April Moreno-Ward. Expect giggling, tangents, the occasional travel adventure, and a loose plan that rarely ... more

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We will call this season 1.5 or pre-season 2??

Heather and April head out for a walk on a beautiful Thursday. We start with suggestions on how to write emails to potential grad advisors, sidetrack into a discussion of investments and how your brain ... more

There may have been rats and roaches, but we survived the walk....or did we?

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* YouTube: @AttributesAnomaliesandUnicorns

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(00:00) Intro

(00:35) STUDENTS!!! Aniq and Akif

(02:36) Hilmi... more

We survived the first full day of IMAGE 2026! And we had thoughts, while sitting in our socks... let's see if any make sense...

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* YouTube: ⁠@AttributesAnomaliesandUnicorns⁠

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Season finale. Reflective but fun. Heather and I lookback, we look forward, and we figure out if any of this was a good idea. Who knows, but it was fun!!!!

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* Insta: ⁠heather.april.unicorn⁠

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An impromptu session to see what Gen Z thinks about us oldies saying rocks are cool! Warning: terrible song included at the end

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Heather and April talk about where geoscience is going, where they are going, and what they are most excited about. Can you guess the answers to any of these??

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* YouTube: ⁠@AttributesAnomaliesand... more

Heather and April discuss some of the challenges within geoscience and ponder how we can find ways to give back...

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* Insta: ⁠heather.april.unicorn⁠

* YouTube: ⁠@AttributesAnomaliesandUnicorns⁠

* ⁠Merch!! ⁠

(00:00) Intro

(01:... more

The things we probably shouldn't say out loud. We're saying them anyway.

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(00:00) Introduction

(03:58) Everyone should have a geologi... more

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Dr. Chris Garnow
Sociologist
New York City, Oklahoma (as described in intro)
Episode: 5.5 Questions with a Sociologist: NOT a mini episode LOL
Robert Bedle
Retired engineer
Self-employed/retired engineer
Episode: 5 Questions with an Engineer: Mini Episode

Hosts

Heather Bedle
Co-host of the show, geoscientist and educator; host of Attributes, Anomalies & Unicorns; professor at University of Oklahoma; geophysicist; sustainable energy advocate
April Moreno-Ward
Co-host of the show, geophysicist and educator; host of Attributes, Anomalies & Unicorns; PhD holder; educator

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Gen Z: Rather be fishing than talking geoscience?
Q: So Jonah, what is the biggest mystery of the universe?
Jonah suggests infinity and what lies beyond, contemplating whether there is an edge or end to the universe and recognizing the limits of human understanding.
5 Questions with an Engineer: Mini Episode
Q: Between Heather's Geoscience degree and my BA in Classics, which degree do you feel is more made up?
There's no competition in my view; the Classics degree is not more made up, but Heather's geoscience path is legitimate within the realm of physics- and math-based studies, while acknowledging the practical considerations of job prospects and family responsibilities.
5 Questions with an Engineer: Mini Episode
Q: What did you think when Heather told you she wanted to be a geoscientist?
I thought it was reasonable because geophysics is math- and physics-based, though the engineer in me would have preferred she pursue mechanical engineering or another traditional engineering path, because that might align more with classic engineering career trajectories.
5.5 Questions with a Sociologist: NOT a mini episode LOL
Q: What role does education and political participation play in shaping opinions and tuition trends?
Policies and voting patterns, especially among older populations, significantly influence funding, tuition, and how information circulates; participation and self-interest can drive support for certain programs.
5.5 Questions with a Sociologist: NOT a mini episode LOL
Q: Why do conspiracy theories attract people, and who tends to believe them?
Conspiracy beliefs often attract those with lower perceived social power; people seek simple explanations for complex systems, and mistrust in institutions enhances susceptibility.

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Two geophysicists with PhDs discuss science communication, teaching philosophy, and practical aspects of working in geology, often blending humor with accessible explanations of complex topics. Episodes cover teaching methods, data visualization ethics, AI and machine learning in geoscience, field experiences, and the human side of research—highlighting how to explain difficult ideas to non-specialists, manage biases in data, and balance rigor with engaging storytelling. The tone is casual, introspective, and witty, with recurring threads about channel systems, seismic interpretation, color mapping, and the challenges of conveying science in bite-sized formats. Noteworthy are the hosts' strong emphasis on critical thinking, mentorship, and ... more

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