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EarthDate is a short-format weekly audio program delivering concise, science-based stories about the Earth: its geology, environments, and the processes that shape our planet over deep time and today. Beginning in 2026, EarthDate is managed by Switch Energy Alliance and hosted by SEA's founder Dr. Scott W. Tinker. Together, we explore earth systems, natural resources, and their relevance to everyd... more

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Sand is incredibly common. There are oceans of it – in oceans, and deserts too. But, for our purposes, that’s not the right kind of sand.

We use sand in concrete, to make bridges and roads, buildings, houses and power plants. We use it in glassmakin... more

In 1985, a passenger jet landing at DFW airport was forced to the ground by an unusual downward blast of wind called a downburst. The plane struck cars on the highway and a water tank, then crashed on the airfield, killing more than 100 people.

It w... more

Before modern energy gave us modern air conditioning, we had sweat to keep us cool. And shade. And maybe a jump in a lake.

Animals still rely on those today to beat the heat. Horses, like humans, sweat. When the sweat evaporates, it cools the skin. ... more

If you’ve been on a boat, pretty much anywhere in the tropics, you’ve seen mangrove forests.

There are at least 75 species of these small trees, evolved to live in harsh tidal conditions, their roots in sand, their trunks often submerged in saltwate... more

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EarthDate is a weekly, short-format science series delivering concise, accessible Earth science stories. Episodes cover a wide range of topics—from geology, climate history, and natural hazards to space weather and planetary patterns—highlighting how deep-time processes shape today's environments and everyday life. The program often weaves history, interdisciplinary research, and real-world implications (energy, sustainability, infrastructure, and policy) into approachable narratives, sometimes inviting audience participation or pointing to production partners and resources for deeper exploration. A notable throughline is translating complex Earth systems into practical takeaways, making it appealing to listeners who want quick, credible sc... more

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