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Geologists from Planet Earth

Julie Hollis
Geology
Mauritania
Afghanistan
Antarctica
Women In Geology
Fieldwork
Sahara Desert
British Geological Survey
Art
Mining
U.S. Department Of Defense
Musgrave Block
Greenland
Achaean Rocks
Georesources
Aeon Sounds Project
Namibia
Hydrology
Australia
Petrology

Ever wondered what kind of people dedicate their lives to rocks? ‘Geologists from Planet Earth’ might challenge your ideas. In this podcast, geologists tell their stories, a geologist who dodged lions during fieldwork, another who turned ancient rock data into music, and one who found love (and radioactive rocks) working for the Pentagon in Afghanistan. There's a geologist who found working on Gre... more

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Kristopher Szilas's geological journey began by abseiling down a 500-meter cliff face. In this episode, we hear how his rock-climbing prowess landed him a dream job sampling for gold in Greenland – an experience he'll tell you felt mo... more

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Richard White is a man whose PhD involved spending weeks utterly alone in Australia's central desert. In this episode, he recounts tales of encountering herds of camels (while in bed!), carrying half a ton of rocks in an overloaded 4W... more

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Alina, with stunning grace and grit, transformed herself from a village girl tending cattle to an indomitable spirit, working for her nation's water security. From stumbling upon geology, to drilling for water in the driest corners of... more

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Chris is a geologist whose passion for the planet was ignited by a trekking trip to K2. Prepare for an absorbing tale of Antarctic fieldwork, traveling by icebreaker (much better than flying), battling katabatic winds strong enough to... more

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This episode introduces the Emily, who quite literally found love (and some really interesting rocks) while running a Pentagon-backed mineral exploration program in Afghanistan. Prepare for "free-range geologists" navigating perilous ... more

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Meet Tim Ivanic, a British-Australian geologist who started life as an artist. Tim fused his passions for rocks and art in the 'Aeon Sounds Project', turning geological data into music and sound: imagine volcanoes as instruments, geol... more

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David Schofield never really planned on being a geologist. But sometimes, life (and an outbreak of foot and mouth disease) throws you a curveball. David recounts his adventures mapping vast stretches of the Saharan desert, learning to... more

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Gillian is a Nairobi-based geologist who didn't exactly stumble into the field, but rather, geology found her, from a phone call that led her on a new path to discovering her purpose. Gillian's early experiences of fieldwork in a remo... more

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Kristopher Szilas
Geologist focused on Greenland and petrology
Natural History Museum of Denmark
Episode: Geological fieldwork: the ultimate adventure - Kristopher Szilas
Richard White
A geologist who specializes in metamorphic rocks and high-temperature geological processes.
St. Andrews University
Episode: Solo geological fieldwork: a path to independence - Richard White
Alina Khalida
Geologist and geo-hydrologist from Namibia
Namibia Water Corporation
Episode: The power of a geology education - Alina Khalida
Chris Carson
A geologist specializing in metamorphic petrology and structural geology.
Geoscience Australia
Episode: The Omega man: alone in the Antarctic - Chris Carson
Emily King
A geologist with extensive experience in mineral exploration, particularly in Afghanistan.
Founder of Prospector
Episode: Geology and self-reliance: figuring stuff out in Afghanistan - Emily King
Tim Ivanic
British Australian geologist working for the Geological Survey of Western Australia in Perth
Geological Survey of Western Australia
Episode: Communicating geology as art - Tim Ivanic
David Schofield
Chief Geologist for Nuclear Waste Services UK
Nuclear Waste Services UK
Episode: Geological fieldwork as a window to the world - David Schofield
Gillian Becky
Consultant geologist specializing in sustainable exploration and exploitation of georesources
Episode: We belong here too: women in field geology - Gillian Becky

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Julie Hollis
Host of Geologists from Planet Earth

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Solo geological fieldwork: a path to independence - Richard White
Q: When we were out there, we found some metaphyllites. What were you particularly interested in out there?
Richard mentions he was especially interested in the high-temperature metamorphic processes that formed these rocks.
Solo geological fieldwork: a path to independence - Richard White
Q: So how did you get into this PhD in the middle of the Australian desert?
Richard explains it was a bit accidental, starting from his master's work and using materials from the Musgrave Block as part of his PhD research.
We belong here too: women in field geology - Gillian Becky
Q: How do you think your early experiences of fieldwork have shaped your career path?
Gillian discusses the challenges women face in the field and emphasizes the importance of confidence and pushing through discouragement.
We belong here too: women in field geology - Gillian Becky
Q: Can you tell us about one of your early experiences of doing field work?
Gillian describes a challenging experience during fieldwork in Kajiado where she faced the threat of lions in the wild while collecting samples.
We belong here too: women in field geology - Gillian Becky
Q: What got you into geology?
Gillian shares her curiosity about the environment and how encouragement from a friend led her to choose geology as a major.

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Exploring the personal narratives of geologists, this podcast showcases the diverse and unexpected journeys of individuals who have dedicated their lives to studying the Earth. Listeners can expect intriguing stories such as a geologist who faced wild animals in the field, another who synthesized geological data into musical compositions, and experiences of working in extreme environments like Antarctica and Afghanistan. These narratives not only highlight the professional challenges and triumphs within the geosciences but also touch on themes of resilience, innovation, and the passion that drives these professionals to understand and protect our planet. Unique perspectives on the integration of art and science further enrich the discussion... more

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Recent guests on Geologists from Planet Earth include:

1. Kristopher Szilas
2. Richard White
3. Alina Khalida
4. Chris Carson
5. Emily King
6. Tim Ivanic
7. David Schofield
8. Gillian Becky

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