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Ice Coffee: the history of human activity in Antarctica

Matthew Alan McArthur
Antarctic Peninsula
Mawson Station
Antarctica
ANARE
CSIRO
Beech Staggerwing
Antarctic Aviation History

A history of human activity in Antarctica

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes167Founded12 years ago
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HistoryScienceNatural Sciences

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Latest Episodes

The FIDS investigate why all those seals are pining for the fjords, the Argentines engage in naval gazing, the Chileans extend their EEZ to meet everyone else' "not touching you, can't get mad" boundary, and the Uruguayans think about forming a plan ... more

FIDS get sledging. Major Moreno gets protest notes. Chile gets left out for an episode. Eva Peron's bust gets busted.

A rambling, meandering episode full of happenstance reminiscences that barely ties in to the Antarctic history thread of this series through an encounter with Antarctic novel author Evelyn and an interview with Cam Hawley about the restoration of the... more

An interview with Christine Rees about finding her path south through water chemistry lab skills. Better living through chemistry indeed!

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Recent Guests

Cam Hawley
Owner/restorer of Beech Staggerwing aircraft
Hawley family aviation restoration
Episode: 164_Cam_Hawley_and_the_Antarctic_Staggerwing
Christine Rees
Hydrochemist focused on nutrient analysis in aquatic systems
CSIRO / Australian Antarctic program
Episode: 163_Christine_Rees_and_Antarctic_water_chemistry

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Matt
Host of the podcast; appears across multiple episodes, providing narrative-driven history and commentary on Antarctic exploration.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • A Really Great Podcast

    After hearing Matt speak on The Moth podcast I had to very quickly search for his said podcast. I was instantly hooked. After listening to the 1st 38 episode I don’t see myself being able to stop any time soon. Documentaries on YouTube don’t quite do the topic justice. Tho tracking down photos and maps to relate to the podcast episodes is another great time waster.

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    5
    octyfly
    Australia3 years ago
  • Fucking brilliant.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Matt the ice coffee podcast guy
    4 years ago
  • Fucking brilliant.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Matt the ice cof
    4 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Wilson
    6 years ago
  • Really awesome history of human activity in Antarctica. Informative and humorous. Great stuff!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jim Butler
    6 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience attitudes toward Antarctic history and exploration are generally positive, with praise for accuracy and depth.
The host's narration is engaging and informative, with strong storytelling even when topics are dense.
Some feedback notes the delivery can feel lecture-like at times, but the content remains highly valued by fans.
Listeners appreciate the detailed historical context and knowledgeable storytelling about Antarctica.

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163_Christine_Rees_and_Antarctic_water_chemistry
Q: What was your first experience arriving near Antarctica and arriving by ship?
Her first experience involved arriving near Commonwealth Bay during a Mawson's Hut voyage on the Aurora Australis, where VIPs and media were aboard and the crew engaged in ceremonies, later giving her the opportunity to explore ice and penguin habitat on the surface.
163_Christine_Rees_and_Antarctic_water_chemistry
Q: Christine, what was your understanding of Antarctica up to the point that you actually got to go there? What was your interest?
Christine describes Antarctica as a mystery she longed to visit, driven by fascination with wildlife and the sheer scale of the place, and she pursued a pathway in chemistry and hydrochemistry that ultimately led to an invitation to join a research voyage.

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A history-focused show exploring human activity in Antarctica through archival storytelling, personal narratives, and geopolitical context. Episodes thread together exploration milestones, territorial debates, and logistics of living and operating in extreme environments, often weaving in firsthand accounts, shipboard life, and the human cost of polar endeavors. The format tends to blend meticulous research with vivid, narrative-driven narration, appealing to listeners who enjoy deep-dive history, science, and adventure. Noteworthy is the commitment to rendering complex polar history accessible and engaging through careful storytelling and period detail, making it appealing for anyone curious about how humans have interacted with one of the... more

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