Don't Panic Geocast

Episode Archive

Episode Archive

421 episodes of Don't Panic Geocast since the first episode, which aired on January 16th, 2015.

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    Episode 419 - "Diamonds Everywhere" A States

    August 8th, 2025  |  48 mins 19 secs

    Pack your bags — we’re hitting the geologic road! In this episode of Don't Panic Geocast, John and Shannon kick off a new series exploring the best geo-themed road trip stops in every U.S. state, starting with Alabama, Alaska, and Arkansas. From crystal hunting to tectonic tales, it’s a mix of places we’ve explored and destinations still on our bucket list. Whether you're planning a trip or just dreaming of one, this is the geo-travel inspo you didn’t know you needed.

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    Episode 418 - "I like the crystal habit"

    August 1st, 2025  |  50 mins 55 secs

    In this episode of Don't Panic Geocast, John and Shannon dive into their favorite minerals, sharing what makes these crystalline companions so captivating. From shimmering hematite to vividly colored tourmaline, they explore mineral properties, formation quirks, and the stories behind their top picks. Whether you're a rockhound or just curious, this episode is sure to spark your inner mineral nerd.

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    Episode 417 - "Who are you?"

    July 11th, 2025  |  1 hr 4 mins

    We're back from summer break - Shannon taught field camp, John travelled for work and got hailed on, and more!

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    Episode 416 - "Life is a Physics Exam"

    May 16th, 2025  |  54 mins 59 secs

    This week we talk about how we power our instruments in the field and all of the weird and wonderful ways they fail. Including getting turned into charcoal by lightning!

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    Episode 415 - "Fiat 500 Volcanic Bomb"

    April 25th, 2025  |  48 mins 12 secs

    This week we talk hail, Vesuvius, volcanic bombs, and vitrified brains. Don't miss it!

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    Episode 414 - "Closed Because of Landslide"

    April 18th, 2025  |  1 hr 5 mins

    Shannon's class took a trip to study catestrophic sedimentation... and they found it!

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    Episode 413 - "Waterfalls I Have Loved"

    April 4th, 2025  |  57 mins 30 secs

    This week its all about waterfalls and some local and global ones that we have enjoyed over the years.

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    Episode 412 - "Unpopular Flavor of Capri Sun"

    March 7th, 2025  |  48 mins 42 secs

    This week we talk about snow forecasting as the winter season starts to wrap up and try to figure out if you're really happier in the morning or not!

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    Episode 411 - "TSA Does Not Care About Your Data "

    February 14th, 2025  |  45 mins 27 secs

    How do geologists figure out when a landslide happened? From tree rings to cosmic rays, we break down the detective work behind dating geomorphic features! Plus, a Fun Paper Friday that answers the question - can Dorito dust make your skin transparent?

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    Episode 410 - "GEARS OIL UTEP"

    February 7th, 2025  |  48 mins 18 secs

    We just wrapped up our first-ever on-site GEARS Workshop at UTEP and it was a massive success! 🎉 Tune in as we break down the highlights, what we learned, and how this hands-on geoscience training is evolving for the future.

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    Episode 409 - "Resolutions"

    January 24th, 2025  |  1 hr 7 mins

    This week, it's time for our 2025 resolutions show, where we see how we can improve this year and discuss everything that's changed in the past year!

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    Episode 408 - "Everywhere there's cottonwood trees"

    January 17th, 2025  |  41 mins 23 secs

    This week we wrap up our finding faults show started oh so long ago! Learn how to identify faults in the field and then relax with a coffee with a physicist! A perfectly spherical coffee on a frictionless plane that is!

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    Episode 407 - "If you like dragons, that's important to you" Joshua Pearce

    December 27th, 2024  |  1 hr 12 mins

    This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Joshua Pearce to the show! We dive into the world of open-source hardware for academic labs, the challenges and rewards of open-sourcing projects, and the exciting opportunities it creates for researchers and the general public alike. Tune in for a fascinating discussion about innovation, making, and the future of accessible technology!

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    Episode 406 - "Taking in all the really interesting things"

    December 20th, 2024  |  57 mins 26 secs

    Shannon went to AGU and we're updated on the meeting and what cool new science things she saw!

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    Episode 405 - "Getting Tensor"

    December 6th, 2024  |  56 mins 20 secs

    Faults are fractures in the Earth's crust where movement has occurred, creating features that are critical to understanding geological processes. In this episode, we explore how to recognize fault zones in the field, examine their widths at different depths, and analyze the breakage patterns and deformation features that define them.

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    Episode 404 - "So Many Paperclips"

    November 29th, 2024  |  50 mins 22 secs

    This week, we explore lithium's geological formation, mining, processing, and its growing importance in the energy revolution. We also dive into exciting developments in Arkansas, which could make the U.S. a major player in domestic lithium production.