Geology Bites

I started reading Annals of a Former World by John McPhee and was inspired to learn more about geology. Geology Bites came highly recommended in my search for a suitable podcast. I agree with one of the other reviewers here that it sets the bar for science podcasts quite high. The website is a great companion to the podcast series and it adds a visual element that has ever so helpful. I adore the host. He is so intelligent and carries the conversation forward expertly. The guests are so informative as well. A really excellent series.

Excellent podcast. Great guests and topics, with a focused, academic style. May be somewhat technical for those who haven’t been received any education on geology, and I would count myself as such a person, but it left me wanting to study more and fill in the gaps. I listened through the whole run twice, I can say this of no other podcast

Geology Bites is outstanding. I often feel like I’m participating in the interview when Oliver Strimpel anticipates my next question. The guests are leaders in their field and Q articulate an interesting variety of geology- adjacent topics. A very good podcast.

A thrill to listen to. The best science communication I’ve come across in the podcast world. Find yourself just a little curious about earth science? That’s all you need to make Geology Bites a rewarding listen. The host (Oliver Strimpel) brings on outstanding research scientists from a wide range of specialties. They’re deeply knowledgeable and yet still full of excitement and curiosity. Oliver does a consistently impressive job ensuring that the conversation is clear and the language accessible even as he and his guests explore the nuances that make the science so fascinating. A rare opportunity to hear practicing scientists share what they know and what they still want to learn.

I just recently discovered this erudite podcast, and I highly recommend it. The half hour segments are formatted as conversations about topics in geology that many of us who love geology haven’t had opportunity to explore. The experts are leading researchers, the website materials and transcripts make it a complete package. Not a second is wasted. Love it!