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The Big Blue Rock Pod

The Big Blue Rock Pod

Written by: Kentucky Geological Survey
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 Welcome to the Big Blue Rock Pod, produced by the Kentucky Geological Survey, at the University of Kentucky. This podcast is a fun, conversational approach to discussing all things geology and earth processes. We primarily focus on Kentucky. We talk emerging ideas in research, along with classic topics in earth science for all levels of interest.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Biological Sciences Earth Sciences Nature & Ecology Science
Episodes
  • Ep. 53: From Seam to Ash: A Career in Coal

    Ep. 53: From Seam to Ash: A Career in Coal
    Apr 29 2026

    Matt, Sarah, and Doug talk with world-renowned applied energy researcher Jim Hower. They discuss the University of Kentucky Center for Applied Energy Research, coal petrology, coal research, the Fire Clay coal, sampling coal, sampling coal-fired power plants, fly ash, rare earth elements, and the future of applied energy research.
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    50 mins
  • Ep. 52: New Harmonizing with Dr. Cobb

    Ep. 52: New Harmonizing with Dr. Cobb
    Mar 31 2026

    Matt, Sarah, and Doug speak with former KGS Director and State Geologist Jim Cobb. They talk about James Hutton, New Harmony, Indiana, the job of a State Geologist, the 12th Geological Survey at KGS, digital data dissemination, the legend of Dr. Paul Potter, loving our jobs, and much more!
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    44 mins
  • Ep. 51: Friction and Fjords: Curling Stones and The Wave

    Ep. 51: Friction and Fjords: Curling Stones and The Wave
    Feb 27 2026

    Jam packed show! Fresh of the Winter Olympics, Matt, Sarah, and Doug discuss the geology of curling stones. Next, back by popular demand (not really), they break down another Norwegian geology disaster film and discuss the 2015 film The Wave. They discuss rockslide-induced tsunamis, challenges of modeling unstable slopes and potential tsunamis, fjords, rockslope monitoring, geologists who are hoarders, and much more! Please hit the Like and Subscribe buttons to stay up to date on future episodes, and to help us grow this series. And, please offer feedback and suggestions for future guests!
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    53 mins
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