S3 Ep10. Needles and Navigation with Lauren Heerschap
For our latest episode, we dig (literally) into the world of geological field tools with geologist Lauren Heerschap, CEO of Brunton - one of our sponsors. Join us as we discuss Lauren's journey from geologist to designing tools to running a company! Lauren Heerschap (she/her) is a geologist and educator whose invention of the revolutionary Axis transit led to her to working alongside Brunton for its launch. One thing led to another and in 2021, her and her husband, David, were able to purchase Brunton, helping ensure the brand's longevity as the main US manufacturer of quality compasses used around the world by geologists, outdoor recreationists, and military professionals. Social links:Brunton FB - https://www.facebook.com/BruntonInternationalBrunton Insta - https://www.instagram.com/brunton_intl/Brunton LinkedIn - Brunton InternationalBrunton YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@bruntoninternationalLauren FB - https://www.facebook.com/lauren.heerschap.1Lauren Insta - https://www.instagram.com/laurenheerschap/
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S3 Ep9. Industry and Igneous Materials with Wainwright Aggregates
Coming soon
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S3 Ep8. Whispers and Wonder with Anjana Khatwa
Our relationship with the natural world can be both emotional and spiritual , as well as one of just physical science. But by blending those, we can create an even deeper understanding and respect for the processes and history of our planet. Here to talk to us more about this connection, and her new book "The Whispers of Rock" is Earth Scientist, Presenter and Author, Anjana Khatwa.Dr Anjana Khatwa (She/Her/Hers) is an award-winning earth scientist who has worked for several universities, the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and the National Trust. Dr Khatwa has contributed to and presented TV programmes for the BBC as well as ITV. She has been given the Geographical Award for public engagement by the Royal Geographical Society, the RH Worth Award by the Geological Society of London and the Halstead Medal from the Geologists’ Association. In 2021, she received a National Diversity Award in recognition of her work to champion inclusion within earth science and natural heritage and the same year was longlisted for the 2021 Nan Shepherd Prize for nature writing. She lives with her family in Dorset in a house filled with rocks and fossils collected from all over the world. The Whispers of Rock is her first book.Author of The Whispers of Rock: Stories from the EarthReleased 4th September 2025 (UK) and 4th November 2025 (USA)https://geoscientist.online/sections/books-and-arts/whispers-of-rock-stories-from-earth/tiktok @jurassicg1rlinstagram @anjanakhatwaX @jurassicg1rl Bluesky @anjanakhatwa Youtube @dranjanakhatwa website www.anjanakhatwa.com
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S3 Ep7. Parks and Rock-creation with Shanda Ochs
Imagine going to work every day with a volcano AS your backyard... and your job? to guide people around that volcano and it's incredible environment. In this episode we're joined by Shanda Ochs, an Interpretive Park Ranger for Lassen Volcanic National Park in California, USA.Shanda Ochs has been working as a ranger around Lassen and it's environment for over 20 years, learning about this incredible active volcanic landscape and passing that knowledge onto the many thousands who visit the National Park every single year.There is an incredible variety of geology, volcanic landforms, hydrothermal activity, culture, history, and wildlife with the park and Shanda takes us through all of it, with some incredible insights into the daily life and her responsibilities as an Interpretive Park Ranger. We hope this episode will leave you wanting to pack your bags to go and explore Lassen one day, or to even return (I know I want to...)!Lassen Volcanic National ParkHere's another conversation with Shanda: Learn more
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S3 Ep6. Exhibits and Eruptions with Chiara Maria Petrone
Ever wondered what happens behind the doors of a natural history museum? From collections, archives, conservation to research, there is so much to learn and that we don't see as visitors. To give us some insight into this, please welcome Chiara Maria Petrone from NHM London!Dr Chiara Maria Petrone (she/her) is head of Volcano Petrology at the Natural History Museum, in London, UK. Her research focuses on volcanoes, particularly those that are currently active. Her major research goal is to make robust estimates of the timescales of volcanic eruptions and thereby improve forecasting of future eruptions and their impact on society. She leads development in analytical techniques that push the boundaries of extracting time-related information from single minerals at the micron-scale. She uses the rocks erupted during volcanic eruptions to unravel the hidden processes inside the volcano, as a psychologist explores the human mind.Instagram - @chiara.petrone.1Linkedin - Chiara Maria PetroneWebpage - NHM Mineral and Planetary Sciences
A podcast exploring how the world of volcanoes interacts across nature, culture and society.
Each episode featuring a new guest for their unique perspective on the world of volcanoes.
Sponsored by: Brunton, and John Wainwright and Co.
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