19 Best Geology Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

A Geology and Earth Science Podcast. Join Chris, an award-winning geology teacher, and Jesse, a geoscience professor, in discussing the amazing features of our planet and their impact on your everyday life. No prior knowledge required. New episodes coming at you every week. Listen, subscribe, share with someone you know! more

This podcast starts at the beginning of Earth's prehistory and works forward through time. Bedrock will explore the first 90% of Earth's past, a time known as the Precambrian Era. Before humans, before dinosaurs… there was the Precambrian.The Earth was an incredibly alien world, but not a dead one. Along the way, you will build a mental toolkit to see the world like a geologist. You will never look at a mountain, the moon, or pond scum in quite the same way again.Welcome to Bedrock.For transcripts, visuals, and references, check out https://www.bedrockpodcast.com more

John Leeman and Shannon Dulin discuss geoscience and technology weekly for your enjoyment! Features include guests, fun paper Friday selections, product reviews, and banter about recent developments. Shannon is a field geologist who tolerates technology and John is a self-proclaimed nerd that tolerates geologists. more

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. more

Welcome to Earth on the Rocks, a show where we get to know the person behind the science over drinks. Each episode will highlight a new scientist in the earth and atmospheric sciences to learn more about their journey, what interests them, and who they are outside of their science.Host: Shelby RaderProducer: Cari MetzArtwork: Connor LeimgruberBoard Operator: Kate Crum, Betsy LeijaFunding for this podcast was provided by the National Science Foundation grant EAR-2422824. more

A podcast produced by the Society of Economic Geologists (SEG), bringing you geoscience and technology stories from the world of ore deposits. Season 3 is sponsored by Goldspot. more

Winner of the 2026 Science Podcast of the Year (American Writing Awards) and the 2026 PopCon Podcast Award for Science and Technology, Whimsical Wavelengths is an independent natural sciences and earth science podcast hosted by volcanologist Dr. Jeffrey Zurek, offering high-level science for the endlessly curious.Eschewing bite-sized science for a deep, honest look at how research actually works, the show explores messy data, imperfect models, and the human personalities behind discovery. From geophysics and planetary science to biology and the history of scientific paradoxes, the focus remains squarely on the process: how evidence is gathered, how ideas evolve, and why uncertainty is a fundamental feature of science. Because science is conducted by people, the show weaves together mathematical rigor and historical context with reflections on building a scientific career and what it truly means to belong in STEM. Whether featuring a solo narrative or a conversation with a working researcher, the goal is clarity without oversimplification.The tone is thoughtful and curious, anchored by real-world field experience and the occasional dad joke, because while the science is serious, the pursuit of it is a human adventure.Join the Conversation This show grows through community. If you have feedback, episode ideas, or thoughts to share, reach out via the website. Are you a researcher or scientist interested in coming on the show as a guest? Get in touch through WhimsicalWavelengths.com to share your work.New episodes are released every two weeks. more

To most folks, this may seem an odd title but it best describes the range of topics this podcast series delivers to practicing geologists, geoscientists, or anyone with an interest in Pennsylvania's geological environment. Produced by the Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists (PCPG), the series includes practical and timely topics, technical and social matters, trends and tips for the office or the field, and interesting subjects and interviews that may remind you of why you chose (or should have chosen) a career in geoscience. So, if you'd like to learn something new, listen to a geologist talk about something they love, or you just need a break from the routine, please join us and listen in! more

Welcome to Wonder, the planet earth podcast for curious people. Hosted by earth scientists Holly Cooke & Dr Anthony Reid. more

Geologist and writer Ian Jackson reads a selection of stories from pages of his five books about northern rocks and their connections with our landscape ….and us. The stories of this first series Time travelling - begin almost 500 million years ago and end with the Roman conquest of the north. more

Every geoscientist is capable of understanding and applying geochemical data, however, at GeocHemiSTea we understand that there is an incredible amount of nuance and accumulated knowledge. We are here to break down the impediments towards geoscientists learning more about this exciting field! Are you a student wanting to break into the field? Listen to each episode to see how reknown geochemists got to where they are today. Are you intrigued by integrating geochemistry, but don't know how? Stay tuned! Lastly are you looking for some Tea/good gossip? We got it. more

Whether you're a geology nerd, science enthusiast, or nature lover, this podcast is for you! Presented by the APGO Education Foundation, our mission is to ignite curiosity and passion for Canada's geology. Host Veronica Klassen, science communicator and geology enthusiast, interviews geoscientists, researchers, and students to discover what inspires them about earth science. Join us as we delve into fascinating rocks, reveal hidden stories and secrets of our extraordinary planet, and explore the captivating world beneath your feet. more

The Science, Y'all! podcast is the official podcast of the Jackson School of Geosciences that highlights cutting-edge Earth and planetary science and the researchers making it all possible. Join our student hosts as they interview the Jackson School's renowned geoscientists to delve into their exciting research and uncover personal narratives that shape the world of discovery. Episode content represents the views of the hosts and their guests, not The University of Texas at Austin or the Jackson School of Geosciences. The Science, Y'all! podcast is produced by graduate student August Aalto. more

Rare Stones of Aotearoa explores the geology, history and enduring mysteries behind some of New Zealand's most unusual stones. From Goodletite and Aotea Stone to rare sapphires, fuchsite, polychrome schist and fluorescent rocks, each episode follows the evidence through old reports, museum specimens, scientific research and the landscapes where these stones were found. It is a podcast about remarkable rocks, the people who discovered and studied them, and the questions that still remain unanswered. more

Every week, two geology obsessives pick apart a single moment that changed everything about this planet. The asteroid that killed the dinosaurs. The day oxygen poisoned the atmosphere. The snowball that froze Earth from pole to pole. Each episode reconstructs one turning point in deep time, walks through the competing scientific theories, and argues about what the evidence actually proves. Built for curious people who want to understand how Earth became the place we live on, with no geology degree required. more

EarthDate is a short-format weekly audio program delivering concise, science-based stories about the Earth: its geology, environments, and the processes that shape our planet over deep time and today. Beginning in 2026, EarthDate is managed by Switch Energy Alliance and hosted by SEA's founder Dr. Scott W. Tinker. Together, we explore earth systems, natural resources, and their relevance to everyday life, with a focus on clear, accessible science education for broad audiences. EarthDate is written and directed by Emmy-winning filmmaker Harry Lynch, and researched by Lynn Kistler. We search for captivating stories to remind listeners that science can enlighten, educate and entertain. more

WE ROCK — The Earth Sciences Media.Where Earth Sciences Meet Society.Geology is everywhere — in the water you drink, in your phone, in the disasters that make the headlines. Yet geoscientists remain invisible.We make Earth Sciences accessible to everyone.Every episode, we sit down with geoscientists — geologists, volcanologists, geophysicists, hydrogeologists, geochemists and more — for honest, unfiltered conversations about their work, their journey and why it matters to all of us. more

Decoding the Earth uncovers Earth's secrets, one episode at a time. We unpack the science and stories shaping our planet and the societies that depend on it turning new research into practical insights you can use. Whether you're a student, enthusiast, or seasoned professional, you'll hear Earth differently and see the world in a whole new light. more

Join two earth scientists as we learn about the earth and its processes, covering topics related to geology, paleontology, ecology, and everything in between!  more