Episode summary introduction:​ ​In this episode of Backyard Geology, Chris explores oil found right in people’s backyards. Finding oil in your backyard depends on a host of variables that all need to align perfectly. From the hill billies who struck oil and moved to Beverly Hills to the oil dowsers of the Appalachians, oil has […]

What would you do if a meteorite fell in your backyard?

How would you like to find a diamond in your backyard?

Episode summary introduction:​ ​In this episode of Backyard Geology, Chris explores the natural phenomena of landslides. Landslides, however common, are incredible to witness and horrific if caught in one. But, how and why do they happen? Chris will answer these questions through a discussion of the impact of a fault scarp and its role in […]

Geology in America's biggest backyard!

So you wanna find gold in your backyard? Listen to find out how! Episode summary introduction:​ ​In this episode of Backyard Geology, Chris explores the precious mineral of gold! Do you think you can find gold in your backyard? Well, that depends… Find out why we care about gold so much in the first place […]

What would you do if you found a mammoth in your backyard?

What exciting geology is in your backyard?