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#103 - Listener Questions 6

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The Sur Pockmark field is located off the coast of central California near Big Sur. The seafloor is riddled with mysterious circular depressions. A new study may have figured out how they formed.

#170 - The Sur Pockmark Field

In this installment of the Flannelcast, we’re talking about Jesse’s summer vacation plans to the Grand Canyon. We’re getting Jesse ready for this trip by going through the geologic history of the Grand Canyon.

#169 - The Grand Canyon

The Anthropocene is a proposed geological epoch marked by the significant impact of human activities on the Earth's geology and ecosystems. In this installment of the Geology Flannelcast, we talk about the conversation that is being has about when to officially start the Anthropocene.

#168 - Debating the Start of the Anthropocene

Here's to a decade of sharing our passion for geology. In this episode you’ll hear about some of the behind the scenes stories of the Geology Flannelcast.

Thank you to our dedicated listeners' unwavering support. Our audience inspires and propels us forward. We are appreciative of the opportunity to share our love for Earth's history, processes, and wonders. Here's to many more years of exploring geology together! Thank you for being part of our journey!

#167 - 10 Year Anniversary Episode

The North Carolina Gold Rush
The year was 1799 when Conrad Reed stumbled upon an extraordinary yellow nugget while fishing in Little Meadow Creek, near what is now Charlotte, North Carolina. Little did he know that this chance discovery would set off a chain reaction that would forever alter the course of North Carolina's history.

Word spread like wildfire, and it wasn't long before prospectors descended upon the region, igniting the North Carolina gold rush. Soon, intrepid fortune seekers, drawn by the allure of untold riches, flocked to the Tar Heel State in search of their dreams.

The gold fever gripped the hearts and minds of countless individuals, from seasoned miners to common folk seeking to change their fortunes. Streams, creeks, and rivers became the lifeblood of the gold rush, each shimmering current hiding the potential for great wealth beneath its surface.

As the rush gained momentum, towns sprouted up along the gold-bearing veins of the state. Salisbury, Fayetteville, and Charlotte became bustling hubs, swelling with prospectors, traders, and settlers hoping to share in the wealth extracted from the earth. Mines dotted the landscape, testament to the relentless pursuit of gold.

North Carolina's gold reserves, while not as vast as those of California, were no less significant. The region's fertile soil, rich in minerals, concealed gold veins that ran deep beneath the earth's surface. The Piedmont region, with its rolling hills and flowing rivers, proved to be a particularly prosperous area for miners, rewarding their tireless efforts with abundant finds. 

The North Carolina gold rush may have peaked and faded into history, but its legacy endures. It serves as a reminder of the hidden treasures that lie beneath Earth's surface and the eternal allure of striking it rich.

#103 - Listener Questions 6

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