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Luisa Hendry: Scottish Geologist On How Volcanoes and Fault Lines Shaped Scotland


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Louisa Hendry, aka The Scottish Geologist, joins me for a raw, funny, and unexpectedly mind-expanding chat about rocks, identity, tectonic plates, Instagram fame, and the untold beauty of Scotland’s ancient landscapes.

From her early days smashing stones on the beach in Largs to running geology tours across the Highlands, Louisa’s story is a brilliant mix of passion, science, humour, and community. We get into everything from the geology of Loch Lomond, granite vs. magma, ancient oceans, volcanoes, climate change, and how she’s built a wildly successful brand by being unapologetically herself.

Whether you think geology is dry or exciting..., this episode will open your eyes to the rocks beneath your feet—and make you think differently about stories they hold.

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What You’ll Learn:

IDEAS

  • How Scotland’s rocks tell a billion-year-old story
  • Why volcanic eruptions and climate shifts go hand in hand
  • How geology helps explain the tech in your pocket
  • What Mount Everest’s summit reveals about the ancient ocean
  • The unexpected connection between social media, geology, and dogs

INSIGHTS

  • You don’t need a polished accent to educate and inspire
  • Geological time reframes how we view climate, resilience, and human impact
  • The best way to spark curiosity is to lead with honesty and humour

QUOTES

"You could walk your dog across 3-billion-year-old rocks and never know it."
 "Geology’s not just rocks. It’s climate, tech, history—it’s everything."
 "I’m just being me, talking about rocks. Turns out, people love that."

Episode Takeaway

Scotland’s landscapes aren’t just beautiful—they’re alive with stories, and Louisa is the guide we didn’t know we needed.

Resources & Mentions

  • 🌍 Scott Rock Walks – Louisa’s geology tour company
  • 📱 @ScottishGeologist on Instagram

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