In this episode, we examine the New Madrid Earthquakes of 1811-1812. Dr. Conevery Bolton Valencius, author of The Lost History of the New Madrid Earthquakes, explains how the earthquakes altered the geography of the New Madrid Seismic Zone and forever changed the lives of Indigenous peoples in the area. She also provides some insight into why we should care about these earthquakes today. 

For additional information:

The Lost History of the New Madrid Earthquakes

United States Geological Survey

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Special thanks to Justin Vinson and Clay Turner for providing the voiceovers in this episode.