About this episode

This episode explores the importance of geological societies in the geoscience community with insights from two geologists.

Geological Societies. Whether you're a seasoned geologist, a curious student, or just someone who’s ever picked up a cool rock and wondered where it came from—this episode is for you. Geological societies aren’t just clubs for rock lovers. They’re the backbone of the geoscience community, driving research, education, public awareness, and policy. Joining us today are two incredible guests: Dani Bartels, a geologist and editor for the STGSJack Sackrider, a geologist and President of the STGS Together, we’ll explore: Why geological societies matter to professionals and researchers How they support teachers and students in bringing geology into the classroom And why the general public should care about the rocks beneath their feet From organizing conferences and publishing groundbreaking research to inspiring the next generation of Earth scientists, geological societies play a vital role in connecting people to the planet. So grab your hiking boots—or your headphones—and let’s journey into the heart of the geoscience community.

People in this episode

Guests: Dani Bartels, Jack Sackrider

Topics covered

• geology
• geological societies
• education
• public awareness
• research
• Earth science

Keywords

• geology
• geological societies
• geoscience
• education
• public awareness
• research
• Earth scientists

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: South Texas Geological Society, geological societies, geoscience community

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