Rocks for Jocks

Andy's recent paper discussed: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adx9442Substack: https://substack.com/@rocksforjocksIn this episode, I host Andy Jones, a PhD candidate in Geoscience at the University of Wisconsin Madison. We focus on Andy's recently published research in the Sierra Nevada of California, where glaciers are disappearing for the first time in 30,000 years! We cover the formation, recession, and climatic impact of glaciers. Andy also shares insights from other projects, including glacier studies in the Tropical Andes, emphasizing the human implications of glacier melt and the critical need for climate action. Listen and follow  “Rocks for Jocks” on Substack!00:00 Intro04:18 Glaciers' Role in Climate Regulation06:51 California's Disappearing Glaciers08:39 Historical Context of Expansion and Retreat20:00 Climate Change and Glacial Response29:59 Future ResearchMusic: 368 by Dyalla

This month, I bring back Marshall Pontrelli, a fan-favorite former guest and graduate school coworker! We talk about Marshall's research on geotechnical engineering, site response, and earthquake hazard mapping. We also get into Marshall’s thoughts on the peer review process and the application of scientific thinking to broader contexts.Subscribe on Substack: ⁠⁠https://rocksforjocks.substack.com⁠⁠00:00 Welcome and Intro02:01 Marshall's Graduate School Research08:31 Mexico City Earthquake Study16:37 Geological Mapping and Hazard Analysis28:43 Depth to Bedrock, Shear Wave Velocity, and Cone Penetration Tests 41:48 Design-Build vs. Design-Bid-Build49:29 Reflections on Scientific ThinkingMusic: 368 by Dyalla

Today’s interview is with not one, but TWO researchers from the Tufts Geohazards Research group! I host Maggie Roberts and Ellie Meyer, PhD students learning about how Earthquake shaking waves affect structures at the surface.Maggie and Ellie discuss methodologies using HVSR measurements, the limitations of traditional VS 30 models, and human-reported seismic data.Subscribe on Substack: ⁠https://rocksforjocks.substack.com⁠00:00 Welcome Back04:44 Ground motion Geohazards Research07:43 Challenges and Progress in Earthquake Research23:45 HVSR pros and cons31:34 Human Data in Earthquake Studies36:43 Future Goals for HVSR Models40:22 Interdisciplinary Collaboration and BenefitsMusic: 368 by Dyalla

In this episode of Rocks for Jocks, I reunite with a grad school colleague, Jeremy Salerno! We talk about Jeremy's research on earthquake waves and site response during our time In the Geohazards Research Lab at Tufts University. I worked in the lab for 2 years, where I also overlapped with prior Rocks for Jocks guests, Christina Sanon and Marshall Pontrelli!Jeremy and I talk about detecting seismic activity, monitoring nuclear weapons testing, and his roles working with different companies and defense projects.Rate this podcast 5 stars, and send it to a friend!00:00 Intro03:57 Field Work and Data Collection06:21 Nuclear Monitoring and Seismic Sensors12:30 Earthquake Waves, Resonance, and Site Response20:08 Using data for Earthquake Engineering23:01 Ambient Noise & Soil Vibration Analysis23:31 Unexpected Earthquakes and Thesis work29:08 AI in Coding and Professional Use33:31 Classes and their ImpactMusic: 368 by Dyalla

This week, I host Sydney DeMets, PhD candidate at the University of Washington, to talk about her research on podcast networks! We chat about the polarization within podcasting spaces, the influence of moderate shows on bridging political divides, and the gender disparity in podcast hosts and guests. My favorite part was Sydney highlighting how guests spread across different shows in a similar way to the diffusion of viruses! Sydney also gives some podcast recommendations and reflects on potential future research directions. If like this episode, please send it to a friend, and rate it 5 stars on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!00:00 Intro04:11 The Influence of Podcasts on Public Opinion07:28 Methodology and Findings16:13 Challenges and Surprising Discoveries36:20 Concerns About Information Veracity41:26 Future of Podcast Moderation46:34 Podcast RecommendationsMusic: 368 by DyallaDisclaimer: all opinions are our own and not representative of any companies or organizations.