Best Seismic Zones Podcasts (2024)

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233: Unveiling the Earth's Critical Zone through a Geophysics Lens 22:56

14d ago22:56

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"The critical zone are the things that impact humans and animals on the earth, more so than a lot of other parts that geophysicists might study."Kamini Singha explores the fascinating world of the Earth's critical zone. This episode uncovers the significance of this thin skin of the Earth and its profound impact on human and ecological systems. In …

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235: Advancing Sustainability through Applied Geophysics 21:59

2h ago21:59

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"Geophysics can be used as a science tool to inform and engage the community and to give them the autonomy to make educated decisions."Dr. Julia Correa discusses August's The Leading Edge, which focuses on geophysics and sustainability. In this episode, we talk about:> How applied geophysics and seismic methods are a natural fit for ensuring safe a…

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234: How AI is Being Applied to Seismic Interpretation 21:41

7d ago21:41

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"We are trying to enable the geoscientists to do their work better and faster."In this episode, we explore the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in seismic interpretation, focusing on the advantages of a data-centric approach over the traditional model-centric method. Morten Ofstad, a computer scientist, emphasizes the limitations of pre-trained …

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232: Shaping the Future of Humanitarian Geoscience 20:31

2M ago20:31

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"How could you apply your own personal knowledge of geoscience, whatever specialty it is, to help solve humanitarian problems, no matter what the scale is?"Join host Andrew Geary as he speaks with Beth Burton to explore the newly formed Geoscientists without Borders (GWB) Technical Review Subcommittee (TRSC). This episode delves into the TRSC's his…

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231: Previewing IMAGE '24 - The Largest Technical Program Yet 21:59

2M ago21:59

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Get ready to immerse yourself in cutting-edge geoscience technologies and connect with industry experts. In this episode, Wenyi Hu and Ken Tubman join host Andrew Geary to discuss the upcoming IMAGE '24 conference, which promises the largest technical program to date with over 1,200 presentations.In this episode, we talk about:> The expansion and e…

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230: Celebrating Sven - A Legacy of Innovation and Mentorship in Geophysics 31:50

2M ago31:50

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"Sven showed us that the goal of a presentation is to transfer knowledge and insight, not to show people how smart you are."In this heartfelt episode, we honor the legacy of Sven Treitel, a beloved figure in geophysics and at SEG. Kurt Marfurt and Sam Gray join host Andrew Geary to reflect on Sven's profound impact on their work and the field.In th…

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229: From Barriers to Belonging - Building Strong Companies & Teams in Geophysics 26:59

2M ago26:59

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"Understanding the problem is sometimes more important than getting to a solution."In this episode, Dr. Eileen Martin, winner of the 2024 J. Clarence Karcher Award, shares actionable advice and resources to help you make a positive impact in your professional environment.In this episode, we talk about:> The definitions of justice, equity, diversity…

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228: Key Trends That Will Shape the Oil and Gas Industry w/ Sophie Zurquiyah 20:43

2M ago20:43

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"Energy transition is everywhere. It is an underlying trend, and sustainability is something that we have to incorporate into every company's strategy."Sophie Zurquiyah, CEO of Viridien, discusses the transformation of CGG into Viridien.In this episode, we talk about:> The reasons behind CGG's rebranding to Viridien> The significance of technology …

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227: How Experts Use Data and Technology to Navigate Subsurface Uncertainty 25:29

3M ago25:29

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"Understanding the problem is sometimes often more important than getting to a solution."Madhav Vyas and Dr. David Lubo-Robles discuss June's The Leading Edge on subsurface uncertainty.In this episode, we talk about:> Methods for assessing uncertainty in seismic workflows> Significant sources of subsurface uncertainty> How integrating different dat…

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226: Rock Physics in Focus - Historical Impact & Future Challenges 23:05

3M ago23:05

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"The energy transition has opened many new areas, many new doors, and rock physics is really at the center of that."Dr. Laurent Louis highlights rock physics in May's The Leading Edge.In this episode, we talk about:> How rock physics has improved the field of geophysics> The accuracy and applicability of Asaka's rock physics model> Discovering inac…

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225: How to Keep Geophysics Relevant w/ Tim Dean 28:26

3M ago28:26

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"We (geophysicists) need to look where the markets are rather than expect people to come to us. We have skills, and it's just about finding where we can apply these in the future."Dr. Tim Dean discusses his Honorary Lecture, "Seismic Acquisition and the Energy Transition."In this episode, we talk about:> The evolving applications of seismic acquisi…

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224: The Physics Behind Land Seismic Noise (Christof Stork) 23:02

3M ago23:02

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"With every new acquisition, spend 2% of your budget to do research to understand the noise and signal drivers in your area. It might help any future neighboring acquisition, or it might just help the field in general, which you and your career will benefit from."Dr. Christof Stork discusses his Distingu…

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223: Innovating for a Sustainable Future with Geophysics 25:04

4M ago25:04

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"In the realm of applied geophysics, we have a lot of knowledge, a lot of skills, a lot of experience in dealing with the subsurface, which translates quite well into carbon capture and storage applications."SEG Europe Regional Advisory Committee members discuss the 4th Net-Zero Emissions annual virtual workshop.OVERVIEW> Why it's important to work…

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222: The Seismic Approach to Mining Geophysics (Heather Schijns) 22:27

4M ago22:27

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"History is telling us that we're likely to get some new discoveries from introducing seismic into our mixture. Nobody understands mineral deposits like the geoscientists who work on them day in, day out."Dr. Heather Schijns explores the groundbreaking use of hard rock seismic data in mineral exploration with insights from one of the most popular p…

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221: The Untapped Potential of Non-Seismic Methods (Irina Filina) 23:52

4M ago23:52

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"Non-unique does not equal non-valuable when it comes to geophysical solutions."Dr. Irina Filina discusses April's special section on gravity, electrical, and magnetic methods in The Leading Edge.OVERVIEW> A deep dive into common non-seismic geophysical methods and their underutilization> The role of magnetics, gravity, and other methods in complem…

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Capitalism Can Save the Environment | Benji Backer 49:34

5M ago49:34

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Progressives have long dominated the environmental movement, advocating government spending and bureaucratic oversight as the solution to climate change. Countless local and federal regulations have been aimed at mitigating environmental harm, often hampering productivity. Is this really the best way to preserve our planet? Some conservatives belie…

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Shifts in the Housing Market & the YIMBY Movement | Salim Furth 59:46

6M ago59:46

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The pandemic transformed urban housing markets, prompting increased demand for residential space and spurring a shift toward remote work. Many remote employees have left large cities for smaller ones, but housing demand remains strong in major urban centers. As cities' populations fluctuate, the pro-development YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) movement h…

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220: Revealing Lost Legacies with Geophysics (Rob Stewart & Jim White) 23:38

6M ago23:38

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"The respect and honor that we give to our predecessors really indicate what kind of character we have."This episode explores the first Geoscientists without Borders project in the United States. Host Andrew Geary speaks with the project lead, Rob Stewart, and SEG Executive Director Jim White about using the power of geophysical techniques to uncov…

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219: The Secret to Succeeding as a Teacher (Roel Snieder) 26:49

6M ago26:49

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"The challenge is to really bring your heart into the classroom, show up as a person, show up with care."Dr. Roel Snieder discusses how to excel as a teacher (and professional) using the Teaching with Heart practices.In this unique and encouraging episode, we explore the Teaching with Heart project. Roel makes the case for creating a more nurturing…

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How Technological Transformation Can Make a Conservative Vision Possible | Jon Askonas 1:10:35

6M ago1:10:35

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Rapid advances in artificial intelligence, genome editing, and materials science are poised to dramatically change the way we live, work, and learn—but is that a good thing, or is it a prospect we should dread? As it stands, conservatives are divided on that question, with some embracing technological breakthroughs and others fearing the threat the…

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218: Innovations in Fault and Fracture Imaging (Molly Turko) 21:16

6M ago21:16

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"Faults and fractures are not necessarily good or bad, but it's important to really understand them."Dr. Molly Turko discusses March's special section on imaging faults and fractures in The Leading Edge.In this compelling episode, host Andrew Geary and Molly dive into the murky depths of the Earth to unravel the enigmatic nature of faults and fract…

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Inside the New York City Drug Crisis | Bridget Brennan, NYC Special Narcotics Prosecutor 55:07

7M ago55:07

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New York has long been at the forefront of the drug crisis. In 2022, over 3,000 city residents died of a drug overdose, the highest number on record. The proliferation of inexpensive yet lethal drugs, such as fentanyl and methamphetamine, poses an escalating challenge to New York City. However, there is hope to tackle these issues through collabora…

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217: Advancing Subsurface Knowledge Through Microseismic Insights (Joël Le Calvez) 20:55

6M ago20:55

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"The value is not in the measurement per se. It is in the ability to integrate this measurement with everything else that we have access to."Dr. Joël Le Calvez discusses January's special section in The Leading Edge on microseismic monitoring.Joël shares how recent technological advancements and pressing societal concerns, like climate change and s…

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Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up | A Conversation with Abigail Shrier 59:23

7M ago59:23

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In their efforts to ensure their children's happiness, a growing number of millennial and Gen X parents are turning to therapists, school psychologists, and other mental health professionals for help. Yet there is mounting evidence that this therapeutic turn has backfired. Rather than inculcate the virtues of self-discipline and independence, these…

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216: Rethinking Data - Geophysics in the Era of Change (Lindsey Heagy) 26:15

6M ago26:15

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"There's so much high-quality data, and more and more is being made publicly available. By shifting to open source, we're choosing that the value proposition is the people."Dr. Lindsey Heagy discusses February's special section in The Leading Edge on the future of applied geophysics.In this forward-thinking episode, we explore open-source software …

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215: Strengthening Diversity in the Geosciences w/ Dr. Isaac Crumbly 24:59

7M ago24:59

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"I've learned much more from my mistakes than I ever learned from my successes, because it was my mistakes that helped me to have successes."Meet the man behind the mission to diversify the energy sector. Dr. Isaac Crumbly shares the journey of the Cooperative Developmental Energy Program (CDEP) at Fort Valley State University, a program designed t…

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214: The Untapped Potential of the Earth's Hidden Commons w/ Iain Stewart 33:47

7M ago33:47

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"I think that selling this idea that if you become a geoscientist in the 21st century, the frontier is not up there in the sky, but is down there underneath your feet."In this thought-provoking episode, expert geoscience communicator Iain Stewart opens our eyes to the "hidden commons" of the subsurface. Iain challenges us to rethink our relationshi…

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The Future of School Choice: Where the Movement Is Headed | Corey DeAngelis 1:24:05

7M ago1:24:05

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The school choice movement gained significant momentum in the wake of the pandemic shutdowns, which exposed the weaknesses of traditional public schools and the challenges of remote learning. As parents became increasingly aware of the quality and content of their children's education, many began to explore alternative schooling options. By offerin…

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213: Hidden Hazards – The Orphaned Well Dilemma 22:57

7M ago22:57

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"With the magnetic method, you can say with some certainty that it will locate more than 90% of the existing wells. The grand challenge for locating abandoned wells are these wells where the casing has been pulled."Richard Hammack discusses the December special section in The Leading Edge - orphaned and abandoned wells.When we think about the envir…

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Homelessness at the Supreme Court: A Chance for Legal Sanity 1:01:46

8M ago1:01:46

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The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to hear the case of Grants Pass v. Johnson has brought homelessness back into the national legal spotlight. The case revolves around the question of whether the homeless have a constitutional right to camp on public property, and its outcome could overturn prior lower court rulings that have contributed to the West…

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212: Examining 5 Unconventional Borehole Seismic Techniques 13:35

7M ago13:35

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"The challenge is to learn and be aware of new techniques and applications and apply them."Eduardo Corti discusses his Honorary Lecture, "Unconventional Borehole Seismic Techniques."Unconventional borehole seismic services encompass techniques that go beyond conventional seismic methods. With over eight decades of classical seismic methods shaping …

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211: Connecting the Energy Transition to Societal Engagement 21:08

8M ago21:08

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"How do we move towards a greater societal understanding of what's required to achieve the goals of decarbonization? Building a sustainable society requires everybody, all the citizens, to do a whole bunch of different things, many of which are minor."Murray W. Hitzman, the Director of iCRAG, highlights the energy transition and how to communicate …

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210: Unveiling Seismic Secrets - Inside Machine Learning's Black Box 19:17

8M ago19:17

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"It's not like machine learning will solve all the problems. It's not a magical tool."David Lubo-Robles highlights his award-winning paper that utilized novel machine learning methods to enhance interpretability in seismic volume data from the Gulf of Mexico.Discover the power of two open-source tools - SHAP (Shapley Additive Explanat…

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Unraveling the DEI Web: Harvard and Claudine Gay's Resignation 54:08

9M ago54:08

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Radical DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) ideology has overtaken elite universities and, increasingly, American public life. Few reporters have followed the "woke" takeover of American universities and the corrosion of its institutions more closely than our guest. Our guest Aaron Sibarium, a Yale University alum, now reports on elite institutions…

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209: Thinking like an algorithm - utilizing machine learning in seismic data 24:51

8M ago24:51

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"The driving objective of AASPI is to try and reveal and see more patterns in the seismic data than we can see just looking at the seismic amplitude data."Heather Bedle, Principal Investigator at Attribute Assisted Seismic Processing and Interpretation (AASPI) at the University of Oklahoma, joins Seismic Soundoff. In this episode, you will discover…

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208: Pioneering Seismic Imaging for Energy and Sustainability 20:12

9M ago20:12

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Biondo Biondi, the Director of the Stanford Earth imaging Project (SEP), joins Seismic Soundoff to discuss SEP's 50-year history and future outlook. Biondo reflects on SEP's founding during the 1970s oil crisis and today as it tackles modern energy challenges. Biondo discusses how improving seismic imaging can support the future of carbon capture a…

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Social Control, Explained: Preventing Crime and Disorder 58:14

10M ago58:14

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The field of criminology has transformed in the last quarter century. Evidence-based crime policy has been replaced by misperceptions about the nature of crime and criminal offenders. Concurrently, progressive policies and programs have also reshaped the criminal justice system. However, 70 years of social science research shows that "social contro…

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207: Advancing Geosciences - How the SEG Foundation Makes a Difference 14:35

9M ago14:35

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In this intriguing conversation, David Bartel, the Chair of the SEG Foundation, provides an exclusive insight into how the nonprofit organization is advancing geophysics research, supporting SEG members, and positively impacting society. David highlights the key programs funded by the Foundation, such as scholarships, field camps, Geoscientists wit…

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Questioning College: Is Higher Ed Worth It? 52:42

10M ago52:42

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Two decades ago, a four-year college degree was widely regarded as the key to boosting incomes. However, recent years have witnessed a paradigm shift in conventional wisdom about the value of a college education. Over half say college isn’t worth the cost, compared with 40% a decade ago. Are the skeptics right? What’s the average return? Who is it …

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206: Arthur Cheng on His SEG Journey from Student to President 16:17

10M ago16:17

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Arthur Cheng, who became the first Chinese president of the Society of Exploration Geophysicists, talks about his journey from being a student to becoming the president of the Society. He shares some of the highlights from his five decades of being a member and what his role as a barrier-breaker means to him. Arthur reflects on his early days as a …

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Borders of Prosperity: Immigration's Impact on the U.S. Economy 1:02:58

10M ago1:02:58

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The role of immigration in shaping the nation's economy remains a hotly contested area of debate. Factors such as the real economic benefits of high-skilled versus low-skilled immigrants, the impact of immigration on native employment, and the role of policy in shaping these dynamics stand at the forefront of this national conversation. While immig…

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Countdown to Election 2024: Understanding America’s Political Pulse 49:01

10M ago49:01

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As the 2024 election draws near, voters in early primary states will soon decide who will be on the ballot for president in November. Will the race be a rematch between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden? And what impact, if any, will the current president's lagging popularity and the former president's legal troubles have on the…

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205: Managing carbon - a new frontier 20:43

11M ago20:43

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Kurang Mehta discusses the November special section on carbon management in The Leading Edge.In this episode, get an inside look at the emerging field of carbon management. You will learn about the history and methods of carbon capture and storage. Kurang also provides thoughtful perspectives on how geoscientists can uniquely contribute to carbon m…

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NYC Under Adams: Migrant Crisis, Budget Trends, and Subway Crime 55:20

11M ago55:20

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In 2021, New Yorkers elected Eric Adams as the 110th mayor of New York City. Since assuming office, the Adams administration has grappled with a migrant crisis inundating the city's homeless services, staggering budget deficits caused by a decade of mismanagement, and a growing unease among citizens regarding safety on public transit, among other i…

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204: Successfully navigating the energy transition 18:55

11M ago18:55

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Oil and gas companies have an enormous role in transitioning to a renewable future.This episode examines how Ipieca partners with companies and organizations to support a sustainable future through emissions reduction, nature conservation, and stakeholder engagement.Ipieca is the global oil and gas association for advancing environmental and social…

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Phoenix's Homelessness Challenge: The Case Against "The Zone" 51:02

11M ago51:02

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In Phoenix, Arizona, a massive downtown homeless encampment known as "The Zone" was recently cleared out following legal battles and a court order. For years, the area was filled with hundreds of tents lining the blocks of streets, leading to a rise in crime and serious complaints from local residents and businesses. At its height, The Zone held ab…

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Science vs. Folk Wisdom: "Indigenous Knowledge" in Federal Governance 46:25

11M ago46:25

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The role of science, its applications, and ethical implications have been focal points of many public debates in recent years. From the challenges posed by COVID to the complexities of climate change, the question of what qualifies as evidence and the definition of science itself have become partisan issues. In November 2022, our guest Joe Simonson…

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203: Solving future challenges for deep exploration 25:57

11M ago25:57

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Chao Wang and Stephen Graf discuss the October special section in The Leading Edge on deep exploration.In the 1920s, the first oil discovery in Seminole, Oklahoma, was made at a depth of approximately 4,000 feet. In 1949, the average depth was 3,600 feet. By 2008, it was 6,000 feet. Currently, the world's deepest oil well in Russia extends 49,000 f…

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The Inflation Equation: Bidenomics, Globalization, and More 56:21

11M ago56:21

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In the period since 2020, consumer prices have increased by 18 percent. While the inflation rate has slowed from its peak, core inflation remains significantly higher than the pre-pandemic average. This prompts the question: what factors are behind this inflation surge, and what can we learn from it in terms of America's economic future? Stephen Mi…

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202: The next revolution in seismic interpretation 26:28

11M ago26:28

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Steven Lynch discusses his article in The Leading Edge, "High visual resolution interpretation: The case for virtual seismic reality." Steve lays out the case for why the seismic you have is better than you think. He argues that the industry needs to undergo a complete change of mindset regarding visualization. Steve explains a natural seismic disp…

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