PCPG's A Poorly Sorted but Well Rounded Series

About PCPG's A Poorly Sorted but Well Rounded Series

To most folks, this may seem an odd title but it best describes the range of topics this podcast series delivers to practicing geologists, geoscientists, or anyone with an interest in Pennsylvania’s geological environment. Produced by the Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists (PCPG), the series includes practical and timely topics, technical and social matters, trends and tips for the office or the field, and interesting subjects and interviews that may remind you of why you chose (or should have chosen) a career in geoscience. So, if you’d like to learn something new, listen to a geologist talk about something they love, or you just need a break from the routine, please join us and listen in!

Publisher

Pennsylvania Council of Professional Geologists

Category

science · science · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 May 2021

Latest episode

30 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

22 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Apr 2026

   Martian Geology with Dr. Elizabeth Rampe

   Geology doesn’t end here on Earth, it’s just that most of us are stuck here and can’t look elsewhere. Seriously, how many of us have longed to go rock hunting on another planet but lack the transportation to do so? In this episode, we will meet someone who has found a way around this dilemma. Dr. Elizabeth Rampe, a geologist who is deputy principal investigator on the CheMIn instrument on NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover joins us to talk about the fascinating world of Martian geology.

2. 

   15 Oct 2025

   Pennsylvania State Parks: Presque Isle

   Pennsylvania is known for many interesting features, but beaches are not high on the list. Yet Pennsylvania boasts a very unique shoreline with features worth exploring and understanding. Join us for a trip to Presque Isle State Park to explore a one-of-a-kind beach setting.

3. 

   1 Jul 2025

   Pennsylvania State Parks: Pymatuning

   This episode explores Pymatuning State Park's geology, highlighting its glacial features, fishing opportunities and historic gas and oil production.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.4 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

31

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

51

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