Geologists from Planet Earth Podcast

Year levels: Upper Primary – Lower Secondary (ages 12–16)
Cost: Free
Podcast: Geologists from Planet Earth
Teaching Resource: Download from TES

Explore the world of geology through real stories from real geologists.
Geologists from Planet Earth is a narrative-style podcast that showcases personal stories from geologists working in diverse fields across the globe, including several Australian scientists. The series highlights the broad career possibilities in geology and offers a relatable and engaging way for students to explore Earth science pathways.

New episodes are released fortnightly and are designed to inspire curiosity and connect classroom learning to real-world applications. An accompanying teaching resource provides discussion prompts and activity ideas tailored for students aged 12–16.

Ideal for science teachers looking to:

• Introduce career options in Earth and environmental sciences
• Provide audio-based storytelling as a classroom engagement tool
• Support the Earth and Space Sciences strand of the Australian Curriculum

Add this podcast to your classroom toolkit and bring the voices of working scientists directly to your students.