The Jurassic Coast: A History
Created as part of UNE Life's Conquer Your Exams Challenge, join us as we step into an immersive journey exploring the depths and intricacies of one of the world's most extraordinary geological landscapes. "The Jurassic Coast: A History" is a four-part podcast series that explores the captivating narratives that unfold along this remarkable stretch of coastline in Southern England. Join us as we delve into the awe-inspiring geological beauty and rich heritage that define this UNESCO World Heritage Site, stretching from East Devon to Dorset. Each episode will take listeners on a fascinating voyage through time, uncovering the prehistoric secrets embedded in the dramatic cliffs, ancient rock formations, and fossil-rich landscapes that have made this coastline a treasure trove for geologists, paleontologists, and history enthusiasts alike. From the formation of ancient seas to the emergence of iconic dinosaur fossils, "Jurassic Coast: A History" offers an unprecedented deep dive into the natural and historical wonders of this extraordinary location.
Episodes
For our final episode in our visit to the Jurassic Coast, we're looking at one of the most remarkable people to have made the area their home. Mary Anning was born to a humble, impoverished family and had to begin working at a young age to help support her parents and eight siblings. She developed a keen eye for fossils and other curiosities buried in the sand and went on to become arguably the biggest pioneer of early palaeontolog...
In this episode we'll be looking at the different rocks, fossils, and formations that are present in the Jurassic Coast and what they can, have, and continue to teach us about the world. Each layer of rock, each towering sea stack, and each piece of sandstone all have a long, rich history and help us understand how the Earth shifted to form different land masses millions of years ago. The geology of the Jurassic Coast is both varie...
The Jurassic Coast is just over 150 kilometres long, but contains a rich tapestry of history dating back 185 million years to the Mesozoic Era. Located between East Devon to Dorset in England, the name comes from the exposed geography showing off rock formations from the Jurassic, Triassic, and Cretaceous periods. Fossil collector Mary Anning discovered countless different marine reptiles and other fossils, helping the then-niche f...
The Jurassic Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, containing rich natural wonders. This trimester we'll be taking you on a virtual trek across the coast and it's history, diving deep into palaeontology and the people who popularised it.
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"On the Shore" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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