Where does plate tectonics theory come from?
In this episode, The Ninja goes back to the 1960s and explores the theories that make up plate tectonics.
28 Juni 202124min
What is the link between Geography and racism?
In this episode, the Ninja explores the connections between Geography and racism. Modern Geography’s roots in the colonial past, questionable textbooks, academic research, and an invisibility of race ...
20 Feb 202136min
Is permafrost important?
In this episode the Ninja asks about permafrost: what is it and how important is it? Three main themes are discussed: localised impacts in the Arctic; diseases; and climate change.
9 Sep 202023min
How does the carbon cycle work?
The Ninja explores the ins and outs of the carbon cycle in this podcast, checking out the IPCC, permafrost, phytoplankton and plates (tectonic) along the way. How important are anthropogenic impacts?
6 Juli 202024min
Book of the month: Thames - Sacred River
The Ninja reviews one of his recent lockdown reads: Thames by Peter Ackroyd. Ninja delves into etymology, culture, history, human filth and the guts of beasts in this meandering biography of arguably ...
31 Maj 202027min
The Geography of Greek Mythology
The Ninja shares his passion for Greek mythology in this podcast: Poseidon; Gaia; Jason and the Argonauts! And how does all this link to Geography? Listen and find out . . .
22 Maj 202027min
How is COVID-19 changing our geography? 2: Energy use
Will COVID-19 save the planet? How has fossil fuel is been affected by the lockdown? Is Neil Young’s latest release really good? All these questions and more are addressed by the Ninja in this latest ...
1 Maj 202022min
