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EPISODE · Dec 1, 2025 · 5 MIN

Timekeepers in Stone: How Geochronology Dates the Deep Past

from Intellectually Curious · host Mike Breault

Geochronology isn't just about lining up events—it's about giving them dates. We'll tour how scientists move from relative orders to absolute ages using decay clocks like carbon-14, bracketing with potassium-argon and uranium-series methods, and techniques such as ESR and optically stimulated luminescence. A cross-checked dating of Homo naledi shows how combining clocks can rewrite our timeline of human evolution.Note:  This podcast was AI-generated, and sometimes AI can make mistakes.  Please double-check any critical information.Sponsored by Embersilk LLC

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