Two stories with high mineral content

Learn about squirrel problems, the meaning of life, and Blorbian Radish diamonds in this exciting double feature. In one moment, we’re with a sarcastic teen zoning out at a natural history exhibit, pondering a geode’s ancient story and a squirrel’s frantic hustle in Central Park. He’s figuring out how rocks, rodents, and even a punk like him fit into this messy, beautiful world. Then, we’re light-years away on Terrainia, where Glark, a seven-eyed mineral merchant in a glowing smock, hawks shimmering opals and mood-lifting diamonds to a melancholic local named Larry, who’s just trying to shake off the blues after his favorite game show host calls it quits. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit williamchadbowers.substack.com