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Decoding the Earth

Decoding the Earth

By: Dr. Royhan Gani
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 Decoding the Earth uncovers Earth’s secrets, one episode at a time. We unpack the science and stories shaping our planet – and the societies that depend on it – turning new research into practical insights you can use. Whether you’re a student, enthusiast, or seasoned professional, you’ll hear Earth differently and see the world in a whole new light.Dr. Royhan Gani Earth Sciences Science
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  • #11. Galápagos Tomatoes and the Paradox of Reverse Evolution

    #11. Galápagos Tomatoes and the Paradox of Reverse Evolution
    Mar 3 2026

    Wild tomatoes on the Galápagos may be “evolving backward” – but is reverse evolution even a real thing? In this episode, we trace how Darwin’s volcanic islands inspired the theory of evolution, then follow a new study showing tomatoes on younger, harsher islands shifting toward ancestral chemical defenses. From thin soils and fresh lava to Dollo’s Law, and whales returning to the sea, we explore why evolution has no “forward” or “reverse” – only survival on a planet constantly reshaped by geology.
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    10 mins
  • #10. Banking on the Water Table: America’s Hidden Groundwater

    #10. Banking on the Water Table: America’s Hidden Groundwater
    Jan 30 2026

    Groundwater is our hidden savings account. Learn how scientists map water-table depth using wells, satellites, and machine learning - and why shallow groundwater across large areas matters for ecosystems, contamination risk, and drought resilience.
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    8 mins
  • #9. Constructive Destruction Meets a Finite Planet

    #9. Constructive Destruction Meets a Finite Planet
    Nov 23 2025

    Innovation drives economic growth - but the planet has limits. We translate “creative destruction” into Earth terms: resource booms, energy transitions, and why sustained growth only works long-term if it respects geologic and climate boundaries.
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    9 mins
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