Why we chose this episode
A geologist on how opals form over millions of years from water and silica. Patience, made visible.
Listen for this question
What in your life took a very long time to become beautiful?
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Visit OlogiesWho it’s for: Anyone who likes slow wonders.
Best way to listen
Outdoors, ideally near rocks.
After the episode
Pick up a stone and wonder how old it is.
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