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104 Justin Rubinstein - Humans Are Causing Earthquakes in Oklahoma

104 Justin Rubinstein - Humans Are Causing Earthquakes in Oklahoma

FromInquiring Minds


104 Justin Rubinstein - Humans Are Causing Earthquakes in Oklahoma

FromInquiring Minds

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Oct 2, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In 2014 there were 585 magnitude three or above earthquakes in Oklahoma. In 2013 that number was only 109. And it turns out we’re to blame for the increase.

On the show this week we talk to Research Geophysicist and Deputy Chief of the USGS Induced Seismicity Project Justin Rubinstein to find out more about induced earthquakes—and why they’re happening in places you might not expect.
Released:
Oct 2, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

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Each week Inquiring Minds brings you a new, in-depth exploration of the space where science, politics, and society collide.We’re committed to the idea that making an effort to understand the world around you though science and critical thinking can benefit everyone—and lead to better decisions. We endeavor to find out what’s true, what’s left to discover, and why it all matters with weekly coverage of the latest headlines and probing discussions with leading scientists and thinkers.