To The Best Of Our Knowledge Deep Time: How Earth Keeps Time
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Apr 20, 2024 Join geologist Marcia Bjornerud, renowned cave art photographer Stephen Alvarez, and artist Dustin Illetewahke Mater as they explore the concept of deep time versus our fleeting moments. They discuss how ancient rocks and cave paintings serve as records of human history and consciousness. The conversation uncovers the importance of reconnecting with our ancestral roots through art and nature. Discover the emotional pull of cave art, the urgency of addressing climate change, and the philosophical implications of our relationship with the Earth.
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Svalbard: A Living Clock
- Marcia Bjornerud's childhood fascination with time zones led her to Svalbard.
- This Arctic archipelago serves as a living clock, demonstrating deep time.
Earth's Layers and Deep Time
- Beneath the Earth's surface lies a history of geological formations, from glacial deposits to the mantle.
- The mantle, the source of all rocks, is constantly melting and creating new crust, showing the past is present.
Challenges of Grasping Deep Time
- Many factors contribute to our difficulty grasping vast timescales.
- These range from personal anxieties about aging to short-term focuses in our economic and political systems.