Episode #80: Cath Rule, Rob Parker and Rhian Meara - The 50 year story of the Heimaey eruption

GeogPod

In this special sponsored episode, Cath Rule from Rayburn Tours, Dr Rob Parker from Time for Geography and Dr Rhian Meara of Swansea University join John to talk about their recent expedition to the island of Heimaey to complete a joint project around the eruption in 1973 and its impacts.

They talk about the tectonics of the island, the events of January 1973 and their effect not only on the island's residents but on monitoring systems and impact management today.

They look into the process of putting together a project of this size and how Time for Geography works with academics and organisations like Rayburn tours to put together real and engaging resources for schools.

Resources from the episode:

• Find out more about the project with this expedition summary video
• Get involved with with Time for Geography’s GCSE hazards masterclass and look out for the finished video on their website.
• Watch their Why Study Geography video.
• Check out Rayburn Tours' range of educational trips.
• Follow the project team on X (Twitter):
  • Time for Geography @timeforgeog
  • Rayburn Tours @RayburnTours
  • Rhiann Meara @RhianMeara

Series 13 of GeogPod is kindly sponsored by Rayburn Tours.

For over 60 years, Rayburn Tours have been creating tailor-made school geography trips to destinations in the UK, Europe and beyond that inspire, motivate and enhance student understanding. Their expert team craft incredible itineraries of excursions and activities, with the added option of a geographical Field Study Tutor and on-tour resources. The best way to learn is through adventure!