Lava Academy — Episode 1: Geologist Madison MacKenzie on Volcanoes, Eruptions & Life in Iceland
In the thrilling debut episode of Lava Academy, we sit down with geologist and Lava Show Operations Manager Madison McKenzie, who shares her remarkable journey from growing up near volcanoes like Mount Fuji and the Cascades to studying Iceland’s fiery geology — and eventually joining the Lava Show team.
Alongside co-hosts Lava Master Ian MacKinnon and Marketing Manager Jón Heiðar Ragnheiðarson, Madison unpacks the basics of volcanic science: what volcanoes are, how they form, and why Iceland is one of the most active volcanic regions on Earth. You’ll even learn the difference between magma and lava, how eruptions are monitored, and why not all volcanic activity is as dangerous as it seems.
Expect fascinating facts, surprising science, and a peek behind the curtain of the world’s only real molten lava show. Whether you’re a curious traveler, a geology nerd, or just lava-obsessed, this episode is your gateway into the explosive world of volcanology.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform — and don’t forget to subscribe to Lava Academy for more hot takes from the heart of Iceland’s volcanic wonderland.
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Lava Academy — Episode 1: Geologist Madison MacKenzie on Volcanoes, Eruptions & Life in Iceland
In the thrilling debut episode of Lava Academy, we sit down with geologist and Lava Show Operations Manager Madison McKenzie, who shares her remarkable journey from growing up near volcanoes like Mount Fuji and the Cascades to studying Iceland’s fiery geology — and eventually joining the Lava Show team.
Alongside co-hosts Lava Master Ian MacKinnon and Marketing Manager Jón Heiðar Ragnheiðarson, Madison unpacks the basics of volcanic science: what volcanoes are, how they form, and why Iceland is one of the most active volcanic regions on Earth. You’ll even learn the difference between magma and lava, how eruptions are monitored, and why not all volcanic activity is as dangerous as it seems.
Expect fascinating facts, surprising science, and a peek behind the curtain of the world’s only real molten lava show. Whether you’re a curious traveler, a geology nerd, or just lava-obsessed, this episode is your gateway into the explosive world of volcanology.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform — and don’t forget to subscribe to Lava Academy for more hot takes from the heart of Iceland’s volcanic wonderland.
Geologist Jessica Poteet on Iceland’s Volcanic Wonders
Lava Academy by Lava Show
51 minutes 58 seconds
2 months ago
Geologist Jessica Poteet on Iceland’s Volcanic Wonders
In our latest episode of the Lava Academy Podcast, we welcome the multi-talented geoscientist and marketing strategist Jessica Poteet for a fascinating conversation about Iceland’s fiery landscape, her personal journey, and the unique challenges of living on one of the world’s most volcanically active islands.
Jessica, originally from the United States, first came to Iceland on a hiking trip—and was so captivated by the raw beauty of the land that she quit her job in Silicon Valley and bought a one-way ticket back. Since then, she has built a thriving career in travel technology and communications, while also sharing her deep passion for geology as an admin of the hugely popular Iceland Geology Facebook group, which now has more than 160,000 members worldwide.
In the episode, Jessica explains what makes Iceland such a geological treasure compared to other volcanic regions, and why recent eruptions on the Reykjanes Peninsula are both scientifically significant and a reminder of the power beneath our feet. She also talks about her mission to combat misinformation during eruptions, offering science-based insights while encouraging respect for nature and safety.
Hosts: Iain MacKinnon, Lava Master at Lava Show, and Jon Heidar Ragnheidarson, Sales and Marketing Manager at Lava Show.Link: Iceland Geology Facebook group
Lava Academy by Lava Show
Lava Academy — Episode 1: Geologist Madison MacKenzie on Volcanoes, Eruptions & Life in Iceland
In the thrilling debut episode of Lava Academy, we sit down with geologist and Lava Show Operations Manager Madison McKenzie, who shares her remarkable journey from growing up near volcanoes like Mount Fuji and the Cascades to studying Iceland’s fiery geology — and eventually joining the Lava Show team.
Alongside co-hosts Lava Master Ian MacKinnon and Marketing Manager Jón Heiðar Ragnheiðarson, Madison unpacks the basics of volcanic science: what volcanoes are, how they form, and why Iceland is one of the most active volcanic regions on Earth. You’ll even learn the difference between magma and lava, how eruptions are monitored, and why not all volcanic activity is as dangerous as it seems.
Expect fascinating facts, surprising science, and a peek behind the curtain of the world’s only real molten lava show. Whether you’re a curious traveler, a geology nerd, or just lava-obsessed, this episode is your gateway into the explosive world of volcanology.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform — and don’t forget to subscribe to Lava Academy for more hot takes from the heart of Iceland’s volcanic wonderland.
