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A Cultural History of Art Bell

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Charles Watson

Charles Watson

Research

Charles Watson is a researcher who appeared on late-night radio to discuss his findings and perspectives on a range of topics, contributing to the program's diverse exploration of ideas and phenomena.

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Episode thumbnail for February 23, 1996: Earthquakes - Charles Watson

February 23, 1996: Earthquakes - Charles Watson

Feb 23, 1996
41m
Charles Watson, consulting geologist and publisher of the Seismo Watch newsletter, joins Art Bell to discuss a dramatic surge in global earthquake activity. Watson reveals that 1995 produced 192 earthquakes of magnitude 6.0 or greater, the most in any recorded year, surpassing the previous high of 164 set in 1965. H...
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Episode thumbnail for June 10, 1996: Open Lines | Earthquakes - Charles Watson

June 10, 1996: Open Lines | Earthquakes - Charles Watson

Jun 10, 1996
2h 46m
Consulting geologist Charles Watson returns to break down a massive 7.9 magnitude earthquake that has rocked the Aleutian Islands, triggering thousands of aftershocks and a tsunami warning across Alaska. Watson, a self-described earthquake enthusiast who compares the thrill of seismic events to a kid in a candy stor...