Geological beef erupts on X over space rock’s Earthly fame
Yellowstone Boulder Goes Off: “Meteor-X Is Just Cosplaying Sediment”
Tempers erupted in the geological community this week when Yellowstone Boulder, a 2.3-billion-year-old stone with significant park clout, accused Meteor-X of cultural appropriation. “This pebble flies in from space, gets a Netflix deal and a fragrance line, and suddenly it’s the voice of Earth rocks?” the Boulder posted on X (formerly Twitter). “Where was it during erosion reform?” Fans of Meteor-X clapped back with #LetSpaceSpeak and photoshopped the Boulder wearing MAGA lichen. Yellowstone Boulder fired back: “At least I’ve been walked on by millions, respectfully.” Elon Musk responded with a shrug emoji, while the rock in question–again–remained diplomatically mute. The National Park Service declined to comment, citing sediment neutrality.