Young-Earth or Old-Earth?

Dr. Jackson, You may remember me from when you visited our church. I had the brother with the tie, and we talked about MENSA. In either case, I was wondering what the truth is about the whole Old-Earth/New-Earth fiasco. Where do the old earthists get the extra years from? What about the archaeological evidence? I know several well-respected Christian men who argue both sdies, but the argument never seems too consistent. What is your opinion? Sincerely, Grant