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While they're all losing their minds, let's play StarFall2029! StarFall2029 is a story-telling Live Action Role Playing gamification of Christian Discipleship through Biblical literacy, in the fine radio tradition of Orson Welles, with a true Scot's undershanding of George Orwell, and a touch of Joe Rogan the Bible Answer Man, StarFall2029 in your ongoing community ruleset for the hard reset your Christian dialogue has been desperately in need of. Psalms, Proverbs and Red Letters in Jesus' N ...
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60 years in the future, Earth is collapsing. Those with the means to do so have escaped to a burgeoning solar empire. In a remote section of the Asteroid Belt lives a colony of miners, who run the machines that harvest all the materials our solar empire is built from. One former miner, DJ Corry, moved back to the Belt and started a radio station, where he could entertain his fellow miners, inform them, and keep them from going insane. Tune in for the latest news from across the solar system ...
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Hannah (Lana Condor) finds herself trapped inside her boss Fin Gorale’s (Alan Cumming) subterranean biosphere named Evergreen, alongside seven of the world’s greatest minds. When Fin informs the group that an asteroid has destroyed the surface of the Earth, they find themselves – forced survivors – tasked with rebuilding society. As our characters vie for control of Evergreen, alliances form and fracture as heroes turn into villains. But when Hannah discovers that Evergreen is malfunctioning ...
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The crew of the MRS Hyacinth rush to survey a Jovian asteroid, hoping it is worth enough to ransom the crew of their sister ship - the Corvus - before the deadline hits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The surprising connections in science and technology that give you the Big Picture. Astronomer Seth Shostak and science journalist Molly Bentley are joined each week by leading researchers, techies, and journalists to provide a smart and humorous take on science. Our regular "Skeptic Check" episodes cast a critical eye on pseudoscience.
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Science, pop culture, and comedy collide on StarTalk Radio! Neil deGrasse Tyson, astrophysicist and Director of New York's Hayden Planetarium, and his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities, and scientific experts explore astronomy, physics, and everything else there is to know about life in the universe. New episodes premiere Tuesdays. Keep Looking Up! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podca ...
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More than 154 million treasures fill the Smithsonian’s vaults. But where the public’s view ends, Sidedoor begins. With the help of biologists, artists, historians, archaeologists, zookeepers and astrophysicists, host Lizzie Peabody sneaks listeners through the Smithsonian’s side door, telling stories that can’t be heard anywhere else. Check out si.edu/sidedoor and follow @SidedoorPod for more info.
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When a colonization spaceship collides into an asteroid infected with ancient body-snatching aliens. The damaged ship is quickly overtaken by alien-zombies and the remaining crew must fight for survival.
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Professor Brian Cox and Robin Ince host a witty, irreverent look at the world through scientists’ eyes. Joined by a panel of scientists, experts and celebrity science enthusiasts they investigate life, the universe and everything in between on The Infinite Monkey Cage from the BBC. From the smallest building blocks of life to the furthest stars, the curious monkeys pull apart the latest science to reveal fascinating and often bizarre insights into the world around us and what lies beyond. Ca ...
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Your bite-size guide to this week in science. Join hosts Eleanor Higgs and Rachael Funnell as they discuss the biggest news stories of the week with guests from the IFLScience team and maybe even a surprise expert or two. So, let’s Break It Down…
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NASA’s Lucy Spacecraft Zooms Past Asteroid Donaldjohanson, Neutrino Mass Limit Set
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Dire Wolves, Intersex Whales, And That Dangerous Asteroid’s Unusual Origin
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This week on Break It Down: old skin samples have revealed the first-ever evidence for an intersex Southern right whale, a dangerous asteroid that might hit the Moon has an unusual origin, what dire wolf “de-extinction” really means and how it’s helping red wolves, a mushroom that contains one of the most bitter compounds known to humans, a promisi…
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In 2013 a 56 foot diameter space rock exploded over Chelyabinsk, Russia releasing the energy of 450 kt of TNT and filled local hospitals with some of the 1,500 people who were injured. Fortunately no one died. In 1908 a 200 ft diameter meteor exploded over a largely unpopulated region at Tunguska, Siberia knocking down trees over a 750 square mile …
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An asteroid passes through a Hamburger (Galaxy) (7 to 13 April 2025)
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Watch the asteroid Flora as at passes by the Hamburger Galaxy this week. Find out how to see it in the latest episode of Star Diary, the podcast from the makers of Sky at Night Magazine. Transcript Learn to observe our nearest star, the Sun, in our upcoming online masterclass series Subscribe to BBC Sky at Night Magazine and submit your astrophotog…
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Asteroids are rich in precious metals and other valuable resources. But mining them presents considerable challenges. We discuss these, and consider how these spinning, rocky resources might be the key to a space-faring future. But an economist points out the consequences of bringing material back to Earth, and a scientist raises an ethical questio…
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With planets and moons, it’s what’s inside that counts. If we want to understand surface features, like volcanoes, or their history, such as how the planet formed or whether it’s suitable for life, we study their interiors. Astronomer Sabine Stanley takes us on a journey to the centers of Venus, Saturn’s large moon Titan, Jupiter’s moon Io, and of …
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In Encounters with CREEPS, Nighttime listeners are invited to share their unsettling experiences with the many CREEPS lurking in everyday life. In this episode, Jordan and Madelayne Klein unpack the 25th volume of your Encounters with CREEPS. This time we’ve got a CREEP with a basement apartment, a CREEP who needed a witness in court, a dog who cou…
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Cosmic Questions, Angular Momentum & the Mysteries of the Expanding Universe | Space Nuts:...
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Space Nuts Episode 516: Angular Momentum, Cosmic Inflation, and the Infinite Universe In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, host Heidi Campo steps in for Andrew Dunkley, joined by the ever-knowledgeable Professor Fred Watson. Together, they tackle an array of fascinating listener questions that delve into the complexities of angular mome…
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The Red Planet passes through the star strewn field of the Beehive Cluster. Find out how to see them in the latest episode of Star Diary, the podcast from the makers of Sky at Night Magazine. Transcript Learn to observe our nearest star, the Sun, in our upcoming online masterclass series Subscribe to BBC Sky at Night Magazine and submit your astrop…
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Starfall Subscriber Update: Full Steam Ahead
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You're listening to Starfall2029! Follow the white rabbit at revfisk.com Find out more about the Sons of Solomon, a prayer discipline for men Support Rev Fisk at SubscribeStar Order Rev Fisk's books at Amazon Catch Rev Fisk on A Brief History of Power podcast Hear Rev Fisk's sermons at St Paul Get the free Mad Mondays newsletter, a round up of news…
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Cosmic Revelations: Vera Rubin’s Galaxy Hunt & Lunar Water Secrets
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, join host Anna as she uncovers a wealth of groundbreaking discoveries that are reshaping our understanding of the universe. From the potential tripling of known satellite galaxies to exciting lunar water revelations, this episode is filled with cosmic insights that will spark your imagination. Highlights: - Vera …
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Are 80% of women really only attracted to 20% of men?
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Netflix’s psychological drama Adolescence has started a debate about teenage boys and misogyny in modern society. It tells the story of a seemingly normal young boy, Jamie, who is arrested after the brutal murder of a girl in his class. The series focuses on how young men are being radicalised against women by various podcasts, blogs and forums tha…
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The wonder of sharks surviving for 500 million years
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Sharks have survived 500 million years while mass extinctions have wiped out other species. Now, sharks are under threat.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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One little known and infrequently observed phenomenon in the natural night sky are “bright nights” during which observers have reported being able to read a book when both the Sun and Moon are both well below the horizon.By Albert D. Grauer
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Tattooed Tardigrades, Doomed Lava Planet, And Meet The “Bone Collector”
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This week, on Break It Down: a planet with a very rare tail is being boiled apart, the first physical evidence of a gladiator fighting a lion discovered in Britain, scientists are tattooing tardigrades (for science), what’s happening in your brain during a mind blank, the grim fashion of “bone collector” caterpillars, and five health risks associat…
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Earth’s Water Origins Rewritten, Mars’ Magnetic Mystery Unveiled
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In this episode of SpaceTime, we unveil groundbreaking evidence that challenges previously held theories about the origins of Earth's water. Recent findings published in the journal Icarus indicate that rather than being delivered by asteroids and comets, Earth's water may have formed alongside the planet itself. The study utilizes a unique meteori…
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Celestial Updates: SpaceX’s Launches, Curiosity’s Tracks, and K2 18b Controversies
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, join host Anna as she delves into the latest cosmic developments, from SpaceX's ambitious satellite launches to groundbreaking discoveries about exoplanets. This episode is packed with exciting news that will ignite your curiosity about the universe. Highlights: - SpaceX's Starlink Expansion: Discover how SpaceX …
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Audio long read: Do smartphones and social media really harm teens’ mental health?
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Research shows that, over the past two decades, rates of mental illness have been increasing in adolescents in many countries. While some scientists point to soaring use of smartphones and social media as a key driver for this trend, others say the evidence does not show a large effect of these technologies on teenagers’ psychological health. At th…
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K2 18b, Life’s Potential & the Mysteries of the Hycean World | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights &...
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Space Nuts Episode 515: K2 18b, Polar Orbits, and the Lucy Mission In this fascinating episode of Space Nuts, host Heidi Campo takes the helm for her final week as Andrew Dunkley prepares to return. Joined by the ever-knowledgeable Professor Fred Watson, they delve into some of the most exciting recent discoveries in astronomy, including the much-d…
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KEEP CANADA WEIRD - 160 - 2025/04/25 - election ads, golf brawling, TTC, and a wedding in jail
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In Keep Canada Weird Jordan and Aaron Airport explore the weird and offbeat Canadian news stories from the past week. In this episode your hosts discuss; the worst political ads of the 2025 Canadian election golfers brawling in Kelowna Should the Toronto Transit Commission be romantic? a wedding at the Dorchester jail Series Links Keep Canada Weird…
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Malaria fight in jeopardy, and bone collecting caterpillars
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In this edition of The Naked Scientists: World Malaria Day, and why overseas aid cuts in the US are threatening to cause a crisis; the carnivorous caterpillar dubbed the "bone collector" that steals from spiders; and the biotechnologist attempting to feed astronauts better in space... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scient…
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Last week, the website covid.gov looked very different, containing information on coping with covid and US research. This week it leads you to a White House webpage outlining lab-leak hypothesis – that the pandemic was the result of dodgy lab work at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. The scientific consensus however continues to suggest a zoonotic c…
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Is everything we know about the universe wrong?
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For the last week or so, the world of physics has had just one conversation. Have we found a new way of understanding the universe? And if so, what does this mean for our understanding of how we all came to exist – and even our fate? These big questions were prompted by new data from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument team at the Kitt Peak Na…
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Lunar Ambitions: China’s Nuclear Plans, Exoplanet Breakthroughs, and Hubble’s 35-Year Legacy
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, join host Anna as she guides you through a captivating exploration of our universe's latest advancements and celestial events. From ambitious lunar projects to groundbreaking detection technologies, this episode promises to ignite your curiosity about the cosmos. Highlights: - China's Lunar Nuclear Power Plant: D…
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Evidence of alien life, a clue about the rise of bowel cancer, and a new colour?
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Madeleine Finlay and Ian Sample discuss three intriguing science stories from the week. From a hint at alien life on a distant planet to a clue in the search for answers over why colon cancer rates are rising in the under 50s, and news from scientists who claim to have found a colour no one has seen before. Help support our independent journalism a…
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Daniel and Kelly talk about what energy is, how it flows, and whether it has to come from anywhere! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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Memory Meltdown in Microgravity: Why you may just not remember your pioneering visit to Mars.
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This episode's guest, Dr. Heather Collins, cognitive neuroscientist, brain-hack expert, and sought-after keynote speaker, takes us on a fascinating - and slightly unsettling - journey into how space travel changes the human brain. Buckle up as Heather reveals the extraordinary findings and crucial insights at the forefront of cognitive neuroscience…
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Marino Fragnito: Chief Commercial Officer and Launch Services Director at Avio
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This week on The Astro Ben Podcast, we dive into the world of space launches with Marino Fragnito, Avio’s Chief Commercial Officer and Launch Services Director. Appointed in September 2024, Marino drives Avio’s Vega C and Ariane 6 programs while navigating the competitive space market in March 2025. With a career spanning Airbus, Arianespace, and T…
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A brand-new colour created by lasers, a pig-liver transplant trial gets the green light, and a nugget-sized chunk of lab-grown meat
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00:27 Five people see ‘olo’, a brand-new colour Using a laser system to activate specific eye cells, a team has allowed five study participants to perceive a vibrant blue-greenish hue well outside the natural range of colours seen by humans. Although the setup required to accomplish this feat is currently complicated, this finding could provide mor…
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Unraveling the Universe: A Planet in Peril, Webb’s Breakthroughs, and UFO Origins
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, join host Anna as she takes you on a thrilling journey through the cosmos, unveiling a series of astonishing discoveries that push the boundaries of our understanding of the universe. From a planet disintegrating in real-time to groundbreaking insights from the James Webb Space Telescope, this episode is packed w…
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Oils Well That Ends Well: Seed Oil Myths Dispelled
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In this episode, Dr. Jessica Steier and Dr. Sarah Scheinman welcome Dr. Christopher Labos to examine the controversial topic of seed oils in nutrition. The scientists explore common misconceptions surrounding dietary fats, clarifying the differences between saturated and unsaturated fats and addressing the ongoing omega-3 versus omega-6 debate. The…
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Indigenous Climate Solutions, Virus Thaw, AI Brain Implant
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When tackling solutions to climate change, we tend to focus on westernized approaches rather than listening to Indigenous Peoples about the best ways to protect our earth. So, today, just in time for Earth Day, Dr. Samantha Yammine speaks with Dr. Myrle Ballard about natural resource and environmental management from Indigenous perspectives. Then, …
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The unputdownable first Western biography of SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son, financial disruptor and personification of the 21st century’s addiction to instant wealth, from the former editor of the Financial Times. As Wall Street swooned and boomed through the last decade, our livelihoods have—now more than ever—come to rely upon the good sense and ris…
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My Catalina Sky Survey teammate Greg Leonard was observing with our team's 60 inch telescope on Mt. Lemmon in Arizona when he discovered a relatively large space rock, 2017 FD157, which can theoretically come closer to the Earth's surface than the communications satellites. We don't have enough data to predict when it will make a very close approac…
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Exploring the Cosmos Asteroid Donaldjohanson, Mercury’s Gem, and a Busy Launch Week
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, join host Anna as she navigates through a thrilling array of cosmic stories that stretch from our solar system's asteroids to the mysteries of ancient galaxies. Get ready to discover NASA's Lucy spacecraft's remarkable encounter with the uniquely shaped asteroid Donaldjohanson, delve into the surprising possibili…
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‘Dark matter’, 'Big Bang' and ‘spin’: how physics terms can confuse researchers
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Categorizing things is central to science. And there are dozens of systems scientists have created to name everything from the trenches on the sea bed to the stars in the sky. But names have consequences. What’s in a name is a series exploring naming in science and how names impact the world. We look at whether the system of naming species remains …
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What are chemical reactions like in space? Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice team up with Kate the Chemist to explore how cesium helps us tell time, the elusive quest for the periodic table’s “island of stability,” how AI is revolutionizing chemistry, and more! NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https:/…
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Are Humans Still Evolving? (Featuring Scott Solomon)
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Daniel and Kelly chat with Dr. Scott Solomon about how we measure evolution, and whether or not humans are still evolving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts
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The American biotech company Colossal Biosciences recently made headlines around the world with claims it had resurrected the dire wolf, an animal that went extinct at the end of the last ice age. But does what the company has done amount to ‘de-extinction’ or should we instead think of these pups as genetically modified versions of the grey wolves…
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In this edition of The Naked Scientists, Titans of Science continues with planetary scientist charged with analysing rock samples brought in from outer space, Sara Russell... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked ScientistsBy The Naked Scientists
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Lab Notes: Why did NASA spend a billion bucks on Lucy?
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Somewhere out past Mars in the early hours of Easter Monday, a space probe called Lucy whizzed by an asteroid named Donaldjohanson. Lucy then sent back images showing Donaldjohanson is about five kilometres wide and shaped like a peanut. It's one of a handful of asteroids on Lucy's 12-year itinerary. So what does the billion-dollar mission hope to …
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Ep. 752: Should We Go to the Moon or Mars Next?
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Astronomy Cast Ep. 752: Should We Go to the Moon or Mars Next? By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Apr 16, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay There is an ongoing debate on where NASA should go next with humans: to the Moon or Mars. (Or maybe an asteroid or one of Mars’ moons). We are on the verge of sending humans back …
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Celebrating Space Milestones: Don Pettit’s Birthday in Orbit and New Insights on Mars
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In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Hallie takes the reins while Steve enjoys a well-deserved break, guiding listeners through a series of fascinating cosmic events and discoveries. From the remarkable birthday of NASA's oldest astronaut to groundbreaking insights about Mars' magnetic field, this episode is packed with stories that will keep y…
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