Best Astrophysics News Podcasts (2025)

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10 Unsettling Ways Humans Could Go Extinct 16:29

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An exploration of ten ways humans could go extinct other than the usual concepts of nuclear war, anthropogenic climate change, and asteroid impacts.Event Horizon:https://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshowMy Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierANNA voiced by the wonderful Eryn Knight:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCkLBGKE6Y6rGILLv4DAVv…

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Icy Telescopes and Martian Lightning 1:03:10

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This episode it is a new bananza with discussion of the Thirty Metre Telescope, shenanigans on Mars, asymmetrical supernovae and more trouble in the world of cosmology. There is a Xmas Telescope buying guide as well as our monthly skyguide! Produced by Paul, Jen, John, Damien & DustinBy Awesome Astronomy

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The Mysterious Star HD 139139 with Dr. Andrew Vanderburg 30:36

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28 random dips of light were observed by the Kepler space telescope of the star HD 139139. The random transiting nature of the objects and the light curves were studied by a team that was lead by Dr. Saul Rappaport and Dr. Andrew Vanderburg. This bizarre star so far stands out from the Kepler mission. One explanation includes rapid sunspots. Possib…

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Do Galaxies with No Dark Matter Prove it Exists? Featuring Shany Danieli 17:45

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Shany Danieli, part of a team from Yale using the Dragonfly Array made observations of an ultra-diffuse galaxy, NGC 1052-DF2. Through their observations they were able to determine that it has little to no dark matter. Ultra diffuse Galaxy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultra_diffuse_galaxyTWO UNUSUAL GALAXIES SHAKE UP THE DARK MATTER DEBATE, AGAIN…

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Audio long read: Faulty mitochondria cause deadly diseases — fixing them is about to get a lot easier 17:19

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CRISPR-based gene editing has revolutionized modern biology, but these tools are unable to access the DNA that resides inside mitochondria. Researchers are eager to access and edit this DNA to understand more about the energy production and the mutations that can cause incurable mitochondrial diseases. Because CRISPR can’t help with these problems,…

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Life in the 18th Century with Jon Townsend 26:48

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In part one of a two part episode we are joined by Jon Townsend who does historical reenactment, is the host of the youtube channel Townsend, and is the proprietor of the online store, https://www.townsends.us/John Michael Godier and Jon Townsend discuss the life of the typical farmer in the 18th century, what type food they would eat, spices they …

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This is what lightning on Mars sounds like 28:24

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00:46 Martian ‘micro-lightning’ The sounds of ‘micro-lightning’ have been recorded by NASA’s Perseverance rover, ending a long search for the phenomenon on Mars. A lack of suitable equipment has made it difficult to gather evidence of lightning on the red planet, but a team of researchers realized that a microphone on Perseverance should be able to…

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3I/ATLAS Metal Signals: What They Really Mean | Thomas Puzia and Rohan Rahatgaonkar 1:33:25

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Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has quickly become one of the most closely watched astronomical events of the decade. As only the third confirmed interstellar object ever detected, every new observation of 3I/ATLAS is reshaping how astronomers think about the chemistry, origins, and long-distance evolution of small bodies formed around other stars. In…

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3i/ATLAS Interstellar Comet Update For November 2025 17:01

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3i/ATLAS Interstellar Comet Update For November 2025 and how it might connect to the mysteriousTunguska Event of 1908. My Patreon Page:https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMy Event Horizon Channel:https://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshow Music:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https:…

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Earthrise & the Moment Change Happens – A Conversation with Frank White, Pt. 1 45:25

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The Episode Frank White has spent decades unpacking something astronauts struggle to describe — the instant you see Earth not as a place you stand on but as the vessel carrying all of us through space. In this first part, Frank traces the roots of the space age — Sputnik, Apollo, Earthrise — and how those shocks and images rewired our sense of ours…

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The Warning Signs of AI are Getting More Frequent 15:15

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The Warning Signs of AI are Getting More FrequentPapers:"Darwin Among the Machines", Butler, 1863https://mediarep.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/e0da505d-200c-43ab-be4b-6604a4df816f/contentMusic:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: https:/…

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Using Black Holes to Traverse the Universe with Dr. David Kipping 51:05

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The Halo Drive, using a laser to gain fuel free relativistic propulsion from a black hole. By shooting a laser close to the event horizon of a black hole, Dr. David Kipping's conceptual star drive could lead to traveling across the milky way from one black hole to another as well as techno signatures from advanced civilizations that might already b…

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10 Unsettling Astronomical Incidents and Phenomena 18:47

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An exploration of ten of the most unsettling astrophysical events including Dyson Sphere candidates, a star containing plutonium, the Wow! Signal and others. https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierhttps://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshowPapers:"Pulsar Positioning System: A quest for evidence of extraterrestrial engineering", Clement Vidal, 2017ht…

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Surviving the End of the World Featuring Dr. Travis Langley 38:32

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The Psychology of The Walking Dead - Zombie ScienceWith Rick Grimes leaving The Walking Dead we wanted to take an in depth look at the science behind zombies, the living dead, and the psychology behind what drives the people like Rick, Negan, and the groups of people who try to survive in end of the world scenarios. How do you live in a world full …

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Insulin cream offers needle-free option for diabetes 42:05

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00:45 A molecule that delivers insulin through the skin Researchers have developed a skin-permeable polymer that can deliver insulin into the body, which they say could one day offer an alternative to injections for diabetes management. The skin’s structure presents a formidable barrier to the delivery of large drugs but in this work a team show th…

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Intelligent Systems: Digital Culture Shock 38:33

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In this conversation, Dr. Katharina Reinecke explores the intersection of technology and culture, discussing how cultural assumptions shape the design and functionality of technology. She delves into the implications of self-driving cars, the importance of understanding diverse user experiences, and the challenges posed by a predominantly Western p…

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10 Unsettling Future Technologies 14:11

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And exploration of ten of the more unsetting possible future technologies. https://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshowMusic:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Five …

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What’s Hiding Under Mars | Dr. Sam Courville 51:03

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Mars may look dead, but under its surface lies a record of its ancient water and perhaps even the ingredients for life. Planetary scientist Dr. Samuel Courville discusses the latest research on Martian ice, groundwater, volcanic history, and the potential for subsurface brine.Links:https://swim.psi.edu/https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/fu…

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Fermi Paradox: The Population Problem 10:45

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An exploration into the concept of population and how that affects the Fermi Paradox question. Do advanced alien civilizations necessarily have the population numbers to colonize the galaxy entirely?Music:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: …

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What an Artimess! 40:31

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In our second episode of the month we chat about the weird mess that is now the Artemis Programme, whether there is even a new space race and what strange shenanigans rogue planets are up to! Produced by Paul, Jen, John, Damien & DustinBy Awesome Astronomy

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10 of the Worst Extinction Events on Planet Earth 14:08

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An exploration of ten of the worst extinction events in our planet's history.https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMusic:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Fi…

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‘Malicious use is already happening’: machine-learning pioneer on making AI safer 15:06

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Yoshua Bengio, considered by many to be one of the godfathers of AI, has long been at the forefront of machine-learning research . However, his opinions on the technology have shifted in recent years — he joins us to talk about ways to address the risks posed by AI, and his efforts to develop an AI with safety built in from the start. Nature: ‘It k…

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Huge eruption on a distant star confirmed at last 33:51

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00:45 A coronal mass ejection from a distant star Researchers have detected what they say is the strongest evidence yet of a coronal mass ejection (CME) coming from a star other than our Sun. CMEs are massive bursts of fast-moving plasma that can be detected thanks to the characteristic radio signal they produce. However, despite decades of searchi…

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Astrophiz225-DrDylanGrigg 33:28

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Today’s episode features Dr Dylan Grigg, a fabulous astrophysicist from Perth in Western Australia.Dylan has been doing amazing work that impacts on the effectiveness of every radio telescope and array on the planet.He has revealed the presence of unintended radio frequencies leaking from the tens of thousands of low earth orbit satellites above us…

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Who is Francis Crick? 50:26

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This conversation delves into the life and legacy of Francis Crick, co-discoverer of the DNA structure. Dr. Matthew Cobb, the guest, explores Crick's multifaceted personality, his poetic inspirations, collaborative nature, and his later pursuits in consciousness. The discussion also touches on the controversies surrounding his work, particularly re…

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What Lies Beneath Ceres | Dr. Samuel Courville 43:43

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New evidence suggests that Ceres may still harbor subsurface brine, cryovolcanic activity, and internal heat sources capable of sustaining habitable environments. The discussion explores how radioactive decay, methanogenesis, and chemical energy could support life beneath its surface, what salt deposits reveal about ancient liquid water, and whethe…

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10 Ways We Might Detect Alien Life Other Than Radio 14:18

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10 Ways We Might Detect Alien Life Other Than Radio.Interview with Fraser Cainhttps://youtu.be/TJo6MV5Vu6wPapers:Orbiting Rainbows. https://www.nasa.gov/content/orbiting-rainbows-phase-ii/_test"Transit Lightcurve Signatures of Artificial Objects", Arnold, 2005https://arxiv.org/abs/astro-ph/0503580Music:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed …

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Unsettling Ways Aliens Could Understand the Universe | Daniel Whiteson 1:25:37

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Physicist Daniel Whiteson joins John Michael Godier to explore whether alien civilizations might perceive and understand the universe through entirely different physics—asking if math, logic, and even the laws of nature are truly universal or just human.YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz3qvETKooktNgCvvheuQDw/joinPodcast: hhttps…

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10 Reasons Aliens Won't Invade Earth 12:25

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An exploration into the concept of alien invasion and reasons why aliens would not attempt to invade earth.https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMusic:Darkest Child by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?i…

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Meet the ‘Wee-rex’. Tiny tyrannosaur is its own species 28:48

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00:45 The debate around Nanotyrannus A hotly debated species of dinosaur, assumed by many to be a juvenile T. rex, is actually a separate species, according to new research. Nanotyrannus was a dinosaur anatomically similar to T. rex, but about a tenth of the size, leading many to argue it was a young version of the iconic species. However, examinat…

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10 Reasons Aliens Might Invade Earth 18:51

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An exploration of scenarios within scientific possibility of why aliens might choose to invade earth. https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMusic:Cylinder Five by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chrisz…

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Mathematics and Humanity: The Untold Stories of the Great Math War 43:33

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This conversation explores the intersection of mathematics and human experience, focusing on historical figures, philosophical debates, and the ethical implications of scientific progress. Jason Socrates Bardi discusses his book 'The Great Math War', which delves into the personal stories of mathematicians, the challenges of teaching math, and the …

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Fermi Paradox: Imperial Pragmatism 9:18

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An exploration of whether galaxy spanning empires are feasible or not as a solution to the Fermi Paradox.https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMusic:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://ch…

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Phineas Gage's Brain and Other Oddities with Joe Scott 43:20

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Joining John this week is YouTuber Joe Scott, host of Answers with Joe where they discuss a variety of topics including space science, future technology and its effects, and some of the odder cases Joe has covered on his channel, such as the case of Phineas Gage, who survived having an iron tamping bar pass through his skull, revealing to science c…

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Comet I3 ATLAS and Cerne Abbas Star Party 1:07:04

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Time for a Comet 3I ATLAS deep dive, a chat about Paul's recent visit to the Cerne Abbas Starparty and our new extended skyguide. Produced by Paul, Jen, John, Damien & DustinBy Awesome Astronomy

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10 SETI Messages That We May Not Want to Receive 21:36

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An exploration of alternative SETI messages that may not say hello. https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierPapers:"Searching for Interstellar Communications" Cocconi and Morrison, 1959http://www.bigear.org/vol1no1/interste.htm"Intelligent life in the Universe" By Carl Sagan and Iosef Shklovski, 1962MusicCylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licens…

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NovemberSkyGuide224 27:49

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Our MP3 files can be freely streamed or downloaded free to your favorite device from our SoundCloud channel, from Pocketcasts, Spotify, our free Amazon Audible stream, YouTube podcasts and Apple Podcasts.Listen: Viewing HighlightsBoth morning & Evening skies are good for planetsEvening Skies:Mars is very low in NW skies setting about an hour after …

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10 Spooky Things the Universe Does that are Invisible 14:52

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An exploration of 10 Spooky Things the Universe Does that are Invisible in celebration of Halloween.My Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMy Talk Show Channel:https://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshowMusic:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by…

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Two Days and a Half – How ESA Brought a Lost Mars Mission Back to Life 1:26:45

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The Episode In March 2022, Europe’s ExoMars Rosalind Franklin mission was only weeks from launch when it was suddenly grounded. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ended years of cooperation, and left one of ESA’s most ambitious Mars projects without a ride, without partners, and without a plan. From inside ESA’s Mission Control in Darmstadt, Sara Melloni…

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The 3I/ATLAS Mystery: What Scientists Discovered 5:54:33

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For the first time, five hours of interviews with real scientists examining 3I/ATLAS, the third interstellar object ever discovered passing through our solar system. Featuring leading astronomers and astrophysicists, this collection explores what makes 3I/ATLAS unique. From its hyperbolic trajectory and ancient composition to whether it could repre…

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Bowhead whales can live for more than 200 years – this protein might be why 22:50

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00:47 How bowhead whales live so long Researchers have uncovered a protein that enhances DNA repair and may explain how bowhead whales can live more than 200 years. The protein, cold-induced RNA-binding protein, was shown to enhance repair of double stranded DNA breaks, a particularly troublesome kind of damage. The team showed that this protein co…

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10 Unsettling Artificial Intelligence Scenarios 13:59

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10 Unsettling Artificial intelligence scenarios.https://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMusic:Cylinder Five by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/cylinders/Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is lice…

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The Future of Physics: Portals to a New Reality 48:44

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In this conversation, Dr.Vlatko Vedral discusses the complexities of quantum mechanics and its implications for our understanding of reality. He explores the stagnation in physics, the importance of thought experiments, and the potential for new discoveries through technological advancements. Vlatko emphasizes the need for adventurous research and …

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10 Interesting Scientific Discoveries for October 2025 14:46

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10 Interesting Scientific Discoveries for October 2025My Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/johnmichaelgodierMy Event Horizon Channel:https://www.youtube.com/eventhorizonshow Music:Cylinder Eight by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Source: https://chriszabriskie.co…

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The Wow! Signal with Discoverer Dr. Jerry Ehman 1:04:04

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The Wow! Signal re-examined, examining overlooked aspects leads to a new understanding of the unexplained SETI signal from 1977 with Discoverer Dr. Jerry Ehman.The Mystery of the Wow! Signalhttps://youtu.be/aseyBWZa3pYThe Big Ear Wow! Signal(30th Anniversary Report)http://www.bigear.org/Wow30th/wow30th.htmSETI in the 1970shttp://www.bigear.org/olds…