Best Mars Attacks Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Signals From Mars - Episode 423 - King Witch 30:25

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In this episode of Signals From Mars, I’m joined by Laura Donnelly, vocalist of the incredible Scottish doom metal band Kingwitch. We dive deep into the making of their latest album, III — their most powerful and emotionally resonant release yet. Laura opens up about the five-year gap between albums, much of which was shaped by family life, creativ…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 422 - Joshua Toomey 1:33:14

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In episode 422 of Signals From Mars, Victor welcomes back longtime friend and podcasting peer Joshua Toomey for a deep and candid conversation about the state of podcasting, legacy rock bands, and Toomey’s latest creative projects. Toomey—co-host of The David Ellefson Podcast, host of Talk Toomey, and member of the reunited Primer 55—opens up about…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 421 - Vinyl Confessions 46:52

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🎙️ In this episode of Signals From Mars, Victor and Jeremy return with the second installment of “Vinyl Confessions,” diving deep into the records that mean the most to them. Whether it’s about musicianship, emotional connection, or unforgettable stories tied to each LP, this is more than just a show-and-tell — it’s a tribute to why vinyl still mat…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 420 - Back To The Beginning 1:30:17

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This episode centers on a full fan and panelist breakdown of the Back to the Beginning tribute concert — the final show for Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne. The panel (Victor, Brad, and Jeremy) reviews performances, band lineups, vocal quality, setlists, and surprises from the event. Major topics covered: 🎤 Commentary on Ozzy's set and vocal perfor…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 419 - June 2025 Albums Review 44:45

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We’re back with a fresh batch of riffs, reviews, and recommendations as we dive into the hard rock and metal album releases from June 2025! In this episode, Jeremy Weltman joins me once again to break down four solid weeks of new music. From well-known acts to rising names and left-field surprises, we take a critical listen and give our unfiltered …

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Signals From Mars - Episode 418 - Lifers 1:21:43

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In this episode of Signals From Mars, I’m joined by Matt Hartnett and Tanner Poppitt—the creative duo behind the powerful new documentary Lifers. 🎥 Lifers is a raw, heartfelt deep-dive into the lives of musicians who never gave up—regardless of fame, money, or mainstream recognition. These are the road warriors, the underground legends, the unsung …

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Signals From Mars - Episode 417 - Megadeth Albums Countdown 1:25:40

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🚀🎸 Dive into the Ultimate Megadeth Album Showdown on Signals From Mars! 🎧🌌 🌟 Join our vibrant Patrons community as we debate the greatest albums from thrash metal titans, Megadeth. Our unique ranking system lets Patrons champion their top 10 Megadeth albums, assigning points from 10 to 1. The album with the highest total takes the crown! 🏆 🤔 Wonder…

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Ep. 762: Science in Crisis - NASA’s New Budget 48:09

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 762: Science in Crisis - NASA’s New Budget By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Jun 30, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay Normally we try to end the season on a high note. But there’s unfolding news that we just HAVE to cover before we leave you for the summer. NASA’s new budget is here, and it’s 25% …

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Ep. 761: It's Here! The Vera Rubin Observatory 30:31

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 761: It's Here! The Vera Rubin Observatory By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live June 25, 2025. The time has come. The mighty Vera Rubin Observatory has finally come on line and delivered its “first light” images. And by Pamela’s rules that means we get to talk about it! So let’s do that! After decades of waiting, we have…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 416 - Xander Demos 51:08

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🚀 Xander Demos returns to Signals From Mars! 🎸 Back in 2013 he rocked the show — and now he’s back with even more to share: 🔥 XDB — his powerhouse band 🎶 New single: When The Love Is Gone 🎥 His gear & setup 🤘 Collaborations with other artists ⚡ Upcoming album: Gods Of Aliens Join us live and be part of the chat! 👇 💥 Support us on Patreon: https://w…

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Ep. 760: What to Look For This Summer 28:59

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 760: What to Look For This Summer By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Jun 16, 2025. It’s almost time for our annual summer hiatus, but before we go, we wanted to direct you towards all the fun and space stuff we’ll be enjoying this summer. We’ve got meteor showers, planets, rocket launches, TV shows, movies! Here’s w…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 415 - May 2025 New Releases 1:02:14

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May 2025 Albums Review | Signals From Mars June 5th, 2025 🚀🎸 May 2025 New Music Roundup on Signals From Mars with Jeremy Weltman! 🌟 🎧 Jeremy Weltman returns to dive into the fresh beats of May 2025! If you’re a music enthusiast struggling to keep up with the latest tracks, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered on Signals From Mars. 🎶 🔍 We’re breaking…

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Ep. 759: The Commercial Space Program 35:06

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 759: The Commercial Space Program By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Jun 9, 2025. Humanity has turned its focus back to the Moon, sending a fleet of spacecraft to the lunar surface. Some are run by the government, but there’s a whole new group of commercial landers bearing instruments to the lunar surface. Is this t…

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A big update about Smash Boom Best and the Brains On Universe 2:56

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We're moving the Brains On Universe Headquarters, and that means we have to stop putting out new episodes until we get settled. We know: not cool. But, our new home is going to be bigger and better and the absolute BEST. We can't wait until it's ready for you to visit. In the meantime, we still have some live shows planned this fall. Brains On Live…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 414 - Solo Show 42:52

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Solo Stream: Metal Legends, Setlist Controversies & What My Kids Are Listening To Tonight marks my first solo show in quite a while, and I’ve got a packed lineup of topics that blend metal nostalgia, modern critiques, and some personal music reflections. 🔊 Here's what I'm diving into: 🎧 Guest Spot on SiriusXM: I was recently featured on The Ultimat…

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Ep. 758: Non-Roving Rovers 31:03

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 758: Non-Roving Rovers By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on May 26, 2025. Some of our favorite robots are rovers currently roving around the surface of the Moon & Mars. But there’s some pretty tricky terrain out there and engineers are scheming up clever ways to explore other worlds inspired by life that crawls, slith…

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Goats vs. Boa Constrictors: a curious debate 34:50

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Today’s debate pairs a nimble climber with a silent slitherer – it’s Goats vs. Boa Constrictors! Radiolab co-host and science historian Latif Nasser is here to give us the goods for Team Goats and writer, podcast host and TV personality Alie Ward will bring the squeeze for Team Boa Constrictors. Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Head on over…

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Ep. 757: CubeSats 33:13

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 757: CubeSats By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on May 19, 2025. Computers are getting smaller, faster and more capable, which has enabled an entirely mew class of satellites: CubeSats. A mission small enough that you can hold it in your hands, and yet powerful enough to even travel to other planets and send messages …

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Signals From Mars - Episode 413 - March & April 2025 Albums Review 1:27:57

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🎸 March & April 2025 Albums Review | Signals From Mars – May 16, 2025 🚀🎸 March & April 2025 New Music Roundup on Signals From Mars with Jeremy Weltman! 🌟 Jeremy Weltman is back on Signals From Mars to break down the latest hard rock and metal releases from March and April 2025! Whether you're overwhelmed by the flood of new music or just want the b…

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Gandalf vs. Snape: a hero debate 38:37

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Today’s debate is a magical matchup between two wizards - one lives on Middle Earth, the other at Hogwarts. One’s got a pointy hat, the other’s got a pointy attitude. It’s Gandalf vs. Snape! Comedy writer and LEGO Master Sam Suksiri will wield the staff for Team Gandalf and Brains On Editor Shahla Farzan will take up her wand for Team Snape. Who wi…

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Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: And that’s how a BLANK saved my family 1:42

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Molly, Aron and Anna W. are grabbing ice cream after a live show and having a nice, cozy chat. Aron and Anna W.’s families have been through a LOT. In fact, there were several times their families were saved by one odd object/animal/place! Who’s got the better tale of danger and salvation? Only a sneak attack will decide!…

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Ep. 756: SphereX 28:21

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 756: SphereX By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on May 12, 2025. NASA’s newly launched SphereX mission is up & operational and has completed its initial checkout and “first light”. Everything looks good! And now it’s starting its science operations. And that’s good enough for Pamela! And THAT means we can talk about it…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 412 - 1989 1:32:07

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🔥 In this episode of Signals From Mars, we’re throwing it back to 1989—one of the most iconic years in hard rock and heavy metal history! 🤘 And just like before, the rankings come straight from YOU, our awesome listeners and patrons! 🙌 💿 Each voter submitted a ranked Top 10 list of their favorite albums from 1989. We used a point system (10 points …

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Forts vs. Puzzles: a constructive debate 37:28

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Today’s debate requires a little concentration and is seen across the nation. Put your hands together for Forts vs. Puzzles! We’ve got Forever Ago host Joy Dolo ready to rumble for team Forts, and comedian Comrade Tripp is eager to defend team Puzzles. Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YO…

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Ep. 755: Intermediate Mass Black Holes 31:55

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 755: Intermediate Mass Black Holes By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on May 5, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay. There are stellar-mass and supermassive black holes. But very little evidence of anything in between. Where are all the intermediate-mass black holes that should be the building blocks of …

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Jelly Beans vs. Beans: a flavorful debate 31:52

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Today’s debate is a mouthwatering showdown between a colorful sweet treat and the goon of legumes. Put your hands together because it’s Jelly Beans vs. Beans! We’ve got actor and writer Mike Cabellon here to fight for Team Beans and comedian and photographer Ali Horman is here to defend the colorful confection for Team Jelly Beans! Who will be crow…

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Ep. 754: K2-18b 32:51

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 754: K2-18b By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Apr 28, 2025. You’ve heard the news! Astronomers are reporting the discovery of biosignatures at K2-18b. Is this proof of life or should we all be more skeptical? It's in the news and people are claiming aliens... but is it aliens? Let's see what the data actually says.…

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Accordions vs. Bagpipes: a musical debate 41:18

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Today’s debate is a majestic musical showdown – it’s accordions vs. bagpipes! Singing the praises of the squeezebox is comedian, voice actor and writer Mary Mack, while Brains On Universe Producer Aron Woldeslassie will try to snag a win for the windy warbler. Which instrument will strike the right chord and win the day? Head on over to smashboom.o…

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Ep. 753: Why is the Moon's South Pole So Interesting? 35:33

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 753: Why is the Moon's South Pole So Interesting? By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Apr 21, 2025. I’m sure you’ve heard that all eyes are on the Moon’s southern pole. This is where various NASA and Chinese missions are targeting. What makes this region so special and what are the special challenges that explorers w…

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Frankenstein’s Monster vs. Frosty the Snowman: a chilling debate 35:35

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Today’s debate is a battle between two legendary characters: Frankenstein's Monster vs. Frosty the Snowman! Theater-maker Shanan Custer will champion the misunderstood monster, while student and actor Kate Wexler will fight for everyone’s favorite frosty fellow. Will science or snow win the day? Take a listen, and then head on over to smashboom.org…

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Ep. 752: Should We Go to the Moon or Mars Next? 36:33

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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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Forever Ago: The history and mystery of mayonnaise 30:35

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Hey Smash Boom Besties! Today we're bringing you an extra special episode from our sister podcast Forever Ago! You’ll remember debater Joy Dolo from so many debates including the spooky Ghosts vs. Zombies and the hilarious Halloween Candy Grab Bag. Turns out, Joy also made an entire Forever Ago episode about her one true nemesis – MAYONNAISE! Joy f…

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Ep. 751: Vacuum Energy 33:33

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 751: Vacuum Energy By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Apr 7, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay. Even empty space isn’t empty. It’s filled with the quantum fluctuations of spacetime itself. Which can be measured with famous experiments like the Casimir Effect. There is a surprising amount of energy i…

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Smarty Pass Bonus: Mini-Mosties 1:41

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Molly is paging through piles of maps, trying to pick the ideal spots to visit during the Brains On Spring Break Road Trip. Marc and Shahla both have fabulous and funky destinations in mind – who will be the one to convince Molly that their roadside attraction reigns supreme?By American Public Media

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Signals From Mars - Episode 411 - Hooligan Nation 1:31:10

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Anthony Scinto from the Hooligan Nation Podcast joins the show as we dive into the biggest topics in rock and metal this week. Topping the list: the official announcement from KISS — KISS Army Storms Vegas. Here’s what’s going down: To celebrate 50 years of the KISS Army, the band is throwing the wildest fan festival Vegas has ever seen. 📍 November…

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Tag vs. Hide and Seek: an exhilarating debate 33:40

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Today’s debate is a fun-filled face-off between two timeless playground favorites. It’s Tag vs. Hide and Seek! Story Pirate, improviser and motion capture actor Nick Kanellis will demonstrate speed and agility for Team Tag while Story Pirate Peter McNerney will use stealth and strategy for Team Hide and Seek. Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best…

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Ep. 750: Supernova Early Warning System 26:34

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 750: Supernova Early Warning System By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Mar 31, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay When enormous stars detonate as supernovae they release a burst of neutrinos that can be the first sign of a coming explosion. Now, astronomers have built a network to watch for that flas…

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Eclipses vs. Aurora Borealis: a celestial debate 32:51

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Today’s debate is an out-of-this-world throwdown between two dazzling sky spectacles – Eclipses vs. Aurora Borealis! Improviser, writer, and podcast host Meghan Wolff will rep the mighty, moon-shadowed mystery of Team Eclipses while improviser, content creator, and podcast host Maria Bartholdi will help the swirling, shimmering colors of the Northe…

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Ep. 749: Dark Energy Changing Over Time 32:07

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 749: Dark Energy Changing Over Time By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Mar 24, 2025. The Hubble Tension is a vexing problem, with astronomers measuring the expansion of the Universe at different points in its history and getting different results. Errors have mostly been ruled out, which leaves the potential for new…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 410 - Hall Of Fame 1:58:51

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🔥 Introducing the Signals From Mars Hall Of Fame – Voted by YOU! 🎸 In our biggest fan poll ever, Signals From Mars proudly presents the Signals From Mars Hall Of Fame – the ultimate celebration of hard rock and heavy metal bands that truly matter to the fans. 💥 Sick of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ignoring legendary bands or using shock tactics for…

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Ketchup vs. Ranch: a saucy debate 31:56

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Today’s debate is a captivating clash of two condiments. It’s Ketchup vs. Ranch! We’ve got comedian and writer Devohn Bland here to defend team Ranch and voice actor Merk Nguyen ready to fight for Ketchup! Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won! This week’s sponsor: Help your kid…

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Ep. 748: Fast Radio Bursts 28:06

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 748: Fast Radio Bursts By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live on Mar 17, 2025. For the briefest of moments, some dead stars can flash brighter than their entire galaxy (in Radio light) and then live to do it again and again. It’s time for an update on fast radio bursts, a phenomenon we’ve only known about for a few decades…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 409 - Hour One Music Discussion 1:22:53

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🚀🎸 The Hour One Show Returns to Signals From Mars: A Deep Dive into Rock & Metal's Latest Buzz! 🌟 Join us as we reignite the Hour One show on Signals From Mars, where my Patrons and I delve into the most electrifying topics shaking the hard rock and metal universe. 🤘 Some of the topic's discussed include: 🎶 Upcoming Album Releases We’re Excited Abo…

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Clowns vs. Magicians: a magical debate 37:15

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Today’s debate is a real showstopper! It’s Clowns vs. Magicians! Actor and professional clown Gregory Parks puts the whoop in whoopie cushion for Team Clowns, while Brains On co-creator and editor Sanden Totten dazzles for Team Magicians! Who will be crowned the Smash Boom Best? Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won! T…

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Smarty Pass Sneak Peek: Road Trip This or That! 1:45

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Let’s celebrate Spring Break! Rosie and Marc are getting ready to take a long drive to their favorite destination – The Troll Hole Museum in Alliance, Ohio. But in a terrible twist they need to play 3 new road trip games to see who gets to sit up front.By American Public Media

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Ep. 747: Rogue Planets 29:06

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Streamed live on Mar 10, 2025. Hosted by: Fraser Cain and Dr. Pamela L. Gay Most planets orbit stars. That’s the rule, right? Well, maybe not. In fact the vast majority of planets could be floating freely through the Milky Way. Today we’re gonna talk about rogue planets. Sometimes planets just go rogue. Let's learn about planets living free from st…

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Signals From Mars - Episode 408 - February 2025 Albums Review 1:02:18

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February 2025 Albums Review | Signals From Mars March 7th, 2025 🚀🎸 February 2025 New Music Roundup on Signals From Mars with Jeremy Weltman! 🌟 🎧 Jeremy Weltman returns to dive into the fresh beats of February 2025! If you’re a music enthusiast struggling to keep up with the latest tracks, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered on Signals From Mars. 🎶 …

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Jump rope vs. Hula hoop: an energetic debate 35:19

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Today’s debate is a high-energy showdown between two classic playground pastimes – Jump Rope vs. Hula Hoop! Will journalist Jed Kim bounce his way to victory for Team Jump Rope? Or will writer and comedian Andrew Barbato spin circles around the competition for Team Hula Hoop? Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think should be…

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Cake vs. Pie: a tasty debate 39:40

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Today’s debate is a boisterous bake-off between two desserts. It’s cake vs. pie! Writer and dog enthusiast Delia Bloom claims cake is the coolest, while writer and producer Mickey Bloom keeps his eye on the prize for team pie. Who will be crowned the Smash BLOOM Best? Head on over to smashboom.org and vote to tell us who YOU think won! Today’s spon…

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Ep. 746: Dust Storms 28:25

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Astronomy Cast Ep. 746: Dust Storms By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live Feb 24, 2025. We have dust storms on Earth and of course the famous dust storms on Mars. There are even dust storms on Titan. What causes these storms and how do they work differently on the worlds in the solar system. But what about the exoplanets? The bane of solar …