Best SplashDown Podcasts (2025)

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Splashdown 1:40:12

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Hector, Monty and Desi talk about a very interesting 2 weeks: They look at The Fans recent Meeting and action and the future potential there. They look at The board utter fuckupery. The consider Brendans Press conference and what that may mean for a certain someone or someones. They look at The Weekend, both at Ibrox and especially Rugby Park, They…

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Think for a Minute 1:37:05

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Etims get together to discuss the recent Board & Celtic Fans Collective Meeting. They look back on how we got this far and look into the future and what may come. They dissect the Minutes and what they say, might say and dont say! There even a shock guest that no-one expected, in fact 2!By ETims

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Project Blue Book 3:37:56

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Donald Rumsfeld in the Movies with William Cooper 59:26

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 375) — Donald Rumsfeld served as the U.S. Secretary of Defense twice in his career, including during the 9/11 attacks. Today, we'll learn how the movies "Vice", "W." bring a fictional portrayal of Rumsfeld. We'll also look into the accuracy of the documentary "The Unknown Known" which interviews Rumsfeld himself. ⁠G…

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Board Silly 1:41:25

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** Latest Sept 2nd Pod : Reloaded & renamed after naming error ** Desi is joined by Hector, Monty and Karen (@HappyCelticLass on Twitter) to talk about the Weirdest Week ever for Celtic Football Club, The talk about how everything that could go wrong DID go wrong and they wonder just who if any WASNT at fault! They discuss the Champions League exit…

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Young Guns II with Josh from The Wild West Extravaganza 1:27:15

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 374) — Today we'll rejoin Billy the Kid's outlaw gang as they continue their attempts to escape the law following the events in Young Guns (BOATS EP. 146). Was Brushy Bill Roberts a real person? Was he Billy the Kid? What other creative liberties did the filmmakers take in telling the true story of Billy the Kid? Wh…

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Good God Almaty! 1:38:07

2M ago1:38:07

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Ralph, Monty and Desi get together to talk about the shambles that are Celtic at the moment. They ask "Just what the fuck is going on?" and try and find a few answers! They wonder "Are the fans the wean caught between 2 parents heading for a divorce?" Theres Fitbaw talk, Rants, Complaints and even some helpful suggestions through a packed 90 minute…

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Amelia with Chris Williamson 1:11:31

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 373) — Learn about legendary aviator Amelia Earhart as she was portrayed onscreen by Hilary Swank in the 2009 biopic. To uncover the true story, today we'll talk with author, documentarian, and host of Chasing Earhart , the only podcast dedicated entirely to Amelia Earhart: Chris Williamson. Where to watch Amelia Ge…

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Trail of Vengeance with Rob Hilliard 1:33:51

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 372) — Travel back to the Old West for a tale of revenge, Pinkerton agents, and frontier justice in the wake of the Civil War. One of those former Pinkerton agents in the movie is John Scobell (Gbenga Akinnagbe), making 2025's Trail of Vengeance the first movie to feature John Scobell as one of its main characters. …

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Welcome to the 2025-26 Season 1:25:03

3M ago1:25:03

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Ralph, Hector and Desi with an early introduction to the New Season. They take some time to salute John Clark and John Fallon who passed away recently. They talk about the REAL reason lost the Scottish Cup Final to Aberdeen. Its a shocker| They discuss Hectors love for a Kneecap gig and the impact it had on his knees! They ask does Preseason matter…

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Classic: Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story with Matthew Polly 54:39

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 371) — How well do you know about the real Bruce Lee? There are a lot of myths that came out of the movie "Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story" so today we'll pull another classic episode from the Based on a True Story vault. Where to watch Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story ⁠Get Matthew's book⁠ Matthew Polly authored "Bruce Lee: …

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Titanic with Mark B. Perry 1:27:43

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 370) — Twentieth Century-Fox's "Titanic" starring Barbara Stanwyck and Clifton Webb claims to draw facts from 1912 congressional inquiries, so how well does it do when we compare it to history? Where to watch Titanic (1953) ⁠Get Mark's book Mark B. Perry is the author of the novel "And Introducing Dexter Gaines: A N…

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Classic: Saving Private Ryan with Marty Morgan 2:03:31

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 369) — This Friday marks the 81st anniversary of the D-Day landings. Arguably the most popular movie depicting the fighting on the beaches of Normandy is 1998's Saving Private Ryan. Where to watch Saving Private RyanIn this remastered edition of Based on a True Story, we'll compare the movie with what really happene…

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Seasons_Endgame 1:29:57

5M ago1:29:57

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Desi, Hector and Ralph are joined by Karen aka HappyCeltic Lass to discuss the Season that's just been and the Scottish Cup Final coming up. They discuss the Good, the Bad and the Ugly about this Tedius Treble chance Season. They talk about the Womens Team and just where will Celtic take them next? They consider the Surprises of the Season! They ta…

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Behind the True Story: Not a Real Enemy with Robert Wolf 1:22:45

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 368) — Go behind the true stories shown in Holocaust movies through the experiences of Robert Wolf's family. Since we'll be talking about the Holocaust, listener discretion is advised. Get Robert's book Where to watch today's movies The Sound of Music (1965) Life is Beautiful (1997) Schindler's List (1993) Walking w…

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John McClane in Die Hard with Patrick O'Donnell 1:18:41

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 367) — Is John McClane a realistic cop or just an action hero with a badge? Yippee-ki-yay, history lovers, let's see if McClane would survive a real Internal Affairs review. Where to watch "Die Hard" now Helping us conduct a review of McClane from the entire Die Hard franchise is retired U.S. police sergeant Patrick…

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Tedious_CSC 1:36:07

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The Team get together to discuss just how Tedious is it winning all the time? The answer...Celtic fans fucking love Tedium! They also look at the recent Killie and St Johnstone games They discuss the Celtic statement regards Policing at recent Rangers game...and the Green Brigades reaction!..and the expected outcome ( or lack of!) They remember Tom…

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Signs of Life on Distant Planet, All-Female Space Mission Takes Shape, and Universe Might Be Spinning After All 17:19

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As humanity pushes deeper into space exploration, today's discoveries challenge our understanding of both life and physics themselves. From potential biosignatures on a distant exoplanet to groundbreaking initiatives for gender equality in space exploration, we're expanding not just what we know, but who gets to discover it - all while grappling wi…

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Troy with Neil Laird 59:07

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 366) — Homer’s "The Iliad" tells the story of the Trojan War, a tale brought to the big screen in the 2004 film "Troy." But with an ancient epic as its foundation—and Hollywood’s creative liberties—how much of the story is real? Where to watch "Troy" now In this episode, Neil Laird peels back the layers of myth and …

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Women Make Space History, Private Rockets Disrupt Air Travel, and SpaceX Breaks Reuse Record 17:12

6M ago17:12

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As the space industry reaches new milestones with the first all-female commercial spaceflight and record-breaking rocket reuse, these achievements bring both celebration and challenges. The surge in private space ventures is forcing a reimagining of how we manage our skies, while raising questions about accessibility, environmental impact, and the …

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NASA Faces Deep Budget Cuts, Star Devours Planet, and Katy Perry Heads to Space 18:15

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As NASA grapples with unprecedented funding challenges threatening future discoveries, astronomers witness a cosmic reminder of mortality: a star consuming its own planet. Meanwhile, the growing commercialization of space takes an unexpected turn as pop star Katy Perry prepares to join an all-female space flight, highlighting how access to the cosm…

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Light Sails Promise Interstellar Travel, Planet 9 Hunt Intensifies, and Pop Stars Eye Space Tourism 18:15

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As scientists develop revolutionary light sail technology that could send spacecraft to distant stars, astronomers prepare to solve one of our solar system's greatest mysteries with the hunt for Planet 9. Meanwhile, the democratization of space takes an unexpected turn as musicians like Katy Perry join the growing ranks of civilian space travelers,…

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Consistently_Inconsistent 1:18:19

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Hector, Ralph and Desi get together to discuss the consistent Inconsistency of celtics form, or lack of! They discuss the lack of Energy, Tactics, Heart and Attitude in recent games. They discuss the recent Settlement in the Boys Club Abuse cases. They look at the end of the dreadful career of Alan Muir and Ralph asks for a Statue for Wullie Collum…

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Rare star system promises cosmic fireworks, China's satellite surge raises space junk fears, and Space Force shakes up launch providers 18:35

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Today's discoveries and decisions are reshaping our relationship with space, from a nearby stellar time bomb that could help unlock universal mysteries to mounting concerns about orbital congestion. As government agencies and private companies jockey for position in the increasingly crowded space sector, their choices today could determine humanity…

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SpaceX Dominates Military Space Race, Solar Power Takes to the Stars, and Ancient Nova Promises Celestial Show 17:08

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As private companies reshape space exploration and defense, the lines between commercial enterprise and national security continue to blur in Earth's orbit. While SpaceX extends its reach with military contracts and satellite launches, new players like Aetherflux dream of harvesting the sun's power from space, all while nature prepares its own spec…

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SpaceX Dominates Military Space Contracts, Private Citizens Return from Polar Orbit, and SpinLaunch's Silent Struggle 16:56

6M ago16:56

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As traditional aerospace giants face growing competition in the military launch sector, the space industry witnesses a dramatic power shift with SpaceX securing nearly $6 billion in defense contracts while simultaneously revolutionizing civilian space travel. The contrast between SpaceX's rising dominance and SpinLaunch's mysterious silence highlig…

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SpaceX Makes Pacific Splashdown History, Space Station Module Reaches Arizona, and 65-Year-Old Satellite Keeps Watching 17:25

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As private space ventures push new boundaries with polar orbits and Pacific Ocean landings, the future of space exploration balances precariously between commercial innovation and historical preservation. Today's achievements, from SpaceX's groundbreaking mission to Gateway's lunar aspirations, echo the pioneering spirit of Vanguard 1, which contin…

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Moon Dust Powers Future Space Cities, China's Space Race Heats Up, and NASA Fights Lunar Grime 18:02

6M ago18:02

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As humanity reaches for the stars, the race to establish sustainable lunar settlements intensifies with groundbreaking innovations in moon-based solar power facing new geopolitical challenges. While scientists unlock the potential of lunar resources to power future space colonies, rising tensions between space powers highlight the delicate balance …

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Space Force Plans Orbital Gas Stations, Giant Black Hole Warps Space, and Mars Hints at Ancient Life 17:32

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As humanity extends its reach into space, today's stories showcase our growing ambitions and discoveries that challenge our cosmic understanding. From the Space Force developing orbital refueling capabilities to astronomers finding a monster black hole 30 billion times larger than our Sun, we're pushing technological and scientific boundaries, whil…

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Black Hawk Down with Joshua Donohue 1:58:22

6M ago1:58:22

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 365) — Discover the behind-the-scenes story of Black Hawk Down, as historian Josh Donohue shares insights on the chaotic 1993 mission in Mogadishu. Learn what truly happened versus what Hollywood depicted. Subscribe to Josh's YouTube channel Josh has been on the podcast before to cover the historical accuracy of Thi…

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SpaceX Launches New Satellites, Starliner's Near Miss Raises Safety Questions, and Polar Space Tourism Makes History 14:20

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As private space companies push the boundaries of orbital missions, today's stories reveal both the promise and perils of our expanding cosmic frontier. From SpaceX's routine satellite deployments to a troubling incident aboard Boeing's Starliner, we explore how commercial spaceflight is transforming access to space while grappling with critical sa…

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Space Force builds orbital aircraft carrier, SpaceX launches historic polar mission, and satellite Bluetooth aims to connect remote world 15:30

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As space becomes the next military frontier, the U.S. Space Force is developing an orbital carrier that could reshape space defense, while commercial ventures push new boundaries in exploration and connectivity. From pole-to-pole missions to satellite-powered Bluetooth networks, today's innovations highlight how space technology is becoming increas…

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European Space Dreams Crash, Private Firms Join Space Race, and Scientists Question Dark Energy 16:58

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As Europe's bid for space independence faces a setback with a failed rocket launch, the landscape of space exploration is rapidly shifting with new players and partnerships emerging in both commercial and military sectors. Meanwhile, groundbreaking discoveries about dark energy's variable nature challenge our fundamental understanding of the univer…

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Dark Energy Discovery Shakes Physics, Space Force Diversifies Launch Partners, and International Crew Heads to ISS 16:45

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As scientists grapple with groundbreaking findings that challenge our understanding of the universe's expansion, the space industry sees major shifts in both military and civilian operations. The convergence of theoretical physics breakthroughs, evolving space defense strategies, and continued international cooperation in space exploration highligh…

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NASA Names Diverse Space Crew, Private Companies Race to the Moon, and Crypto Giant Pays for Past Mistakes 16:11

7M ago16:11

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As space exploration enters a new era of public-private collaboration, NASA's announcement of its most diverse crew yet coincides with unprecedented commercial activity on the lunar surface. The convergence of government space programs, private innovation, and financial settlements highlights how traditional boundaries - whether between nations in …

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Mysterious Mars Rock Puzzles Scientists, Black Hole Leaves Trail of Baby Stars, and Neptune's Light Show Revealed 18:32

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From the red plains of Mars to the depths of intergalactic space, scientists are uncovering new mysteries that challenge our understanding of the cosmos. As NASA's Perseverance rover examines an enigmatic pockmarked rock formation, astronomers track a runaway black hole creating stars in its wake, while Webb telescope's groundbreaking observation o…

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Space Force Budget Cuts Spark Concern, AI Reshapes Space Exploration, and Scientists Race to Save Critical Lab 14:35

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As geopolitical tensions rise in space, the U.S. grapples with competing priorities between military readiness and scientific advancement. Today's stories explore how budget decisions and technological innovations are reshaping America's space capabilities, while scientists fight to preserve crucial research infrastructure that underpins everything…

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Einstein's Theory Faces New Challenge, Ancient Black Hole Speaks, and NASA's Moon Mission Takes Shape 17:14

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From the depths of space to our cosmic backyard, scientists are rewriting our understanding of the universe today. As astronomers detect signals from a black hole that existed when the universe was in its infancy and question Einstein's foundational theories, NASA engineers are preparing for humanity's return to the Moon - each discovery and missio…

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Europe launches new rocket amid space race, China sets spacewalk record, and Mars reveals its longest organic molecules 17:35

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As nations vie for space dominance, Europe's push for autonomous launch capabilities and China's growing space presence highlight the intensifying global competition beyond Earth's atmosphere. Meanwhile, the discovery of complex organic molecules on Mars adds a cosmic perspective to humanity's quest to understand its place in the universe, suggesti…

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Saturn's Rings Vanish from View, NASA Astronauts Return Home, and Northern Lights Put on Weekend Show 17:57

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As Saturn's iconic rings temporarily disappear from Earth's view in a rare cosmic dance, humanity's own space endeavors mark pivotal moments with astronauts completing a marathon mission and solar activity promising spectacular auroras. These celestial events, both natural and human-made, remind us of our evolving relationship with space, while hig…

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Saturn's Rings Vanish from View, Northern Lights Dance South, and Solar Power Beams Through Space 16:13

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This weekend's cosmic spectacle reminds us how Earth's perspective shapes our view of the universe, from Saturn's disappearing rings to enhanced auroras lighting up unexpected skies. Meanwhile, as nature puts on its celestial show, human innovation pushes boundaries with breakthrough solar power beaming technology that could reshape how we harness …

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Space Power Revolution Beams Forward, NASA Navigates Starliner's Future, and Webb Telescope Unlocks Gas Giant Secrets 17:48

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As humanity pushes the boundaries of space technology, from beaming solar power across distances to managing commercial spacecraft safety, our understanding of the cosmos deepens in unexpected ways. Today's developments showcase how innovations in space infrastructure, from energy transmission to vehicle reliability, are evolving alongside our abil…

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Space Race Heats Up, Europe Challenges SpaceX's Dominance, and Ancient Galaxy Holds Oxygen Secret 17:51

7M ago17:51

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As SpaceX prepares for another milestone launch and European companies race to establish their own space presence, astronomers peer deeper into the cosmos revealing surprising discoveries about our universe's origins. From cutting-edge rocket technology to ancient oxygen signatures in distant galaxies, today's stories showcase humanity's expanding …

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NASA Crew Returns to Earth, Dark Energy Challenges Einstein, and AI Powers Space Force Future 17:55

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As humans push deeper into space exploration, our understanding of the cosmos continues to evolve in unexpected ways. From astronauts splashing down with groundbreaking research to findings that could reshape Einstein's fundamental theories, today's discoveries are transforming how we operate in space - including the military's embrace of artificia…

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The Bridge on the River Kwai with Jon Parshall 1:12:29

7M ago1:12:29

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BASED ON A TRUE STORY (BOATS EP. 364) — Acclaimed historian Jon Parshall separates fact from fiction in the classic film "The Bridge on the River Kwai" and the brutal realities of the Thai-Burma Railway during World War II, also known as the Death Railway. We'll contrast the film's fictional Colonel Nicholson with his real-life counterpart Lieutena…

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World's Largest Radio Telescope Peers into Deep Space, Private Companies Land on Moon, Space Debris Hits Record High 17:43

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As humanity pushes deeper into space exploration with groundbreaking technology and private sector achievements, we're facing new challenges in managing our cosmic footprint. From Australia's massive radio telescope searching for the universe's origins to successful private lunar landings, these advances come as Earth's orbit grows increasingly cro…

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NASA's Crew Handoff at Space Station, SpaceX Launches Military Eyes in Sky, and World's Largest Camera Ready to Map Universe 16:40

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As one crew of space pioneers prepares to pass the torch aboard humanity's outpost in orbit, dozens of new satellites take flight to watch over Earth below. Meanwhile, in Chile, scientists install a revolutionary camera that promises to unveil the deepest mysteries of our cosmos, marking a pivotal moment in our quest to understand both our planet a…

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SpaceX Launches Military Satellites, NASA Moves Massive Moon Rocket, and Giant Space Camera Ready to Hunt Universe's Secrets 15:55

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As private and government space programs accelerate their missions, today's developments showcase humanity's expanding reach beyond Earth. From SpaceX deploying defense satellites and ferrying astronauts to the ISS, to NASA preparing its next Moon mission and the installation of history's most powerful observatory camera, these milestones highlight…

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Lunar Landing Stumbles, Mars Mission Eyes Vision Crisis, and Ancient Martian Life Hints Emerge 17:44

7M ago17:44

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As humanity's latest lunar ambitions face technical setbacks with Athena's challenging landing, deeper space exploration confronts a persistent obstacle in astronaut vision problems that could derail Mars missions. Meanwhile, tantalizing evidence of ancient microbial life on Mars reminds us why we push through these challenges, offering glimpses of…