Best Professor Fred Watson and Andrew Dunkley Podcasts (2025)

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Space Health Insights; Lunar Eclipse 2025 and LEGO’s Galactic Investment 15:23

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NASA's Concerning Blood Cell Research: A groundbreaking study reveals that human stem cells experience accelerated aging in space, as tracked during four SpaceX missions to the ISS. The research highlights DNA damage and shorter telomeres, although some damage appears reversible upon return to Earth. This vital information could inform strategies f…

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SpaceX’s Reboost Success; Unpacking Eclipse Predictions and Martian Discoveries 14:13

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SpaceX's Game-Changing ISS Test: SpaceX has successfully completed a crucial reboost test of the International Space Station (ISS) using its Dragon cargo spacecraft. This test, which raised the ISS's altitude by 5 miles, is vital for maintaining the station's orbit, especially with concerns over Russia's potential withdrawal from the ISS programme …

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Cosmic Revelations: The Brightest Fast Radio Burst and New Horizons’ Hibernation Journey 36:00

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we uncover some of the most exciting discoveries and developments in the universe, including the detection of the brightest fast radio burst ever observed, the New Horizons spacecraft's record-setting hibernation, and an innovative method for generating oxygen in space. Brightest Fast Radio Burst Detected Astronomers …

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Exocomets, Martian Revelations & Habitable Zones Beyond | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights &... 39:22

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Exocomets, Martian Revelations & Habitable Zones Beyond 39:23

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Stellar Updates: SpaceX’s New Launch Capacity; New Theories on Cosmic Age 10:28

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SpaceX's Launch Rate Expansion: SpaceX has received approval from US regulators to more than double its launch rate from Cape Canaveral, increasing from 50 Falcon 9 launches per year to an astonishing 120. This expansion aims to alleviate the current launch bottleneck and streamline operations, including the addition of a new landing zone for up to…

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Stellar Stories: Mark Your Calendars for the Blood Moon, Hubble Tension Unravelled 9:50

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Mark Your Calendars for the Total Lunar Eclipse: On September 7th and 8th, 2025, a spectacular total lunar eclipse, or Blood Moon, will be visible to over 7 billion people across Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe. This event will last approximately five and a half hours, with the totality phase offering a breathtaking 1 hour and 22 minutes of dra…

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Lunar Innovations: Creating Water and Fuel from Moon Dust and Psyche’s Progress 23:04

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we explore the latest developments in space exploration, including the European Space Agency's Juice mission, NASA's Psyche spacecraft, and groundbreaking advancements in lunar resource utilization. Juice Mission Back on Track The European Space Agency's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, Juice, is set for a critical flyby o…

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Cosmic Updates: Asteroid Approaches, SpaceX’s Busy Week, and Solar Secrets Unveiled 8:43

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Close Encounter with Asteroid 2025 QD8: Astronomers have identified a newly discovered asteroid, designated 2025 QD8, which is set to make a close flyby of Earth on September 3rd. Passing within one lunar distance, approximately 135,465 miles, this asteroid, comparable in size to a commercial jet, presents a fascinating opportunity for observation,…

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Stellar Success: SpaceX’s Starship Soars and Mars’ Mysteries Uncovered 33:46

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we delve into thrilling advancements in space exploration, including a remarkable test flight of SpaceX's Starship, groundbreaking insights into Mars, and a classified mission from the United States Space Force. Starship's Spectacular Test Flight After overcoming numerous challenges, SpaceX's Starship has successfully…

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Stellar Milestones: SpaceX’s Starship Triumph, Katherine Johnson’s Legacy, and Solar Flare... 30:23

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SpaceX's Flight 10 Success: SpaceX's Starship has successfully completed Flight 10, with both the super heavy booster and ship upper stage achieving their mission objectives. Despite some battle scars and intentional stress tests, the ship executed a controlled splashdown, showcasing its resilience and performance. Nasa's New Mission Evaluation Roo…

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Space Questions: Gravity’s Pull, Cosmic Debris & Habitability Zones | Space Nuts: Astronomy... 24:15

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Space Questions: Gravity's Pull, Cosmic Debris & Habitability Zones 24:16

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Rocket Lab’s New Heights, Webb’s Water Mystery, and the Legacy of STS-107 11:15

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Rocket Lab's Neutron Rocket Takes Shape: Rocket Lab has inaugurated its new Launch Complex 3 at Wallops Island, Virginia, marking a significant milestone for their next-generation Neutron rocket. Designed for medium lift capabilities, the Neutron will be able to carry payloads of up to 13,000 kilogrammes to low Earth orbit, featuring a unique reusa…

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Celestial Wonders: Unveiling Solar Flares, Atmospheric Flight, and Mars’ Chunky Core 9:42

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Sun's Spectacular X-Class Flare: The NSF Inouye Solar Telescope has captured its first images of an X-class solar flare, showcasing unparalleled detail of coronal loops and magnetic reconnections. This breakthrough could enhance our ability to predict solar flares and their effects on Earth, paving the way for improved space weather forecasting. Un…

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Rogue Worlds and Solar Power 18:37

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Cosmic Reflections: The WOW Signal, Uranus’ New Moon & SpaceX Triumphs | Space Nuts: Astronomy... 36:20

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Cosmic Reflections: The WOW Signal, Uranus' New Moon & SpaceX Triumphs 36:21

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Celestial Progress: SpaceX’s Starship Evolution, Dark Energy’s Sign Switch, and China’s Moon... 8:51

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SpaceX's Starship Soars Again: SpaceX has successfully completed another test flight of its Starship, marking a significant milestone in its ambitious plans for Mars exploration. We discuss the impressive specifications of the current version and what to expect from the upcoming iterations, including orbital refueling capabilities that will pave th…

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Stellar Milestones: SpaceX’s Starship Triumph, Interstellar Comet Insights, and Celebrating... 10:34

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SpaceX's Starship Soars to New Heights: SpaceX has achieved a remarkable milestone with the successful completion of Starship's 10th test flight. This episode dives into the significant accomplishments, including the first payload door operation in space and a successful in-space propellant transfer, paving the way for future lunar and Martian miss…

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Cosmic Horror: The Discovery of a Wandering Black Hole and a Meteorite’s Journey 20:44

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SpaceX’s Launch Delays, JUICE’s Close Call, and the Brightest Cosmic Flash Yet 13:34

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SpaceX's Starship Test Flight Delays: The highly anticipated 10th test flight of SpaceX's Starship has faced multiple delays due to ground systems issues and inclement weather. Learn about the challenges and what’s next for this revolutionary rocket designed for lunar and Martian exploration. JUICE's Close Call: The European Space Agency's Jupiter …

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Celestial Highlights: Butch Wilmore’s Legacy, Tiny Moons of Uranus, and a Cosmic Bubble Mystery 20:41

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SpaceTime S28E102 S28E103 S28E104 w/c August 25th, 2025 Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 102 *Earth dodges two asteroid near misses within days of each other Planet Earth has just dodged two asteroid near misses within days of each other, both swooping past the Earth lower than the orbits of many satellites. *A new …

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Cosmic Encounters: Asteroids, Moons, and the Milky Way’s Future Unveiled 27:37

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Cosmic Questions: Black Holes, Space-Time & Interstellar Adventures | Space Nuts: Astronomy... 29:56

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Cosmic Questions: Black Holes, Space-Time & Interstellar Adventures 29:56

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Cosmic Chronicles: JAXA’s Cargo Revolution, Solar Secrets Unveiled, and Distant Galaxies’ Mysteries 11:51

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Japan's HTV X Resupply Mission: JAXA is gearing up for the inaugural flight of its new cargo delivery vehicle, the HTV X, set to launch this October. Discover how this advanced spacecraft, designed to carry up to 4 metric tonnes of supplies, will enhance the efficiency of resupply missions to the International Space Station, featuring a larger hatc…

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Little Red Dots, Astronomer Royal & Life on Mars | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic... 32:17

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Little Red Dots, Astronomer Royal & Life on Mars 35:39

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Stellar Insights: SpaceX’s Starship Launch, Black Moon Magic, and Alien Signal Strategies 9:17

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SpaceX's Starship Test Flight: Get ready for the highly anticipated 10th test flight of SpaceX's Starship system! With the massive Super Heavy booster now at the launch pad in South Texas, this test is set for Sunday, August 24th. Discover how SpaceX's rapid, iterative approach to testing sets it apart from traditional aerospace methods, and learn …

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The Comet That Cooled the Earth - Unpacking the Younger Dryas Mystery 19:57

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we delve into intriguing new research that challenges our understanding of Earth's climatic history, the discovery of a rare astronomical phenomenon, and China's advancements in lunar exploration. Did a Comet Trigger the Younger Dryas Cool Off? A groundbreaking study has emerged suggesting that a massive comet may hav…

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Astronomical Adventures: From China’s Mini Satellites to Chiron’s Retrograde 12:19

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International Space Collaboration: Join us as we explore the successful launch of the Kinetica 1 rocket by Chinese commercial launch provider CAS Space, which carried a unique payload including two Pico satellites designed and built in Mexico. These innovative satellites aim to capture a selfie and merge science with art, showcasing the power of in…

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Cosmic Connections: Uranus’s New Moon, Rogue Planets, and the Devil Comet’s Water Mystery 11:50

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New Moon Discovered Around Uranus: Astronomers have confirmed the discovery of a tiny new moon orbiting Uranus, measuring just five miles in diameter. This marks the first new addition to Uranus’s moon family in over 20 years, highlighting the ongoing exploration of our solar system's outer planets. The moon, temporarily designated S 2023 U1, was s…

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Comet 3I Atlas - The Interstellar Voyager Unveiled 22:32

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we explore the latest revelations from the cosmos, featuring the intriguing interstellar comet 3I Atlas, a groundbreaking theory about our place in the universe, and the safe return of SpaceX Crew 10. The Enigmatic Comet 3I Atlas Astronomers utilizing NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have captured the sharpest images yet…

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Lunar Ambitions: China’s Race to the Moon, Cosmic Discoveries Unveiled 16:57

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China's Lunar Ambitions: Dive into the latest developments from China's space programme as they make significant strides towards their lunar goals. With successful tests of their Lanyue Lunar lander and the Long March 10 rocket, China is on track to land astronauts on the Moon before 2030, potentially outpacing NASA's Artemis programme. Explore the…

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Stellar Innovations: Flex Satellite Milestones, 3D Printing Breakthroughs 15:14

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European Space Agency's Flex Satellite: Discover the groundbreaking developments of the European Space Agency's Flex Earth Explorer mission, which has successfully integrated its key instrument, Floris. This innovative tool is designed to map global vegetation fluorescence, providing vital insights into plant health and ecosystem vitality from spac…

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The Cosmic Horseshoe - Unraveling the Universe’s Biggest Black Hole 24:40

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we uncover the latest astronomical marvels and pressing concerns in space science. The Cosmic Horseshoe: A Supermassive Discovery Astronomers have potentially identified the most massive supermassive black hole ever discovered, dubbed the Cosmic Horseshoe, which is estimated to be around 36 billion times the mass of o…

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Q&A: Cosmic Mapping, Light Speed Anomalies & The Nature of Time | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights... 24:08

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Q&A: Cosmic Mapping, Light Speed Anomalies & The Nature of Time 24:09

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This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of Incogni. Protecting your online privacy and data To check out our special listener offer, visit www.incogni.com/spacenuts and help support the show. Cosmic Queries: Time, Light, and the Universe In this engaging episode of Space Nuts, hosts Heidi Campo and Professor Fred Watson dive i…

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Stellar Strides: SpaceX’s Starship Trials, Blue Origin’s Mars Mission 17:29

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SpaceX's Starship Update: Join us as we delve into the latest developments surrounding SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket. With the recent approval from the FAA for their 10th full-scale test flight, SpaceX is set to tackle new challenges after a series of setbacks. Discover the details of their propulsion system tests and the innovative changes bei…

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Lunar Quakes, Stellar Explosions, and the Mystery of Missing Sulphur 19:41

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Seismic Secrets of the Moon: Explore new research revealing that our lunar neighbour is more seismically active than previously thought. This study highlights the potential risks posed by moonquakes to future lunar bases, emphasising the need for careful planning and site selection for long-term habitats on the Moon. - Dramatic Stellar Demise: Witn…

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NISAR Launch: Unveiling Earth’s Secrets Through Radar 17:53

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we journey through the latest advancements in space exploration and cosmology, featuring a groundbreaking radar mission, a new hypothesis on the universe's origins, and updates on the International Space Station. NISAR: A New Era in Earth Observation The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launc…

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Cosmic Fireballs and Astronaut Legends | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries 35:27

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Exoplanet Insights: Trappist 1d’s Atmosphere, Lunar Simulators, and Black Hole Awakening 21:57

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New Insights on Trappist 1d: Join us as we explore the latest findings regarding the exoplanet Trappist 1d, which, despite its Earth-like size and rocky surface, has been ruled out as a potential twin due to the absence of a suitable atmosphere. Discover what this means for the search for life beyond our solar system and the implications of red dwa…

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Cosmic Fireballs and Astronaut Legends 35:27

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Cosmic Advances: New Satellites, Intercepting Interstellar Visitor, and AI in Space Health 14:12

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Revolutionary Satellite Launch for Climate Monitoring: Join us as we explore the successful launch of the Metop second generation satellite from the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. This innovative satellite, launched aboard an Ariane 6 rocket, aims to enhance global weather and climate monitoring with its sophisticated instruments, inc…

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Planetary Demise - Tracking the Death Spiral of TOI 2109b 31:56

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we delve into the cosmic drama unfolding in our universe, featuring a doomed exoplanet, new revelations about Mars, and the latest crew aboard the International Space Station. The Death Spiral of TOI 2109b Astronomers are closely monitoring the death spiral of TOI 2109b, an exoplanet located over 870 light-years away.…

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Cosmic Signals: Record-Breaking FRB Discovery 13:41

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Record-Breaking Fast Radio Burst Discovery: Join us as we delve into a groundbreaking discovery of a fast radio burst (FRB) traced to an astonishing distance of over 11 billion light years. Designated FRB 20240304B, this signal originated just 3 billion years post-Big Bang, offering a unique glimpse into the early universe and enhancing our underst…

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Remembering Jim Lovell, Lunar 3D Printing Advances 19:53

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3D Printing with Lunar Regolith: Discover the groundbreaking advancements in 3D printing technology as researchers from Concordia University explore the potential of using lunar regolith mixed with polymers for constructing habitats on the Moon and Mars. This innovative approach could revolutionize space exploration by utilizing in situ resources, …

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Cosmic Monsters and Martian Rivers 20:56

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In this episode of SpaceTime , we explore groundbreaking discoveries and ambitious plans in the realm of space exploration. The Most Distant Black Hole: Casper's Lidz 9 Astronomers have identified the most distant black hole ever observed, known as Casper's Lidz 9, dating back 13.3 billion years to a time when the universe was only half a billion y…

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