Why do planets stay in their orbits and not just fly away? And do planets spin whilst orbiting? Anna Gammon-Ross, Senior Planetarium Astronomer at Royal Observatory Greenwich, answers these questions and more.

If you enjoyed hearing from today’s astronomer, why not take your curiosity even further? Check out the Royal Observatory Greenwich - it’s the perfect place to expand your cosmic knowledge. Visit rmg.co.uk/royal-observatory to find out more.

About Audiomoves

Audiomoves is a podcast for little ones to move to, and in this series we're blasting off into space 🚀 These short, accessible episodes encourage children to move, dance, and use their imagination. Winner of the Silver Award at the 2023 British Podcast Awards (Kids category) and featured at No. 5 in The Guardian’s “20 Best Podcasts for Kids and Teens.” Search ‘Audiomoves’ wherever you get your podcasts.

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Creative Team

Creator & Director: Daphna Attias

Narrator: Charlie Hendren

Writer: Meera Patel

Astronomer: Anna Gammon-Ross

Composer & Sound Designer: Ben Kelly

Producer: Bridie Donaghy

Engagement Producer: Niki Lavithis

Access Consultant: Amelia Cavallo

Marketing Manager: Vic Shead

Podcast Illustration: Evie Fridel

Graphic Design: Studio27Eleven

Thank you to the children at Fossdene Primary School and Beecroft Garden Primary School for their awesome questions.

Audiomoves in Space is funded by Arts Council England. Peut-Être Theatre is supported by Garfield Weston Foundation, Backstage Trust, and Phoenix Court.