Episodes

  • This Week in Astronomy: Stellar Inheritance, Cosmic Gravity and Galactic Halo

    This Week in Astronomy: Stellar Inheritance, Cosmic Gravity and Galactic Halo
    Nov 25 2024
    In this week we'll be covering:

    Black Holes Inherit Magnetic Might from Stellar Parents, Simulations Reveal;
    New DESI Data Sheds Light on Gravity's Pull in the Universe;
    Hot Gas Halo Encircles the Milky Way
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    15 mins
  • The Breath of Earth: Unveiling Secrets of Our Atmosphere

    The Breath of Earth: Unveiling Secrets of Our Atmosphere
    Nov 22 2024
    Have you ever paused to wonder about the invisible blanket that surrounds our planet? Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Earth's atmosphere. From the troposphere where weather brews to the stratosphere that shields us from harmful UV rays, we'll explore each layer and its vital role in sustaining life.
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    17 mins
  • This Week in Astronomy: Lunar Samples Analysis, Uranus Hidden Heat and Bricks Made from Lunar Soil

    This Week in Astronomy: Lunar Samples Analysis, Uranus Hidden Heat and Bricks Made from Lunar Soil
    Nov 18 2024
    In this episode, we'll cover:

    Moon's Far Side Holds Secrets: China's Mission Uncovers Ancient Volcanic Activity;
    Harnessing Uranus' Hidden Heat: A Novel Approach to Solar Power in the Outer Solar System;
    Building with the Moon: China Tests Bricks Made from Lunar Soil.
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    14 mins
  • Quantum Mechanics Meets Astronomy: Decoding the Cosmos

    Quantum Mechanics Meets Astronomy: Decoding the Cosmos
    Nov 15 2024
    In this episode, we journey into the fascinating intersection of quantum mechanics and astronomy, uncovering how the strange behaviors of subatomic particles impact the vast cosmos. From quantum entanglement shaping black holes to the role of particles in star formation, we’ll explore how quantum theories open up new ways of understanding the universe.
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    18 mins
  • Signs of Intelligence: The Search for Alien Megastructures

    Signs of Intelligence: The Search for Alien Megastructures
    Nov 11 2024
    Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of astroengineering and the search for signs of advanced extraterrestrial civilizations. We'll discuss the concept of megastructures, such as Dyson spheres, and explore the various methods astronomers use to detect potential alien artifacts.
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    12 mins
  • Charting the Cosmos: The Science and Art of Astrometry

    Charting the Cosmos: The Science and Art of Astrometry
    Nov 8 2024
    Astrometry, the science of precisely measuring the positions and motions of celestial objects. Join us as we explore the history of this ancient discipline, from the early stargazers to modern astronomers. Discover how astrometry has played a crucial role in our understanding of the universe, from mapping the night sky to measuring the expansion of the cosmos.
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    17 mins
  • Beyond the Light: Unveiling the Universe Through Multi-Messenger Astronomy

    Beyond the Light: Unveiling the Universe Through Multi-Messenger Astronomy
    Nov 5 2024
    Join us as we explore the exciting new field of multi-messenger astronomy. This revolutionary approach combines observations from different cosmic messengers, such as light, gravitational waves, and neutrinos, to paint a more complete picture of the universe.
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    19 mins
  • Unveiling the Universe: The LHC and the Quest for the Fundamental Truths

    Unveiling the Universe: The LHC and the Quest for the Fundamental Truths
    Nov 2 2024
    Join us as we delve into the depths of the Large Hadron Collider, the world's most powerful particle accelerator. We'll explore the mind-bending science behind it, from smashing protons together at near-light speeds to unraveling the mysteries of the universe. Discover how this incredible machine has led to groundbreaking discoveries, including the Higgs boson, and what it might reveal about the fundamental forces of nature.
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    11 mins