The 365 Days of Astronomy Awesome Astronomy - June Part 1: Lancing Galaxies and Angry Emails
Jun 12, 2025
Dive into a galaxy of fascinating topics as hosts discuss NASA's budget cuts and their impact on future missions. Laugh along with their tales of unexpected wildlife encounters in suburban gardens, while exploring the exciting space efforts from Wales. Discover the cosmic mysteries of a new dwarf planet, Jupiter's growth, and the challenges of contamination on Mars. The banter blends humor and personal stories, making it a delightful mix of personal life and astronomical wonders, perfect for stargazers and science lovers alike!
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Paul's Glorious Shed Anecdote
- Paul Hill shares that he has created a fully equipped shed office with lighting and woodworking tools.
- He humorously discusses nature visitors like badgers and the joys of middle-aged manhood with a shed.
Jenifer's First House Anecdote
- Jenifer Millard celebrates buying her first house, referring to the front door as her own.
- She discusses the financial challenges and satisfaction of setting up her new home.
Cosmic Galactic Joust Insight
- Astronomers observed two galaxies colliding like medieval knights jousting with one using an active galactic nucleus as a lance.
- This interaction disrupts the opponent galaxy's gas, impacting star formation and revealing new insights on galaxy evolution.