Duncan Trussell Family Hour 725: NASA 3I/ATLAS
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Nov 24, 2025 A mysterious comet named 3I/ATLAS has taken the world by storm! Speculation abounds over its odd color changes and anti-tail behavior. They dive into the grassroots efforts by amateur astrophotographers who were ahead of the curve. The podcast explores the culture of UFO speculation and humanity's eager imagination about alien contact. With a mix of humor and critique, they react to NASA's reveal and discuss the importance of studying interstellar objects. Prepare for a blend of science, curiosity, and cosmic wonder!
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Anomalies Drive Speculation
- The 3I/ATLAS object shows multiple anomalies (anti-tail, odd acceleration, color changes) that make it unlike typical comets.
- Duncan emphasizes that these anomalies fuel wild speculation about technological or non-natural origins.
Amateur Astronomer Captured Footage
- Duncan shares a specific YouTuber (Ray's Astrophotography) who captured a clear video and animation of 3I/ATLAS before NASA released images.
- He praises the technical skill and equipment behind that community-driven capture.
Weird Motion Isn’t Proof Of Tech
- Non-gravitational acceleration can indicate mass loss or other forces, not necessarily propulsion.
- Duncan and others note the object survived solar flares and lacked a normal tail, deepening the mystery.
