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Rebecca Boyle - The Story of Our Moon
Apr 26, 2024
Science journalist Rebecca Boyle discusses the cultural history and future of the moon, highlighting its impact on historical events and ancient stone monuments aligned with lunar phases. She explores Julius Caesar's calendar reform and the mysteries of moon rocks, touching on the sacred aura of lunar samples and ethical concerns in commercial moon exploration.
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- The moon's cultural history spans ancient stone circles in Scotland, tying human timekeeping to lunar phases.
- Julius Caesar's calendar reform shifted time measurement from lunar to solar calendars, revolutionizing the concept of time.
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Rebecca Boyle's Lifelong Fascination with the Moon
Rebecca Boyle shares her lifelong fascination with the moon, which stemmed from childhood tales and its consistent presence. As a writer on astronomy, she initially saw the moon as an obstruction to dark-sky observations until in-depth research revealed its crucial role on Earth. Boyle's personal connection through her grandfather's World War II experience sheds light on the moon's unforeseen impact on historical events.
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