

84 - The Search For New Worlds (ft. Josh Winn)
Jun 3, 2024
Josh Winn, an expert in the search for exoplanets, discusses the evolution of exoplanet discovery methods, the surprises found with hot Jupiter planets, the impact of the transit method, and the comparison of different telescopes for sky monitoring. The conversation delves into the search for habitable planets, the potential discovery of Earth-like planets with signs of life, and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial intelligence, ultimately exploring the potential of life across stars in the Milky Way.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unraveling the Mysteries of Exoplanets
02:14 • 16min
The Evolution of Exoplanet Discovery Methods
17:47 • 8min
Comparing Telescopes for Sky Monitoring
25:57 • 2min
Exploring Planets: Comparing Test and Kepler Missions
27:39 • 3min
Exploring Exoplanets and the Search for Life
30:17 • 12min
Exploring the Potential of Life Across Stars
42:15 • 3min