Padi Boyd

Padi Boyd, an astrophysicist and host of NASA’s Curious Universe, joins Robert Alexander, a data sonification expert, and Mike Hartinger, a heliophysics research scientist. They unravel how solar electromagnetic waves are transformed into sound, revealing the Sun's 'music.' The trio discusses solar flares and coronal mass ejections, emphasizing their effects on Earth. They also explore public participation in solar research through sonification and how these auditory experiences enhance our understanding of the cosmos.

Host Padi Boyd shares stories from NASA's Kepler mission, exoplanet discoveries, dream dinner companions, and go-to karaoke song. Listeners' questions answered in a behind-the-scenes look at Season 6 episodes. Plus, check out the special video podcast episode.