NASA's Curious Universe

Experience the anticipation and diversity of eclipse watchers across the US, follow scientists as they prepare to study the sun's corona during an eclipse, listen to a comet hunter's tale, and witness the excitement in small towns like Paris, Arkansas. Join eclipse chasers in Carbondale for a festive atmosphere leading up to the celestial event, and feel the intense wonder and beauty of a total solar eclipse.

Nour Raouafi, project scientist for Parker Solar Probe, dives into the mysteries of the Sun's corona and the challenges of building a spacecraft to withstand extreme temperatures. The podcast explores the innovative solutions for heat protection, the legacy of physicist Eugene Parker, and the encounter with a massive Coronal Mass Ejection near the Sun.

Delve into NASA's Moon to Mars Space Weather Analysis Office and their crucial role in monitoring space weather activities. Explore the 1859 geomagnetic storm that disrupted electrical systems. Discover the intricate relationship between the sun and Earth through phenomena like solar flares and coronal mass ejections. Learn about the daily operations and friendly competitions within the office dedicated to tracking space weather. Uncover fascinating space stories and Apollo 12's intense liftoff moment. Explore the significance of predicting solar flares for space weather research and the challenges in accurate forecasting.

Discover essential safety tips and alternative viewing methods for the upcoming total solar eclipse. Engage with NASA's citizen science projects like SunSketcher and Eclipse Soundscapes. Learn how to create a pinhole projector for safe observation and explore future total solar eclipses and viewing recommendations.

NASA Sun scientist Liz Macdonald and volunteer Hanjie Tan discuss how ordinary people can contribute to NASA's research on the Sun, aurora, and more through citizen science projects. They talk about studying the Sun's atmosphere, discovering new colors in the aurora, and hunting for comets. Listeners are encouraged to get involved in NASA science and experience our nearest star firsthand.

Join NASA sun scientists Kelly Korreck and Fred Espenak as they discuss the surreal experience of witnessing a total solar eclipse, the scientific opportunities they offer, and the anticipation surrounding the upcoming 2024 eclipse. Explore the historical significance of solar eclipses, the motivations of eclipse chasers, and the transformative impact of observing this celestial phenomenon firsthand.

Explore the birth and influence of the Sun, including its formation and impact on Earth. Dive into the world of space soundscapes with a sound design expert and imagine what Mercury, Venus, and the Sun might sound like. Learn about NASA's Helio Physics work and the Parker Solar Probe mission to unlock the mysteries of our closest star.

Delve into the mysteries of the Sun with NASA scientists, exploring upcoming celestial events, innovative spacecraft technology, and the daring mission of the Parker Solar Probe into the Sun's fiery realm.

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.

Experience life inside a Mars simulation environment as NASA conducts a one-year experiment. Discover the details of the Chippia mission, the absence of smell in the habitat, and the daily routine of the crew in the Mars Dune Alpha habitat. The crew members share their challenges, longing for Earth, and how they spend their free time on Mars.