NASA's Curious Universe

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.

NASA scientists Jane Rigby, Taylor Hutchison, and Gerónimo Villanueva discuss their use of the James Webb Space Telescope to peer back to the earliest stages of the universe and examine stunning plumes of water in our own solar system. They explore the telescope's design, its successful commissioning, and the new scientific discoveries it has made possible. They also delve into the mysteries of black holes and galaxies in the early universe and the potential for finding signs of life on celestial bodies like Enceladus.

On this episode, ride along with mission leaders as they prepare for the return of the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft carrying 4.5-billion-year-old bits of rock and dust from asteroid Bennu. Learn about the critical operations and tense moments leading up to the successful sample collection. Discover the process of collecting environmental samples and the precautions taken to protect them. Experience the excitement as a helicopter delivers the capsule to scientists, marking the culmination of a 19-year project. Finally, explore the transportation and analysis of the precious asteroid sample at NASA's Johnson Space Center.