NASA's Curious Universe

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.

This podcast delves into the fascinating world of aerosols and their impact on our atmosphere, weather patterns, and climate. Kirk Noble-Spece and other NASA scientists discuss the sources of aerosol particles, their ability to travel globally, and their effects on our daily lives. The podcast also explores the link between air pollution and human health, as well as how aerosols can alter rainfall amounts and weather patterns. Additionally, it examines the role of aerosols in climate change and highlights the TEMPO mission's collaboration with the PACE satellite to study these tiny particles and their impact on thunderstorms and global warming.

Meet three volunteers whose perspectives have changed by participating in citizen science. Discover the impact of citizen science projects on individuals' lives and the discovery of exoplanets. Explore the journey of citizen scientists studying active regions on the Sun and classifying objects in the Disk Detective project. Learn about personal milestones achieved through citizen science and the potential for scientific exploration. Find out how to get involved in NASA's citizen science projects.

Discover the use of data sonification to listen to the electromagnetic symphony of the Sun. Explore the dynamic nature of the Sun as a ball of plasma, its interaction with the Earth's magnetic field, and the creation of a dynamic magnetosphere. Learn about the translation of sun data into music through sonification and the discovery of a pattern, a hum, correlated with solar activity. Dive into the fascinating world of space weather and upcoming solar eclipses.