

SpaceTime: Your Guide to Space & Astronomy
Stuart Gary
Join host Stuart Gary for weekly explorations into Astronomy, Space, and Science News, featuring insights from 19 years on Australian Public Radio and industry experts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.
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Nov 8, 2023 • 30min
Exploring Cosmic Mysteries and Earthly Innovations : S26E134
The Space News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 134**Pluto's Potential Super Volcano**: A recent study raises the possibility that Pluto may house a colossal super-volcano.**Youthful Martian Meteorites**: Investigations reveal that a significant number of Martian meteorites found on Earth are notably young.**NASA's Roman Mission's Galactic Quest**: The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to offer an unparalleled glimpse into the Milky Way's core. This mission will scrutinize the galaxy's stars for subtle signs that could indicate the existence of planets, distant celestial bodies, and other cosmic phenomena.**ADHD and Dementia Link**: Research indicates a higher likelihood of dementia in later life for adults with ADHD, highlighting a gap in diagnosis and treatment for those over 50.**Mangrove Growth at the Great Barrier Reef**: Observations show an increase in mangrove forests on the low-lying islands of the northern Great Barrier Reef.**Apple's M3 Chip Unveiled**: Alex on Tech delves into the specifics and potential impact of Apple's innovative M3 chip.#astronomy #space #science #news #spacetime #podcast #pluto #nasa #marsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Nov 6, 2023 • 30min
Deep Within Earth // Lucy’s First Asteroid Encounter // Venus Plate Tectonics | S26E133
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 133 *Do the remains of an ancient planet lie deep within Earth Back in the 1980s, geophysicists discovered two continent-sized blobs of unusual material buried deep within the Earth’s mantle. Now, a new study reported in the journal Nature suggests that they’re the remnants of the ancient planet Theia which collided with Earth four and a half billion years ago creating the Moon. *Lucy’s first asteroid encounter discovers a new moonlet NASA's Lucy spacecraft has just completed its first asteroid encounter flying by the small main belt asteroid 152830 Dinkinesh – discovering that it’s a binary. *Venus had Earth-like plate tectonics billions of years ago Venus, may have once had tectonic plate movements similar to those believed to have occurred on early Earth. *The Science Report A new study has found a link between cell phone usage and semen quality. Warnings that the impacts of marine heatwaves on marine life may be worse deep down in our oceans. The 2022 Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha'apai volcanic eruption depleted 5% of the ozone layer. Skeptics guide to another finding bigfoot claim This week’s guests includes: Lucy Mission principal investigator Hal Levison from the Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio Texas And Lucy Mission deputy principal investigator Cathy Olkin also from the Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio Texas And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Science writer Jonathan Nally Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Nov 3, 2023 • 20min
Stellar Alchemy and Earth's Shield: Unveiling Tellurium and Hera's Odyssey | S26E132
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 132 *Rare heavy element discovered in stellar collision Astronomers have discovered the rare heavy element tellurium being produced in the kilonova collision of a pair of neutron stars. *Planetary defence mission update The European Space Agency’s Hera spacecraft has arrived at ESA’s ESTEC test centre in the Netherlands as it continues preparations for next October’s launch on its planetary defence mission to the asteroid Didymos and its small moon Dimorphos. *Moscow threatens star wars As Moscow continues its war against Ukraine, the Kremlin is also continuing to ratchet up its threats against the west. *The Science Report Tai Chi could slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Lead exposure is likely to blame for 5.5 million adult deaths from heart disease, and the loss of 765 million IQ points in kids under five globally every year. Just 20-25 minutes of exercise a day may be enough to offset the heightened risk of death. Skeptics guide to why there are no new ghosts And our regular guest: Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Nov 1, 2023 • 26min
Unveiling Martian Secrets, Shielding Europa Clipper, and India's Astronaut Ambitions | S26E131
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 131 *Mystery of the Martian core solved A new study of data from NASA’s Mars Insight lander mission has concluded that the Martian liquid metallic core is both smaller and denser than previously thought -- but also that it’s surrounded by a layer of molten rock. *Protecting Europa Clipper from Jupiter’s immense radiation Engineers have just completed the final piece of armour designed to protect NASA’s Europa clipper spacecraft from intense radiation during its mission to explore the Jovian ice moon Europa. *India launches its first crew capsule India has carried out a successful test flight of its new manned capsule which will the subcontinent’s first astronauts into orbit in 2025. *The Science Report A new study warns that future increases in ice-shelf melting in the West Antarctic are now potentially unavoidable. Claims vegetarianism may be partly related to your genes. Eastern Mediterranean was once a region of green savannahs and grasslands that provided an ideal passage for multiple early human movements out of Africa. Alex on Tech new AI chips and happy 22nd birthday to the I-pod. If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Your support is needed... **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our Cosmic Journey!** SpaceTime is fueled by passion, not big corporations or grants. We're on a mission to become 100% listener-supported, allowing us to focus solely on bringing you riveting space stories without the interruption of ads. 🌌 **Here's where you shine:** Help us soar to our goal of 1,000 subscribers! Whether it's just $1 or more, every contribution propels us closer to a universe of ad-free content. **Elevate Your Experience:** By joining our cosmic family at the $5 tier, you'll unlock: - Over 350 commercial-free, triple episode editions. - Exclusive extended interviews. - Early access to new episodes every Monday. Dive in with a month's free trial on Supercast and discover the universe of rewards waiting for you! 🌠 🚀 [Join the Journey with SpaceTime](https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/) 🌟 [Learn More About Us](https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com) Together, let's explore the cosmos without limits!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 30, 2023 • 30min
Distant Radio Burst // Moon's Age Update // Mars Rivers | S26E130
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 130 *The most distant fast radio burst ever Astronomers have identified the most distant Fast Radio Burst ever detected. The ephemeral cosmic blast which has been catalogued as FRB 20220610A occurred some eight billion light years away. *The Moon is 40 million years older than previously thought A new study of lunar rocks brought back by the Apollo 17 astronauts shows that the Moon is some 40 million years older than previously thought. The findings reported in the journal Geochemical Perspectives Letters suggest the Moon accreted from ejecta debris some 4.46 billion years ago – 40 million years earlier than the 4.425 billion years previously thought. *Curiosity rover finds new evidence of ancient Mars rivers, a key signal for life New analysis of data from NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover suggests that many of the craters on Mars today could once have hosted habitable rivers. The findings reported in the journal Geophysical Research Letters are based on numerical models which simulate erosion on Mars over millennia. *The Science Report The world is heading toward six global warming tipping points past which the planet’s systems will no longer be able to cope. A new study looking at why people like fatty foods so much suggests it might be the texture. Discovery of a new species of coral reef fish in the southern waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Skeptics guide to the spirit of vaccination. And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from www.techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 27, 2023 • 22min
Largest Mars Quake // Organics on Dwarf Planet // Is Bennu Spinning Apart? | S26E129
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 129 *The largest ever Mars quake Scientists have announced the results of an unprecedented collaboration to search for the source of the largest ever seismic event recorded on Mars. *The origin of organics on the dwarf planet Ceres One of the most exciting findings from NASA's Dawn mission is that Ceres, the largest object in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, hosts complex organics. *Is the asteroid Bennu spinning apart Scientists studying data from the recently completed OSIRIS-REx mission to the near Earth asteroid Bennu has found Alice in Wonderland-like physics govern gravity near the tiny world’s surface. *The Science Report Deadly bird flu virus outbreaks are now starting in places outside Asia. Fresh insights into the behaviour of quantum impurities within materials. Scientists have genetically modified silkworms to produce spider silk. Skeptics guide to the pseudoscience of homeopathy in Germany Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Your support is needed... **Support SpaceTime with Stuart Gary: Be Part of Our Cosmic Journey!** SpaceTime is fueled by passion, not big corporations or grants. We're on a mission to become 100% listener-supported, allowing us to focus solely on bringing you riveting space stories without the interruption of ads. 🌌 **Here's where you shine:** Help us soar to our goal of 1,000 subscribers! Whether it's just $1 or more, every contribution propels us closer to a universe of ad-free content. **Elevate Your Experience:** By joining our cosmic family at the $5 tier, you'll unlock: - Over 350 commercial-free, triple episode editions. - Exclusive extended interviews. - Early access to new episodes every Monday. Dive in with a month's free trial on Supercast and discover the universe of rewards waiting for you! 🌠 🚀 [Join the Journey with SpaceTime](https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/) 🌟 [Learn More About Us](https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com) Together, let's explore the cosmos without limits!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 25, 2023 • 27min
History of the Andromeda Galaxy // Quartz Crystals Discovery // The Sun’s heating Process | S26E128
The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 128 *The dramatic history of the Andromeda galaxy A new study has unveiled the violent history of our nearest neighbouring big galaxy M-31 Andromeda. *Quartz crystals discovered in clouds of hot gas giant Astronomers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have detected evidence for quartz nanocrystals in the high-altitude clouds of WASP-17 b, a hot Jupiter exoplanet 1,300 light-years from Earth. *Understanding the Sun’s heating process It’s one of the greatest and longest-running mysteries of the Sun -- why is its outer atmosphere hotter than its fiery surface. *The Science Report Discovery of a link between women eating ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of depression. Queensland’s rare southern greater gliders faces more challenges to its survival. ChatGPT might be better than doctors when it comes to managing depression. Alex on Tech: big tech wants your money and turning your old analogue camera digital. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you… To become a SpaceTime supporter and unlock commercial free editions of the show, gain early access and bonus content, please visit https://bitesz.supercast.com/ . Premium version now available via Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more podcasts visit our HQ at https://bitesz.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 23, 2023 • 50min
Newborn Galaxies / NASA’s Psyche Spacecraft / Annular Eclipse | S26E127
🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/stuartgary or use the checkout code STUARTGARY. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌The Space News Podcast. SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 127 *Astronomers discover newborn galaxies Astronomers have now been able to look so far back in space-time that they are witnessing the very birth of galaxies. *Psyche blasts off bound for a metal asteroid NASA’s Psyche spacecraft is finally on its way undertaking a six year 3.6 billion kilometre voyage to a mysterious metal-rich asteroid that could hold secrets about the formation of planets like the Earth. *Annular eclipse mesmerizes the Americas On October 14, 2023, the Moon aligned with the Sun and Earth to produce an annular solar eclipse. *The Science Report New Studies show 20 percent of Australian teenagers are now vaping. Ozempic associated with an increased risk of gastrointestinal issues. A new study shows that the likelihood of hail storms has dropped dramatically in most of Australia. Skeptics guide to peer review problems This week’s guests: Claudia Lagos from the University of Western Australia Psyche principal investigator Lindy Elkins-Tanton from Arizona state university Psyche deputy principal investigator and imager instrument lead Jim Bell from Arizona state Psyche Deputy project system engineer Tracy Drain from NASA’s jet propulsion laboratory Psyche project system engineer David Oh from NASA’s jet propulsion laboratory Psyche Project Manager Henry Stone from NASA’s jet propulsion laboratory Space Systems Lorell chassis program managers Steve Scott Parker Solar Probe principal investigator Justin Kasper Daniel Scheeres from the university of Colorado Boulder And our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from www.techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 20, 2023 • 27min
Exploring the Outer Edges: Unveiling the Ninth Planet or Unraveling Gravity's Secrets? | S26E126
🌏 Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/stuartgary or use the checkout code STUARTGARY. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌The Space News Podcast SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 126 *Plot thickens in hunt for ninth planet A pair of theoretical physicists are reporting that the same observations inspiring the hunt for a ninth planet at the outer edge of the solar system might instead be evidence of a modified law of gravity originally developed to understand the rotation of galaxies. *New clues on planetary formation Astronomers have discovered the youngest hot Jupiter ever seen. New insights into the atmosphere and star of an exoplanet Astronomers have failed to find any signs of an atmosphere around the Earth like exoplanet TRAPPIST-1b *The Science Report Koala populations decimated by bushfires in recent years. Study shows 40% of amphibian species around the world are currently under threat. Scientists have now discovered around 125 mammal species that glow under Ultra Violet light. Skeptics guide to riding the Sasquatch express Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ If you love this podcast, please get someone else to listen to. Thank you…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Oct 18, 2023 • 27min
Beyond Earth: Revelations from Bennu, Cosmic Collisions, and Spain's Leap to the Stars | S26E125
SpaceTime Series 26 Episode 125 *Carbon and Water discovered in Bennu asteroid samples An initial examination of the regolith samples returned to Earth from the asteroid Bennu by the Osiris Rex mission are showing evidence of high-carbon content and water. *When worlds collide Astronomers have captured the first-ever afterglow of a huge planetary collision between worlds in deep space. *Spain reaches for the stars with a successful new rocket launch Spain has launched its first locally developed rocket – an important step in establishing its own orbital launch system. *The Science Report Claims that drinking dark tea every day may help to mitigate type 2 diabetes risk. Study shows renting has a stronger link to faster 'biological ageing' than unemployment or smoking. The oldest known human footprints in the Americas. Alex on Tech: new warnings about lithium-ion batteries. Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen and access show links via https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ Additionally, listeners can support the podcast and gain access to bonus content by becoming a SpaceTime crew member through www.bitesz.supercast.com or through premium versions on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Details on our website at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com For more SpaceTime and show links: https://linktr.ee/biteszHQ#space #astronomy #science #podcast #spacetimeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.