

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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Sep 19, 2022 • 37min
Gamma Rays from Neighbouring Galaxy Related to Dead Stars
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 98*Gamma rays from neighbouring galaxy related to dead starsAstronomers say that a mysterious source of high energy gamma rays discovered near the galactic centre of the Milky Way could have originated in the neighbouring Sagittarius Dwarf galaxy.*Volcanic super eruptions are millions of years in the makingA new study claims volcanic super eruptions occur when huge accumulations of magma deep in the Earth’s crust, formed over millions of years, move rapidly to the surface disrupting pre-existing rock.*Blue Origin’s New Shephard explodes in mid airSpace Tourism operations have been halted as Federal Aviation Administration air crash investigators begin the long and involved process of trying to determine why a Blue Origin New Shepard rocket blew up in a spectacular fire ball 64 seconds after its launch from its West Texas base.*American Nuclear Missile test launchThe US military has test fired an LGM-30G Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile.*The Science ReportAustralia’s Bureau of Meteorology has officially declared another La Nina.A new study warns taking Vitamin D and Omega-3 supplements will not reduce frailty in old age.Scientists have concluded that the donkey was domesticated some seven thousand years ago.Skeptics guide to anti vaxers and the lawListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Your support is needed...SpaceTime is an independently produced podcast (we are not funded by any government grants, big organisations or companies), and we’re working towards becoming a completely listener supported show...meaning we can do away with the commercials and sponsors. We figure the time can be much better spent on researching and producing stories for you, rather than having to chase sponsors to help us pay the bills.That's where you come in....help us reach our first 1,000 subscribers...at that level the show becomes financially viable and bills can be paid without us breaking into a sweat every month. Every little bit helps...even if you could contribute just $1 per month. It all adds up.By signing up and becoming a supporter at the $5 or more level, you get immediate access to over 280 commercial-free, double, and triple episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. You also receive all new episodes on a Monday rather than having to wait the week out. Subscribe via Supercast (you get a month’s free trial to see if it’s really for you or not) ... and share in the rewards. Details at Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/ Details at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com or www.bitesz.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 16, 2022 • 31min
Solar Orbiter Hit by a Massive Coronal Mass Ejection
SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 97*Solar Orbiter hit by a massive Coronal Mass EjectionEarlier this month as The European Space Agency’s Solar Orbiter undertook its third flyby of the planet Venus it was hit by a massive coronal mass ejection blasting out from the Sun.*Mars dryness runs deepA new analysis of seismic data from NASA’s Mars InSight mission has revealed that the mission’s equatorial landing site isn’t just dry as a bone – but that dryness runs deep with little or no subsurface ice for at least 300 metres down.*Making metal on MarsScientists are working out how to manufacture metal on Mars.*New space travel health warningsA new study has warned of the increased cancer risks astronauts face due to their space travel.*The Science ReportGreen products are more toxic to the environment.Iran gets closer to building its first nuke.Study shows dogs can develop a condition similar to dementia as they age.Skeptic's guide to nominations for the bent spoon awards.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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.Your support is needed...SpaceTime is an independently produced podcast (we are not funded by any government grants, big organisations or companies), and we’re working towards becoming a completely listener supported show...meaning we can do away with the commercials and sponsors. We figure the time can be much better spent on researching and producing stories for you, rather than having to chase sponsors to help us pay the bills.That's where you come in....help us reach our first 1,000 subscribers...at that level the show becomes financially viable and bills can be paid without us breaking into a sweat every month. Every little bit helps...even if you could contribute just $1 per month. It all adds up.By signing up and becoming a supporter at the $5 or more level, you get immediate access to over 280 commercial-free, double, and triple episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. You also receive all new episodes on a Monday rather than having to wait the week out. Subscribe via Supercast (you get a month’s free trial to see if it’s really for you or not) ... and share in the rewards. Details at Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/ Details at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com or www.bitesz.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 14, 2022 • 30min
Four-Billion-Year-Old Planetary Crust Found Under Western Australia
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 96*Four-billion-year-old planetary crust found under Western AustraliaScientists have identified a four-billion-year-old piece of the Earth's crust the size of Ireland underneath what is now Western Australia.*The origins of Earth’s waterIt was revealed this year that Earth’ received its life-giving water during its formation in the protoplanetary disk from which the Sun and solar system were created 4.6 billion years ago.*Suspended animation for long distance space flightsA new study has ruled out using suspended animation for long distance space flights.*Astronaut bone density studyA new study has shown that astronauts on long missions experience the equivalent of 10 years of age-related bone density loss, even after 12 months of recovery.*The Science ReportStudy shows becoming a parent, rather than simply getting older makes you more conservative.A new prototype electrolyser that can convert the humidity in the air into hydrogen.How fortune tellers make men take more risks with money.Alex on Tech: Apple’s new iPhone 14Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Your support is needed...SpaceTime is an independently produced podcast (we are not funded by any government grants, big organisations or companies), and we’re working towards becoming a completely listener supported show...meaning we can do away with the commercials and sponsors. We figure the time can be much better spent on researching and producing stories for you, rather than having to chase sponsors to help us pay the bills.That's where you come in....help us reach our first 1,000 subscribers...at that level the show becomes financially viable, and bills can be paid without us breaking into a sweat every month. Every little bit helps...even if you could contribute just $1 per month. It all adds up.By signing up and becoming a supporter at the $5 or more level, you get immediate access to over 280 commercial-free, double, and triple episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. You also receive all new episodes on a Monday rather than having to wait the week out. Subscribe via Supercast (you get a month’s free trial to see if it’s really for you or not) ... and share in the rewards. Details at Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/ Details at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com or www.bitesz.com To receive the Astronomy Daily Newsletter free, direct to your inbox...just join our mailing list. Details at https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/p/astronomy-daily/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 12, 2022 • 21min
DART on Track for Asteroid Impact
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 95*DART on track for asteroid impactLater this month NASA’s Dart mission will slam into a tiny near-Earth asteroid orbiting a slightly larger Near-Earth asteroid to see what happens.*NASA now looking at a potential Artemis 1 launch this monthNASA says it could target potential launch windows on September 23rd and 27th for the maiden test flight of its Artemis 1 Moon rocket.*Growing Thale cress plants in lunar soilA new study reported in the journal Nature Biology has shown that Lunar soil is worse for growing plants than volcanic ash.*Blood flow disruption in microgravityA new study has found that disrupted blood flow caused by the microgravity environment of space flight could be one of the factors damaging astronauts’ eyes.*The Science ReportTwo doses of the Pfizer vaccine found to dramatically reduce symptoms of long COVID.An ancient reef-like landform hidden in plain sight on the Nullarbor Plain.Evidence of the earliest known surgery.Skeptic's guide to olive oil shotsListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Your support is needed...SpaceTime is an independently produced podcast (we are not funded by any government grants, big organisations or companies), and we’re working towards becoming a completely listener supported show...meaning we can do away with the commercials and sponsors. We figure the time can be much better spent on researching and producing stories for you, rather than having to chase sponsors to help us pay the bills.That's where you come in....help us reach our first 1,000 subscribers...at that level the show becomes financially viable and bills can be paid without us breaking into a sweat every month. Every little bit helps...even if you could contribute just $1 per month. It all adds up.By signing up and becoming a supporter at the $5 or more level, you get immediate access to over 240 commercial-free, double, and triple episode editions of SpaceTime plus extended interview bonus content. You also receive all new episodes on a Monday rather than having to wait the week out. Subscribe via Patreon or Supercast (you get a month’s free trial with Supercast to see if it’s really for you or not)....and share in the rewards. Details at Patreon www.patreon.com/spacetimewithstuartgary or Supercast - https://bitesznetwork.supercast.tech/ Details at https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com or www.bitesz.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 9, 2022 • 34min
The Sands of Mars are Green as well as Red
SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 94*The Perseverance rover finds the sands of Mars are green as well as redThe accepted view of Mars is red rocks and craters as far as the eye can see. But NASA’s Perseverance rover has found lots of olivine.*New planetary nebulae discoveryAstronomers have confirmed a large and evolved planetary nebula 4500 light years away in the Messier 37 open star cluster in the constellation Auriga the charioteer.*Atlas V launches new spy satelliteA United Launch Alliance Atlas V Centaur rocket has successfully placed a new American Early warning spy satellite into orbit.*September SkyWatchThe September Equinox the constellations Capricorn and Aquarius and the Aurigids and Epsilon Perseids meteor showers dominate the night skies of September on SkyWatch.Listen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Sponsor Details:This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you by the I Am BIO podcast - The only podcast at the intersection of biotechnology, politics, patients & the planet. You can subscribe wherever you get your podcasts or find out more by visiting their website at https://www.bio.org/podcast Highly recommended!#mars #space #science #astronomy #spacetime #skywatchBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 7, 2022 • 29min
Surfing Venus’s Atmosphere
SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 93*Europe’s EnVision spacecraft to surf Venus’s atmosphereThe European Space Agency’s EnVision mission to Venus being developed to perform high-resolution radar mapping and atmospheric studies of Earth’s so called sister planet.*NASA fixes the glitch on the Voyager 1 spacecraft – mankind’s most distant travellerNASA engineers have fixed a critical system aboard the Voyager 1 spacecraft which was sending garbled data about its status -- however, the root cause of the problem remains a mystery.*New record with over three thousand Starlink satellites now in orbitSpaceX’s relentless parade of flights carrying more and more Starlink satellites into orbit is continuing without any apparent end having now passed the three thousand mark.*Growing food on the red planetScientists have discovered that alfalfa plants may be the key to growing food on the red planet.*The Science ReportEarth's concentration of greenhouse gases and sea levels hit new record highs in 2021.Chinese government hackers attacked Australian computer systems during last Federal election.The tsunami created by the Tonga volcanic eruption back in January reached some 90 metres high.Alex on Tech iPhone 14 previewListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Sponsor Details:This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN…The world’s leading VPN provider. Making your online data unreadable to others. Get our Complete Security 69% discount offer, plus four months free, plus you get to help support SpaceTime… visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary or use the coupon code STUARTGARY at checkout. Thank you…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 5, 2022 • 28min
NASA Postpones Future Artemis 1 Launch Attempts
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 92*NASA postpones future Artemis 1 launch attempts following another scrubNASA has decided to postpone any future launch attempts for the Artemis 1 mission this month after they were forced to again scrub the flight because of a persistent hydrogen propellant leak.*James Webb’s first image of a distant worldNASA’s new James Webb Space Telescope has taken its first ever direct image of a planet beyond our solar system.*China’s reusable space planes take to the air and beyondChina has completed a test flight of what Beijing describes as a reusable suborbital spaceplane.*Galaxy 15 lostIntelsat has lost control of one of its satellites after it was apparently disabled by space weather.*The Science ReportMajor sea level rise can now not be stopped.The largest dinosaur ever found in Europe uncovered in Portugal.Australia might be one of the planet’s best places to hang out if a thermonuclear war breaks out.Skeptic's guide to Australian religionsListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Sep 3, 2022 • 10min
Astronomy Daily the Podcast - Sampler Edition - Working Together
Welcome to a sampler edition of our new Astronomy & Space Science News podcast, Astronomy Daily - the Podcast. Hosted by Andrew Dunkley (one half of the Space Nuts podcast) and his feisty AI Assistant/Newsreader Hailley.Each day Andrew and Hailley bring you a roundup of the day's developments in the rapidly changing world of Space Science and Astronomy, from stories featured in the Astronomy Daily Newsletter.Presented in a fun format, this short-form podcast is designed to keep you in touch while entertaining you.You can subscribe to the podcast wherever you get podcasts from including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and most other podcast apps.You can also stream episodes via the website...just visit www.spacenuts.io - where you can also find details on how to subscribe to the newsletter - it's free- from us to you.Please enjoy!#astronomy #space #science #news #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Aug 31, 2022 • 1h 7min
Was There a Second Dinosaur Killing Asteroid Impact?
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 91*Was there a second dinosaur killing asteroid impactScientists have discovered a massive asteroid impact crater in the North Atlantic Ocean which may have hit Earth at the same time as the infamous dinosaur killing KT boundary event Chicxulub asteroid.*A close up look at black hole jetsAstronomers have been given their most detailed look yet at the structure of the spectacular jets generated by feeding supermassive black holes.*Looking at the origins of the Martian Moon’s Phobos and DemosA new study has confirmed that the two Martian Moons Phobos and Demos were never a single body.*Another delay for Boeing’s Starliner spacecraftThe first manned test flight of Boeing’s new CST100 Starliner spacecraft has been delayed until next year because of modifications needed following its last test flight back in May.*The king of planets in stunning new detailThe latest images coming out of NASA’s new James Webb space telescope are continuing to amaze astronomers.*Artemis 1 final count downUp to 200 thousand spectators have crowded parks and beaches around Cape Canaveral in Florida as the final count down continues to the launch of the world’s most powerful rocket – the Artemis 1 SLS Moon rocket.*M2 spacecraft send back their first happy snapsThe University of New South Wales M2 satellites have sent back their first high-resolution remote sensing images.*China launches another group of spy satellitesLess than a month after its last launch of spy satellites Beijing has sent another trio of Yaogan 35 military surveillance and reconnaissance satellites into orbit.*Cosmonaut loses power during space walkCosmonauts aboard the International Space Station were forced to cut short a planned six and a half hour spacewalk after one of their spacesuits suddenly failed.*The Science ReportA 70% chance of a third consecutive La Niña.One in 40 COVID-19 sufferers still can’t smell or taste two years after infection.Beware the Tomato VirusHow climate change will affect food supplies.Dogs love their owners so much they cry when they see them.Alex on Tech: no COVID in 5G after allSkeptic's guide to skeptical journalismListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com #astronomy #space #science #news #podcast #spacetimeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Aug 26, 2022 • 1h 5min
The Red Supergiant Betelgeuse Blows Its Top
The Astronomy, Technology, and Space Science News Podcast.SpaceTime Series 25 Episode 90*The red supergiant Betelgeuse blows it topAstronomers say the sudden dimming of the semi-regular variable red supergiant star Betelgeuse back in 2019 and 2020 was caused by it blowing away a massive chunk of its stellar surface.*Could Earth’s continents have come from outer space?A new study suggests Earth’s continents were formed by material delivered in giant meteor impacts.*NASA’s DAVINCI mission to VenusNASA has released details of its proposed new DAVINCI mission to the planet Venus.*Artemis 1 Moon rocket on the launch pad NASA’s Artemis 1 SLS Moon rocket is back on Space launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida in preparation for lift off later this month.*South Korean Moon probe launchedSpaceX have launched a new Moon probe for South Korea.*Russia launches Iranian spy satelliteRussia has launched an Iranian spy satellite into orbit further cementing a new axis of evil between the two despotic nations.*The Science ReportAntarctica's ice shelves may be melting at an accelerated rate, up to 40 percent faster than thought.Trying to bring back the Tasmanian Tiger or thylacine from extinction.One in 20 who contract COVID-19 end up with long-term damage.A new design for hydrogen storage which could reduce solid-state hydrogen fuel cell charging times.Study shows different diets provide different results.Urgent security updates from Apple.Alex on Tech reviews the new MacBook air M2Skeptic's guide to psychiatryListen to SpaceTime on your favorite podcast app with our universal listen link: https://spacetimewithstuartgary.com/listen 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://biteszhq.com Sponsor Details:This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of NordVPN…The world’s leading VPN provider. Making your online data unreadable to others. Get our Complete Security discount offer, plus four months free, plus you get to help support SpaceTime… visit www.nordvpn.com/stuartgary or use the coupon code STUARTGARY at checkout. Thank you…To receive the Astronomy Daily Newsletter free, direct to your inbox...just join our mailing list. Details at https://astronomydaily.io #space #science #astronomy #podcast #nordvpnBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.