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Are We There Yet?

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Nov 12, 2024 • 28min

Rocket science meets political science. Plus, inspiring cosmic images from JWST

During the last Trump administration there were big moves in space exploration like pushing for human landings on the moon and launching astronauts on commercial rockets, plus a look at some of JWST’s incredible images of stars exploding and galaxies deep in our universe.
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Nov 6, 2024 • 28min

The science of Europa Clipper and research from the red planet

Europa Clipper may open doors on the grander questions on life beyond Earth. Plus, Mars scientists found that Mars might not be so different than Earth as research suggests life could exist in signs of water on the red planet.
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Oct 29, 2024 • 28min

Cosmic creeps and black hole heartbeats

UCF physicist and co-host of the podcast “Walkabout the Galaxy”, shares spooky cosmic occurrences. Stephen Eikenberry, UCF professor of applied optics and professor of physics, explains the humanlike pulses from the darkest vacuums in our universe.
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Oct 22, 2024 • 28min

Starship's big catch and Hubble's deep look

Eric Berger, a space editor at Ars Technica and author, discusses the groundbreaking test flight of SpaceX's Starship and its innovative midair catch for rocket recovery. Jennifer Wiseman, Hubble's Senior Project Scientist, shares stunning discoveries from the telescope, including the exploration of Jupiter's Great Red Spot and cosmic fossils. They also delve into challenges confronting NASA's Artemis mission and reveal fascinating insights about powerful galactic jets and their connection to nova explosions in nearby stars.
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Oct 15, 2024 • 28min

Research endeavors on the space station and exploring an ocean world

A director at the ISS Laboratory shares unique research experiments to benefit life on Earth and exploration beyond and a chief of planetary policy addresses the need for executable plans and public support following Europa Clipper’s launch.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 28min

Earth’s new mini moon and tracking tropical weather from space

Earth has an asteroid, or mini moon, orbiting the planet for the next several weeks. Plus, a look at how forecasters use weather satellites to track storms.
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Sep 25, 2024 • 28min

SpaceX’s past and future. Plus, a Florida scientist’s journey to space

The guest, a University of Florida scientist, shares his experiences from a recent trip to the edge of space, shedding light on how humans can thrive in microgravity environments. The discussion covers SpaceX's groundbreaking developments in reusable rocket technology and its ambitious future, including the upcoming Starship launch. Listeners will be captivated by the scientist's emotional journey and the transformative view of Earth, underscoring the critical need for collaborative science that engages diverse voices in space exploration.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 28min

NASA’s strategies for space exploration and menstrual cycles in space

NASA is making plans for the future of space exploration with space enthusiasts and companies around the world preparing for the future retirement of the International Space Station and a look into women’s health in space.
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Sep 3, 2024 • 28min

One commercial astronaut is helping kids reach for the stars

Blue Origin commercial astronaut and founder of the nonprofit organization SpaceKids Global, Sharon Hagle, is going back to space, this time, with an audience of young people audience. Eight lucky winners from SpaceKids Global’s contest will be able to watch Hagle launch into space and be a part of a Press Squad: interviewing members of Blue Origin’s team.
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Aug 28, 2024 • 28min

The science of Polaris Dawn and water under the surface of Mars

Scientists will study the crew of SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission analyzing how the human body reacts to the environment of space and Mars has water hidden under its surface.

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