Best AstroBiological Podcasts (2025)

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Your Mind on Movies 54:00

5d ago54:00

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By one estimate we spend a fifth of our lives watching movies or TV. In fact, we consume entertainment almost as habitually as we eat or sleep, activities that receive scientific scrutiny and study. So why not consider the effects that watching movies and TV have on our minds and bodies too? When we do, we find that they are not mere escapism. A da…

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Episode 35: Talking Tomatoes, Robot Tears, and Weather-Warped Realities 58:09

6d ago58:09

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Send us a text This fortnight, Felix Andromeda tackles a cosmic buffet of bizarre events! From the ethical quandaries of sentient salads (with Dr. Flora Greenleaf) to the weaponized sadness of alien music (with Dr. Quanta Zar), and the hilariously disastrous Customer Service Bot Rebellion (with Dr. History Echoes of the Past), it's a whirlwind of i…

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WTF Is Happening At NASA? | A Conversation with Keith Cowing (Part II) | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 39:53

7d ago39:53

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Guest | Keith Cowing, Creator / Editor, NASA Watch and Astrobiology.com On Twitter | https://x.com/keithcowing On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-cowing-9b94076/ On Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/keith.cowing Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams __…

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The Latest Buzz 54:00

12d ago54:00

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Is your windshield accumulating less bug splatter? Insects, the most numerous animals on Earth, are becoming scarcer, and that’s not good news. They’re essential, and not just for their service as pollinators. We ask what’s causing the decrease in insect populations, and how can it be reversed . Also, the story of how California’s early citrus crop…

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WTF Is Happening At NASA? | A Conversation with Keith Cowing | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 29:49

14d ago29:49

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Guest | Keith Cowing, Editor, NASA Watch On Twitter | https://x.com/keithcowing On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-cowing-9b94076/ On Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/keith.cowing Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episo…

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Let's Fix UFO Discourse 16:50

17d ago16:50

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The UFO topic has largely been stuck in the same spot for decades. And that can largely be attributed to how we routinely discuss UFOs. On this episode, host Jason McClellan discusses some of the ongoing problems with UFO discourse and how those problems negatively influence perceptions and the general understanding of UFOs overall.…

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Skeptic Check: Into the DeepSeek 59:20

19d ago59:20

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When the Chinese developer of DeepSeek released its model R1, a rift opened up in Silicon Valley. The company, a relatively unknown player, appeared to have created a better and cheaper model than its American competitors. Some big voices in the tech world called it a “Sputnik moment.” Others worried that the open-source model would allow malicious…

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Breakdown Episode 34: Cosmic Bureaucracy, Supernova Secrets, and Humanity's Unclassifiable Intelligence 9:41

20d ago9:41

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Send us a text Intergalactic Insider Episode 34 takes you on a wild ride through the cosmos! We delve into the shocking results of the Galactic Intelligence Index (what does "Further research required" even mean for humanity?), explore the heartbreaking Zorpian migration after a devastating supernova (and the surprising cosmic bureaucracy they face…

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Pluto and the Great Planet Debate | A Conversation with Dr. Will Grundy | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 28:24

24d ago28:24

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Guest | Dr. Will Grundy, Astronomer, Lowell Observatory Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel? 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-netw…

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Saturn’s Secret Oceans: Did Cassini Glimpse Life Before Its Fiery End? 1:33:04

25d ago1:33:04

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We love to hear from you. Send us your thought, comments, suggestions, love letters Professor Luciano Iess, Planetary Scientist and NASA Exceptional Scientific Achievement Medalist The Cassini spacecraft’s final moments were like a fading heartbeat—one last signal before silence. In this episode, Professor Luciano Iess takes us on a journey across …

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Chasing an Asteroid 56:00

26d ago56:00

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Everyone knows that a big rock wiped out the dinosaurs. But the danger from an asteroid hitting Earth is not limited to ancient history. To deal with this threat, scientists recently ran an experiment to deflect a potential “city killer.” We’ll hear the results of that experiment, and about a visit to another asteroid. In the dusty material NASA br…

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Episode 34: Human Intelligence Questioned, Zorpian Migration Crisis, and the Planet of Perpetual Paperwork 56:46

27d ago56:46

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Send us a text Join host Felix Andromeda on Intergalactic Insider for another fortnightly dose of cosmic news and absurdity! This episode, we delve into the shocking results of the Galactic Intelligence Index – are humans really as smart as we think? We'll also cover the Great Zorpian Migration, as an entire civilization flees their dying star and …

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#19 Brian Keating - Inflation, B Modes and Losing the Nobel Prize 1:53:29

28d ago1:53:29

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Use code coolworldspodcast at https://incogni.com/coolworldspodcast to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan. In this week's episode, David is joined by Brian Keating, host of the Into the Impossible Podcast, Professor of Cosmology at UC San Diego and popular science book author. To support this podcast and our research lab, head to https…

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The History and Future of Space Stations | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 38:38

30d ago38:38

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Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel? 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network ______________________ Episode Notes Stations in spa…

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Coming to Our Animal Senses 54:00

1M ago54:00

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Animals experience the world differently. There are insects that can see ultraviolet light, while some snakes can hunt in the dark thanks to their ability to sense infrared. Such differences are not restricted to vision: Elephants can hear subsonic sounds, birds navigate by magnetism, and your dog lives in a world marked by odors. In this episode, …

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Skeptic Check: Drone Panic Revisited 9:56

1M ago9:56

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We have an update to our recent episode, Skeptic Check: Drone Panic. If you remember, our guest astronomer Andrew Franknoi recalled the story of Jimmy Carter having seen something mysterious in the sky when he was governor of Georgia in 1969. Astronomers at the time suggested it was likely Venus, as has been the case with other sightings, and for d…

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Beyond Billionaires: MoonDAO and the Radical Vision of a Decentralized Space Economy 1:22:25

1M ago1:22:25

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We love to hear from you. Send us your thought, comments, suggestions, love letters What if space exploration wasn’t driven by governments or billionaires but by a decentralized community? Enter MoonDAO, an experiment in blockchain-powered space governance. In this episode, Pablo Moncada shares insights into how MoonDAO successfully crowdfunded a s…

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Skeptic Check: Drone Panic 58:00

1M ago58:00

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When several mysterious objects were spotted flying over New Jersey, their unknown identity led to frightening rumors, and triggered frustration and alarm among some residents of the Garden State. What were these objects, and if they were drones, as some appeared to be, were they friendly or foe? Many of the objects have now been identified. We tal…

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Breakdown Episode 33: When Aliens Come to Tea - The Green Mind's Warning 12:14

1M ago12:14

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Send us a text Join us for Episode 33 of Intergalactic Insider, "When Aliens Come to Tea," as we welcome lumen botanist Kriff Quasar to Terranova. In this mind-expanding episode, we delve into Kriff's journey to rebuild their lost seed collection, their encounters with sentient fungi on a desolate moon, and the profound concept of the "Green Mind" …

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The Best Things in Life are Tree(s) 55:58

2M ago55:58

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While humans were leaving the Stone Age and entering the Bronze, some Bristlecone pine trees grew from seeds to sprouts. They’ve been growing ever since. These 5,000-year-old pines are among the oldest organisms on Earth. Superlatives are also appropriate for the towering redwoods. Trees are amazing in many ways. They provide us with timber and coo…

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Looking Ahead: UFOs in 2025 12:26

2M ago12:26

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In this first 2025 episode of "UFO? UAP? WTF?," host Jason McClellan discusses the state and future of UFO and UAP research as we enter 2025. Jason reflects on 2024, highlighting increased government involvement and ongoing challenges in the field. He addresses misconceptions, the impact of technology on evidence authenticity, and the role of media…

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Episode 33: When Aliens Come to Tea - The Healing Power of Symbiotic Grief with Kriff Quasar 46:11

2M ago46:11

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Send us a text Join us for a special episode of Intergalactic Insider, "When Aliens Come to Tea," as we welcome Kriff Quasar, a Lumin botanist who has traversed galaxies to rebuild their family's lost ancestral seed collection after a cosmic tragedy. In this moving and thought-provoking conversation, we explore the profound Lumin concept of "symbio…

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FieldSound in the Field: AGU24 in Washington, D.C. with Sarah Doherty 4:23

2M ago4:23

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The UW College of the Environment connected with the global Earth and space science community and showcased the incredible work of our researchers, students and staff at the American Geophysical Union’s Annual Meeting 2024 (AGU24) in Washington, D.C., December 9-13, 2024. The annual gathering of more than 25,000 scientists from over 100 countries i…

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FieldSound in the Field: AGU24 in Washington, D.C. with Robert Wood 5:57

2M ago5:57

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The UW College of the Environment connected with the global Earth and space science community and showcased the incredible work of our researchers, students and staff at the American Geophysical Union’s Annual Meeting 2024 (AGU24) in Washington, D.C., December 9-13, 2024. The annual gathering of more than 25,000 scientists from over 100 countries i…

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S3 Special Episode: FieldSound in the Field at AGU24 in Washington, D.C. with Corey Garza 4:41

2M ago4:41

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The UW College of the Environment connected with the global Earth and space science community and showcased the incredible work of our researchers, students and staff at the American Geophysical Union’s Annual Meeting 2024 (AGU24) in Washington, D.C., December 9-13, 2024. The annual gathering of more than 25,000 scientists from over 100 countries i…

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Are Wormholes Possible? | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 26:12

2M ago26:12

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Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel? 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network ______________________ Episode Notes Wormholes, port…

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Special Episode: FieldSound in the Field at AGU24 in Washington, D.C. with Lisa Graumlich 14:13

2M ago14:13

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The UW College of the Environment connected with the global Earth and space science community and showcased the incredible work of our researchers, students and staff at the American Geophysical Union’s Annual Meeting 2024 (AGU24) in Washington, D.C., December 9-13, 2024. The annual gathering of more than 25,000 scientists from over 100 countries i…

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#18 Nick Searra - Alien Communication, Golden Record, Future Relics 1:15:06

2M ago1:15:06

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Use code coolworldspodcast at https://incogni.com/coolworldspodcast to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan. In this week's episode, David is joined by Nick Searra, Founder and Executive Directory of the Interstellar Foundation (https://www.interstellarfoundation.com/). The Interstellar Foundation is building updated versions of the Gold…

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The Outer Space Cultural Evolution Lab: Aoife Van Linden Tol on the Explosive Power of Art in Space Exploration 1:01:26

2M ago1:01:26

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We love to hear from you. Send us your thought, comments, suggestions, love letters Aoife Van Linden Tol Space Artist and Visionary Episode Summary: In this explosive episode of the Space Café Podcast, we delve into the fascinating intersection of art, space, and planetary healing with renowned space artist Aoife Van Linden Tol. Known for her bold …

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The Ocean's Genome 54:00

2M ago54:00

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After helping to sequence the human genome more than twenty years ago, biochemist Craig Venter seemed to recede from the public eye. But he hadn’t retired. He had gone to sea and taken his revolutionary sequencing tools with him. We chatted with him about his multi-year voyage aboard the research vessel Sorcerer II, its parallels to Darwin’s voyage…

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Breakdown Episode 32 - The Empathy Net Dilemma, Dark Energy's Secret, and Bob's Alien Airbnb Nightmare 15:28

2M ago15:28

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Send us a text Join us for another wild ride across the galaxy in Episode 32 of Intergalactic Insider! We delve into the ethical quandary of the Empathy Net – is deeper connection worth sacrificing your own emotions? 🤯 Xylo and Chip unravel a shocking connection between dark energy and the number 42, while Glargon Zorp faces his most terrifying cul…

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Night Flight 54:50

2M ago54:50

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Owls are both the most accessible and elusive of birds. Every child can recognize one, but you’ll be lucky to spot an owl in a tree, even if you’re looking straight at it. Besides their camouflage and silent flight, these mostly nocturnal birds, with their amazing vision and hearing, are most at home in the dead of night, a time humans find alien a…

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Episode 32 - Dark Energy, Galactic Grub, and the Ultimate Alien B&B Disaster 58:41

2M ago58:41

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Send us a text "Join Felix Andromeda on Intergalactic Insider Episode 32 as we delve into the universe's greatest mysteries and most hilarious mishaps. This fortnight, we're on the hunt for dark energy with Investigator Xylo and his AI companion Chip. Then, tantalize your taste buds with Glargon Zorp, the Intergalactic Foodie, as he samples the gal…

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Are Red Dwarf Star Systems Habitable? | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 34:15

2M ago34:15

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Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel? 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network ______________________ Episode Notes Red dwarf stars…

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The Accidental Astronaut—Chris Sembroski’s Unlikely Journey —and Why You May Be Next 1:34:22

2M ago1:34:22

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We love to hear from you. Send us your thought, comments, suggestions, love letters Guest: Chris "Hanks" Sembroski – Inspiration4 Astronaut, Engineer, and Space Enthusiast Episode Overview In this thrilling episode of the Space Cafe Podcast, host Markus Mooslechner speaks with Chris Sembroski, one of the civilian astronauts aboard SpaceX's Inspirat…

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Skeptic Check: Naomi Klein 55:32

2M ago55:32

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Our information age is increasingly the disinformation age. The spread of lies and conspiracy theories has created competing experiences of reality. Facts are often useless for changing minds or even making compelling arguments. In this episode, author Naomi Klein and science philosopher Lee McIntyre discuss why the goal – not simply the byproduct …

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Breakdown Episode 31: Unpacking the Mirror Dimension & Studio Chaos 14:12

2M ago14:12

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Send us a text Welcome to the Episode 31 Breakdown! Join us as we process the mind-bending events of our latest episode, from antique mirrors as interdimensional portals to that unexpected Wyvern attack in the studio! We'll share our behind-the-scenes reactions, discuss the implications of the AlienM constant (42), and dive deeper into the mysterie…

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Extraordinary Ordinary Objects* 54:00

3M ago54:00

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“To live is to count and to count is to calculate.” But before we plugged in the computer to express this ethos, we pulled out the pocket calculator. It became a monarch of mathematics that sparked a computing revolution. But it’s not the only deceptively modest innovation that changed how we work and live. Find out how sewing a scrap of fabric int…

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Episode 31: Vanishing Stars & Space Weasels: The Truth The Federation Won't Tell You 🤯 1:16:59

3M ago1:16:59

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Send us a text Hold onto your gravity boots, folks! This fortnight's episode of Intergalactic Insider is a cosmic rollercoaster that'll leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the universe. We're diving deep into the mystery of the vanishing star clusters, a phenomenon that has the Galactic Federation scrambling for answers (and…

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Spotlight on SETI ep 4: Chenoa Tremblay 24:20

3M ago24:20

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The SETI Institute’s search for alien biosignatures and technosignatures depends on radio telescopes. You may have seen the stunning photos of massive telescope arrays in the desert, but what types of alien signals might help researchers actually detect with those giant dishes? In this fourth episode, Brian Edwards talks with physicist Chenoa Tremb…

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The Voyaj Project: How a Young Moroccan Woman is Connecting Humanity through Space 1:04:00

3M ago1:04:00

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We love to hear from you. Send us your thought, comments, suggestions, love letters Guest: Yasmine El Baggari, social entrepreneur, cultural connector, and near-astronaut Episode Highlights: Yasmine El Baggari joins the Space Cafe Podcast to share her incredible journey of cultural exchange, space aspirations, and fostering global unity. A visionar…

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2024: Our Space Odyssey 54:00

3M ago54:00

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This year has been a spectacular one for celestial phenomena. The northern lights delighted in unexpected ways while a total solar eclipse cast a shadow across North America. Those events were enough to make it a memorable year, but 2024 also shook up our understanding of the universe. A new reading of Voyager 2 data may explain Uranus’s weird magn…

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Going Interstellar: Will Humanity Ever Reach for the Stars? | Stories From Space Podcast With Matthew S Williams 37:01

3M ago37:01

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Host | Matthew S Williams On ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams ______________________ This Episode’s Sponsors Are you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel? 👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network ______________________ Episode Notes The dream of in…

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