הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-Space Science (2025)

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Kosmos 482: The Soviet-era Venus probe that fell to Earth 52:29

4d ago52:29

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This week on Planetary Radio, we explore the decades-long journey of Kosmos 482, a Soviet-era Venus probe that spent 53 years orbiting Earth before its dramatic return on May 10, 2025. Ben Fernando, a postdoctoral researcher in seismology and planetary science at Johns Hopkins University, joins us to explain the history of Kosmos 482 and how seismo…

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Are There Green Stars? 12:33

6d ago12:33

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Are there green stars? In this episode, we explore a question that sounds simple—but has a surprising answer. Learn how star colors are linked to temperature, why we see some stars as red, blue, or yellow, and why green stars don’t appear green to us—even when they do emit green light! We also talk about visible light, wavelengths, how our eyes int…

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What Would Happen if You Left the Universe? 14:00

9d ago14:00

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What might happen if you left the universe? In this episode, we explore the mysteries of cosmology, from the limits of the observable universe to the mind-bending idea of multiverses. We break down concepts like space, time, dark energy, and Max Tegmark’s levels of parallel universes—while reminding ourselves that some of these are still just ideas…

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TOI-270 d: Unveiling the secrets of a sub-Neptune 59:30

11d ago59:30

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TOI-270 d is revealing secrets about the most common type of planet in our galaxy, sub-Neptunes. Sarah Al-Ahmed is joined by planetary geochemist Chris Glein from the Southwest Research Insitute to discuss his team’s new analysis of its atmosphere, using data from JWST and insights from Earth analogs. Then, The Planetary Society’s Director of Gover…

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Is There Water on the Sun? 8:13

12d ago8:13

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Is there water on the Sun? It might sound impossible, but the answer is yes—in a way! In this episode, we dive into the science of the Sun to find out how water vapor can exist in its cooler regions called sunspots. Along the way, we explore the states of matter, learn what plasma is, and discover how scientists use a tool called spectroscopy—kind …

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Why Do Stars Let Off Light? 11:13

14d ago11:13

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Have your folks send your questions to [email protected] 🚀 Please consider leaving a rating and review. It helps the podcast reach the ears of more science-loving kids and their families!על ידי Arwen Hubbard

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Space Policy Edition: How NASA remembers—and forgets 1:18:43

16d ago1:18:43

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No one person knows how to build a spaceship. Dr. Janet Vertesi has seen this firsthand. She’s spent years embedded in NASA science teams, not as a participant, but as an observer. She’s a sociologist who studies the team dynamics of NASA missions. She is alarmed at the prospect of indiscriminate firings at the agency, and at the potential loss of …

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From backyard telescopes to global reach: AstroKobi and the power of short-form space videos 59:28

18d ago59:28

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How does someone go from stargazing in a rural Australian backyard to inspiring millions around the world about space science? This week, Sarah Al-Ahmed sits down with Kobi Brown, better known as AstroKobi, to explore how his passion for the Cosmos and a knack for short-form storytelling launched his science communication career. They discuss the e…

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Celebrating 45 years of The Planetary Society at the Cosmic Shores Gala 59:56

25d ago59:56

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Join us aboard the historic RMS Queen Mary for a celebration of The Planetary Society’s 45th anniversary. In this special episode of Planetary Radio, we bring you highlights from our Cosmic Shores Gala, where members, scientists, space advocates, and special guests came together to honor the past and look boldly to the future. You’ll hear from CEO …

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Passback budget breakdown: A 47% cut to NASA science 59:51

1M ago59:51

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NASA’s science programs are facing the largest proposed budget cut in more than 40 years. This staggering 47%reduction could cancel missions, waste billions in U.S. taxpayer investments, and unravel decades of discovery. In this episode of Planetary Radio, host Sarah Al-Ahmed is joined by Casey Dreier, The Planetary Society’s Chief of Space Policy,…

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Why is Mars red? A new clue to the history of habitability in Martian dust 54:56

1M ago54:56

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For decades, scientists hypothesized that Mars’ reddish color came from hematite, an iron oxide thought to have formed through dry oxidation after Mars lost its water. But new research suggests the story is more complex—and more watery—than we once imagined. In this episode, planetary scientist Adomas (Adam) Valantinas from Brown University joins h…

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Space Policy Edition: Lies, Damned Lies, and Space Data 1:09:34

1M ago1:09:34

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The space sector is data-rich but insight-poor. Jack Kuhr, head of research at Payload Space, joins the show to unpack how business, budgeting, and performance data—not spacecraft science—can shape investments, drive growth, and influence policy. Is there a data crisis in the space industry? What gets measured, what gets missed, and how does that s…

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Live from Washington, D.C.: The future of space politics 1:13:53

2M ago1:13:53

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Join Sarah Al-Ahmed and Casey Dreier for a special live recording of Planetary Radio at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center in Washington, D.C., immediately following The Planetary Society’s Day of Action. In this episode, we explore the complex geopolitical landscape NASA faces as it works toward returning humans to the Moon and explorin…

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The Other Moonshot: The untold stories of Apollo’s Black engineers in Los Angeles 58:55

2M ago58:55

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The Apollo program put humans on the Moon, but behind that historic achievement were engineers whose stories have gone largely untold. In this episode, “LA Made: The Other Moonshot” host Joanne Higgins joins Planetary Radio to share the powerful history of Charlie Cheatham, Nate LeVert, and Shelby Jacobs, three Black engineers in Los Angeles who he…

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The Mars Innovation Workshop 59:39

2M ago59:39

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We take you inside the Mars Innovation Workshop, hosted at the SETI Institute’s headquarters and produced by Explore Mars. Planetary Society Senior Communications Advisor Mat Kaplan shares highlights from the event, exploring how cross-disciplinary collaboration is shaping the future of Mars exploration and creating solutions for challenges here on…

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Can There Be Negative Gravity? 7:51

2M ago7:51

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Have your folks send your questions to [email protected] 🚀 Please consider leaving a rating and review. It helps the podcast reach the ears of more science-loving kids and their families!על ידי Arwen Hubbard

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An extinction-level event for NASA science 1:07:29

2M ago1:07:29

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NASA's science missions have transformed our understanding of the Universe, from breathtaking images of deep space to robotic explorers on Mars. But now, a reported 50% cut to NASA's science budget threatens to shut down missions, halt discoveries, and devastate the future of space exploration. This week, Casey Dreier and Jack Kiraly from The Plane…

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What Are Rings? And Why Is Uranus Tipped Over? 12:46

2M ago12:46

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Have your folks send your questions to [email protected] 🚀 Please consider leaving a rating and review. It helps the podcast reach the ears of more science-loving kids and their families!על ידי Arwen Hubbard

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What Is Space Made Of? 8:16

2M ago8:16

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Have your folks send your questions to [email protected] 🚀 Please consider leaving a rating and review. It helps the podcast reach the ears of more science-loving kids and their families!על ידי Arwen Hubbard

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What Are the Jets That Come Out of Black Holes? 14:28

2M ago14:28

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Have your folks send your questions to [email protected] 🚀 Please consider leaving a rating and review. It helps the podcast reach the ears of more science-loving kids and their families!על ידי Arwen Hubbard

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Space Policy Edition: Locke, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness (in space) 1:17:34

2M ago1:17:34

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Philosopher Rebecca Lowe joins us to explore how the ideas of classical liberalism can provide fresh insight into humanity’s activities in space. Our conversation explores the philosophical tensions between individual freedom and societal good, the instrumental and intrinsic value of space activities, and the uniquely accessible nature of space sci…

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Breaking down Bennu: OSIRIS-REx finds life’s building blocks in asteroid sample 58:41

2M ago58:41

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NASA’s OSIRIS-REx mission has returned pristine samples from asteroid Bennu to Earth, and the early results are remarkable. Sample analysts have confirmed the presence of abundant organic compounds, nitrogen-rich material, and evidence of past liquid water, all key ingredients that could help us understand the role asteroids played in delivering th…

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Genesis: The sample return mission that fell to Earth and still succeeded 1:01:13

3M ago1:01:13

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Twenty years ago, NASA’s Genesis spacecraft returned to Earth carrying precious samples of the solar wind, only to crash-land in the Utah desert. But that wasn’t the end of the mission. Amy Jurewicz, Assistant Research Professor Emeritus at Arizona State University and former project scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory for the Genesis tea…

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Astronaut Hayley shares her brave adventure 59:24

3M ago59:24

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From IV drips to rocket ships, Hayley Arceneaux has been on a journey. She joins Planetary Radio to discuss her memoir “Wild Ride” and her newly released kid's book “Astronaut Hayley's Brave Adventure,” which tell the story of how her experiences with childhood cancer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital set the stage for her journey to space a…

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Near-Earth Asteroid 2024 YR4 and NASA under a new administration 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

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The internet is buzzing about Asteroid 2024 YR4, currently ranked as the highest-threat asteroid in our skies. But is it really cause for concern? Our Public Education Specialist, Kate Howells, breaks down the facts. Then, we shift from potential impacts to stunning space imagery as Finn Burridge from the Royal Observatory Greenwich shares how astr…

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Space Policy Edition: Mars Sample Return, but at what (fixed) price? 1:20:22

3M ago1:20:22

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Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck joins the show to unpack his company’s bold, $4-billion fixed-price plan to bring Martian samples home, why he believes commercial partnerships can unlock new frontiers in planetary science, and his “soft spot” for interplanetary exploration. Then, Richard French — former JPL engineer and now VP of Business & Strategy at R…

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Kiss-and-capture: The dance of Pluto and Charon 59:55

3M ago59:55

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How did Pluto meet its largest moon, Charon? Many have speculated that Charon formed in an impact, but traditional models of planetary formation have struggled to explain many of the quirks of this system. This week, Adeene Denton, a research scientist at the University of Arizona, shares her team's new paper that suggests a "kiss-and-capture" may …

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S2E16 The Survivor (Part 2) 40:57

3M ago40:57

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Science Fiction Audio Drama. SEASON 2 FINALE. For Dr. Ivo Haunt, death is only the beginning... ***CONTENT WARNING - contains distressing scenes.*** Cast: David Tremain, Ellen Hillman, Liz Campbell, Dan Proctor, Elli Brooks, Matthew Lacey, Katriona King, Camilla Draycott, Sarah Hodgson, Nick Hucker, Sarah Moriarty Written and Produced by Dan Procto…

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The Edward Stone Voyager Exploration Trail 57:23

4M ago57:23

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This week on Planetary Radio, we celebrate the enduring legacy of Ed Stone, the longtime project scientist for NASA’s Voyager mission and former director of JPL. Mat Kaplan, senior communications advisor at The Planetary Society, takes us to the unveiling of the Dr. Edward Stone Voyager Exploration Trail at JPL, where we hear from past and present …

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Does It Fly? Putting science in entertainment to the test 56:52

4M ago56:52

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This week, we discuss how to examine the science behind our favorite TV shows and movies with the co-hosts of the "Does It Fly?" podcast, Hakeem Oluseyi and Tamara Krinsky. Produced by Roddenberry Entertainment, "Does It Fly?" takes an expert approach to breaking down the science of popular media, from lightsabers to Dune's stillsuits. Hakeem bring…

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