Podcasts about asteroids

Asteroid Belt and Meteorite Origins (Solar System Formation 2.  Greg Brennecka discusses the origins of objects falling to Earth, explaining that the asteroid belt's location is determined by the movement of large planets like Jupiter and Saturn, whose gravitational interactions swept material into specific resonance zones. Cosmochemists can link meteorites back to parent bodies such as Vesta by matching spectral data from probes to laboratory samples, and pieces of Mars also land on Earth, kicked off by space impacts and definitively identified by matching trapped gases to the known Martian atmosphere. Brennecka notes that the massive impact that formed the Moon likely caused the entire Earth to flash-melt, suggesting that if life existed before that event, it would have been extinguished by the heat. 1958

One of the biggest debates in the dinosaur world is what was happening right before they went extinct. Were they already declining, or would they have thrived if not for the asteroid? Two recent studies shed some light on this question: one that analyzes a trove of fossils from New Mexico and suggests there was more diversity in the Americas than previously thought, and another that reanalyzes a long-debated juvenile T. rex fossil and finds it's likely a separate, smaller species.Host Ira Flatow is joined by authors on those separate studies, paleontologists Steve Brusatte and Lindsay Zanno.Guests: Dr. Lindsay Zanno is division head of paleontology at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh, NC.Dr. Steve Brusatte is a paleontologist at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

Sponsor Details:This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of NordVPN...our official VPN partners. For a special Space Nuts deal which includes huge discounts and 4 extra months for free, visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts or use the code SPACENUTS at checkout. Stay safe online and away from prying eyes...use NordVPN!Meteorite Myths, Fireballs, and the Enigmatic 3I AtlasIn this thrilling episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into a variety of fascinating cosmic topics, from the truth behind a supposed meteorite impact on a car to the latest developments surrounding the comet 3I Atlas. This episode is packed with intriguing insights and lively discussions that will leave you pondering the mysteries of the universe.Episode Highlights:- Meteorite or Not? Andrew and Jonti examine a peculiar incident involving a car in South Australia that was thought to have been struck by a meteorite. They explore the evidence, including an impressive impact crater on the windscreen, and discuss the likelihood that it was merely debris from a passing truck instead.- Daylight Fireball: The hosts report on a recent fireball sighting over southeastern Australia that captivated witnesses in broad daylight. They analyze the characteristics of this event and the implications it might have for potential meteorite recovery.- Updates on 3I Atlas: The episode features an update on the comet 3I Atlas, which recently passed perihelion. Andrew and Jonti discuss its unusual behavior, including rapid brightening and the theories behind its activity as it travels through the solar system.- Supermassive Black Holes in Tiny Galaxies: The discovery of a supermassive black hole in the ultra-faint dwarf galaxy Segue One raises intriguing questions about galaxy formation and evolution. The hosts delve into the implications of this finding and what it reveals about the nature of dark matter and galaxy interactions.- Life After Asteroid Impacts: A fascinating study from Finland sheds light on how life can rebound after an asteroid impact. The research team investigates the timeline of microbial recolonization in a crater formed 78 million years ago, revealing insights into the resilience of life on Earth.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

On a recent clear night my Catalina Sky Survey teammate Hannes Groller was asteroid hunting with the Steward Observatory 90 inch Bok telescope on Kitt Peak, Arizona when he discovered 8 natural visitors to our neighborhood. Telescopes around the world began to track and determine the natures these asteroids. Six of Hannes's discoveries are classified as Near Earth Objects while the other two are more distant Mars crossing asteroids

From lunar regolith to metal-rich asteroids, this episode examines how off-world resources could spark the largest economic boom in human history — and what the fuel, transport, and political math actually looks like.Checkout Rifftrax https://go.nebula.tv/scav?ref=isaacarthurWatch my exclusive video The Fermi Paradox - Civilization Extinction Cycles: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-the-fermi-paradox-civilization-extinction-cyclesGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:The Space Mining Boom - How Resources Will Shape the Future EconomyWritten, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurEditor: Keith OxenriderGraphics: Udo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty Images Music Courtesy of Chris Zabriskie, Stellardrone & Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From lunar regolith to metal-rich asteroids, this episode examines how off-world resources could spark the largest economic boom in human history — and what the fuel, transport, and political math actually looks like.Checkout Rifftrax https://go.nebula.tv/scav?ref=isaacarthurWatch my exclusive video The Fermi Paradox - Civilization Extinction Cycles: https://nebula.tv/videos/isaacarthur-the-fermi-paradox-civilization-extinction-cyclesGet Nebula using my link for 40% off an annual subscription: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurVisit our Website: http://www.isaacarthur.netJoin Nebula: https://go.nebula.tv/isaacarthurSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/IsaacArthurSupport us on Subscribestar: https://www.subscribestar.com/isaac-arthurFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1583992725237264/Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IsaacArthur/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Isaac_A_Arthur on Twitter and RT our future content.SFIA Discord Server: https://discord.gg/53GAShECredits:The Space Mining Boom - How Resources Will Shape the Future EconomyWritten, Produced & Narrated by: Isaac ArthurEditor: Keith OxenriderGraphics: Udo SchroeterSelect imagery/video supplied by Getty Images Music Courtesy of Chris Zabriskie, Stellardrone & Epidemic Sound http://epidemicsound.com/creatorSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hosted by Chris Beckett & Shane Ludtke, two amateur astronomers in Saskatchewan. actualastronomy@gmail.com Episode 507. 1st - Carbon Star V Air best tonight 2nd - Saturn Neptune and Moon congregate in evening sky 4th - Two Shadows on Jupiter IO and Euorpa after 10pm here for us so that's midnight EST. 5th - Full Moon (closest moon of the year) Asteroid Victoria at opposition. Asteroid "12 Victoria" is a large S-type (stony) asteroid in the main asteroid belt, discovered in 1850 by J.R. Hind. It orbits between Mars and Jupiter, recently, a meteor event occurred over Victoria, Australia, in August 2025, which created a sonic boom and was large enough for fragments to potentially have landed on the ground.  5th & 6th - Moon Near Pleiades NGC's 253 & 288 well placed tonight 7th - Cleomedes Sunset Rays visible on Moon 9th  - Carbon Star VX And Best tonight 10th - Jupiter 4-degrees S of Moon 11th - asteroid 471 Papagena at opposition  471 Papagena is an asteroid that was discovered by German astronomer Max Wolf on 7 June 1901 12th - N Taurid Meteors ZHR=5 The Northern Taurid meteor shower, active from roughly October 20 to December 10, peaks around November 12. It is known for producing bright, slow-moving fireballs that are easy to spot with the naked eye. The shower is caused by Earth passing through debris from Comet Encke  14th - Zodiacal Light becomes visible this month 17th - Leonid Meteors this morning The Leonid meteor shower is an annual event that peaks around November 17th, when Earth passes through debris left by Comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle. These fast, bright meteors appear to originate from the constellation Leo, which is how they got their name. Under normal conditions, you might see 10 to 15 meteors per hour, but every 33 year,.... 19th - Carbon star WZ Can best tonight 20th - Gegenshein Visible 68 Leto M=9.9 at opposition. It is a large main belt asteroid that is orbiting the Sun. The asteroid was discovered by German astronomer Robert Luther on April 29, 1861, and is named after Leto, the mother of Apollo and Artemis in Greek mythology. It orbits at a distance of 2.78112 AU over 4.64 years and has an orbital eccentricity of 0.187. The orbital plane is inclined at an angle of 7.97° to the ecliptic.68 Leto is a large main belt asteroid that is orbiting the Sun. The asteroid was discovered by German astronomer Robert Luther on April 29, 1861, and is named after Leto the mother of Apollo and Artemis. It orbits at a distance of 2.78112 AU over 4.64 years. Two Moon shadows on Jupiter Carbon star TX Psc best tonight 21st - Uranus at Opposition 23rd - Mercury and Venus Pair in morning sky 24th - Saturn Ring tilt -0.37 27th - Lunar X Alphonsus Sunrise Ray visible on Moon 28th - Lunar Straight wall visible this evening 29th - Saturn, Neptune and Moon congregate in evening sky   2 bright comets R2 Lemmon and A6 Swan -    Concluding Message: Please subscribe and share the show with other stargazers you know and send us show ideas, observations and questions to actualastronomy@gmail.com   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

This week in the world we live in and life in general w/ host Jon Justice - Listener feedbackSUPPORT JON JUSTICE THRU KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/jonjusticeOR YOU CAN SUPPORT JON JUSTICE BY PICKING UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, THE SCIENCE FICTION SERIES WRITTEN BY JON JUSTICEAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 1990'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZY50'S DEPECHE MODEhttps://youtu.be/Vt69FeFz-ko?si=xmqmYcxCZa4q9P_GLatest drink and chat with Rob Rohm https://youtu.be/rXs7iZX1tfUEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon JusticeJoin the mailing list! TalkShowNerd@gmail.com

Scientists debate if we should blow up the "city-killer" sized asteroid that has a small chance of crashing into the moon. NASA Scientists Consider Blowing Up "City-Killer" Asteroid Headed for the Moon Brought to you by Express VPN - find out how you can get up to four extra months at ⁠www.ExpressVPN.com/COOL⁠ Contact the show - coolstuffdailypodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The moon cycle from new moon through full moon and back to new moon again was used by many nations to regulate their activities and forms the basis of the Islamic lunar calendar. A calendar based on the first visibility of the lunar crescent is difficult to predict in advance since this observation depends on the clarity of the atmosphere and other local conditions. The interesting observational problem of when it is possible to spot the new moon has been analyzed in the scientific literature as an aid to historians who are seeking to interpret the writings of ancient civilizations.

Some things discussed in this episode… are not exactly what they seem. But listen — when you hit record during spooky season, you gotta expect a few plot twists.This week Joyhdae and Ryan are back catching up on everything we missed — from a mysterious daylight robbery, to pastors counting pockets, extra moons, escaped monkeys, and one too many conspiracy theories that might actually make sense. We're talking: Church tithes gone wild Mississippi monkeys on the move NASA's “second moon” that nobody asked for Gucci Mane's mental health breakthrough Trump vs. dementia (allegedly) No Limit vs. Cash Money — who y'all got?…plus a few jokes that'll have you clutching your pearls AND your therapy crystals.Somewhere between chaos and clarity — that's where Virgo Season lives. Listen. Laugh. Comment. Repeat.If you laughed once, you owe us a like. If you laughed twice, go ahead and hit that Subscribe button and turn on the bell so you don't miss what's next.Connect With Us:• Email: Virgoseasonshow@gmail.com• Website: Virgoseasonshow.com• YouTube, TikTok & Instagram: @VirgoSeasonShow• Ryan: @OhBlackRyan• Joyhdae: @Joyhdae----CHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:05 An Apology & Vibe Check08:53 Real Life Nightmares: The Haunted Doll13:58 Brazen Heist at the Louvre18:37 Earth's Second Moon?22:20 Controversial Church Fundraiser30:10 Monkeys on the Loose in Mississippi33:40 Trump's Cognitive Test39:57 Gucci Mane Opens Up About Mental Health44:18 No Limit vs. Cash Money: A New Orleans Showdown49:42 Kalani's Homage Remix EP54:59 Dad vs Auntie Jokes59:31 Find Us On All The Things!01:01:12 One More For The Road...01:01:40 Outro

3i Atlas | Is It Real Aliens or Just a Comet/Asteroid? :  Char Takes Calls - CharVision Podcast - 323-524-2599 We're diving into the cosmic mystery of 3I/ATLAS — the latest interstellar object to pass through our solar system. Is it a piece of alien technology… or just a strange rock from deep space? Char will explore the possibilities, take your calls, and discuss what 3I/ATLAS might mean for our understanding of life beyond Earth. Don't miss this fascinating journey into the unknown!LIVE episode of CharVision! Watch right here on Facebook starting at 9PM EST/ 6PM PST. The show is also available on the Char Margolis Instagram page or YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@charcom?si=W4mK70t1_8LJox_a #podcast #live #show #psychic #psychicmedium #pastlives #char #charvisionCall Now at 323-524-2599Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CharMargoliswww.char.net  Char Margolis  Twitter- @psychicmedmchar  instagram.com/CharMargolis  For more information on Char visit www.Char.net  www.fb.com/IntuitiveMediumCharMargolis  @psychicMedmCharBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/charvision--3561393/support.

Originally Recorded September 26th, 2025About Professor Walter Block: https://www.loyno.edu/academics/faculty-and-staff-directory/walter-blockCheck out Walter Block's book, co-authored with Peter Lothian Nelson, titled Space Capitalism: How Humans Will Colonize Planets, Moons, and Asteroids: https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-74651-7 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit musicallyspeaking.substack.com

Dr. Al Grauer hosts. Dr. Albert D. Grauer ( @Nmcanopus ) is an observational asteroid hunting astronomer. Dr. Grauer retired from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2006. travelersinthenight.org From July 2025. Today's 2 topics: - When Asteroid hunters discover a new object it is given a score ranging from 0 which means it is likely to be a distant main belt asteroid up to 100 which means that it is likely to come near to us. Each newly discovered asteroid which receives a score of 65 or greater is posted on the Minor Planet Center's Near Earth Object Confirmation Page so that telescopes around the world can track it to estimate it's size as well as to refine our knowledge of it's orbit around the Sun.   - The energy required to lift water, food, and construction materials from the Earth's surface is very expensive. Asteroids come relatively close to Earth and could provide space colonists with metals, carbon, water, and the other important ingredients of modern life. Most space rocks like most terrestrial rocks may be pretty and interesting but they are not a practical source of the materials humans use and need.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Taurid Resonance Swarm Alert: A new study highlights the potential threat posed by the Taurid Resonance Swarm, a dense cluster of celestial bodies within an annual meteor shower. Researchers emphasize the need for enhanced monitoring and planetary defense strategies, particularly during key years in 2032 and 2036 for targeted observations.China's Tiangong Space Station Milestone: China successfully launched its 10th crew to the Tiangong Space Station with the Shenzhou 21 mission. This mission features the youngest astronaut sent to space by China and includes 27 scientific experiments, including vital biological research on rodent mammals in microgravity.Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Test: Blue Origin completed a significant static fire test of its New Glenn rocket, preparing for its inaugural flight carrying NASA's Escapade mission to Mars. The mission aims to study Mars' magnetosphere and features a humorously named booster, "Never tell me the odds."Radical Mundanity and the Fermi Paradox: A new theory proposes the Radical Mundanity principle as a potential answer to the Fermi paradox. It suggests that technological civilizations may not progress to super-advanced states, leading to quieter, less detectable technosignatures than previously assumed.ESA's Space Safety Initiative: The European Space Agency is expanding its space safety program to address natural and man-made hazards. Key missions include Vigil for solar storm warnings, HERA for asteroid impact studies, and a focus on active debris cleanup with a zero debris approach for future satellites.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna and Avery signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and exploring the wonders of our universe.✍️ Episode ReferencesTaurid Resonance Swarm Study[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)China's Tiangong Space Station Mission[China National Space Administration](http://www.cnsa.gov.cn/)Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Test[Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.com/)Radical Mundanity Theory[Nature Astronomy](https://www.nature.com/natastronomy/)ESA's Space Safety Program[European Space Agency](https://www.esa.int/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Sponsor Details:Ensure your online privacy by using NordVPN. To get our special listener deal and save a lot of money, visit www.bitesz.com/nordvpn. You'll be glad you did!Become a supporter of Astronomy Daily by joining our Supporters Club. Commercial free episodes daily are only a click way... Click Here

Send us a textIn this show, the boys discuss whether the recently spotted 3I/ATLAS interstellar asteroid, is indeed just an asteroid, or something else entirely?Could it be something other than an asteroid, after it behaved strangely and did not exhibit the same attributes as other asteroids? Could it be an intelligent probe from a distant, advanced alien race?Links used during the show-https://youtu.be/ExzqklYYm6ABut what do you think?What are your thoughts on this subject? Do you agree or disagree? And are there other things you feel they should have covered?Tune in and listen to the discussion; please share your feedback with us.Although we greatly prefer effusive praise

Scientists are using many approaches to understanding the nature and history of 3I/Atlas the third known interstellar traveler in the night. At a hyperbolic velocity of 130,000 mph it is the fastest interstellar visitor ever measured.

Join host Dr. Franck Marchis and guest Dr. Andy Rivkin (Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory) for a discussion on asteroid 2024 YR4 and its potential impact on the Moon. Thanks to new observations with the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scientists have refined the asteroid's orbit and determined there is about a 4% chance it could strike the Moon in December 2032. While there is no risk to Earth, a lunar impact could create a crater nearly a kilometer wide and send debris into space—possibly affecting satellites or even producing a visible meteor shower. In this episode, we'll explore how JWST contributed to narrowing the odds, what such an impact would mean for lunar science, and how planetary defense research helps us better understand and prepare for near-Earth objects. NASA Blog: https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/planetary-defense/2025/06/05/nasas-webb-observations-update-asteroid-2024-yr4s-lunar-impact-odds/ (Recorded live 25 September 2025.)

What happened to the Lunar Gateway project? Is China catching up to NASA in space? Will Vera Rubin find new Earth-threatening asteroids? And in Q&A+, which missions can we expect from the Canadian Space Agency?Watch the video here (with no ads) or on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5ptQJR8LJWc

Darkness Radio presents Supernatural News/Parashare: Spooky Halloween 2025 Edition w/ Jessica Freeburg ! This Week, As we get set this week to collect as much candy as possible under a very thin veil... we may be under attack from every corner of the Supernatural World! Comets, Asteroid, Satellites, and rocks are falling out of space at us... Aliens may have been observing our Cold War nuclear tests. A well loved Asylum that is popular with Ghost Hunters is about to be turned into a data center, and we talk all kinds of ghost stories and near death experiences this week as well! Here is that article Tim promised about the history of the haunted house:  https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/391476/from-page-to-screen-a-brief-history-of-the-haunted-house# Order the four new books from Jessica here:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ and check out Jess on Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicafreeburgwrites Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis #paranormal #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis  #jessicafreeburg #paranormalauthor #supernaturalnews #parashare #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #supernaturalsex #deliverances #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters  #Psychics  #tarot #ouija  #Aliens  #UFO #UAP #Extraterrestrials #alienhumanhybrid #alienabduction #alienimplant #Alienspaceships  #disclosure #shadowpeople #AATIP #DIA #Cryptids #Cryptozoology #bigfoot #sasquatch #yeti  #abominablesnowman #ogopogo #lochnessmonster #chupacabra #beastofbrayroad #mothman  #artificialintelligence #AI  #NASA  #CIA #FBI #conspiracytheory #neardeatheexperience 

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This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- David Fincher had a movie idea?- The Ben Solo movie was green lit before it was cancelled?- Listener emails SUPPORT JON JUSTICE: https://ko-fi.com/jonjusticeOr PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

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Darkness Radio presents Supernatural News/Parashare: Spooky Halloween 2025 Edition w/ Jessica Freeburg ! This Week, As we get set this week to collect as much candy as possible under a very thin veil... we may be under attack from every corner of the Supernatural World! Comets, Asteroid, Satellites, and rocks are falling out of space at us... Aliens may have been observing our Cold War nuclear tests. A well loved Asylum that is popular with Ghost Hunters is about to be turned into a data center, and we talk all kinds of ghost stories and near death experiences this week as well! Here is that article Tim promised about the history of the haunted house:  https://www.unexplained-mysteries.com/news/391476/from-page-to-screen-a-brief-history-of-the-haunted-house# Order the four new books from Jessica here:  https://jessicafreeburg.com/books/ and check out Jess on Tik Tok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@jessicafreeburgwrites Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps! and subscribe to the Darkness Radio You Tube page:  https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis #paranormal #supernatural #paranormalpodcasts #darknessradio #timdennis  #jessicafreeburg #paranormalauthor #supernaturalnews #parashare #ghosts #spirits #hauntings #hauntedhouses #haunteddolls #demons #supernaturalsex #deliverances #exorcisms #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunters  #Psychics  #tarot #ouija  #Aliens  #UFO #UAP #Extraterrestrials #alienhumanhybrid #alienabduction #alienimplant #Alienspaceships  #disclosure #shadowpeople #AATIP #DIA #Cryptids #Cryptozoology #bigfoot #sasquatch #yeti  #abominablesnowman #ogopogo #lochnessmonster #chupacabra #beastofbrayroad #mothman  #artificialintelligence #AI  #NASA  #CIA #FBI #conspiracytheory #neardeatheexperience 

This week in the world we live in and life in general w/ host Jon Justice - M film released in theaters - Further commentary on Live Memento Mori Concert video and live album + Unreleased songs - Listener feedbackSUPPORT JON JUSTICE THRU KO-FI: https://ko-fi.com/jonjusticeOR YOU CAN SUPPORT JON JUSTICE BY PICKING UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, THE SCIENCE FICTION SERIES WRITTEN BY JON JUSTICEAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 1990'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZY50'S DEPECHE MODEhttps://youtu.be/Vt69FeFz-ko?si=xmqmYcxCZa4q9P_GLatest drink and chat with Rob Rohm https://youtu.be/rXs7iZX1tfUEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

(00:00:00) Near Miss and Cosmic Spectacles: Asteroids, Comets, and Space Junk in Earth's Orbit (00:00:46) Planet Earth experiences as asteroid near miss (00:02:58) Two green comets lighting up the night skies (00:07:31) Chinese space junk smashes into Western Australia (00:09:09) The Science Report (00:12:07) Skeptics guide to the magic healing Biomet (00:15:15) Show Wrap-up In this episode of SpaceTime, we dive into a series of astonishing astronomical events that recently unfolded, including a near-miss asteroid and mesmerizing comets lighting up our night skies.Asteroid 2025 TF: A Close EncounterAn undetected asteroid, now designated 2025 TF, made a startling pass just 428 kilometers above Earth, equivalent to the altitude of the International Space Station. Detected by astronomers from Kitt Peak National Observatory six hours post-approach, this 3-meter space rock serves as a reminder of the many near misses that may go unnoticed. This episode discusses the implications of such encounters and the ongoing efforts to enhance planetary defense against potential threats.Green Comets Illuminate the Night SkySkywatchers have been treated to the rare sight of two vibrant green comets, C 2025 R2 Swann and C 2025 A6 Lemon, both originating from the Oort Cloud. As they approach the sun, these comets are heating up and releasing gases, creating their characteristic tails. This segment explores their trajectories, visibility, and the exciting opportunity they present for amateur astronomers, particularly as they coincide with the annual Orionid meteor shower.Chinese Space Junk Crash in AustraliaIn a dramatic turn of events, debris from the Chinese Jielong 3 rocket has been discovered smoldering in Western Australia's outback. This segment details the recovery of the wreckage and the ongoing investigation by the Australian Space Agency. The incident raises concerns over space debris management, especially in light of previous accidents involving Chinese spacecraft.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesAstronomy and Astrophysicshttps://www.aanda.org/Geophysical Research Lettershttps://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/19448007Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.Asteroid 2025 TF: A Close EncounterGreen Comets Illuminate the Night SkyChinese Space Junk Crash in Australia

Finding a meteorite that has traveled billions of miles through space to reach it's present location is exciting. It might even be worth real money.

Entdeckerin der Dunklen Materie gesucht! Unterstützt den "Weißt du's schon?" Podcast mit einem Supporter:innen-Abo und bekommt Zugriff auf mehr als 250 Hörrätsel und jede Menge Bonusinhalte. https://weisstdusschon.de Feedback, Fragen, Rätselwünsche? Schickt mir eine Nachricht für den Podcast: https://weisstdusschon.de/nachricht oder eine Email an christian@weisstdusschon.de ------ Das Rätsel zum Mitlesen ------ Berühmtheiten - Sternenforscherin Die Berühmtheit, die wir suchen, war als kleines Mädchen fasziniert vom Nachthimmel. So sehr, dass sie Mitglied in einem Astronomie-Klub wurde und gemeinsam mit anderen Kindern den Nachthimmel erforschte. Mit einem selbstgebauten Teleskop aus einer Linse und einer Papprolle. Später studierte unsere Berühmtheit Astronomie und Physik untersuchte ferne Galaxien. Galaxien sind übrigens riesige Sternensystem im Weltall, die aus Milliarden von Sternen bzw. Sonnensystemen bestehen. Als unsere Berühmtheit mit ihrer Forschung begann, war es ihr nicht erlaubt, besondere Geräte in Observatorien zu benutzen. Und das nur, weil sie eine Frau war. Sie musste für ihre Forschungsarbeit sehr hart kämpfen. Eines Tages machte die Sternenforscherin eine faszinierende Entdeckung. Und zwar, dass es im Weltall etwas gibt, das zwar Anziehungskraft hat, aber komplett unsichtbar ist. Man nennt das geheimnisvolle Etwas Dunkle Materie und die gibt der Wissenschaft bis heute Rätsel auf. Dunkle Materie ist alles im Universum, das Gewicht bzw. Masse hat aber kein Licht abgibt oder es zurückstrahlt. Es ist da - also Materie, aber unsichtbar - also dunkel. Für ihre Arbeit gewann die gesuchte Berühmtheit viele Preise und es wurden sogar ein Obsvervatorium (das ist ein Ort, an dem man Sterne beobachten kann), ein Satelit, ein Asteroid und ein Gebiet auf dem Mars nach ihr benannt. Außerdem unterstützte sie andere Forscherinnen und sorgte dafür, dass Frauen in wissenschaftlichen Berufen heute mehr Möglichkeiten haben. Und? Weißt du's schon? Welche berühmte Sternenforscherin suchen wir? Ich sag's dir! Es ist: Die US-amerikanische Astronomin Vera Florence Cooper Rubin

Thanks to a robust design with redundant systems, NASA's Psyche spacecraft remains on track for an on-time arrival in August 2029 at its target asteroid.

Why did the dinosaurs go extinct? We've all heard the theory about the asteroid that hit the Earth and destroyed the Dinos. But what if it was a myth we truly believed in? A new theory claims that dinosaurs would be wiped from Earth even without an asteroid. Let's take a look at these 27 roarsome facts about dinosaurs... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Microcosmos Records is happy to announce Voice Of The Soul by Aksemetrix. Aksemetrix is the musical project of Yuri Aksenov (Tyumen, Russia). With ten releases to his name spanning ambient, downtempo, psy-chill, and progressive, Yuri crafts his sound using both analog and digital synthesis, guitar, and harmonica. Voice Of The Soul represents a harmonious fusion of cosmic ambient, lo-fi, and blues-infused guitar. It is full of experiments with unconventional rhythms, and field recordings capturing conversations and sounds of nature. Ethereal synth textures create a dreamy, translucent atmosphere. Meticulously crafted arrangements seamlessly blend warm bass lines, intricate arpeggios, acoustic guitar, and harmonica. The music of the album takes the listener away from the mundane into realms of beautiful, fantastical imagery. Put on Voice Of The Soul and immerse yourself in a slightly sentimental, carefree lounge ambiance created by Aksemetrix and Microcosmos Records.

Discovery of a Dangerous Half-Mile Asteroid Near the Sun. Bob Zimmerman discusses the discovery of a large asteroid inside the orbit of Venus, only the second one ever found so close to the sun. The asteroid is about half a mile across and difficult to spot due to the sun's glare. This raises concern because large asteroids out of sight pose a potential threat. Models suggest solar radiation should clear out small asteroids, but if they are larger, like this one or the previous mile-across discovery, their orbits remain stable.

Obtaining accurate data on the Earth's climate and how it is changing is vital to inform agriculture , insurance risks, business planning, disaster preparedness, financial investments, wild fire mitigation, and national security. The USA should not be flying blind and relying on Europe and China for the data we need.

AP correspondent Ben Thomas reports new findings in the debate over whether dinosaurs were already in decline when they were wiped out by an asteroid.

Why did HBO Max raise their prices again? Also, would you stay at this Titanic hotel? We talk about NASA announcing that Earth actually has two moons, the Orange iPhones controversy, and lots more!

This week from a galaxy far, far away with Jon Justice.- Adam Driver drops failed movie details- Listener emails SUPPORT JON JUSTICE: https://ko-fi.com/jonjusticeOr PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE EMBARK, SPACE OPERA SERIESAn exciting mix of Fast and Furious, Star Wars, Ready Player One and the sci-fi adventures of the 70's - 2000'sEMBARK: Book 1 and EMBARK: Treasure in Darkness (Book 2) EMBARK: The Vanishing War (Book 3) Gahan Corbijn and the Asteroid of Misfortune, The Rocket Queen (Book 5) Fear the Dangerous Night (Book 6) are available now in ebook, paperback, audiobook and free on Kindle Unlimited!EMBARK Battle Planet (Book 7) is now available!https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7LLFZYEmail: TalkShowNerd@gmail.com@X @JonJusticeInstagram TheJonJusticeFacebook Jon Justice

Friday the 13th appears to continue to be a lucky day for the human race. When astronomers first discovered Apophis in 2004 it appeared possible that this 3 million ton, 1,200 foot diameter asteroid traveling at 8 mi/s could impact our planet creating a crater a several miles diameter and more than a half mile deep. Additional observations over the years have eliminated this possibility as Apophis streaks by closer than the communications satellites on that lucky Friday the 13th. Further, current calculations have reduced the chances of Apophis colliding with Earth in the next 100 years to about one in 100,000. However, over the millennia Apophis is likely to strike the Earth as does one it's size once every 100,000 years or so.

In dieser Folge geht es um rote Überriesen, die alles produzieren, was wir zum Leben brauchen, sich aber leider trotzdem seltsam verhalten. Aber neue Daten können ihr Rätsel vielleicht lösen. Außerdem reden wir über komische Komete aus anderen Sonnensystemen und sprengen Asteroiden, bevor sie am Mond einschlagen. Evi hat gute Nachrichten und für die Hörerschaft gibt es einen rosaroten Himmel. Wenn ihr uns unterstützen wollt, könnt ihr das hier tun: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/PodcastDasUniversum Oder hier: https://steadyhq.com/de/dasuniversum Oder hier: https://www.patreon.com/dasuniversum

University of Arizona Professor and OSIRIS-REx Principal Investigator Dr. Dante Lauretta explains how asteroids could reveal the origins of life on Earth.In this episode, we celebrate the fifth anniversary of the asteroid sample collection on October 20 and explore the spacecraft's design, the daring Touch-And-Go maneuver, challenges the team overcame, and what we've learned so far from the materials returned from Asteroid Bennu. Our knowledge of space is rapidly evolving, and we still have so much more to learn.This special release features the full-length conversation with Dante from our upcoming Season 7 of Behind the Wings on PBS. To dive deeper into the OSIRIS-REx mission, watch the video premiere on November 27 on our YouTube page. This one is going to be cool!The regular podcast will take a short mid-season break and return on November 24. In the meantime, check out our upcoming weekly mini-series: The Making of Behind the Wings PBS Season 7! Resources:Dante's Bio (University of Arizona) Asteroid Bennu (NASA) Asteroid Apophis (NASA) OSIRIS-REx Mission (NASA) OSIRIS-APEX (NASA)Chapters:(00:00) - Intro (02:43) - Aerospace Beginnings (06:07) - Antarctic Collection Mission (09:36) - Why Go to an Asteroid? (11:57) - Designing OSIRIS-REx (14:16) - Earning NASA Funding (17:33) - Michael Drake's Passing (21:53) - The Challenge of Microgravity (24:35) - Testing the Spacecraft (26:51) - Launch Day (30:26) - Why was Asteroid Bennu Chosen? (31:47) - First Images (33:33) - Unexpected Obstacles when Landing (36:35) - The Touch-And-Go System (45:51) - Returning O-REx to Earth (52:06) - Removing the Samples (53:46) - Space Rock Testing (55:17) - What Have We Learned so Far? (57:48) - Are We Alone in the Universe? (59:51) - Future Missions (01:01:48) - Dante's Advice (01:03:06) - Outro

Sponsor Details:This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN....enhance your online privacy with the best in the game. To get our special Space Nuts price and bonus deal, visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts or use the code SPACENUTS at checkout.ontroversial Concepts: Sunlight Services, Near-Earth Asteroids, and the 6,000th ExoplanetIn this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into a variety of cosmic topics that challenge our understanding of space and its implications for life on Earth. From a bold proposal for a satellite-based sunlight service to a near miss with an asteroid and the discovery of the 6,000th exoplanet, this episode is filled with intriguing discussions and scientific insights.Episode Highlights:- Sunlight Services Proposal: Andrew and Jonti explore the controversial idea of launching satellites to reflect sunlight back to Earth, discussing the practical challenges and potential environmental impacts of such a scheme. They raise critical questions about the feasibility and safety of this ambitious project.- Asteroid Near Miss: The hosts analyze the recent close encounter with asteroid 2025 TF, emphasizing the importance of early detection in planetary defense and how light pollution from artificial satellites could hinder our ability to spot these potential threats in the future.- Milestone in Exoplanet Discovery: Celebrating the discovery of the 6,000th exoplanet, Andrew and Jonti reflect on the journey of exoplanet research over the past three decades and the implications of finding planets beyond our solar system. They discuss the criteria for confirming these distant worlds and what the future holds for exoplanet exploration.- Mimas and Subsurface Oceans: The episode concludes with a fascinating look at Saturn's moon Mimas, which may harbor a subsurface ocean. The discussion highlights the ongoing research into the moon's geological history and the potential for life beyond Earth in unexpected places.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favourite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

The Lagrange point L4 is 60° ahead of Mars whereas L5 is 60° behind Mars on the red planet's orbital path about the Sun. An object placed at either of these locations is trapped gravitationally and is likely to remain there indefinitely. The Mars L4 and L5 locations could provide a permanent place for staging and resupply missions to Mars and would give humans a different view of space weather and its effects on our home planet.

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In this episode of SpaceTime, we delve into the intriguing world of near-Earth asteroids, the evolution of our universe, and the remarkable discovery of a rogue planet experiencing unprecedented growth.Invisible Asteroids Near Venus: A Hidden ThreatRecent computer simulations published in the journal Astronomy and Astrophysics have raised alarms about a population of near-Earth asteroids that remain undetectable due to their proximity to Venus. These Venusian co-orbital asteroids, which share an orbital resonance with Venus, could pose a collision risk to Earth within a few thousand years. The study's lead author, Valerio Carumba, explains the challenges of observing these asteroids, as they are obscured by the Sun's glare. With a size of around 300 metres, these asteroids could create impact craters several kilometres wide, highlighting the need for dedicated space missions to monitor this potential threat.The Universe's Evolution: New Insights from the Epoch of ReionizationAstronomers have made significant strides in understanding the universe's early days, revealing that it was warmer than previously thought before the first stars ignited. Research based on observations from the Murchison Wide Field Array in Western Australia indicates that the gas between galaxies was heated around 800 million years after the Big Bang, contradicting earlier theories of a cold universe. This heating, likely driven by early X-ray sources, set the stage for the epoch of reionization, which transformed the cosmos from opaque to transparent, allowing light to travel freely.A Richie Planet's Remarkable Growth SpurtIn a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have identified a rogue planet, catalogued as char 11 oh 7 minus 7626, that is not bound to any star and is growing at an astonishing rate of 6 billion tonnes of gas and dust per second. Located approximately 600 light years away in the constellation Chameleon, this planet challenges conventional notions of planetary stability. Observations reveal that its accretion rate fluctuates dramatically, highlighting the dynamic processes at play in the formation of rogue planets and blurring the lines between planets and stars.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesAstronomy and Astrophysicshttps://www.aanda.org/Astrophysical Journal Lettershttps://iopscience.iop.org/journal/2041-8205Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-your-guide-to-space-astronomy--2458531/support.Invisible Asteroids Near Venus: A Hidden ThreatThe Universe's Evolution: New Insights from the Epoch of ReionizationA Richie Planet's Remarkable Growth Spurt(00:00) The threat posed by invisible asteroids near Venus(10:30) New findings on the universe's warm early phase(19:00) Discovery of a rogue planet growing at record rates(27:15) Science Robert: 2025 Nobel Prize announcements

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HEADLINE: Greenhouse Antarctica, the First Whales, and the Survival Strategies Post-Asteroid Impact BOOK TITLE: Other Lands, a journey through Earth's extinct world GUEST AUTHOR NAME: Thomas Halliday 200-WORD SUMMARY: This section begins in the Eocene (41 million years ago), a time of Greenhouse Earthcharacterized by no permanent polar ice, high CO2 (800 ppm), and temperatures about five degrees Celsius warmer than today. Seymour Island (West Antarctic Peninsula) hosted a diverse temperate rainforest before the onset of glaciation. The cooling process was triggered by the opening of the Drake Passage, which created the circum-polar current and isolated Antarctica from tropical warmth. Marine life included Pelagornis, a pseudo-toothed bird analogous to the albatross, and Basilosaurus, the first truly aquatic whale, which evolved from coastal predators. Despite the warmth, the Antarctic region still endured three months of total darkness in winter, requiring plants to drop their leaves. The conversation then shifts to the Paleocene following the K-Pg mass extinction. This extinction was caused by an exogenous asteroid strike in the Yucatan Peninsula, which halted photosynthesis worldwide for years due to atmospheric soot. Most animals larger than a small dog perished. The rapid diversification of mammals, specifically Eutherians (placental mammals), began immediately after the extinction event. Survival was facilitated by being small, insectivorous, and burrowing, which provided a stable environment against extreme temperature swings.

HEADLINE: Jurassic Sponge Reefs, Floating Wood, and the Triassic Glider Sharovipteryx BOOK TITLE: Other Lands, a journey through Earth's Extinct Worlds GUEST AUTHOR NAME: Thomas Halliday 200-WORD SUMMARY: This excerpt details events in the Jurassic and Triassic periods. The Jurassic (155 million years ago) was a time of recovery for marine reptiles like ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs, following the Triassic-Jurassic extinction, likely caused by runaway climate change. Europe was a tropical archipelago at this time. The largest biological structure ever known was a 7,000 km long reef composed of glass sponges (silicon sponges) in the fringes of the Tethys Ocean. This reef provided a diverse ecosystem, supporting ammonites, fish, and marine reptiles. Unusually, wood floated for much longer than it does today because wood-boring shipworms had not yet evolved. Evidence shows fallen logs floating across oceans and adorned with filter-feeding organisms like sea lilies. Moving to the Triassic (225 million years ago), the focus is Madigan in Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia. This lake ecosystem provides a rare, well-preserved record of a terrestrial environment, notable for its extraordinary insect diversity, including most known Triassic families of beetles. A unique vertebrate found here is Sharovipteryx, a lizard-like gliding reptile that used a triangular membrane stretched between its exceptionally long hind legs to glide.