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In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae discuss the purpose of alchemy, which aims to liberate the entire individual self, including the parts held in darkness. Hear how you can transform your best self into your soul self, what makes life sacred, and the practice of paying attention and being present. They also share the areas in their life that have turned from lead to gold and the upcoming ‘You are the Medicine' retreat. Timestamps[03:31] Transforming your best self into your soul self[03:56] What makes life sacred?[07:21] The practice of paying attention and being present [13:08] Scott's memory of turning bricks into gold[14:28] About the book: The Alchemist[19:21] The areas in LaRae's life that have turned from lead to gold[25:55] The areas in Scott's life that have turned from lead to gold[31:37] The year of alchemy for all the listeners[34:11] ‘You are the medicine' retreatNotable quotes:“It's important in our lives to have something that nourishes our souls.” - Scott Wright [30:52]“It's less about doing and more about being, creating from a place of presence.” - Scott Wright [31:22]Relevant links:Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

Atheists have often claimed that the Bible makes no scientific predictions and therefore cannot be a valid source of knowledge about the universe. But this is simply unfounded. First, modern science as we understand it today did not exist thousands of years ago. To demand that our modern expectations should be imposed upon the text of Scripture is anachronistic eisegesis. It is our imposing our expectations and understanding into the texts of the Bible. But second, Psalm 19, written by King David some 3,000 years ago, tells us that the heavens are continually pouring forth speech and knowledge, day after day and night after night. Nowhere is this pouring forth more clearly demonstrated today than in the latest ground-based Simonyi Survey Telescope perched high atop the peak of El Peñón at an elevation of 8,799 feet. It is the main eye to the sky of the newly operational Vera C. Rubin Observatory in north central Chile. This technological marvel pulls down 20 terabytes of data, every night! Ten times the storage capacity size of most new computer hard drives or smart phones. Over the course of its proposed ten-year survey of the southern hemisphere, astronomers hope to collect some 500 petabytes of data in total! One petabyte is 1,000 terabytes. You can see more wonders and find out more about the telescope at the observatory's main website. https://rubinobservatory.org The image on this month's thumbnail comes from the observatory website. Wayne has written a companion article on the telescope and observatory. You can find that here. https://creationanswers.net/answersblog/2025/09/01/so-much-more-the-vera-rubin-telescope/ Other related links: https://www.astronomy.com/science/first-ever-images-released-by-the-vera-c-rubin-observatory/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_mSAqw_DBY Podbean enables our podcast to be on Apple Podcasts and other major podcast platforms.  To support Good Heavens! on Podbean as a patron, you can use the Podbean app, or go to https://patron.podbean.com/goodheavens.  This goes to Wayne Spencer. If you would like to give to the ministry of Watchman Fellowship or to Daniel Ray, you can donate at https://www.watchman.org/daniel. Donations to Watchman are tax deductible.

Join Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth in this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast as they discuss the song 'Maybe Baby, Say You Do' from John Hiatt's first album, 'Hanging Around the Observatory'. They share intriguing facts about the song, its recording background, and its place in Hiatt's early career. With insights into Hiatt's youthful creativity and fun lyrical play, this episode is a delightful exploration of the beginnings of John Hiatt's musical journey. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 02:28 Podcast Background and Format 03:09 Discussing 'Maybe Baby, Say You Do' 07:50 Song Analysis and Personal Reflections 21:00 Rating and Final Thoughts 23:34 Listener Interaction and Closing Remarks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stargazers can now head to a new observatory in Wairarapa and take photos of far away galaxies and stars. 

Has anyone written more screenplays than Albert Einstein? On this episode of Looking Up, Dean Regas consults with comedian, screenwriter, and Chris Hadfield look-alike, Thomas Lennon, on this very question.

This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. Playing Civilization V, Part 3 Victory Types This is a good time to discuss the Victory types in Civ 5. We have talked about choosing appropriate strategies and that mostly has to do with what kind of Victory you are aiming for. Now you can change the objective as the game goes on, so if you realize you can't win your original Victory type, you can switch to another. But success is a lot easier if you make the right choices early on. Domination – To win this, you must keep possession of your own original capital, and capture everyone else's original capital. Original capital is the first city founded by each Empire. It can never be destroyed, but can be captured. Once the original capital city of an Empire is captured, another city will become the current capital, but capturing that does not count towards victory, and a current capital can be destroyed. Science – To win this, build and launch a spaceship to Alpha Centauri. To build a spaceship requires technologies at the end of the Technology tree, but you don't have to actually research every possible technology to do this. You build the parts in your various cities, and assemble them in your Capital. Once you have assembled all the parts, the spaceship will automatically launch and you win the game. Cultural – This depends on your culture compared to the other Empires, and involves the Tourism mechanic. If you attract tourists from another Empire, your culture will become more dominant over theirs. There are 6 levels for your Empire vis-a-vis the others: Unknown, Exotic, Familiar, Popular, Influential, and Dominant. These are defined by the amount of tourism you receive from an Empire compared with their own production of Culture. If the tourism you receive is at least equal to their own Culture production, you are Influential. And to get Culture victory you have to be at least Influential with every other Empire still in the game. The basic source of tourism comes from Great Works of Art, and Artifacts. Great Works of Art are produced by Great Artists, and Artifacts are dug up by your Archeologists once you discover this. Your own Culture production both defends against tourism of other Empires (i.e. your own citizens would rather enjoy your culture than travel to other Empires), and helps to produce the Great Works of Art. This victory type and the Tourism Mechanic is one of the innovations in Civ 5 , and carries over and is developed further in Civ 6. Diplomatic – To win this, you have to voted in as World Leader in the United Nations. You can gain votes in several ways. First, you can liberate the conquered capital of another Empire and return it to them. That will guarantee that they will vote for you in the United Nations. Or, and this is most common, you can ally with City-States and get their vote in the UN. Finally, if a City-State has been previously conquered by another Empire, you can liberate it and they will vote for you in the UN. Once the UN is achieved, votes take place every 20 turns, so if you fall short on one try, you can try to line up more votes for the next try, which usually means allying with a few more City-States. Time – If no one has won by the above means, the Empire with the highest score when time runs out will win. In a Standard game, that is in 2050 AD, and is turn 500. But note that turn 500 is not a turn when you can make a play. Your last chance to actually do anything is turn 499. Terrain Civilization V changed the game board from squares to hexes, which was the first big change. But another change makes terrain even more important in Civ V, and that is that you can only have one unit per tile. The giant death stacks of units that you could employ in Civ III and Civ IV are now gone. That means that any military campaign will mostly be fought on a variety of tiles. Most of this we will discuss later when we look at the military and how to fight wars, but knowing how terrain affects your units in terms of strength and mobility will be a big part of that. So first we need to know what the Terrain Types are. Of course, the other reason we need to know this is in terms of where to settle, where to farm, where to mine, and so on. And special resources are a modifier, but first we'll look at the Terrain Types by themselves. They can be analyzed in terms of their Base Production, i.e., what they will produce without any improvements such as farms and mines, Movement Cost, i.e. how many movement points it takes to move into the Tile, and Defensive Bonus, i.e. how the strength of your units is modified if they are in combat. Grassland – Base Production = 2 Food, Movement Cost = 1, and Defensive Bonus = -33% Plains – Base Production = 1 Food and 1 Production, Movement Cost = 1, and Defensive Bonus = -33% Desert – Base Production = Nothing, Movement Cost = 1, and Defensive Bonus = -33% Ocean – Base Production = 1 Food and 1 Gold, Movement Cost = 1 Lake – Base Production = 2 Food and 1 Gold , Movement Cost = 1 Tundra – Base Production = 1 Food, Movement Cost = 1 Snow – Base Production = None, Movement Cost = 1, and Defensive Bonus = -33% These basic Terrain Types can then be modified by Terrain Features, which can be stacked. For example, you could have a Plains tile with Hills and a Forest. Hills – Base Production = 0 Food and 2 Production, Movement Cost = 2, and Defensive Bonus = +25%. Note that the Base Production for Hills will be 0 Food and 2 Production regardless of the underlying Terrain Type. Forest – Base Production = 1 Food and 1 Production, Movement Cost = 2, and Defensive Bonus = +25%. Note that the Base Production for tiles with Forests will be 1 Food and 1 Production regardless of the underlying Terrain Type. But Forests can be cleared by Workers once Mining is discovered. Jungle – Production effect = -1 Production, Movement Cost = 2, and Defensive Bonus = +25%. Jungles can be cleared by Workers once Bronze Working is discovered, and should be. Mountain – Production = 0, Movement = impassable except for Air units, and for Carthaginian units once they have earned a Great General. Defensive Bonus = +25% River – Rivers run along the borders of tiles. They add +1 Gold. Attacking across a river reduces your attack strength by 20%. Crossing a river will end movement for most units unless there is a road with a bridge. Marsh – Production effect = -1 Food, Movement Cost = 2. Can be removed by workers once Masonry is discovered. If you have a Marsh tile in your city, have the workers remove the Marsh before you attempt to work the tile. Coast – These are the water tiles with relatively shallow water along the coast of a land mass. They are lighter in color than deep ocean tiles. Coast tiles can be traveled on by early water units which cannot travel on the deeper ocean tiles. Coast tiles produce one gold each. Flood plains – These tiles can be found sometimes along river banks. They produce 2 food, but can also produce disease outbreaks. Oasis – Produce +3 Food and +1 Gold. These tiles cannot be improved other than to add roads and railroads. Ice – At the top and bottom of the map are ice tiles representing the north and south poles. Airplanes can fly over these tiles, and submarines can go under them, but otherwise they are impassable Fallout – Once nuclear weapons have been discovered, you can have tiles that are covered by fallout. This will reduce food by 3, production by 3, and gold by 3. Movement cost is 2. In practice this will mean the tile produces nothing. A Worker unit can clean this up, but it will take time. So until that happens, you should look for opportunities to move your citizen into some other occupation until it is cleaned up. And you have to clean it up before building or restoring any improvements. Atoll – This tile type was added in a patch with the Polynesian DLC. It is an ocean tile that produces 1 Food and +1 Production. Movement cost is 1. Admittedly, this is a lot of detail to take in, but there are a few basic rules you might want to keep in mind. First, you don't want to settles cities where there are lots of Desert, Tundra, or Snow tiles. One or two Tundra tiles are OK if there are other positive features, like access to a luxury resource, but Desert and Snow tiles are completely useless. Again if there are lots of desirable tiles available, having one or two Desert or Snow is not problem, since in most cases you never will work all of the tiles in most cities. But look for the good tiles. Similarly, Mountain tiles are not generally useful, however if you are going for a Science victory they can be handy if you settle a city immediately adjacent to a mountain, since that will let you build an Observatory in the city. Observatories cost zero maintenance and add 50% to the science output of the city, making them very valuable. Mountains are also handy as barriers to keep away your enemies. Jungle tiles can also cause disease outbreaks, but clearing the jungle from the tile will put a stop to that. I will always clear away any jungle or Marsh tiles within my cities. Defensive bonuses are also important, but that is better covered when we get to warfare. From: https://www.palain.com/gaming/civilization-v/playing-civilization-v-part-3/ Provide feedback on this episode.

In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae share the power of the garden, how it has influenced their lives, and how it has been used by humanity. Hear how having a garden can be a super connecting experience, how the garden is the origin of all beings, and the story of sports teams taking off their shoes to connect with the ground. They also share how nature brings light to everything. Scott and LaRae share the power of the garden, how it has influenced their lives, and how it has been used by humanity. Hear the power of observation in creation and how the garden relates to our soul.Timestamps[05:50] How the garden influenced Scott's life[08:40] How having a garden can be a super connecting experience[12:08] The metaphor of the garden[13:07] The origin of humanity and creativity[14:35] The story of sports teams taking off their shoes to connect with the ground[16:32] Key takeaways from the garden[25:02] The garden of the soul[29:49] The power of observation in creationNotable quotes:“Nature nourishes our bodies, giving us energy and strength to continue to live, and it creates respect for our relationship with food.” - Scott Wright [11:22]“You can bring light to everything.” - Scott Wright [24:46]“With our life, there are a lot of experiences that can be unpleasant, but then through the compositing, they turn into this rich, fertile soil that brings the best out in us.” - LaRae Wright [27:23]“Nothing exists until we observe it.” - LaRae Wright. [29:30]Relevant links:Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

“The Old Observatory on the Hill” by J. Federle Manawaker Patreon: https://patreon.com/manawaker/ Manawaker store: https://payhip.com/Manawaker Manawaker Discord: https://discord.gg/zjzA2pY9f9 More info / Contact CB Droege: https://cbdroege.taplink.ws The Flash Fiction Podcast Theme Song is by Kevin McCleod The Producer, Editor, and Narrator of the podcast is CB Droege Bio for this weeks author: J. Federle grew up in Kentucky in a brick house in front of the woods. Catholic school left her with a love of the macabre and an empathy for monsters, which she suspects wasn't the intended effect. Her sci-fi and horror emphasize hope and human connection; unrelated, her favorite Trek episodes are the scary ones. Online, she’s @JFederleWrites, the odd author behind the Author-Oddity Newsletter.

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In this episode of The Observatory, Christy Wilkins joins the show to share her journey to self-discovery, highlighting three experiences: the Rhythmia in Costa Rica, watching her house burn down, and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Christy is a Psychedelic Coach who helps people discover themselves. Hear Christy's experience with the energy lady, how she got into plant medicine, the purging experience in Costa Rica, the experience of the house burning down, the climbing of Mount Kilimanjaro, and how those experiences influenced Christy's personal journey. Timestamps[04:25] Christy Wilkins's background information[07:40] Christy's experience with the energy lady[13:29] How Christy got into plant medicine[18:03]Christy's experience with Rhythmia in Costa Rica[32:43] The purging experience in Costa Rica[36:14] The biggest lesson from the experience in Costa Rica[40:00] The experience of the house burning down[42:50] Psychedelic integration guide[48:39] ‘You are the Medicine' Retreat[50:58] How safety has unpacked in Christy's life[53:10] The experience of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro[01:04:41] How Christy managed to stay present and make it to the top of the mountain[01:12:19] Replacing fear with curiosity[01:14:15] Transilience Training Program by Laura DawnNotable quotes:“Meditation is what saved me. It showed me who I was outside of religion.” - Christy Wilkins [09:06]“Everything is a choice, and you can choose your perspective.” - Christy Wilkins [41:36]“Presence is the only way through adversity.” -Christy Wilkins [01:07:21]Transilience Training Program by Laura Dawn Website: https://lauradawn.co/transilience/ Scott Wright InstagramLaRae Wright InstagramSubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

Astronomers released the first photographs from the Vera Rubin Observatory two months ago. Operations director Robert Blum describes how the University of Arizona-backed instrument is creating anticipation among scientists for new discoveries about the universe.

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In this episode of The Observatory, Kandis Larson joins the show to share her personal journey of coming out as gay, her journey as an entrepreneur, and her experience with the gathering community. Kandis is a sticker artist and an explorer with the motto:  “Learn to be free, and follow one's passions.” Hear how Kandis ended up in Ricks College,  the first time she realized she was gay, the experience of sharing that with the family, and how she got into sticker artistry. You will also learn how families can create a safe space for diversity.Timestamps[03:46] Kandis Larson's background information[07:15] How Kandis ended up in Ricks College[11:24] Kandis favorite memory during college[17:56] The things that Kandis did after college[20:05] The first time Kandis realized she was gay[27:05] The experience of coming out as gay[34:53] How families can create a safe space for diversity[38:31] Kandis's experience with the gathering community[41:05] How Kandis got into sticker artistry[50:25] Living free and following one's passion[57:39] The business stores in ten states[01:00:51] Kandis's experience with Lyme disease[01:06:08] Kandis 2025 motto: I can and I will[01:09:15] The value system in the Morman churchNotable quotes:“People fear what they don't understand.” - Scott Wright [31:10]“There are pros and cons to everything we choose in life.” - Kandis Larson [50:32]Relevant links:https://bearprotocol.com/Kandis Larson Website: https://kandiscreated.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kandiscreated/Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

A canopy of stars in the night sky is more than breathtaking. Starlight is also an important tool that astronomers use to study our universe. But the growth of artificial light and light pollution are creating dramatic changes to the nighttime environment. Let your eyes adjust to the dark as we travel to a dark sky reserve to gaze upon an increasingly rare view of the Milky Way and explore what we lose when darkness disappears.   Guests: Kim Arcand – Visualization scientist & emerging tech lead, NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and author of “Light: The Visible Spectrum and Beyond". Don Jolley – Teacher of Math and Sciences at the Bolinas School in Marin, California who has been leading dark sky tours for three decades. Christopher Kyba – Interdisciplinary Geographic Information Sciences Research Fellow at Ruhr University Bochum. Descripción en español Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake Originally aired July 8, 2024 You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A canopy of stars in the night sky is more than breathtaking. Starlight is also an important tool that astronomers use to study our universe. But the growth of artificial light and light pollution are creating dramatic changes to the nighttime environment. Let your eyes adjust to the dark as we travel to a dark sky reserve to gaze upon an increasingly rare view of the Milky Way and explore what we lose when darkness disappears.   Guests: Kim Arcand – Visualization scientist & emerging tech lead, NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory and author of “Light: The Visible Spectrum and Beyond". Don Jolley – Teacher of Math and Sciences at the Bolinas School in Marin, California who has been leading dark sky tours for three decades. Christopher Kyba – Interdisciplinary Geographic Information Sciences Research Fellow at Ruhr University Bochum. Descripción en español Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake Originally aired July 8, 2024 You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae share the different aspects of trauma and how we can heal from them. Hear LaRae's traumatic event of losing her mother in a road accident and how it shaped her life differently, Scott's traumatic experience in 1967, and the traumatic event that Scott and LaRae almost died. They also share tips for healing childhood trauma as a family and what LaRae has learned from the Compassionate Inquiry with Dr Gabor Mate.Timestamps[03:22] Events in our childhood that create patterns in our lives[07:25] The feeling of being stuck[09:54] LaRae's traumatic event of losing her mother and how it shaped her life differently [13:12] The different aspects of trauma[21:15] Scott's traumatic experiences in 1967[26:46] The traumatic event that Scott and LaRae almost died[31:30] What LaRae has learned from the Compassionate Inquiry healing model[43:00] The purpose of the message today[47:00] Healing childhood trauma as a familyNotable quotes:“No one experiences childhood the same, even though you are all raised by the same parents and in the same home.” - LaRae Wright [06:09]“The first aspect of trauma occurs when something happens, leading you to interpret it in a way that creates rigidity. This causes you to frame your experience in a programmed manner that constrains you.” - LaRae Wright [13:11]“The second aspect of trauma is when your feelings become overwhelming, causing you to disconnect from them.” - LaRae Wright [13:27]“Life is a defensive game, and we are constantly seeking unconsciously validation of our experience.” - LaRae Wright [31:57]Relevant links:Compassionate Inquiry https://drgabormate.com/compassionate-inquiry/Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

What does recovery look like in California's oldest state park following a devastating wildfire five years ago? Also, free opportunities to view the night sky in the foothills. And, California Stage produces a brand new play.

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Join Drew and Nicole as they dive into Nicole's latest research rabbit hole, exploring the fascinating history of Golden Gate Park's observatories, with a focus on the original Beach Chalet and the stories behind it.

In this episode of The Observatory, Jeff Low joins the show to discuss men's mental health and steps toward forging lifelong bonds and reconnecting with your purpose. Jeff founded Bonded Brotherhood, a safe space where men can connect, grow, and find strength in authentic community with the raw power of the outdoors. Hear Jeff's lowest moment and turning point into personal work and healing, his growth since meeting Scott and LaRae in February, and how working on himself has influenced his relationships. You will also learn the power of vulnerability and being in a community in your healing journey, and what Bonded Brotherhood is all about. Timestamps[03:37] Jeff Low's background information and what led him to what he is doing now[07:08] Jeff's biggest regrets in life [10:00] The pressure of growing a business[13:36] Jeff's turning point into personal healing[18:00] The thought of committing suicide in February 2025[23:57] Jeff's growth since meeting Scott and LaRae Wright[27:57] Working on yourself so that you can help others [29:03] How working on himself has influenced Jeff's relationship with his wife[33:00] The power of vulnerability and being in a community [34:32] The story of Bonded Brotherhood[41:45] What does Bonded Brotherhood do?[50:57] The future of Bonded Brotherhood[01:00:20] The importance of curiosity in your healing journey[01:04:00] Learning how to feelNotable quotes:“The gift that you two have of providing a loving, safe space 100% saved my life.” - Jeff Low [18:36]“You are not alone, you are not crazy for feeling and thinking the way you are feeling and thinking, and there is peace, and it comes by putting yourself first.” - Jeff Low [25:29]“You have to be healthy before showing up the best way for others.” - Jeff Low [26:24]“Bonded Brotherhood is all about building connection and support.” - Jeff Low [46:11]Relevant links:Bonded Brotherhood website: https://bondedbrotherhood.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonded.brotherhood/Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

The Vera C Rubin Observatory is set to be a game-changer in our understanding of key ideas such as the expansion of the Universe and the distribution of matter in distant galaxies. But how will it do all this? We spoke to astronomer Dani Leonard, who is working with the Rubin Observatory, to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this episode of SpaceTime, we uncover intriguing discoveries about Mars, the cosmos, and the latest advancements in space technology.Martian Glaciers: Pure Water IceRecent research reveals that Martian glaciers are composed of over 80% pure water ice, challenging previous assumptions that they were primarily rocky. This groundbreaking study, led by Yuval Steinberg from the Weizmann Institute, utilized standardized measurements to analyze the dielectric properties of these glaciers, providing a clearer understanding of their composition. The findings not only enhance our knowledge of Martian geology but also have significant implications for future manned missions, as these glaciers could serve as vital water sources for astronauts.Discovery of an Intermediate Mass Black HoleNASA's Hubble Space Telescope and Chandra X-Ray Observatory have identified a rare intermediate mass black hole, known as NGC6099HLX1, actively consuming a star. This black hole, located approximately 450 million light-years away, resides in a compact star cluster and exhibits extreme luminosity during its tidal disruption event. The discovery sheds light on the formation of black holes and their role in galactic evolution, providing crucial insights into the elusive intermediate mass category that bridges stellar and supermassive black holes.United States Space Force's X37B MissionThe United States Space Force is gearing up for the eighth mission of its Boeing X37B space shuttle, set to launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Base. This mission will test advanced technologies, including a high-bandwidth inter-satellite laser communications system and a cutting-edge quantum inertial sensor. The X37B's unique capabilities allow it to conduct classified operations while remaining difficult to track, highlighting its significance in modern space operations.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesIcarus Journalhttps://www.journals.elsevier.com/icarusAstrophysical Journalhttps://iopscience.iop.org/journal/1538-4357NASA Hubble Space Telescopehttps://hubblesite.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Big Bear Solar Observatory is a unique facility operated by the New Jersey Institute of Technology.  Its 1.6 meter Goode Solar Telescope is located on the north side of Big Bear Lake at an elevation of 6,760 feet above sea level in the  San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California.  Being surrounded by cold water at high altitude provides the site with exceptional atmospheric stability and thus the possibility of extremely high quality solar images.  It is hard to predict the value of basic research, however, work like this will eventually enable scientists to better understand how solar flares and other activity in the Sun's atmosphere effect  astronauts, communications systems, auroras, radio blackouts, geomagnetic storms, satellites, power grids, and more on our home planet

In this episode of The Observatory, Dan and Ally McFarland join the show to discuss their journey through marriage, highlighting what makes their relationship thrive. Hear the origin of their drive to provide service to people, the first time they met, how their lives came together, and their lives before the awakening.  They also discuss their battle with addiction, their turning point to getting sober, the tools that helped them navigate addiction and strengthen their marriage, and how their marriage is different now. You will also learn how to combine the masculine and feminine energies, as well as the importance of having men's and women's groups. Timestamps[02:30] The drive of Dan and Ally to provide services to people[09:29] Dan and Ally's lives before the awakening[13:29] The first time that Ally and Dan met[23:41] How Dan and Ally's lives came together[27:22] Their battle with addiction[35:13] Dan and Ally's turning point to getting sober[41:17] The tools that helped Dan and Ally navigate addiction and strengthen their marriage [46:59] Finding love for yourself[53:15] The marriage work that Dan and Ally did[01:04:03] How their marriage is different now[01:07:19] Combining the masculine and feminine energies[01:15:40] The importance of having the men's and women's groups[01:26:18] ‘You are Medicine' retreatNotable quotes:“For you to heal, you have to put your trust in something outside yourself.” - Dan McFarland [37:39]“The principle of spiritual enlightenment is that you have radical control over yourself and take accountability.” - Dan McFarland [41:24]“You can always start afresh in your relationship.” - Ally McFarland [01:16:13]Relevant links:Dan McFarland Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mistermcfarland/Ally McFarland Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intent.ion.ally/?hl=enSubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

“What makes someone unforgettable?”In this lively and nostalgic episode of The Sandy Show, Sandy and Tricia dive into the life and legacy of TV icon Lonnie Anderson, whose passing just before her 80th birthday sparks a heartfelt tribute and a look back at her groundbreaking role on WKRP in Cincinnati. Did you know she rewrote her character to be the smartest person in the room? That's just one of the many surprising facts revealed. The show also takes a hilarious detour into National Underwear Day, where Sandy and Tricia react to some truly “disgusting” habits people have with their undies. Plus, they revisit pop culture moments from 10 years ago, including Jennifer Aniston's secret wedding, the Fantastic Four flop, and the bizarre rumor that Leonardo DiCaprio had fleas—yes, fleas! Tricia's reaction to the infamous Richard Gere rumor is priceless, and the duo wraps up with a fascinating “Care or Don't Care” segment featuring Anne Frank, beer taxes, and the truth behind Greenland's misleading name.  

Guest: Emilie Lafleche Astrobiologist Emilie Lafleche beams aboard to introduce us to the Habitable Worlds Observatory, a next-generation space-based telescope that will be designed specifically to seek out new life in the cosmos. Then, she and Mike discuss two collaborations at the intersection of science and society: principles of astrobioethics and the PortAL Linking Artists and Scientists (PALLAS). Learn more about the Habitable Worlds Observatory: https://habitableworldsobservatory.org/home Emilie & Mike's paper "How to chart a moral future for space exploration": https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-02070-3 Join the PALLAS mailing list: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScocUP4sZ9S4CF3BUnC85Tm2QPKLe39qE6cN5hFp5q7kep0rg/viewform

The history of astronomy has many stories of trying to understand our universe, and those stories are connected by a common thread: looking at the sky, whether with our eyes or with increasingly powerful telescopes.  The newest entry in this telescopic journey is the NSF-DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory. Located in Chile, this observatory has … Continue reading "The Vera Rubin Observatory"

In this powerful, revisited episode of The Observatory, James ‘Fish' Gill joins the show to discuss his new book, How to Fall in Love with Humanity. The book explains our tendency to frame the people who hurt us as villains and how we can overcome that and bring love and awareness to our pain. James Gill is a heart coach, yoga teacher, and transformational facilitator based in Perth, Australia. He supports couples, businesses, and community groups to regrow trust, connection, and understanding. Hear James's personal story of creating a victim villain narrative, why the mind naturally villainizes, why villainizing is unskillful, and the best way to deal with the person who hurt you. Timestamps[02:34] About the book: How to Fall in Love with Humanity[04:50] James's personal story of creating a victim-villain narrative[11:03] Why does the mind naturally villainize?[11:26] Why is villainizing unskillful?[14:00] LaRae's experience of being framed as the villain[19:07] Scott's experience of being framed as the villain[23:38] The evolution aspect of villainizing others[31:42] Bringing love and awareness to your pain[35:40] The difference between analysis and experience[44:19] The three questions behind what causes malicious intent[51:15] The best way to deal with the person who hurt you[54:23] The short-term benefits of villainizing others[59:28] The only way to heal completely [01:04:37] The only way to communicate with the person who hurt you[01:14:35] Special offer for getting the bookNotable Quotes:“Our minds naturally create a victim-villain narrative.” - James Gill [04:29]“When we are framed as the villain, we contract, shut down, withdraw, pull away, defend, and fight back.” - James Gill [22:46]“When we villainize others, we always evoke their defense.” - James Gill [23:09]“You are the only person that can bring love and awareness to your pain.” - James Gill [31:50]“The only way to heal completely is to involve the person who hurt you.” - LaRae Wright [59:28]Relevant links:Website: https://www.leadbyheart.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_fish_gill/New Book: How to Fall in Love with HumanitySubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions!

Join with me today as we learn about the secrets of gargantuan gravitational waves, and the ingenious new method astronomers have used to detect them.A huge thanks to our Patreons who help make these videos possible. Sign-up here: ⁠https://bit.ly/4aiJZNF

Will the Rubin Observatory prove Einstein wrong? Neil deGrasse Tyson & Chuck Nice answer queries about the new observatory, the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST), and our next big tool to uncover the universe with Zeljko Ivezic, Director of Rubin Observatory Construction.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/vera-rubin-observatory-with-zeljko-ivezic/Thanks to our Patrons Ceil Hook, Travis Cowger, Mitaka, Tonatiuh Mielto, Henry Holzgrefe, Jr. , Seth Price, Kimberly Christian, Cynthia McCarty, Hector Bojorquez, Jan Groenteman, jesse riley, Brian Borho, Tori Levine, Emily Rice, Janet Andrews, Matthew Murphy, Ara Rice, Kyle Lewis, Brandon Anderson, Michelle, Kevin Ahern, Jason VanNimwegen(N7IAG), Johnny K, Joshua Barkley, Nathaniel Randell, Jon Waterfield, Matthew Schrage, Zdravko Iskrev, Norman Weizer, Brad Magic Soace, Alfrdo Fettucine Jr, Larry Taylor, Kelli Buckle, Darkarma, Lillian S., Jay Swami, Niki Anderson, Stephen Sullivan, Prasad Mohire, Dylan S, Billy Maher, Andrius Linkus, Jack Terpstra, Jason Duran, Christopher Tuomi, Farrukh Baig, Carlas, Margaret Widman Dees, and Sister Peace for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.

In this episode of The Observatory, Scott and LaRae share their experience with using AI, the risks it may pose, and how it can be a force for good in the world. Hear the evolution of technology, the early days of the internet, how AI has changed the narrative in recent years, and what AI is missing. You will also learn how AI increases your productivity, the original intelligence, and how we can integrate technology in a positive way. Timestamps[02:00] Scott and LaRae's trip to San Diego[04:11] The importance of finding your inner child[07:26] The evolution of technology[10:00] AI in the entertainment industry[10:16] The early days of the internet[12:18] How AI has changed the narrative in recent years[17:50] How AI increases your productivity[24:44] The original intelligence[28:19] The book: The Four Agreements[30:12] What AI is missing[36:11] Integrating technology in a positive wayNotable quotes:“AI is a powerful tool to see a lot of different perspectives in a very short period of time.” - Scott Wright [13:23]“AI significantly increases your productivity in everything that you are doing.” - Scott Wright [17:53]“All the information that exists in reality is accessible, but what has not yet come to form is accessible in the original intelligence where we sit in stillness and contemplate.” - Scott Wright [25:02]Relevant links: The Book The Four Agreements Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions. 

Under a new law, law enforcement officers who don't comply with immigration authorities like ICE could face criminal charges. This could bring big changes for local jailers, including the Orleans Parish Sheriff, along with everyday Louisiana residents. Bobbi-Jeanne Misick has been reporting this story for Verite News and joins for more.An observatory hidden in the woods in Louisiana recently detected a black hole merger. And while it took less than a tenth of a second, it was the largest collision of two black holes ever observed.  The discovery was made at Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, better known as LIGO. Joseph Giaime, head of the observatory, joins us to talk about the event, and how the observatory may be impacted by federal budget cuts. Throughout the summer on Louisiana Considered, we are bringing you episodes of What Was Lost, a series from Verite News that explores the emotional and physical costs of Hurricane Katrina. Today we hear from Terry Mogilles, a nurse who lost  an important piece of furniture that once belonged to Wendell Green, an early 20th century Black businessman who was born into slavery. —Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Karen Henderson. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We receive production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell. You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

ARE YOU CURIOUS WHEN EXACTLY JESUS WILL RETURN? BE CAREFUL. Welcome to God’s Love for the Unlovable and Gospel Rant series and format. We are calling the series Vagabond Diaries. We want it to be fun, informative, and life-changing—something that you would find valuable to pass on to others and laugh and cry together a bit. In today’s Vagabond Diary, a tip of the hat to Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s progress, we will meet Pilgrim. He has stumbled into the Observatory of Distraction where he meets the Eschatologist. Let’s have some fun.Support The Show: https://www.gospelrant.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Built in the 1870s, UW-Madison's Washburn Observatory continues to provide new insights into the cosmos, and has always prioritized access to the public. James Lattis and Kelly Tyrrell, co-authors of Chasing the Stars , tell the story of the observatory and its discoveries.

In this episode of The Observatory, Jeremy Robison joins the show to discuss the different flutes they produce at the I am Sound business. Jeremy is a music enthusiast who founded I am Sound, which creates beautiful, eco-friendly musical instruments priced much lower than they "should" be. It aims to make them more affordable and accessible to as many beings as possible, especially to the rising generations. Hear Jeremy's journey into the flute business, his first experience with flutes, the different flutes they produce, and the journey to making a 3D printed flute. Timestamps[04:28] How Jeremy got into the flute business[09:00] Jeremy's story with the clothing business[12:54] Jeremy's collaboration with other artists[13:08] Jeremy's first flute experience [16:15] Jeremy's relationship with music[19:45] The journey to making a 3D-printed flute [22:15] The frequency of the top of the Pyramid and Mother Earth[28:41] How many flute varieties do you have?[34:30] The community that Jeremy is building with the flute business [41:29] The art of trusting the universe[46:00] The time it takes to produce the 3D-printed flute [48:10] The number of flutes Jeremy sells in a day[53:10] The different experiences of the flutes with different people Notable quotes:“432 Hz F sharp is the frequency on the top of the pyramid and Mother Earth.” - Jeremy Robison [22:15]“Music can change culture. It can infiltrate and do some healing.” - Jeremy Robison [57:06]Relevant links:Jeremy Robison Website: https://iamsound.one/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ias.creationsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ias.creationsSubscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions. 

Messengers Of Time And Space with Dr. Alan Strauss! The NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory, released its first imagery at an event in Washington, D.C. The imagery shows cosmic phenomena captured at an unprecedented scale. In just over 10 hours of test observations, NSF–DOE Rubin Observatory has already captured millions of galaxies and Milky Way stars and thousands of asteroids.    The imagery is a small preview of Rubin Observatory's upcoming 10-year scientific mission to explore and understand some of the Universe's biggest mysteries. In this podcast, Rubin Observatory's Dr. Alan Strauss discusses the observatory, the first look images and how the public and students can interact with the data.   Bios:  Rob Sparks is in the Communications, Education and Engagement group at NSF's NOIRLab in Tucson, Arizona.   Dr. Alan Strauss is the Head of Education and Public Outreach (EPO), at the NSF-DOE Vera C Rubin Observatory, where he leads an interdisciplinary team of astronomers, writers, designers, educators, and developers building web-based astronomy experiences for students, teachers, and the general public.   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.

In this episode of The Observatory, Anna Dickson joins the show to discuss trauma healing. Anna is a Clinical Director,  Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and Psychotherapist who specializes in trauma healing and recovery, anxiety, depression, substance use, mood and personality disorders, history of suicide attempts, ideation, and self-injuring tendencies. Hear about the different childhood and intergenerational traumas and how to heal from them, the power of being present in trauma healing, and the importance of your loved ones in your healing journey. You will also learn the different color shockers in healing.Timestamps[02:46] Anna Dickson's background information[06:35] Childhood and early attachment trauma[07:30] Intergenerational trauma and how to heal from it[12:36] Anna's journey into psychology [16:24] Anna's ideal clients[20:05] The book: The Body Keeps the Score[23:03] The power of being present in trauma healing [31:54] Identifying where we carry our energies[35:36] Anna's opinion on the different psychedelic medicines[42:26] How the different childhood experiences of siblings affect their lives and healing journeys[51:51] The importance of your loved ones on the healing journey [56:33] Anna's healing journey[01:05:45] The color shockers in healing [01:07:42] The uniqueness of traumas Notable quotes:“If we can resolve the past, we can help people live more unburdened, freer, and more authentic lives.” - Anna Dickson [05:30]“Trauma therapy helps you rewrite the narrative.” - Anna Dickson [10:23]“Being with our person allows us to heal spontaneously.” - Anna Dickson [51:11]“As long as your heart is still beating, you have a choice to change, to resolve, and a choice to become.” - Anna Dickson [01:02:43]“Trauma is so unique to each individual, and so it requires a level of uniqueness in reprocessing.” - Anna Dickson [01:07:42]Relevant links:Anna Dickson Website: https://www.ember-root.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ember.and.root/Subscribe to the podcast: Apple PodcastProduced by NC Productions. 

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has shared its first public images, revealing millions of galaxies, stars, and asteroids in stunning detail. Stephanie Deppe, astronomy content strategist at Rubin Observatory, joins us to explain what makes these images so revolutionary, how the observatory works, and what’s coming next as Rubin prepares for its ten-year Legacy Survey of Space and Time. Later in the show, we reflect on the life and legacy of the observatory’s namesake, Vera Rubin, the groundbreaking astronomer who provided the first convincing evidence of dark matter. Jess Soto, STEM Strategies Coordinator at Mount Wilson Observatory and creator of Science Women Shirts, reflects on Rubin’s efforts to open up opportunities for women in space science. Then we close out the show with Bruce Betts in our regular What’s Up segment, featuring the discovery of a brand-new interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS, the third known object to travel through our Solar System from interstellar space. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2025-first-images-rubin-observatorySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rochester's Strasenburgh Planetarium was one of hundreds of locations around the world to host a watch party for the first images from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. As reported by WXXI's Veronica Volk, the advanced telescope is expected to answer some of the universe's greatest mysteries. This hour, we talk with experts about the galaxies, nebulas, and asteroids they saw and what it all means for the future of science research and our understanding of the universe. In studio: Jim Bader, director of the Strasenburgh Planetarium Becky Borrelli, Ph.D., principal fellow in imaging systems at L3Harris Fred Moolekamp, Ph.D., research scientist at SoZen Inc./Rubin Observatory Segev BenZvi, Ph.D., associate professor of physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Rochester Take our audience survey to help us learn more about you, and make a better show for you.

Episode: 3318 Vera C. Rubin: The astronomer who brought dark matter to light.  Today, meet Vera Rubin.

In this episode of SpaceTime, we dive into the latest astronomical discoveries and the implications for future space exploration.New Interstellar Visitor: Comet 3I AtlasAstronomers have identified a new interstellar object, designated 3I Atlas, which is currently traversing our solar system. Discovered by NASA's ATLAS telescope in Chile, this comet is approximately 670 million kilometers away and poses no threat to Earth, as it will pass at a safe distance of 240 million kilometers. With a velocity exceeding 51 kilometers per second, 3I Atlas is only the third confirmed interstellar visitor, following the enigmatic Oumuamua and the more familiar comet 2I/Borisov. As observations continue, scientists are eager to learn more about its origins and characteristics.China's Ambitious Mars Sample Return MissionSpeculation is mounting that China may outpace the U.S. and Europe in the race to return the first samples from Mars. The recently announced Tianwen 3 mission aims to collect Martian samples and bring them back to Earth for detailed analysis, potentially revealing whether life ever existed on the Red Planet. This mission follows China's successful deployment of the Zhurong rover and highlights the ongoing competition in space exploration. Scientists will need to target specific locations on Mars to collect samples that could provide insights into the planet's past habitability.Vera C Rubin Observatory's Stunning First ImagesAstronomers are thrilled by the first images released by the Vera C Rubin Observatory, which features an 8.4-meter telescope and a 3,200-megapixel camera. This observatory is set to conduct the world's largest sky survey over the next decade, generating an astonishing 20 terabytes of data each night. The Legacy Survey of Space and Time will provide unprecedented insights into cosmic phenomena, including asteroids, supernovae, and the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy. Australian astronomers are collaborating in this global effort, processing and analyzing the vast amounts of data generated.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesNASA ATLAShttps://www.nasa.gov/China's Tianwen 3 Missionhttps://www.space.com/china-mars-sample-return-tianwen-3Vera C Rubin Observatoryhttps://www.lsst.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.

Exploring the Cosmos: New Telescopes, Busy Space Stations, and Martian MysteriesIn this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Heidi Campo and Professor Fred Watson take listeners on a journey through the latest astronomical discoveries and ongoing missions. From the stunning advancements in telescope technology to the bustling activity aboard the International Space Station, this episode is packed with cosmic insights that will leave you in awe.Episode Highlights:- Revolutionary Telescope Images: The episode kicks off with a discussion about a groundbreaking 8.4-meter telescope, now known as the Charles Simon Telescope. Fred shares how this state-of-the-art instrument captures breathtaking images of nebulae and galaxies in stunning detail, thanks to its massive 3.2-gigapixel camera.- The Importance of Long-Term Projects: Heidi and Fred delve into what it takes to commit to a 30-year project in the scientific community. Fred highlights the visionaries behind the telescope's development and the significance of their dedication to uncovering the mysteries of the universe.- Busy Times on the International Space Station: As the ISS hosts a record 11 astronauts, the hosts discuss the challenges and experiments taking place, including innovative studies on human physiology in microgravity. Among the crew is veteran astronaut Peggy Whitson, leading the AX4 mission, which focuses on understanding human interactions in space.- Mysterious Martian Landscapes: The episode wraps up with a fascinating look at newly discovered ridges on Mars, termed "boxwork lattice" landforms. Fred explains their formation and the implications for understanding Mars' watery past, while also touching on the human tendency to see familiar shapes in alien landscapes.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/aboutStay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.For commercial-free versions of Space Nuts, join us on Patreon, Supercast, Apple Podcasts, or become a supporter here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support

From July 2, 2025. Join us as we look at two parallel stories - the development of the Vera Rubin Observatory and the SpaceX Starship rocket. Both projects are 20 years in the making, and both were supposed to start work in 2019. Both hit new milestones in June, and it's time to review their very different progress. Also included in this episode: Tales from the launch pad.   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.

A new observatory in Chile, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, is searching the skies for things like asteroids, dark matter and dark energy. What new things might it uncover about the cosmos? Plus, the rovers on Mars are exploring two craters that have evidence of past water. Could they also be home to ancient life? lead scientists closer to finding out if Mars had water flowing on its surface.

Astronomy Cast Ep. 761: It's Here! The Vera Rubin Observatory By Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay Streamed live June 25, 2025. The time has come. The mighty Vera Rubin Observatory has finally come on line and delivered its “first light” images. And by Pamela's rules that means we get to talk about it! So let's do that! After decades of waiting, we have images from Vera Rubin Observatory!   SUPPORTED BY YOU This Episode is made possible thanks to our Patrons on Patreon. Join at the Galaxy Group level or higher to be listed in our YouTube videos. Thanks to: BogieNet, Stephen Vei, Jeanette Wink, Siggi Kemmler, Andrew Poelstra, Brian Cagle, David Truog, Ed, David, Gerhard Schwarzer, Sergio Sancevero, Sergey Manouilov, Burry Gowen, David Rossetter, Michael Purcell, Jason Kwong

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The first images from the brand new Vera C. Rubin Observatory have finally been unveiled, and they show us the cosmos like never before. The camera captures so much detail that its first complete image contains about 10 million galaxies. Host Flora Lichtman talks with Dr. Federica Bianco about our dazzling new view of the night sky, how the camera works, and what cosmic mysteries it may reveal.See images from the telescope on our website.Guest: Dr. Federica Bianco is an astrophysicist at the University of Delaware and the deputy project scientist for the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.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.

In this exclusive interview, Professor Mario Jurić reveals how the Vera Rubin Observatory accidentally discovered 2,000 asteroids in just 10 hours while testing its capabilities on the distant Virgo Cluster—transforming humanity's asteroid discovery rate from 20,000 per year globally to potentially over one million annually with a single telescope. Jurić explains how VRO's revolutionary multi-messenger astronomy capabilities will detect dark matter's effects and light simultaneously, automatically slewing to capture cosmic catastrophes like black hole collisions within 30 seconds of detection. From mapping dark matter in galaxy clusters 54 million light-years away to building Earth's first comprehensive planetary defense system against asteroid impacts, this conversation explores how one observatory is about to fundamentally change both our understanding of the universe and our ability to survive in it. — Please join my mailing list here