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Travelers In The Night
331E-350-Asteroid Defense

Travelers In The Night

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 2:01


In 2013 a 56 foot diameter space rock exploded over Chelyabinsk, Russia releasing the energy of 450 kt of TNT and filled local hospitals with some of the 1,500 people who were injured. Fortunately no one died. In 1908 a 200 ft diameter meteor exploded over a largely unpopulated region at Tunguska, Siberia knocking down trees over a 750 square mile area. If it had hit over a populated area it could have caused a million casualties. The approximately 250 people in the USA that NASA has working on asteroid detection and ways of mitigating the effects of an asteroid impact have plenty to do. We still have to locate and track about a hundred very large asteroids which could produce global climate change. Further, there are approximately 14,500 undiscovered slightly smaller ones which could cause a hurricane sized footprint damage areas to land areas on our planet. Fortunately it is extremely unlikely that any but one of the smallest space rocks will hit the Earth in the next 100 years.

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Cáel Defeats The Illuminati: Part 12

ExplicitNovels

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025


The first Ishara open  House Challenge .Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.Odd Happenings{8:58 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go; the Final Salvo ~ at this time}I had deposited my Mother in the place I felt was safest for her   with OT (Oyuun T m rbaatar) at the Kazakhstan's UN mission. Her being my family was what mattered to them most. I picked her up on my way to work, which made my entrance into the lobby all that much more cataclysmic.I was traveling light with only Wiesława Živa providing me with security. Chaz, Pamela and Juanita were catching up with their sleep, with a promise of taking me out for a late lunch. That was really them telling me to not leave JIKIT until they came for me around 2:00 pm.So anyway, me, Mom and Wiesława walked into the ground floor of the Mil Ma Towers to find eleven people waiting on us. We were in downtown Manhattan in a part of town the NYPD paid particular attention to. What could go wrong, right? Two of the people were Amazons from Havenstone. With them were two fine young men from the US 'don't make me kill you' Department. By this time in my life I was sure they had one   which no one talked about.Five of my expectant visitors were of the same mold as those who protected Hana for me. Not the Ghost Tigers   that would have put me at ease. Sure, they were a gang of assassin and in this circumstance; I would have preferred them. As it was, ten sets of highly-trained Illuminati operative eyes kept me, my party and the four guardians of JIKIT in their overlapping fields of vision.The last two, were doing an impromptu family reunion. They were Aunts 'X' and 'Y', and neither of them smelled like fish, or crab."Aunt Deidre," I tossed out there. "What brings you here today?"It looked like clobbering time! No. Wait. Neither Mom, nor my aunts, were saying anything and they were normally so verbose."Sibeal.""Imogen.""Sibeal, you are looking surprisingly well for a dead woman," the other one said."Deidre, you are looking surprisingly alive for someone who deserves to be dead," Mom bantered back."How long have you known about this?" Imogen's eyes flickered my way."Not long, a while, more than a day, ah, take your pick," I mumbled. I decided to turn that frown aka 'my gut wrenching terror that my Mother was about to die' upside down aka ramped up my sexy, 'glad to see you in a totally incestuous way'."So, what brings you here today and why aren't you waiting upstairs with the rest of my band of cutthroats, malcontents and ne'er do-wells? Oh, and I'm happy to see both of you." Karma was about to bitch-slap the shit out of me and it was so well deserved."I'm pregnant," Imogen studied my reaction. Yeah, I had banged her after Deidre, but before Baibre because I am a fucking reprehensible human being and sometimes, I feel I am utterly irredeemable."Great news," I exhaled. I so wanted to ask 'so, who is the father?' except that was too cruel, even for an O'Shea.No one stopped me from stepping up and hugging her. Everyone in the lobby had heard her loud and clear. Anyone who knew me, or even about me, knew she wasn't passing on the information because Imogen liked sharing good news. I kept my hands on her hips while I leaned my torso back until we could make eye contact."Does Granddad know?" It occurred to me in that second that Pamela was going to kick herself for missing this and the opportunity to kick me as well."I told him over the phone. His reaction was neutral," she responded."Whoa, girl? Boy? How are you doing? When are we going to sit down and figure out a name? Is there anything I can do for you?""Come home with me," she suggested."No," Mom snapped. "Next time he steps into your custody, we all know you won't let him get away." She meant the plane trip to Ireland."No, Mom," I countered. "I'm a grown man now and I make my own decisions. That being said   no, I'm not going home with you.""Not only am I still in love with the concept of my personal freedom, I have important work to do. People are counting on me.""We are counting on you too," Deidre stated. "In fact, that is the other reason we came here. We need you.""Why do I feel that has to do with something besides sex?""Can we talk to you in private?" Imogen requested. There were a thousand and one reasons to say 'no'. Things like 'common sense', bad behavior   they had murdered my homicidal uncle   and the fact they were as morally twisted as their creator. Oh   and they were hot and I hadn't been laid in forever."Sure. Let's go upstairs. You can have your people sweep the room to ensure our privacy then the four of us can sit down and have a family chat," I offered."We don't want her in the room," Deidre indicated Mom."We are a package deal," I denied her. "Like her, or not, she is as much family to me as you both are."They consented far too fast. Either I was falling into their masterful trap, or something horrible had happened. Neither options was palatable to me. The bodyguards departed, Wiesława last of all."What's gone wrong?" Mom preempted me. Her sisters glared."Father's body is not his own," Imogen told us. I was trying to figure out the relevance of that when Mom gasped."Oh fuck," she said in a small voice. "No serum?" Oh yeah, the refinement of those addictive pheromones Grandpa Cáel had gifted me with. Whatever flesh-form he currently inhabited wasn't one containing his genetic make-up meaning,"Oh shit," I mumbled. "What can I do?""Yes," Deidre replied to Mom."Let them die," Mom insisted (to me). Less I forget, she was raised by Grandpa Cáel too. Her being a loving mother to me didn't translate over to her being a humanitarian of any kind."The Hell you say," I jumped up and stared down at Mom. "You hate them. I don't. Letting them die makes me worse than him." Grandpa."So you will help us?" Deidre moved to the edge of her seat."Okay. This is the point where I threaten you into making some concessions, we argue then you eventually cave in because no matter how terrible your futures look, you aren't willing to give up on living. None of that is going to happen. What do you need from me?""Come back with us to Ireland so we can finish our experiments," Imogen joined me in standing. Unwilling to give her sister any physical advantage, Mom stood as well."No. That isn't even a believable lie," I scolded her. "You don't need to blackmail me into helping you. I'll do it gladly. That doesn't mean I'll let you trick me into doing something stupid. I do 'stupid' all the time. I'm accustomed to it and I know it when its ugly head rises up before me. Try again.""We could pick a neutral location," Deidre suggested."How about Havenstone?" They didn't look like that plan was even worthy of their consideration. "Imogen, inside you is growing a possible heir to House Ishara. An attack on you would be an attack on Ishara. Barring you betraying the Amazons, you would be perfectly safe.""Wonderful," Mom's sarcasm dripped off every word. "I'm going to be a grandmother to my nephew while my son is bringing a child into the world that can double as his cousin.""That sound pretty horrible, Mom. It is the truth, but it still sounds pretty terrible."While those words tumbled out of my mouth, I did a little soul back-searching. How in the fuck was   outside of the actual fucking   was Imogen pregnant? My existence was a freaking fluke of nature. A few words were bandied about the room while I was lost in deductive reasoning and turning hunches into assumptions and turning those into reasonable mystic hypotheses.I created the Mojo-Little Engine that thought it could. Specifically, the legacy of Vranus. Legions of little Vranusian sperm had been jumping hurdle after hurdle to keep the faith alive   that Vranus would meet his Ancestors with his mission accomplished. I was already half way there.Still, the legacy of Vranus and the hopes of Dot Ishara hadn't stopped in their struggle just because I had been born. They were still trying to restore the mortal descendants of a Dead House. They were also still spiritually pushing me on to fulfill his last command   to save the Arinniti sons.I was halfway there by returning the offspring of Bolu, Vranus' fellow guardian, back to the fold. It remained for me to round up the purpose of the whole mission in the first place. My semen weren't taking a chance that I could get gakked before that was accomplished. Having knocked up an augur despite the toxic soup she called blood should have been a dire warning to me, I'm an idiot.When the curse of Sarrat Irkalli clashed with the actions of Dot Ishara, Ishara had won. Sarrat Irkalli sought to deny Alal any children of his own. Dot was insisting the male line of Vranus Ishara continue on. The end result was Alal received his long-denied grandson, who just happened to also want him dead because of a feud that stretched back over two millennia.As an added insult, his grandson then knocked up one of Alal's genetically manipulated daughters, again giving him something he couldn't accomplish on his own   heirs   grand-sons and  daughters, most who would also want to kill him, being Amazons and members of the 9 Clans after all. Why? Cause Goddesses are bitches, that's why.That got me to wondering when would be the next time I was going to meet Ishara. I hadn't suffered severe head trauma in while and she was overdue for some snuggle time, witty banter and a fortune cookie. I'd try to be careful. It wouldn't do any good, but I had to try."Why are you crying?" Mom touched my arm."No reason," I lied."Why don't we make plans for tonight?" Deidre insinuated herself next to me. "We'd like to meet Hana. From what I understand, Father likes her.""No can-do," I sniffled. "I've got an orgy with 159 women at 8 o'clock, except there won't be any sex, or fun of any kind. Basically, I have to convince a roomful of women to not beat me up and take my stuff.""You don't have to go," Imogen had finished boxing me in   I had a chair behind me and Momma-clones all around."For the same reason I'm going to take care of our child, Imogen, I have to go to this meeting. People are counting on me to do the right thing without telling me what the right thing to do is.""That's unfair," Deidre empathized by stroking my chest."Not so. This is just another day in the life of a new hire at Havenstone Commercial Investments. Every day is like this and in five more days, the real fun beings." That wasn't entirely accurate. I had one good, stress-free week. It was when Carrig put me in a coma. That week I had done pretty well for myself.{9:28 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go}I trundled my latest 'Assistant-in-Charge of keeping the hopes of future Isharans alive' (I didn't want to call Aunt Imogen, or any other woman, my 'Baby-Mamma'), along with Mom and Deidre, for a meet-and-greet with Buffy. I had spelled out in no uncertain terms that Buffy was the power behind the Ishara Throne and thus making 'her' believe they were playing on the up-and-up was their best hope for easing relations between the O'Shea and the Amazon Host.After they left me (with the assurance we'd be getting back together for lunch, with Hana), I made three calls. I needed to make a formal request to Katrina (any Illuminati member(s) entering any Amazon facility was her purview) and another to Elsa (as a sign of respect) that Aunt Imogen and two unarmed bodyguards, max, needed to see our medicos about a delicate issue.The third call was to Buffy to enlighten her as to both the arrival of another one of my aunts (so we needed to get along peacefully with her) and that Aunt Imogen was carrying yet another potential heir to House Ishara. I suggested it would be a symbolic gesture if a member of House Ishara could hang around for the visit, as it might impress upon Imogen our House had a vested interest in keeping her alive."Another one?" Buffy sizzled. "And this one is your aunt?""It is a date then," I stumped her."You are going to take your pregnant aunt out on a date?" Buffy's sizzle meter was rapidly climbing to Krakatoa proportions."Nope. I'm setting up a date for us. You, me and a quiet location at 12:01 am Tuesday morning, my First. Later in the morning, I'll be heading out to wherever they have stored Felix so we can work on some cooperative strategy.""And if I say 'no'?" She was terribly grumpy."Ugh, I guess I'll go bar-crawling with Odette and Timothy, Gay and Lesbian bars only. That way I know I'll behave.""And if they say 'no'?" she was slightly less hostile."I'll know you threatened their lives, and then you and I will finally find out who is better on the mats. Trust me, it will not be an experience you will enjoy.""I don't know. I think I'd like that.""No. You start threatening the other people I love and you will not be happy; I guarantee that, Buffy."She realized I was both serious and angry. She had stepped out of bounds, the 'bounds' I had set up two hours earlier during our elevator ride."Is the meeting still on for the night?" she evaded my disappointment."Yes. Will you be there?""Of course," she grumped."Buffy, don't bother showing up if you can't separate 'us' as friends, 'us' as Wakko Ishara and my First, and you as my apprentice."Making me miserable in the first relationship doesn't help the latter two one bit. I try not to be an irresponsible asshole as House Head. More than anyone else, you know what I will sacrifice to be Ishara and one with my Isharans. I'll also step out and be plain ole 'Cáel Nyilas' when events permit.""But I am sick and tired of people not taking my desire to be foolish and care-free seriously. Being a dogmatic ass-hat isn't in me, but if you can't work with that, from here on out we are Wakko Ishara and Buffy Ishara and nothing more. I will still trust you as an Isharan, but not as a friend. Your choice.""Don't be such an asshole!" she snapped."Screw you!" I fired back. "I made a fucking effort to plan out some personal time with you, disguised as a joke; you knew it and you still decided to be a ball-buster. Like I need another fucking ball-buster right now, with all the other shit on my plate. You know better!" I was screaming. The people in JIKIT were working overtime at not staring at me."I'm under a ton of stress here too," she snarled. "I have to deal with the Council, keep our House growing and fulfill my obligations with Executive Services.""Do you want to quit? No longer by my 'apprentice'? Go back to working for Katrina full time?""Really?" she whispered."Of course the fuck not!" I shouted. "I didn't pick you for the job because of your sterling personality, or your bedroom excellence. I picked you because I had, and still have, utter faith in your ability to do whatever is necessary to overcome the landfill-sized colossal ill-fortune the Ancestors have dumped in our lap.""I'm just asking you to stop being a whiny, over-sensitive cunt and remember: it was the psychotic bitch who I chose for the top spot," I rumbled."I'm going to kick your ass," she seethed."Nice to know. We on for Monday night?"Pause."Yes," and she hung up. Two seconds later my phone rang again. "Buffy?" I answered. "And don't be late!" she menaced, then hung up again."So," Addison turned my way, "are you praying for World Peace to break out, or Nuclear War?""Hardy-har-har," I griped."Now that your personal drama is temporarily derailed, we have something for you to look at," Mehmet motioned for my attention. "Ever heard of Kōfuku no Kagaku?" I shook my head. "It translates over as 'Happy Science' and it is a cult-like organization in Japan.""Cool beans. Why do I have a sinking impression it is not a front for the Ninja?""That is what we want you to find out," Addison took over. "Of critical importance is the news conference their leader, Ryuho Okawa, gave earlier this afternoon/morning (~ 3:17 pm Tokyo time = 2:17 am East Coast time ~), especially a very relevant part of his interesting public announcement."He claims to be the Earthly manifestation of the Supreme Being. That is old news. Today he claimed that Temujin of the Khanate was the reincarnation of the original Genghis Khan and, with him, Ryuho, as the unifier of theological forces and therefore serving as spiritual advisor to Temujin, they would usher in a new period of Peace throughout Asia.""I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop," I exhaled."He also claims that Japan is in the midst of an epic struggle, both spiritually and in the physical sense. The 'ancient guardians' of Japanese purity, the 6 Ninja Families, are at war with the depth of all Evil, the Chinese Seven Pillars of Heaven by name, who are determined to drag all of Asia away from the Light and into the Darkness of pain, degradation and slavery."In fact I quote: 'Alone among the nations of the Earth, only the Japanese cultural identity can stand firm against this global menace. Only the Japanese can keep the torch of true Enlightenment aloft. Only the Japanese can guide the development of the Khanate into the Supreme Empire it is meant to be'.""I'm going to go out on a limb here and say this guy is pseudo-religious, a Japanese ultra-nationalist as well as anti 'all things Sino'," came out of my mouth."Correct.""None of the Secret Societies would do something so public. Temujin's background is a mystery, but no one in the Khanate is calling him a reincarnated spirit, and they know the truth," I continued."This guy is pretty nutty," Mehmet confirmed. "He also claims to channel Buddha, Mohammed, Christ and Confucius. His followers worship him as the Earthly manifestation of the 'Supreme Being' named El Cantare, which is yet another name for any number of ancient supreme deities. And he claims to consult with the 'spirit guardians' of national leaders and aids in their mystic defense, with the aid of the Five Sacred Sisters' Spirits."Clearly this man was insane. Unfortunately, insane didn't make someone wrong,"Ah Hell," I muttered.Mehmet and Addison perked up; after all, figuring out the bizarre was my position on the team."He probably is insane, and I can't blame him," I sighed. "He isn't El Cantare; he is in touch with the Weave.""I have a feeling this is 'not good'," Addison murmured. "How bad is it?""The Five Sacred Spirit Sisters are most likely the five augurs who died in order to save Temujin, which, in turn, allies the 9 Clans with the E&S and Amazons to 'save' Japan, though it is not 'saved' yet.""Technically, the Weave IS the Supreme Being. It's largely indifferent, yet capable of doing both good and ill in response to outside (aka mortal) stimuli. If you can observe the Weave, you might be able to see the most likely path destiny is taking as well as the key players screwing with that destiny."That would include the Gong Tau sorcerers and the ninjas use of their own brand of magic; and God only knows what other mystic tricks the others have been attempting.""How do we get them to stop?" Captain Delilah Faircloth muttered."Not that easy Delilah. Everyone in this room has intersected because of a magic experiment that happened before any of us were born (Mom).""The fight at Summer Camp was flipped on its head because I saw the ghost the 7 Pillars sent to scout the area. My freeing of one of those trapped and tortured souls led to the calamity at the Barbeque Pit. I didn't use magic. I countered it. Still, my actions were interfering with the Weave."All four people the augurs, those Five Sisters, told me about had been dead at some point in time, some for thousands of years. Ajax didn't kill anyone using magic. Neither has Saku, yet both of them are products of disruptions in the Weave. 'Me' being alive and breathing is yet another disruption, since I shouldn't exist because of another mystic curse from five thousand years ago."Being alive and killing people means I've killed people who shouldn't be dead. Do we need to go into all the millions that have died in the Khanate war? Which was a combination of a resurrected Temujin and the 7 Pillars hunger for World Domination, if we do nothing, the rippled of those other disruption will still carry on."Except for me, no one on this taskforce has used an iota of magic, yet we are all dedicated to combatting mystical forces," I related to the group. I wondered where Rikki (Martin) and Beatrice (Ya Konan) had gotten off to. Lady Yum-Yum being absent only made my 'Scooby' senses tingle more."You use magic?" Agent-86 tilted his head in curiosity."I talk to a Goddess on a semi-regular business. I see ghosts. I've been the conveyer of messages from dead people and I've killed an un-killable man. Do we need to go back over my kidnapping by the 7 Pillars? The memories of my undead Grandfather floating around in my head?""I'm not calling thunderbolts out of the sky and shooting fireballs out my ass, but what I am doing is magical, nonetheless.""So, what do we recommend to our allies and benefactors (i.e., our sovereign governments)?" Mehmet inquired."Hmm, we tell our governments this crackpot is a Prophet of Doom who could be turned into an asset," I rubbed my brow with all four fingers and a thumb. Rikki, Beatrice and Lady Worthington-Burke quietly entered the room. They were all highly pleased in a 'I just won the lottery' kind of way. I was curious, but had to carry on with my train of thought."Quietly start seeking out other mystic societies, preferably low-key, quiet types who avoid the limelight, and start looking into other forms of magical insight and, quite frankly, protection. If the Weave has let this happen, we can expect worse. Lastly, I'll ask my 'Brother' to meet with this guy and get a feel for his personality.""That will only increase the believability of his ramblings," Addison protested."The boat called 'Denial' has already sailed. The World is in crisis. People are going to look for non-conventional answers. It is better to get ahead of this and bring Ryuho Okawa on board as a 'consultant'. Don't give him the whole picture by any means. The guy is definitely a loose cannon. Even worse, he is also a loose cannon the Weave has touched.""Besides, the Seven Pillars are going to figure this out pretty quick, their Weave sensitivity, ya know, and either kidnap him to be their own spiritual seismic sensor, or kill him for being both a loose cannon and yet another person screwing with their 'best laid plans'. Keeping him alive has the added benefit of making the Seven Pillars expend resources trying to get at him. Japan needs every bit diversion they can get."Let's not forget to tell our Secret Society allies of our plans, lest they kill him too. His babblings aren't going to make the 9 Clans or the E&S happy with him. They both have an established habit of making perceived enemies dead. Let's keep him alive and utilize this opportunity.""I like this plan," Addison nodded. Mehmet was clearly on board as well. Agent-86 clearly was playing the best on-line mystic MMORPG ever! (And with the added bonus that his team's action had real-world consequences.) The three 'ladies' new to the room received an abbreviated version of our discussion and my 'suggestions'. They weren't really suggestions. Barring a few insanely criminal endeavors, JIKIT treated me like a true asset."Something else big?" Addison looked to her British counterpart (Yum-Yum)."The Japanese Diet has voted for a public referendum on a Constitutional Amendment to repeal/revise Article 96 of the Japanese Constitution.""Oh fuck," was echoed, either verbally or subliminally, by everyone in the room except for me, Delilah and Agent-86.'Cáel' knew Jack and Shit about the Japanese Constitution. Hell, I barely knew about the US one and I was a native. However, Alal did know it, and knew both what Article 96 was and what its amendment really meant. Good-old 96 was the rolling dark cloud across the political Great Plains that heralded a swarm of tornados. Clouds were clouds and their arrival could mean anything.Article 96 dictated how the Japanese Constitution could be amended. The current process was a 2/3rd vote in both the House of Councilors (the 'Upper House', roughly equivalent to our Senate) and the House of Representatives (the 'Lower' House) followed by a public referendum. The proposed amendment to Article 96 would transform the process to a mere majority vote in both Houses.Imagine the shit-storm which would be unleashed if the US Congress tried to pull that shit. The biggest political issue was that the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) held 294 of the 475 seats in the lower house (a clear majority) and 115 of the 242 in the Upper House (7 seats short of a majority). If the amendment passed next month (October 14th to be precise), the LDP could pretty much do as they pleased.And what was the first thing they were going to do? They were going to put to rest another part of the Constitution, namely the far more globally important Article 9. And what was that?Real World Stuff: WarningsArticle 9:(1)Aspiring sincerely to an international peace based on justice and order, the Japanese people forever renounce war as a sovereign right of the nation and the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes.(2)To accomplish the aim of the preceding paragraph, land, sea, and air forces, as well as other war potential, will never be maintained. The right of belligerency of the state will not be recognized.If Article 9 was repealed, the Japanese nation could exercise diplomacy by military means, aka declaring an offensive war against a foreign power. Currently Japan had a modest budget military budget of $48 Billion a year (Earth's 10th largest). It was modest when you considered it was a mere 1% of the Japanese GDP. Great Britain, France and South Korea's smaller economies all functioned nicely with double that percentage for their military budget.Regionally, every other nation was increasing their military expenditures, except Japan's protector, the US and (perhaps) North Korea, who's spending on anything was a closely guarded state secret. Right now, China and the Khanate's military expenditures were running roughly even at $180 billion each, but this was an arm's race the PRC would eventually win, they had too great an advantage in the size of their workforce and a far larger industrial base.The truth was, if the PRC couldn't win this race fast, she was facing a long, grinding war reminiscent of the Communists' Long Rise to Power that wrecked their country a century ago. The monetary dynamic was shifting badly against them because the Khanate wasn't alone.India, Taiwan and Vietnam were also ramping up their war spending to a combined tune of $34 billion and now allied with the Khanate, equating to an additional $90 billion the PRC had to overcome. South Korea was already adding $8 billion to their military and Russia was taxing the fuck out of Manchuria to both pay for their 'Peaceful Intervention' and to increase the 'Readiness' of their other forces.All of this military spending was bad for both the regional and global economies (unless you were Israel who was turning out hardware 24/7/365 for the Khanate and Indian war machines). So at this point, Japan doing 'nothing' was possibly more disastrous than doing 'something' else.They were already spending $50 fucking billion on glorified policemen while the future of East Asia was being decided without them. Doubling the military budget would place a huge burden on the largely pacifistic population. It would also put Japan in the position of deciding the Fate of Nations.With the repeal of Article 9, Japan could utilize 'proactive means' to keep the naval supply routes to China open, not even the Indian's had the naval presence to confront the Japanese. Such a policy was a nice, friendly gesture to the Asian Colossus, who wasn't likely to show a shred of appreciation for their efforts.No, China had spent the last 60 years stoking the hatred of the Land of the Rising Sun among their people. (Many Japanese forgot current Chinese hatred was based on the Japanese butchering their way across China for nearly a decade between 1937 to 1945).(The Cornerstone) There was a truism which had guided American, Chinese, Japanese and Russian political thought for 150 years: 'There could only be one supreme power in East Asia and the Eastern Pacific'. Japan had followed the logical expression of that paradigm by invading Taiwan (1895), Korea (1910), beating up on Imperial Russia (1904), taking Manchuria (1931) and going to war with China (1937) while that country was trapped in a bloody civil war.To stop the Empire of Japan's rise, the US had attempted to cripple the Japanese economy before the Empire could harvest their just-acquired Asian natural resources. In response, Japan had thrown its soldiers and sailors into a futile effort against the British Empire, the United States and China and lost.With Imperial Japan crushed and the Soviet Union preoccupied in Europe, China had risen. The irresistible force of China's rapidly increasing population, natural resources exploitation and extensive land mass took hold. Japan couldn't compete in a 'fair' fight. Since 1945, the Japanese government had lived with the fear of aggression from Russia and/or China aimed their way.The US felt the same way, or they had. The fear produced by the broad acceptance of 'Only-One-Shall-Rule-Asia' had led to the Korean War, the half-century cease-fire along the Demilitarized Zone in Korea and the Vietnamese Civil War. The Communists in China and Russia had feuded until the Soviet Union collapsed under its own economic inadequacies.A reborn Russia, even with the ultra-nationalist Putin at the helm, couldn't stop China's growing domination. Asia was China's for the taking, until the Khanate rose up like some desert mirage in the Western Steppe, one that turned into the Mother of All Storms. So now, miraculously, the dominion of Asia was up for grabs once more.Japan could not overcome China; that was a given. The Dragon had more people, more resources and an almost three-fold larger economy. Given a decade, the PRC would grind the Khanate down. Once more it was the tyranny of numbers. Even India, Taiwan and Vietnam could only slow down the inevitable.India's subpar economic output marginalized the power of their citizenry. Taiwan had the proportional economy, but not nearly enough people. Vietnam had neither and had always had a rough time defending themselves, much less been successful confronting powers beyond her homeland. Putin's Mother Russia had a host of other problems, internal and external, so she had already contributed as much as Putin dared.Until Thursday morning, Tokyo Time, the undeniable Destiny of Asia remained in the hands of those men in Beijing. The dominoes were falling in a way those rulers had not foreseen and now fumed over. But on Wednesday night, there was no industrial power (with the population to back it up) which could threaten the People's Republic of China.Europe and the US wouldn't intervene. Much like the leadership in Japan, the Communist Chinese Politburo believed Putin had wagered as much as dared. No other nation on Earth mattered. Japan? That was laughable. Their Constitution bound the hands off their military behind their backs with a pledge of eternal pacifism.The Chinese weren't blind to the 250,000 men and women of the Japanese Self Defense Force. Without the political will, those troops might have well have been in Brazil. A hostile Brazil was actually a greater worry because Brazil was the powerhouse of South America, a G-8 economy and hungered for a Permanent Seat on the UN Security Council. The PRC was dedicated to denying their desire as it would have diluted the PRC's burgeoning diplomatic power.Japan? Ha.Thursday morning, in what was essentially an undetected (by anyone except the Ninja and JIKIT) coup d' tat, pacifism was sacrificed on the Altar of Nationalism. Article 96's demise was pre-ordained. A poll taken on July 1st, 42% of Japanese felt positively about the repeal of Article 96 while 46% opposed it.The same agency took a new poll on August 28th. The economic-political situation of Japan was going through a titanic tidal shift. If Buddhism moved you toward devout pacifist, the Khanate had liberated Tibet and was clearly withdrawing as the UN troops' boots hit the ground.If you were a Nationalist of any kind, you were seeing a whole lot more people at your rallies, accessing your websites and signing up to join your formerly fringe parties. If you were a Socialist, you were scared. Why? The PRC was in the process of nationalizing all of Japan's (and South Korea's and Taiwan's) business interests in China, for the 'Duration of the Emergency', or so they said.That meant plenty of Japanese workers were losing their jobs and looking to blame someone. You couldn't blame the centrist LDP. The LDP had been working alongside the Japanese Communist Party for months. They had done nothing wrong and had worked tirelessly for a peaceful diplomatic solution. It was their 'comrades' in China, their Marxist confederates, who were costing the hard-working Japanese workers their jobs.If you were in the Establishment, all of the above worried the crap out of you. Japan's economy had been limping along at barely-positive growth for a decade. Your aging population needed more and more from their public services and, worst of all, you had nothing in your political and economic tool box to escape the obvious oncoming national catastrophe.The possibility of a Global Recession loomed on the horizon, if they were lucky. Highly respected economists in Japan and elsewhere were examining all the key indicators over the past three months and were suggesting hording as a viable policy for middle class households to consider. If you were in the Developing World, worse was heading your way.The word being bandied about on those esteemed academic internet websites wasn't 'recession', it was depression. Global prosperity thrived on nations investing in both their own economy and the economies of other nations. The governments representing a third of the World's population were not investing in their economies.Unless you were a war profiteer, you could expect fewer consumer goods on the shelves; and what was there would cost more. Your income wasn't going up; your expenses were. If you were an Atheistic homeowner in the Western World with a secured 3.25% fixed rate home loan, you took up religion. The prime interest rate would be racing for the 20% mark and that was only if your economy was stable.If you lived in a country in the Developing World, your trade goods didn't compete with those created in the G-20. Your competition was with other Developing World businesses and the prize was the pocketbooks of those consumers in the G-20, which was a shrinking purse.It wasn't like you were being paid all that much to begin with; and now those once poor-paying, but at least plentiful, jobs were drying up. You needed your government to help you out. It wasn't like those governments could raise money by taxing the unemployed and under-employed. They didn't have money. And the rich in most of those same nations had a long and successful legacy of avoiding paying.Those growing economies had a few tried and tested 'solutions' for getting their countries through these rough stretches.The IMF? 'We are out to make 'positive' capital investments and your economic outlook doesn't look promising. We suggest 'austerity'.'The BRICS? Since India and China were basically in an undeclared state of war: 'we won't be loaning anyone anything for a while.'The BIS? 'As soon as the People' Bank of China, the Reserve Bank of India, the Central Bank of Ireland, the Bank of Israel and the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey get back to us about their sudden, serious lack of transparency, we'll call you back.'World Bank? Holy Shit! 'The world's going down the toilet, we will do what we can.'F Y I, I (as in Cáel) had been wrong. The 6 Elders of the Ninja families didn't talk to Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee. They talked with another, far more immediately important man. So sue me (Cáel) for not knowing the inner workings of various world governments, and creatively interpreting events surrounding all those people I (Cáel) didn't. I'm a freaking Liberal Arts major with a fertile imagination, not a superspy, or even a competent Intelligence Analyst!}The Japanese government had appealed to the U.S., U.N., P.R.C., A.S.E.A.N., India; and (through back channels aka JIKIT) the Khanate for an end to this madness; all with typical results:The U.S.A: We are working on it (without letting them know what precisely they were working on)Japan: Well, do something fast. Our Government Bonds are about to be more useful as wallpaper.The U.N.: We are working on it (with their long-established tradition of not doing anything until the crisis had passed)Japan: You are preparing to pass a Resolution to move this matter from the First Committee to the Fourth Committee, gee, thanks guys. Will they be meeting sometime before Christmas?The PRC: We are too busy right now, so shut up, keep the trade lanes open, and was that your submarine we detected sneaking into our territorial waters?Japan: What? What do you mean you are 'too busy?' You are one of our biggest trading partners, your economy is going down the toilet, and, No! That was not our submarine in your territorial waters. That accusation is absurd.(Note from Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Admiral Katsutoshi Kawano, head of the JMSDF {the de facto Japanese Navy}), The PRC has made this outrageous claim that one of our submarines has been sneaking around their territorial waters. There is no truth to that rumor, right?Kawano: Which time?Prime Minister: Oh My God! What have you people been doing and why is this the first time I'm hearing about it?Kawano: Sir, if you are just now getting around to asking us, you don't want to know.Prime Minister: What do you mean 'I don't want to know?' I'm the head of the damn government and, you are right. Fine. There is no way I'm going back to the Chinese Ambassador and apologizing for any this. Is there any way this can come back to screw us over?Kawano: With all these US and British submarines helping us out, not very likely, Prime Minister.Prime Minister: Oh, very good. You are correct, I don't want to know what you 'haven't' been doing. I am ordering you to destroy all transcripts and recordings of this conversation.Kawano: It has been my distinct honor not having this conversation with you, Prime Minister. Sayōnara.ASEAN, What do you expect us to do about this? Have you seen the unimpressive combined sizes of our members' air forces and navies? Did you see the smack-down the Khanate has inflicted on the PLAN's South China Sea Fleet?Besides, the PRC is claiming that the Khanate launched covert attacks against the Parcels and Spratly islands which originated from Indonesian and Filipino waters. We are investigating the issue. If you are asking us for help, you are truly screwed. Don't call us. We will call you.Japan, {muttering} Investigating the attacks that came from your territory, bullshit! You are covering your own asses, damn it!(Note from Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Shotaro Yachi, Japanese National Security Advisor), I've heard an ugly rumor that the Khanate has forces secreted in the Philippines and Indonesia. Do you happen to know anything about it?Yachi: Yes Sir. We had advance notice of the organization, composition and destination of those forces.Awbee (while muttering 'no one tells me anything anymore'): What the! Would you please tell me what is going on.Yachi: We have made critical steps toward future alliances which will guarantee Japanese security for decades to come.Awbee What does that mean, and since when have you been creating and implementing foreign policy? We have a Minister for that, in case you somehow over-looked him at the last cabinet meeting. Wait! Does he know about this too?Yachi: No Sir, Foreign Minister Kishida is currently unaware of the Kinkyū tokushu sakusen tasukufōsu (Emergency Special Operations Task Force). Admiral Katsutoshi knows the basics of our operational policy, since we need to borrow some of his assets from time to time. Director-General Kitada (of the Public Security Intelligence Agency) and key personnel from the Foreign Ministry's Intelligence & Analysis Service and Security Bureau make up the majority of the task force's operatives.Awbee: What have you been doing?Yachi: You don't want to know, Mr. Prime Minister. It would make things, awkward.Awbee: 'You don't want to know', of course, I don't. I'm only the elected head of this government. Why would I possibly want to know what acts of espionage and war my deputies are executing?Yachi: I am glad we are on the same page, Sir. Will there be anything else?Awbee: No, wait. Do you have any intelligence on what the Khanate is up to?Yachi: Yes Sir. Is there anything in particular you want to know?Analysis Services: Can you contact someone in their leadership willing to discuss regional affairs?Yachi: I can put you in touch with the Great Khan himself if necessary.AS: What!Yachi: Sir, I would hardly be acting in our nation's best interests if I couldn't divine the intentions of the key players on the stage. Shall I initiate the necessary communications to facilitate that level of clandestine diplomatic contact?AS: No. Yes. No, I need to think about this. Hmm, have you been conducting any domestic espionage missions?Yachi: You don't want me to answer that, Sir.Awbee: of course I don't, I'm only the damn Prime Minister. Shotaro, I'm still Prime Minister, aren't I?Yachi: Yes Sir. We have been working overtime to ensure that. We've foiled two enemy assassination attempts and one attempted kidnapping so far. We remain vigilant.AS: How come this is the first I'm hearing about it? Is the head of my security in on this conspiracy of yours too?Yachi: No Sir. These particular guardians wish to avoid notoriety at all costs.Awbee: Okay. Good to know. Ah, keep up the good work and destroy any trace of this conversation.Yachi: Way ahead of you, Sir. Have a good night.India, Yes, we are more than willing to work with you toward regional stability. Care to acknowledge the Khanate's legitimacy first? We'd really appreciate it. Sure, get back to us when you've done that. Until then, the South China Sea Awaits! Yes, we plan to keep what we've earned. Later now. We think there is going to be further instability in Southeast Asia.Japan, Ya think? It is your damn warships sailing around the freaking South China Sea enforcing your utterly un-secret alliance with the Khanate. Why are you doing this to us? What have we ever done to you?The Khanate, We are not out to damage your national interests. We apologize, but there is now way we will call off this war with the Communist Chinese. It is them, or us, to the death. We have already received and agreed to your request to allow all Japanese flagged ships safe transit through the South China Sea. We really wish to be your friends this time, to make up for those two invasion attempts seven hundred years ago.(Note from  Prime Minister to Self) Great. The only reasonable people who aren't out to kick me in the nuts are also the ones I can't acknowledge talking to. I've got to do something a

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The John Batchelor Show
PREVIEW: Professor Richard Binzel, a planetary scientist from MIT, describes the violent event at Tunguska, Siberia in 1908 that is now understood as caused by an asteroid. More later.

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 3:11


PREVIEW: Professor Richard Binzel, a planetary scientist from MIT, describes the violent event at Tunguska, Siberia in 1908 that is now understood as caused by an asteroid. More later. 1913 OLD PSKOV

History Notes
The Tunguska Mystery Explosion

History Notes

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 8:57


On June 30, 1908, a massive mysterious explosion of a cosmic body shook the skies of Tunguska (in Siberia), on a date that would come to be known as International Asteroid Day. But was it an asteroid? Andy Bruno discusses the history surrounding the event.Written by Andy Bruno. Narration by Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle. Video production by Laura Seeger and Dr. Nicholas B. Breyfogle. A textual version of this video is available at https://origins.osu.edu/milestones/june-2018-1908-tunguska-event-and-threats-tomorrow. This is a production of Origins: Current Events in Historical Perspective at the Goldberg Center in the Department of History at The Ohio State University and the Department of History at Miami University. Be sure to subscribe to our channel to receive updates about our videos and podcasts. For more information about Origins: Current Events in Historical Perspective, please visit origins.osu.edu.

Universo de Misterios
1419 - ¿Estamos preparados para el impacto de un asteroide como el de Tunguska? - La colonización del Cinturón Principal

Universo de Misterios

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 60:21


TLM-Z-Rx12-tlm -1419 - ¿Estamos preparados para el impacto de un asteroide como el de Tunguska? - La colonización del Cinturón Principal. Universo de Misterios tiene reservado el derecho de admisión y publicación de comentarios. Generalmente, los comentarios anónimos no serán publicados. Contacto con Universo de Misterios: universodemisteriospodcast@gmail.com La imagen de la miniatura que ilustra este episodio ha sido creada con la ayuda de una Inteligencia Artificial. Aunque a algunas personas, a veces, puede proporcionar una falsa sensación de alivio, la ignorancia nunca es deseable. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Mysteries, Myths, and Legends
EP. 200 THE LEGEND OF: The Oklahoma Octopus having a Tunguska Event at Jenny Jump

Mysteries, Myths, and Legends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 61:54


THANKS FOR LISTENING TO OUR 200TH EPISODE!!!!! We love you all so much!! This week we go back to our roots and give you all a mystery, a myth, and a legend!! Savannah tells us about the mystery behind the Tunguska event. Taylor dives into a cryptid tale of the Oklahoma Octopus and the wild legend behind Jenny Jump State Park in New Jersey. Cheers to 200 more!Email us your stories!!! or if you want to sponsor us ;) Email - ⁠⁠⁠mysteriesmythslegends@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ SAVANNAH'S ESTY: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/SavannahAngeleneWe post pictures of our stories every week on instagram!!!!FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS: Tiktok: @myths_podcast Instagram: @myths_podcast Facebook: Mysteries, Myths, and LegendsTaylor's Instagram: @teeelive Savannah's Instagram: @kavannahaha 

Today In Space
Deflecting Danger in 2032 from Asteroid 2024 YR4 | What Is It? What Can We Do?

Today In Space

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 16:49 Transcription Available


On today's episode, we're diving into what's going on with Near-Earth Asteroid 2024 YR4. You may have heard online that this asteroid is on a trajectory to impact Earth on December 22nd, 2032. It's captured the zeitgeist and everyone's talking about it.  But what can we do in the meantime? We say - Let's learn! We need to science the $%#t out of this one! We're going to explore the idea of planetary defense, the level of impact if it does hit Earth in 2032, and how lucky we are to have successful missions like DART and HERA to lean on for our “armageddon” moment.  We'll also try to answer these questions: What is the Asteroid? What is the impact potential on Earth? How was it discovered? Why do the impact probabilities keep changing? What can we do about it? Why don't we just NUKE it? Keywords: asteroid 2024 yr4, planetary defense, impact probability, kinetic impactor, Dart mission, Hera mission, James Webb Space Telescope, automated detection, NASA funding, public interest, Tunguska event, city killer, orbital changes, nuclear option, planetary defense systems Timestamps: 00:00 Asteroid 2024 YR4 Overview and Initial Concerns 03:03 Discovery and Initial Observations 05:30 Probability Changes and Data Limitations 07:25 Public Interest and Planetary Defense 10:35 Kinetic Impactor Defense and Future Missions Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!  Spread Love, Spread Science  Alex G. Orphanos  We'd like to thank our sponsors:  AG3D Printing  Follow us: @todayinspacepod on Instagram/Twitter @todayinspace on TikTok /TodayInSpacePodcast on Facebook  Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - ag3dprinting.etsy.com • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at ag3d-printing.com • Donate at todayinspace.net #spacecraft #technology #aerospace #spacetechnology #engineer #stem #artemis #astronaut #spacewalk #crewdragon #falcon9 #elonmusk #starship #superheavybooster #blueorigin #newglenn #rocket #jaredisaacman #nasahistory #spaceshuttle #lignosat #woodinspace #iamgroot #jaxa Sources: Chris Hadfield's thoughts on the Asteroid https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGI-_CNugG7/?igsh=emkwNTA5cnp2emc1 blogs.nasa.gov https://cneos.jpl.nasa.gov/news/news210.html https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/asteroids/2024-yr4/ https://nypost.com/2025/02/17/science/see-images-of-the-city-killer-asteroid-with-a-1-in-48-chance-of-hitting-earth/ http://dashboard.fallingstar.com/dash/chl.html https://arstechnica.com/space/2025/02/the-odds-of-a-city-killer-asteroid-impact-in-2032-keep-rising-should-we-be-worried/ https://www.newscientist.com/article/2466186-building-sized-asteroid-has-a-small-chance-of-hitting-earth-in-2032/ X Posts @MarioNawfal (Post ID: 1) - January 29, 2025: Reports a 1-in-83 chance, aligning with early estimates. URL: https://t.co/ftZVwBWb8e @JustinFleenor (Post ID: 5) - February 18, 2025: Lists a 3.1% chance (1-in-32), with observation arc and scales. URL: https://t.co/NP1WxR6FHF @JustinFleenor (Post ID: 3) - February 19, 2025: Updates to 1.5% chance (1-in-67), reflecting the latest drop. URL: https://t.co/BPQTtZYpM5 @astroEdLu (Post ID: 0) - February 7, 2025: Mentions a 2.3% chance with impact location modeling by B612 Foundation. URL: https://t.co/DP21bMeIdT  

Misterios Cotidianos con Ángel Martín y José Lozan
Pildora del misterio - tunguska false (13/02/2025) - Episodio exclusivo para mecenas

Misterios Cotidianos con Ángel Martín y José Lozan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 14:27


Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Pildora del misterio que forma parte de una rallada mental que tendrá sentido dentro de unos meses. Ya lo entenderéis. Cuando llegue el momento lo sabréis. Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Misterios Cotidianos (Con Ángel Martín y José L. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/915010

The Eric Zane Show Podcast
EZSP 1467 - Act 1 - Asteroid strike chances INCREASING

The Eric Zane Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 55:56


Note: "Act 2" will be a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ concerned with his aged appearance.*EZ 9-year Fire-Versary.*Lot's of "radio memory lane" talk.*RunnerGirlAmy's hilarious in-car vid of her having a "giggle-fest" while listening to EZ.*Kelly Cheese "Crispy R" super-cut*Free Beer "I'm Just Kidding" super-cut*Asteroid earth collision chances going UP!*Tunguska asteroid strike aftermathSponsors:Grand Rapids Gold, TAG Accounting, Green Medicine Shop, Werner Roofing,Impact Power Sports, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, The Mario Flores Lakeshore Team of VanDyk Mortgage, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV, TC PaintballInterested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-eric-zane-show-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

MetroNews Hotline
Hotline Feature: Assessing the Threat of Asteroid 2024 YR4: Insights from Penn State's Professor Michael Siegel

MetroNews Hotline

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 7:55


In this interview, Penn State Professor Michael Siegel discusses the recently discovered asteroid 2024 YR4, which has a 1-2% chance of impacting Earth on December 22, 2032. He explains the asteroid's potential effects, compares it to historical events like the 1908 Tunguska incident, and outlines current monitoring efforts. Professor Siegel also elaborates on the Torino Impact Hazard Scale, which rates this asteroid at level 3, indicating a close encounter that merits attention by astronomers. He emphasizes that while the situation is being closely observed, advancements in planetary defense, such as NASA's DART mission, provide promising methods for potential deflection if necessary. The discussion underscores the importance of continued observation and international collaboration in planetary defense initiatives.

FLASH DIARIO de El Siglo 21 es Hoy
El asteroide 2024 YR4 ¿Amenaza real?

FLASH DIARIO de El Siglo 21 es Hoy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 8:49


Asteroide 2024 YR4 podría impactar la Tierra en 2032, generando atención global y medidas de defensaPor Félix Riaño @LocutorCo El asteroide 2024 YR4 ha encendido una señal de alerta en agencias espaciales y medios especializados. Se estima que pase cerca de la Tierra el 22 de diciembre de 2032. Dicen que mide entre 40 y 90 metros, lo suficiente para causar daños considerables. Los cálculos actuales ofrecen un 1,3% de probabilidad de impacto. Expertos de la NASA y la ESA van a continuar haciendo observaciones hasta abril de 2025. ¿Te parece sorprendente que un objeto tan pequeño pueda captar tanta atención? La verdad es que, si ocurriera un impacto, sería un evento peligroso. ¿Estaremos preparados para un escenario de defensa planetaria? Observatorios globales siguen cada movimiento con mucha cautela.  Algunos creen que la amenaza es exagerada, pero existe incertidumbre  El asteroide 2024 YR4 fue detectado el 27 de diciembre de 2024 por el sistema ATLAS en Chile, financiado por la NASA. Su tamaño estimado está entre 40 y 90 metros. Los expertos explican que este objeto viaja en una órbita elongada alrededor del Sol y posee un 1,3% de probabilidad de impactar contra la Tierra el 22 de diciembre de 2032. Hasta entonces, la comunidad científica va a realizar observaciones adicionales. El asteroide se va a observar hasta abril de 2025 y, después, se podría ver en 2028. Esa ventana va a ayudar a refinar su trayectoria con precisión.  El riesgo principal radica en que no se puede descartar un impacto. El asteroide presenta un corredor de posible caída que abarca el Pacífico oriental, Sudamérica septentrional, el Atlántico, África, el mar Arábigo y el sur de Asia. Una roca de 40 a 90 metros podría producir una onda explosiva con efectos graves en zonas densamente pobladas. Expertos temen que, si aumenta la probabilidad, la reacción mundial deba coordinarse rápido. La comunidad científica busca más observaciones para reducir incertidumbres. Mientras tanto, cada informe genera preocupación, porque un error de cálculo traería consecuencias lamentables. Los gobiernos vigilan la información enviada por la Red Internacional de Alerta de Asteroides, temiendo un escenario complicado. Nadie quiere enfrentar un suceso al impacto de Tunguska. A nivel global, las agencias espaciales activaron la Red Internacional de Alerta de Asteroides (IAWN) y el Grupo Asesor de Planificación de Misiones Espaciales (SMPAG). Estas organizaciones van a evaluar posibles misiones, incluyendo desvíos con naves similares a la estrategia de la misión DART probada por la NASA en 2022. La Agencia Espacial Europea (ESA) mantiene la vigilancia activa y coordina observaciones con telescopios potentes, como el Very Large Telescope en Chile. La idea es obtener datos más precisos sobre la trayectoria del asteroide y definir si hay necesidad de un plan de contingencia. Cada país involucrado está recibiendo informes actualizados, y se contemplan simulacros de respuesta de emergencia. Casos previos, como el asteroide Apophis, dejaron lecciones valiosas de cooperación científica. La esperanza es que, para finales de 2025, las mediciones reduzcan la incertidumbre. De ocurrir un impacto, se podrían mitigar daños de forma más organizada sin provocar alarma global.  En 1908, el evento de Tunguska en Siberia derribó árboles en un área de más de 2.000 kilómetros cuadrados y demostró el peligro de objetos cósmicos menores. Hoy, gracias a sistemas automatizados como ATLAS y Pan-STARRS, se localizan cientos de asteroides potencialmente cercanos cada año. El creciente número de descubrimientos impulsa iniciativas de defensa planetaria promovidas por la ONU. La NASA y la ESA intercambian datos con institutos independientes y laboratorios universitarios. Se utilizan métodos avanzados de radar, espectroscopia y análisis fotométricos para determinar la composición de estos cuerpos. Los científicos consideran viable el desvío de asteroides con un impacto cinético o, en algunos casos, con propulsores que alteren su trayectoria. Cada hallazgo promueve la cooperación internacional y la búsqueda de respuestas conjuntas. 2024 YR4 es un recordatorio de que el espacio aún encierra sorpresas. Otros objetos similares podrían aparecer en cualquier momento, motivando esfuerzos continuos de vigilancia más intensos.  El asteroide 2024 YR4 mantiene un bajo porcentaje de impacto en 2032, pero las observaciones van a continuar. Las agencias espaciales refuerzan la vigilancia y la colaboración internacional. ¿Qué opinas sobre estos esfuerzos de defensa planetaria? Queremos escuchar tus comentarios. Síguenos en Spotify para más actualizaciones. Es tu oportunidad de sumarte al diálogo y compartir ideas constructivas y opiniones.    BibliografíaThe Washington PostESAThe GuardianSky at NightConviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/flash-diario-de-el-siglo-21-es-hoy--5835407/support.

Paranormal UK Radio Network
High Strangeness Factor - The Dyatlov Pass Incident Anniversary Special with Keith McClosky

Paranormal UK Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 119:15


The 2nd of February 2025 marks the 66th Anniversary of one of Russia's most mysterious events – The Dyatlov Pass Incident. Internationally, the Tunguska explosion of 1908 is the most famous mystery; however, within Russia, the strange and unexplained deaths of nine ‘ski-hikers' in 1959 is by far the most enigmatic.Why did nine experienced ski-hikers decide to cut their way out of the tent in the middle of the night, especially when it was nearly minus 40 degrees outside, and not fully dressed for the weather, including some missing shoes! While various theories have been offered, none can fully account for what transpired that night. This special anniversary show is an interview with British author and investigator Keith McClosky – one of the very few investigators who has actually been to the site now known as the ‘Dyatlov Pass'. (named after the leader of the group)This interview was originally recorded in 2017 with hosts Andy Mercer and Kerry Greenaway.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/paranormal-uk-radio-network--4541473/support.

Universo de Misterios
1360 - El asteroide 2024 YR4 - El evento de Tunguska

Universo de Misterios

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 84:40


441-2-1-mk-musefx - 1360 - El asteroide 2024 YR4 - El evento de Tunguska Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Noctámbulos
Ep.192: La escalofriante desaparición de Jaryd Atadero, El incidente de Tunguska

Noctámbulos

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 123:56


En esta ocasión, exploramos dos misterios que han desconcertado al mundo por décadas. Primero, hablamos de la inquietante desaparición de Jaryd Atadero, un caso que combina elementos de lo inexplicable con el dolor de una familia que busca respuestas en medio de teorías desconcertantes. Después, viajamos en el tiempo al enigmático incidente de Tunguska, donde una explosión devastadora en Siberia dejó más preguntas que certezas, generando hipótesis que van desde impactos de meteoritos hasta eventos extraterrestres. Acompáñanos en este recorrido por lo desconocido, donde las sombras del pasado siguen dejando su huella.

Sven Sagt der Podcast
Sven sagt der Podcast zum Tunguska Ereignis

Sven Sagt der Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 3:30


Sound Effecte by freesound_community from Pixabay Hintergrundmusik by Antonio Guenji Uno from Pixabay

Loss of Lieutenant - An Infinity The Game Podcast
Episode 132 - N5 Faction Tierlist

Loss of Lieutenant - An Infinity The Game Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 246:56


Join the entire Loss crew as they build the their First Impressions N5 Faction Tierlist! Thanks for listening! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LossofLieutenant Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lossoflieutenant Discord: https://discord.gg/MBG4hesQZt 0:00 Intro/Challenges/Events 6:50 Druze 11:40 Ikari 15:50 Dashat 22:40 White Company 25:36 Ariadna 30:00 USA 34:13 TAK 44:49 Kosmoflot 50:58 Haqqislam 1:00:04 Qapu Khalqi 1:10:35 Ramah Task Force 1:19:50 Hassassin Bahram 1:30:40 Nomads 1:38:55 Bakunin 1:44:44 Military Orders 1:47:40 Corregidor 1:53:18 Tunguska 2:00:10 JSA 2:04:30 Oban 2:08:40 Shindenbutai 2:11:47 O12 2:21:00 Starmada 2:26:11 Torchlight Brigade 2:32:08 Svarlheima Winter Force 2:38:30 Tohaa 2:46:18 Yu Jing 2:49:55 Imperial Service 2:52:21 Imperial Army 3:01:35 White Banner 3:05:10 Kestrel Colonial Force 3:13:15 Aleph 3:17:45 OSS 3:24:20 Steel Phalanx 3:34:25 Morats 3:44:18 Shasvastii 3:49:27 Onyx 3:54:52 Combined Army 3:57:30 Panoceania

Universo de Misterios
1253 - Tunguska en dos documentales

Universo de Misterios

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 78:07


BYD-AUD - 1253 - Tunguska en dos documentales - En este episodio escuchamos dos documentales que tratan lo sucedido en la remota región siberiana de Tunguska la mañana del 30 de junio de 1908. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Bright Side
Biggest Meteor Event Might Have Been a Black Hole

Bright Side

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 12:00


Imagine a meteor event so massive that it wasn't a meteor at all, but possibly a tiny black hole! Some scientists think that the famous Tunguska event of 1908—where a huge explosion flattened trees in Siberia—might have been caused by a small black hole passing through Earth. This theory suggests the black hole zoomed in, created chaos, and then zipped right out the other side. While most experts still believe it was a space rock or comet, the black hole idea is pretty wild and cool to think about. If true, it would be one of the most mysterious and powerful events in Earth's history. Could a black hole really have paid us a visit? Credit: Primordial Black Holes: By NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/14524/#medi... Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightside   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conspiracies Unlocked
EP 124: The Tunguska Event Unlocked

Conspiracies Unlocked

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 26:50


What would cause an explosion in the Siberian Forest near the Tunguska River that is 1,000 times larger than the Hiroshima Nuclear Explosion? What could flatten 800 square miles of thick forest, but not leave one trail or piece of evidence. Listen in as we disect what happend in Tunguska in 1908. email us at conspiraciesunlocked@gmail.com

Fringe Radio Network
Mass-Extinction Events, Canadian Craters and Megafloods - Kosmographia

Fringe Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 132:09


RC peruses scientific journals monthly and writes about interesting items in his monthly newsletter https://Sciencenews.org blurb about airburst over Antarctica 2.5Mya Microscopic E-T minerals identified that hint at explosive impacting event: spinels, olivine NASA/JPL tracking large asteroids 2024MK and 2011UL21Mile-wide object impacting would likely knock out modern civilization, not mass extinction though 43,000x larger volume than Tunguska objectWe are in stable inter-glacial period now – no reason to think 2.5My trend has endedMichael Rampino for decades at forefront of modern revival of catastrophismMarch '24 article in Global and Planetary Change “Sixteen mass extinctions of the past 541My...” also referencing Continental Flood Basalts (CFB) Siberian & Deccan TrapsPhanerozoic Era is time of visible life; Craters linked to extinction events: Popigai, Morokweng… Manicouagan in Ontario Canada has 50-mile dam-impounded ring lake, wider concentric rings Nipigon a prime candidate for impact site – CK notes alignment with other large lakes to NW Rampino graph re: extinction events' severity, with End-Permian at peak – linked to Siberian Traps Tunguska explosion was centered over ancient CFB – possibility it was endogenic?RC makes exponential links of timing with Great Year 26k cycle: 26.2My and 260MyGang Hu et al. in Global and Planetary Change '24 “Geological study of outburst flood event in the Upper Yangtze River and risk of similar extreme eventsEvidence for 900 landslides and 13 lakes along a 1200 mile stretch of JinshaNoting 30 new dams, Brad asks: Is there any way that concrete weight affects Earth's spin?River canyon terraces had inhabited caves: Wanren Cave has paintings dated 13.3-8.5kyaArticle on “Vast armadas of giant icebergs” creating giant grooves on sea bottomPlow-marks into a ridge east of Iceland, over a kilometer down – something was pushing them!

Kosmographia
Episode #110 Mass Extinction Events, Canadian Craters, Megafloods

Kosmographia

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 128:23


ANY SEATS LEFT? Columbia Gorge Tour: https://randallcarlson.com/event/columbia-gorge-megafloods-2024/ “The Randall Carlson” socials, VoD titles, tours, events, podcasts, merch shop, donate: https://randallcarlson.com/links Activities Board: https://randallcarlson.com/tours-and-events/ Kosmographia Ep110 of The Randall Carlson Podcast, with Planetary Scientist Chuck Kizina, and GeocosmicREX admin Bradley, from 8/20/24 RC peruses scientific journals monthly and writes about interesting items in his monthly newsletter https://Sciencenews.org blurb about airburst over Antarctica 2.5Mya  Microscopic E-T minerals identified that hint at explosive impacting event: spinels, olivine  NASA/JPL tracking large asteroids 2024MK and 2011UL21 Mile-wide object impacting would likely knock out modern civilization, not mass extinction though 43,000x larger volume than Tunguska object We are in stable inter-glacial period now – no reason to think 2.5My trend has ended Michael Rampino for decades at forefront of modern revival of catastrophism March '24 article in Global and Planetary Change “Sixteen mass extinctions of the past 541My...” also referencing Continental Flood Basalts (CFB) Siberian & Deccan Traps Phanerozoic Era is time of visible life; Craters linked to extinction events: Popigai, Morokweng… Manicouagan in Ontario Canada has 50-mile dam-impounded ring lake, wider concentric rings Nipigon a prime candidate for impact site – CK notes alignment with other large lakes to NW Rampino graph re: extinction events' severity, with End-Permian at peak – linked to Siberian Traps Tunguska explosion was centered over ancient CFB – possibility it was endogenic? RC makes exponential links of timing with Great Year 26k cycle: 26.2My and 260My Gang Hu et al. in Global and Planetary Change '24 “Geological study of outburst flood event in the Upper Yangtze River and risk of similar extreme events Evidence for 900 landslides and 13 lakes along a 1200 mile stretch of Jinsha Noting 30 new dams, Brad asks: Is there any way that concrete weight affects Earth's spin? River canyon terraces had inhabited caves: Wanren Cave has paintings dated 13.3-8.5kya Article on “Vast armadas of giant icebergs” creating giant grooves on sea bottom Plow-marks into a ridge east of Iceland, over a kilometer down – something was pushing them!   LINKS: Brad's GeoCosmicREX playlist: Cosmography101 Class Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_7C3ztcCxA   YDB Impact at Nipigon? https://youtu.be/Dn8NBPA2w5I   and Kosmographia Ep32: https://youtu.be/5TUWCOyJvQg Earth's Water Graphic: https://www.usgs.gov/media/images/all-earths-water-a-single-sphere 2.5Mya Airburst article: https://www.sciencenews.org/article/asteroid-exploded-antarctica-millions-years-ago Cosmic Summit '24 speakers: https://www.youtube.com/@cosmicsummit Randall goes solo on “Squaring the Circle” https://rumble.com/user/therandallcarlson/videos RC VoD titles: Atlantis, Halloween, Cosmic Dragons, Christmas Origins https://www.howtube.com/playlist/view?PLID=381 T-shirts, variety of MERCH here: https://randallcarlson.com/shop/ Activities Board: https://randallcarlson.com/tours-and-events/ RC's monthly science news and activities: https://randallcarlson.com/newsletter   Support Randall Carlson's efforts to discover and share pivotal paradigm-shifting information! Improve the quality of the podcast and future videos. Allow him more time for his research into the many scientific journals, books, and his expeditions into the field, as he continues to decipher the clues that explain the mysteries of our past, and prepare us for the future...  Contribute to RC thru howtube: https://www.howtube.com/channels/RandallCarlson#tab_donate/ Make a one-time donation thru PayPal, credit/debit card or other account here: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=8YVDREQ9SMKL6&source=url Contribute monthly to receive bonus content and perks: https://patreon.com/RandallCarlson   Email us at Kosmographia1618@gmail.com OR Contact@RandallCarlson.com  Small class lectures "Cosmography 101" from '06-'09 on Brad's original channel: https://youtube.com/geocosmicrex  Kosmographia logo and design animation by Brothers of the Serpent Check out their podcast: http://www.BrothersoftheSerpent.com/ ep108 with RC and Bradley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZC4nsOUxqI Theme “Deos” and bumper music by Fifty Dollar Dynasty: http://www.FiftyDollarDynasty.net/  Video recording, editing and publishing by Bradley Young with YSI Productions LLC (copyrights)

Squaring The Circle
#014 The Cosmos Speaks: The Tunguska Impact Event Pt.4 - Squaring The Circle: A Randall Carlson Podcast

Squaring The Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 49:03


One of the many mysteries about the human existence is the lack of archeological record of humans before 10,000 years ago. The current narrative surrounding Anthropogenic Climate Change as a serious driver of human extinction events is obfuscating a much more real and scientifically proven threat that has been widely ignored. While academics rush to provide frivolous talking points for politicians with ulterior agendas, the study of REAL existential threats to humanity, and their potential prevention or remedy has languished in the dust bin of forgotten academic pursuits. The Tunguska Impact Event is one of historical and scientific significance and we must consider the reality that, we are not as safe as we think on our little planet we call home. Join us as we Square the Circle and look at the remarkable Tunguska Impact Event.

This Is Not Happening: Another X-Files Podcast

Send us a Text Message.Mike and Andrew discuss the episode as the scope of the X-Files widens. Mulder surprises Krycek with a lovers' vacation to Russia and the two search for the origins of a rock confiscated on U.S. soil. Mulder almost gets some sexual tension with Marita and the hosts debate why they record early.JOIN OUR SOCIALS!magusmediaproductions.netwww.facebook.com/groups/thisisnothappeningpod/ @TINHXFilesPodCONTACT US!tinhxfp@gmail.com

Squaring The Circle
#013 The Cosmos Speaks: The Tunguska Impact Event Pt.3 - Squaring The Circle: A Randall Carlson Podcast

Squaring The Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2024 44:38


One of the many mysteries about the human existence is the lack of archeological record of humans before 10,000 years ago. The current narrative surrounding Anthropogenic Climate Change as a serious driver of human extinction events is obfuscating a much more real and scientifically proven threat that has been widely ignored. While academics rush to provide frivolous talking points for politicians with ulterior agendas, the study of REAL existential threats to humanity, and their potential prevention or remedy has languished in the dust bin of forgotten academic pursuits. The Tunguska Impact Event is one of historical and scientific significance and we must consider the reality that, we are not as safe as we think on our little planet we call home. Join us as we Square the Circle and look at the remarkable Tunguska Impact Event.

Mándarax
Meteoritos

Mándarax

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 71:06


En este episodio de Mándarax vamos a hablar de los meteoritos, esas piedras voladoras que llegan del espacio exterior. ¿De dónde vienen y a dónde van? ¿Tienen una agenda secreta? ¿Cuántos llegan a la Tierra? ¿Pa qué sirve estudiarlos? Y lo más importante: ¿qué tan lejos estamos del destino de los dinosaurios? En el pilón para patreons explicaremos del evento Tunguska de 1908, en el cual mucha gente en Siberia pudo observar una explosión con un destello de luz bastante grande. En ese momento no se supo exactamente qué fue lo que sucedió pero con el paso del tiempo se han hecho diversas teorías de lo que pasó ese día y si, una de ellas es la caída de un meteorito. Otra de ellas es más loca aún, la tienen que escuchar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WIP12 - An Infinity the game Podcast

In this episode Burlesford (Chris) goes over everything that makes Tunguska tick with our host Khepri. Join us as we discuss what's good, what's bad, what's ugly, why Tunguska has the best lore AND the best models, and how the recent model releases gave Tunguska a powerboost.  Chris makes the wonderful model identifier sheets. They now have a picture of every Infinity model ever released, all the way back to N1. Take a look!  We previously covered Tunguska on Episode 63 with Estugon. It's still worth a listen!  I recommend taking a look at Chris' instagram Example list 1 gfgIdHVuZ3Vza2EVU3phbGx5IEZvcnRoISAoV0lQMTIpgSwCAQALAYGJAQgAAoGXAQUAA4biAQIABIGyAQcABYGyAQkABoRHAQQAB4RKAQEACIRKAgMACYYFAQEACobTAQIAC4YdAQIAAgAFAYGkAQEAAobVAQEAA4GcAQEABIGcAQEABYbTAQIA Example list 2 gfgIdHVuZ3Vza2ERVG95cyBSIHVzIChXSVAxMimBLAIBAAUBgYkBCAAChuIBAgADhg4BAQAEgZcBBwAFgbIBCQACAA0BgZcBBQAChEMBj58AA4RHAQEABIGaAQEABYRKAQEABoRKAgMAB4RKAgMACIRKAgIACYbVAQEACobTAQIAC4GcAQEADIGcAQEADYYdAQIA Example Resilience Ops list gfgIdHVuZ3Vza2EAgSwCAQALAYGJAQgAAobiAQQAA4GXAQUABIGyAQkABYQtAQEABoRDAY%2BdAAeERwEDAAiESgECAAmESgIDAAqGHQECAAuBnAEBAAIABQGG4gECAAKBlwEHAAOBsgEJAASG0wECAAWBnAEBAA%3D%3D

Squaring The Circle
#011 The Cosmos Speaks: The Tunguska Impact Event Pt.2 - Squaring The Circle: A Randall Carlson Podcast

Squaring The Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 52:39


One of the many mysteries about the human existence is the lack of archeological record of humans before 10,000 years ago. The current narrative surrounding Anthropogenic Climate Change as a serious driver of human extinction events is obfuscating a much more real and scientifically proven threat that has been widely ignored. While academics rush to provide frivolous talking points for politicians with ulterior agendas, the study of REAL existential threats to humanity, and their potential prevention or remedy has languished in the dust bin of forgotten academic pursuits. The Tunguska Impact Event is one of historical and scientific significance and we must consider the reality that, we are not as safe as we think on our little planet we call home. Join us as we Square the Circle and look at the remarkable Tunguska Impact Event.

SpaceTime with Stuart Gary | Astronomy, Space & Science News
S27E80: Asteroids' Close Calls, Mars Colonization Plans, and Space Workouts on Earth

SpaceTime with Stuart Gary | Astronomy, Space & Science News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 26:35


Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 80, where we uncover the latest cosmic events and advancements in space exploration.First, the European Space Agency reports a rare occurrence of two large asteroids swooping past Earth within 42 hours. One of these, 2024 MK, was only discovered two weeks before its close encounter, highlighting the need for improved detection of potentially hazardous near-Earth objects (NEOs). We delve into the details of these celestial visitors and their implications for planetary defense.Next, we explore the challenges and solutions for sustaining human life on Mars. Scientists at Utah State University are working on a NASA-funded project to develop self-sustainability strategies for future Mars missions. Discover how researchers are optimizing food production and plant-based therapeutics to support long-term habitation on the Red Planet.Finally, we look at how astronauts maintain fitness in microgravity and how similar workouts can be practiced on Earth. Researchers have found innovative ways to recreate Earth-like forces using centrifugal force, providing insights into maintaining physical health during space missions.Follow our cosmic conversations on X @stuartgary, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. Join us as we unravel the mysteries of the universe, one episode at a time.Sponsor Offer: This episode is proudly supported by NordPass. Secure your digital journey across the cosmos with a password manager you can trust. Find your stellar security solution at https://www.bitesz.com/nordpass.Listen to SpaceTime on your favourite podcast app including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.Support SpaceTime: Become a supporter of SpaceTime: https://www.bitesz.com/show/spacetime/support/www.bitesz.com

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast
S03E89: Gateway to the Moon & Odyssey's 100,000th Orbit

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 26:43


Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the podcast that brings you the latest news in space and astronomy. I'm your host, Steve Dunkley. Today, we have an exciting lineup of stories that will take you from the depths of Mars to the future of lunar exploration. We'll discuss NASA's milestone with the Odyssey spacecraft, the ambitious Gateway lunar orbiting space station, and the Australian-Indian space collaboration. We'll also cover a dramatic Chinese rocket mishap and SpaceX's new contract to deorbit the International Space Station. Let's dive into the cosmos.00:00 Steve Dunkley with Astronomy Daily for the 1 July, 202402:13 NASA and its partners are launching Gateway lunar orbiting space Station in 202811:49 Australia and India have signed an agreement to collaborate on commercial space projects14:00 An unintended launch in China on Sunday resulted in a massive fireball18:55 NASA says it intends to operate the space station through 203025:58 Steve Dunkley: Thank you for listening to Astronomy DailyThank you for tuning into Astronomy Daily. I'm Steve Dunkley, and I hope you enjoyed today's journey through some of the most exciting news and discoveries in astronomy and space exploration. Remember to visit our website at astronomydaily.io to sign up for our free daily newsletter and stay updated with the latest space news. You can also connect with us on social media at AstroDailyPod on X and our Facebook page, Astronomy Daily. We love bringing the wonders of the universe to your ears, and we appreciate your support and curiosity. Stay curious, keep exploring, and always look up. Until next time, take care and happy stargazing.www.bitesz.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-the-podcast--5648921/support.

History & Factoids about today
June 30-Corvette, Loonie, Cole Swindell, Lena Horne, Little River Band, Pay Toilets, Tunguska

History & Factoids about today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 8:55


National Corvette day.  Entertainment from 2022.  Tunguska explosion leveled 80 million trees, NYC opened first pay toilets, Canada started using the Loonie coin.Todays birthdays - Susan Hayward, Lena Horne, Glenn Shorrack, David Alan Grier, Vincent D'Onofrio, Cole Swindell.  Buddy Hackett died.Intro - Pour some sugar on me - Def Leppard    http://defleppard.com/Corvette - The CorvettesAs it was - Harry StylesTake my name - ParmaleeBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent   http://50cent.com/Love me or leave me - Lena HorneLady - Little River BandShe had me at heads Carolina - Cole SwindellExit - Its not love - Dokken    http://dokken.net/Follow Jeff Stampka on Facebook and cooolmedia.com 

Squaring The Circle
#010 The Cosmos Speaks: The Tunguska Impact Event Pt.1 - Squaring the Circle: A Randall Carlson Podcast

Squaring The Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 37:26


One of the many mysteries about the human existence is the lack of archeological record of humans before 10,000 years ago. The current narrative surrounding Anthropogenic Climate Change as a serious driver of human extinction events is obfuscating a much more real and scientifically proven threat that has been widely ignored. While academics rush to provide frivolous talking points for politicians with ulterior agendas, the study of REAL existential threats to humanity, and their potential prevention or remedy has languished in the dust bin of forgotten academic pursuits. The Tunguska Impact Event is one of historical and scientific significance and we must consider the reality that, we are not as safe as we think on our little planet we call home. Join us as we Square the Circle and look at the remarkable Tunguska Impact Event.  

RTL Today - In Conversation with Lisa Burke
Asteroid Day & Women in Space, 29/06/2024

RTL Today - In Conversation with Lisa Burke

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 57:03


Three phenomenal women in space share their stories with us this weekend, in honour of Asteroid Day — a UN-recognised initiative raising awareness about the potential impacts, and opportunities, of these marvels of astronomy. Asteroid Day takes place on 30 June, the anniversary of the Tunguska event in 1908 where a meteor destroyed a landmass of about 2,150 km2 (a little smaller than the landmass of Luxembourg) of forest in Siberia, Russia. Asteroid Day was co-founded in 2014 by physicist Stephen Hawking, B612 Foundation president Danica Remy, astronaut Rusty Schweickart, film-maker Grigorij Richters and astrophysicist (and Queen guitarist) Brian May. Now recognised by the UN, Asteroid Day is celebrated globally to raise awareness about asteroids and their potential impact on Earth. It also raises awareness of the potential to mine asteroids as we move towards a space economy. My guests this week are: - Julie Payette - a Canadian engineer, scientist and astronaut who also served as Governor General of Canada from 2017 to 2021 - Wanda Díaz-Merced - astronomer using using sonification - Hoor Abdelraman Al Maazmi - space science researcher at the UAE Space Agency - Maher Kalaji - Board Director of the Asteroid Foundation and founder of the newly to be announced Luxembourg Rocket Society. Julie Payette joined the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) in 1992 as a member of the Canadian Astronaut Corps. She completed two spaceflights, logging more than 25 days in space. Dr. Payette also served as capsule communicator (CapCom) at NASA Mission Control Center in Houston and from 2000 to 2007 as CSA's chief astronaut. Julie was named COO for the Montreal Science Centre in July 2013. In 2017, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Queen Elizabeth II had approved the appointment of Payette as the next governor general of Canada which she started that October until January 2021. Wanda Díaz-Merced was born in Puerto Rico and lost her eyesight gradually through her teenage years into early adulthood. She talks about this experience and her long journey to become an astronomer who uses sonification to turn large data sets into audible sound. Currently, Wanda works at the European Gravitational Observatory Cascina, Italy, where she is the Director of the Arecibo Observatory. Dr Díaz-Merced received an internship with Robert Candey, an incredible mentor to her, at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, USA, and went on to complete a Ph.D. in computer science at the University of Glasgow. Wanda was then accepted as a post-doctoral fellow at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian, and South African Astronomical Observatory in Cape Town. Wanda's work has also included collaborations with the European Gravitational Observatory proposal REINFORCE and the National Astronomical Observatory Japan (NAOJ).  Dr Díaz-Merced creates sonification software to perceive space in a different sensory way. Hoor Abdelraman AlMaazmi is a space science researcher at the UAE Space Agency and a member of the Emirates Mars Mission science team since 2017. The Mars mission, named ‘Amal' or ‘Hope,' launched in 2020. The UAE is going to send a spaceship to explore the solar system's main asteroid belt due to launch in 2028. For this mission, they will look at six asteroids with the target to land on the seventh- Justitia. This asteroid is thought to be one of only two known red asteroids and potentially laden with organic substances. The aim for this MBR Explorer is to deploy a landing craft to study the surface of Justitia fully developed by private UAE start-up companies. https://asteroidfoundation.org/ https://royalsociety.org/about-us/who-we-are/diversity-inclusion/case-studies/scientists-with-disabilities/wanda-diaz-merced/ https://space.gov.ae/en/initiatives-and-projects/uae-mission-to-asteroid-belt-ema https://www.instagram.com/uaespaceagency?igsh=ZXgwcnR3dTNqOHFs https://x.com/uaespaceagency?s=21

Universo de Misterios
1080 - 116 años desde el suceso de Tunguska

Universo de Misterios

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 67:23


27k27 - El evento de Tunguska) fue una gran explosión que ocurrió cerca del río Podkamennaya Tunguska, en la mañana del 30 de junio de 1908.​ La explosión sobre la taiga siberiana oriental escasamente poblada aplastó aproximadamente 80 millones de árboles en un área de 2.150 km² de bosque, y los informes de testigos sugieren que al menos tres personas pudieron haber muerto en el evento. La explosión generalmente se atribuye a la explosión de aire de un meteoroide, pero hay otras hipótesis... Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

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27k27 - El evento de Tunguska) fue una gran explosión que ocurrió cerca del río Podkamennaya Tunguska, en la mañana del 30 de junio de 1908.​ La explosión sobre la taiga siberiana oriental escasamente poblada aplastó aproximadamente 80 millones de árboles en un área de 2.150 km² de bosque, y los informes de testigos sugieren que al menos tres personas pudieron haber muerto en el evento. La explosión generalmente se atribuye a la explosión de aire de un meteoroide, pero hay otras hipótesis...

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science
An asteroid bash and an asteroid smash

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 59:59


Every year on June 30, the space community observes Asteroid Day, the anniversary of the Tunguska blast. Markus Payer, Asteroid Foundation Chair, joins us to talk about this year's Asteroid Day festivities. We also get an update on the results of the Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) with Terik Daly, a planetary scientist and the Planetary Impact Laboratory manager at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab. He'll tell us more about the aftermath of DART's smashing encounter with asteroid Dimorphos. Then Bruce Betts, our chief scientist, discusses what The Planetary Society's asteroid-hunting grant winners have been up and in What's Up. Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2024-asteroid-bash-smashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

El colegio invisible
El Colegio Invisible 4x235: Grandes enigmas de la Historia

El colegio invisible

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 86:12


Son muchos los enigmas que, a lo largo de la historia, han desafiado nuestra comprensión y alimentado nuestra curiosidad. ¿Qué secretos esconden las enigmáticas Líneas de Nazca? ¿Qué pudo haber causado la devastadora explosión de Tunguska? ¿Cuál es el destino de los colonos de Roanoke, cuyo paradero sigue siendo un misterio? Son tan solo algunas de las preguntas que siguen sin respuesta. Pero hay más, muchas más… Hoy, acompañados del equipo habitual de «El Colegio Invisible», os invitamos a formar parte de un viaje por los grandes misterios de la historia en busca de respuestas.

Bunker X
Kapustin Yar: A ÁREA 51 RUSSA | BUNKER X #052

Bunker X

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 60:25


No Bunker X de hoje Affonso Solano e Afonso3d abordarão a "Area 51 dos soviéticos"! Kapustin Yar é uma provícia do antigo Stalingrado e não atoa é conhecida como a Roswell Russa. Lá se encontra, em meio ao Cosmódromo (espécie de Nasa), uma instalação ultra-secreta que, dentre seus muitos segredos (incluindo o estudo de materiais encontrados em Tunguska), alguns dizem abrigar em seus subterrâneos os restos de um OVNI abatido por caças MIG-15 em 1948. ___________ Seja membro no YouTube e ganhe benefícios!

La Huella Ovni
Tunguska: El misterio de la estepa siberiana

La Huella Ovni

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 37:53


La Base Rusa de Kasputin Yar, ¿Que secretos guarda? ¿Qué ocurrió en Tunguska a principios del siglo 20? ¿Qué Cayó? El investigador Gustavo Boggiano nos lo explica. C'Thun y los mundos de Lovecraft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Real Horror With Roanoke Tales
The EXPLOSION Over Siberia that FLATTENED 800 Square Miles Tunguska Event

Real Horror With Roanoke Tales

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 17:59


In the 1900s, the sky would be engulfed in flames. It would be unknown for a while what had happened but all anyone knew is the sound could be heard from thousands of miles away. As the flames spread and ultimately subsided, explorers would head in to find trees flattened for several miles all around. Even to to this day we are not absolutely sure what the toll on the life was in the area, just that the numbers of reindeer in the area plummeted. So in todays episode, lets discuss the Tunguska event and figure out what happened! Thank you for watching Roanoke Tales and I Hope you enjoy The EXPLOSION Over Siberia that FLATTENED 800 Square Miles Art thumbnail by @Anthroponeural Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/RoanokeTalesPatreon Merch: Roanokemerch.com

Sean's Russia Blog
The Tunguska Mystery

Sean's Russia Blog

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 38:42


Guest: Andy Bruno on his new book Tunguska: A Siberian Mystery and its Environmental Legacy published by Cambridge University Press. The post The Tunguska Mystery appeared first on The Eurasian Knot.

Troldspejlet Podcast
Avatar, Legender & Latte og Skull & Bones

Troldspejlet Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 71:01


Denne gang taler redaktionen om spillene Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor og Skull & Bones, serien Avatar the Last Airbender på Netflix, bogen Legender & latte af Travis Baldree samt tegneserien Spøgelsesjægerne 1: Tunguska af Mara. Medvirkende: Jakob Stegelmann, Troels Møller, Christopher Andersen, Benjamin Stegelmann og Regitze Heiberg.

Travelers In The Night
786-Comet 31

Travelers In The Night

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 2:01


My Catalina Sky Survey teammate Alex Gibbs discovered his 31st comet while asteroid hunting in Leo with our 60 inch telescope on Mt. Lemmon, Arizona. It orbits the Sun once every 6 years on a path between Mars and Jupiter. Comet P/2023/Y1 (Gibbs) is one on the 600 plus known members of the Jupiter family of comets.

Lighthouse Faith – FOX News Radio
Archeologist Dr. Steven Collins and the Discovery of the Biblical Site of "Sodom and Gomorrah"

Lighthouse Faith – FOX News Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2024 44:20


The destruction of the biblical sister towns of Sodom and Gomorrah is one of the most well-known and controversial stories in the Bible's Old Testament. God's reasons for obliterating this thriving metropolis have had incredible consequences for us today and hence the subject of intense debate. But for centuries, many secular, and some Christian scientists, believed Sodom was just a mythical town meant to support an allegorical telling of God's wrath against sin. But in 2001 archeologists began researching a site around the Dead Sea that matched the Bible's geographical description of where Sodom was located. A few years later a dig began, and a few years after that, archeologists confirmed that a city matching the description of Sodom had been located. But more interestingly still, recently they found evidence of it being destroyed by a cataclysmic event, like an asteroid burst similar to the one, but larger, than the one of Tunguska, Russia in 1908. On this episode of Lighthouse Faith podcast, chief archeologist of the site, Dr. Steven Collins, explains how they know this recently unearthed site has all the markings of one of the most notorious stories in the Bible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

StarDate Podcast
Moon and Jupiter

StarDate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 2:11 Very Popular


Jupiter has been described as the vacuum cleaner of the solar system. The planet’s powerful gravity sucks in comets and asteroids. They’re destroyed as they slam into Jupiter’s atmosphere. That keeps those objects from possibly threatening Earth and the other inner planets.Scientists have seen several of these impacts. They’ve seen some of them directly, as bright flashes of light. For others, they’ve seen the aftermath — big, dark scars in Jupiter’s atmosphere.One of the most recent impacts came last summer. Amateur astronomers in Asia saw a bright flash of light on August 28th. One of them even recorded the flash on video. It lasted several seconds.An early analysis said the flash was similar to another one a couple of years earlier. It probably was the equivalent of a blast on Earth in 1908. Known as the Tunguska event, it occurred when an asteroid or comet exploded in the upper atmosphere. It leveled hundreds of square miles of Siberian forest.The biggest impact yet seen on Jupiter took place in 1994. Jupiter’s gravity pulled apart a large comet. It then pulled in the remains, which created about a dozen big blasts. The scars from those impacts were visible for months.Jupiter keeps company with the Moon the next couple of nights. It looks like a brilliant star. It’s to the left or upper left of the Moon tonight, and closer below the Moon tomorrow night. Script by Damond Benningfield

StarDate Podcast
Moon and Jupiter

StarDate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 2:11


Jupiter has been described as the vacuum cleaner of the solar system. The planet's powerful gravity sucks in comets and asteroids. They're destroyed as they slam into Jupiter's atmosphere. That keeps those objects from possibly threatening Earth and the other inner planets. Scientists have seen several of these impacts. They've seen some of them directly, as bright flashes of light. For others, they've seen the aftermath — big, dark scars in Jupiter's atmosphere. One of the most recent impacts came last summer. Amateur astronomers in Asia saw a bright flash of light on August 28th. One of them even recorded the flash on video. It lasted several seconds. An early analysis said the flash was similar to another one a couple of years earlier. It probably was the equivalent of a blast on Earth in 1908. Known as the Tunguska event, it occurred when an asteroid or comet exploded in the upper atmosphere. It leveled hundreds of square miles of Siberian forest. The biggest impact yet seen on Jupiter took place in 1994. Jupiter's gravity pulled apart a large comet. It then pulled in the remains, which created about a dozen big blasts. The scars from those impacts were visible for months. Jupiter keeps company with the Moon the next couple of nights. It looks like a brilliant star. It's to the left or upper left of the Moon tonight, and closer below the Moon tomorrow night.  Script by Damond Benningfield Support McDonald Observatory

Bust or Trust: A Kids' Mystery Podcast

On the 30th June 1908, the skies above Tunguska in Siberia, exploded with the force of an atomic bomb. But to this day scientists still aren't 100% sure what caused it. Its widely thought to have been a meterorite, but could it have been caused by something more mysterious? Athena and Tiernan bring the evidence, then its up to you to decide! Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chief detectives want to hear more from the investigations, including more compelling evidence and extra fun facts, then you can become a paid subscriber of the show. Just click Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or visit patreon.com/bustortrustpodcast to get access to weekly bonus episodes, ad-free and early listening and exclusive extras. Your support will help us to investigate even more amazing mysteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Programmed to Chill
Unlocked: Bonus Episode 65 - An Alternate Reading of Ghostbusters pt. 3, Dissociation, Possession, Architecture, Ivo Shandor, Tunguska, and Defending the EPA, feat. Reid and Wendy Painting

Programmed to Chill

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 101:34


(unlocked from Patreon; episode 3 of 4) Reid (@seriations) and Wendy Painting (@BirdWendy2) continue our conversation about Ghostbusters. In this episode, we continue with the film and discuss dissociation and possession, sus architecture, the backstory of Ivo Shandor, the Tuguska Incident, and more.  Wendy Painting's Kofi: https://ko-fi.com/wendyspainting artwork by @DEEP_RED_BELLS Songs: Superstition by Stevie Wonder Ghost Ryders In The Sky by Johnny Cash Links: Patreon: ⁠www.patreon.com/ProgrammedToChill⁠ Merch: https://programmed-to-chill.myshopify.com/

The Why Files. Operation: PODCAST
519: DEEP DIVE: Tesla, Tunguska and the Awesome Power of the Pyramid

The Why Files. Operation: PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 46:19 Very Popular


In this intriguing exploration, we uncover the mysterious connection between Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking experiments and the catastrophic Tunguska Event. Was Tesla, the master of electricity, responsible for one of history's most baffling explosions? We also dive into the theory of the Great Pyramid serving as an ancient power plant. Unravel these enigmas with us, as we stitch together history, science, and legend to reveal truths hidden in plain sight. Be ready to question what you know about the past and the potential of technology.

Irish History Podcast
The Cork tsunami & other historic natural disasters

Irish History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 27:02


This podcast looks at forgotten story of the tsunami that hit Cork in 1755, the volcanic winter of 1816 and a meteor that was way to close for comfort in 1908. Although they dont feature prominently in history, they had huge impact at the time.Articles referenced in the show A seismic tsunami in the Irish annals, recorded at Iona in October 720 https://arxiv.org/abs/2211.05224Folklore about the Cork tsunami http://www.deepmapscork.ie/past-to-present/climate/1755-lisbon-earthquake-tsunami-west-cork-coast/The Tunguska impact event and beyond https://academic.oup.com/astrogeo/article/50/1/1.18/201316Narrations - Aidan CroweSound - Kate Dunlea. 
My new book a book a lethal legacy is out this Thursday. You can still pre-order and get 10% off when you use the discount code FD10 at Eason.*The launch takes place Thursday September 14th in Hodges Figgis on Dawson Street in Dublin at 6pm*. If you are in Dublin drop in if you are around. It would be lovely to put a face to a listener!  Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/irishhistory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Radiolab
Little Black Holes Everywhere

Radiolab

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 34:52 Very Popular


In 1908, on a sunny, clear, quiet morning in Siberia, witnesses recall seeing a blinding light streak across the sky, and then … the earth shook, a forest was flattened, fish were thrown from streams, and roofs were blown off houses. The “Tunguska event,” as it came to be known, was one of the largest extraterrestrial impact events in Earth's history. But what kind of impact – what exactly struck the earth in the middle of Siberia? – is still up for debate. Producer Annie McEwen dives into one idea that suggests a culprit so mysterious, so powerful, so … tiny, you won't believe your ears. And stranger still, it may be in you right now. Or, according to Senior Correspondent Molly Webster, it could be You.EPISODE CREDITS Reported by - Annie McEwen and Molly WebsterProduced by - Annie McEwen and Becca Bresslerwith help from - Matt KieltyOriginal music and sound design contributed by - Jeremy Bloom, Annie McEwen, Matt KieltyMixing by - Jeremy Bloomwith dialogue mixing by - Arianne WackFact-checking by - Diane Kellyand edited by  - Alex Neason GUESTS Matt O'Dowd (https://www.mattodowd.space/)Special Thanks:  Special thanks to, Matthew E. Caplan, Brian Greene, Priyamvada Natarajan, Almog Yalinewich CITATIONS: Please put any supporting materials you think our audience would find interesting or useful below in the appropriate broad categories. Videos: Watch “PBS Space Time,” (https://zpr.io/GNhVAWDday49) the groovy show and side-gig of physicist and episode guest Matt O'Dowd Articles: Read more (https://zpr.io/J4cKYG5uTgNf) about the Tunguska impact event! Check out the paper (https://zpr.io/vZxkKtGQczBL), which considers the shape of the crater a primordial black hole would make, should it hit earth: “Crater Morphology of Primordial Black Hole Impacts”Curious to learn more about black holes possibly being dark matter? You can in the paper (https://zpr.io/sPpuSwhGFkDJ), “Exploring the high-redshift PBH- ΛCDM Universe: early black hole seeding, the first stars and cosmic radiation backgrounds”   Books:  Get your glow on – Senior Correspondent Molly Webster has a new kids book, a fictional tale about a lonely Little Black Hole (https://zpr.io/e8EKrM7YF32T)Our newsletter comes out every Wednesday. It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org. Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Science Sandbox, a Simons Foundation Initiative, and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.