Science News Episodes

March 28, 2024

#403: Stellar Synthesis & Quasar Quests: Crafting Cosmic Particles & Unveiling the Universe's Brightest Beacon

Prepare for a stellar foray into the frontiers of astrophysics with your seasoned spacefarers, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson, in this riveting episode of Space Nuts. Today, we're delving into the realm of nuclear …
Jan. 11, 2024

#386: Is Our Solar System Still Full of Surprises?

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Dec. 28, 2023

#384: Black Holes: A Surprising New Source for Mysterious Dark Energy? & Other Listener Questions Answered

While Fred and Andrew head off on an end of year break....we dip back into our recent past and bring you one of our 'all-questions' episodes for a repeat run, just in case you missed it the first time or simply need a refres…
Dec. 21, 2023

Astronomers Track Famous Comet Halley as It Reaches Aphelion Point | #383

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Dec. 14, 2023

Exclusive Insight: Unveiling the Potential New Meteor Shower | #382

Join us as we uncover the potential for a breathtaking new meteor shower, diving into the irony of lost fruit in space and exploring the tantalizing possibility of the speed of life after the Big Bang. In this episode, yo…
Dec. 7, 2023

Unraveling the Phenomenon of Gamma Ray Bursts and Supernovae | #381

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Nov. 16, 2023

The Dinosaur Extinction Mystery Revisited: New Theories & Surprising Discoveries | #378

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Nov. 9, 2023

Unveiling the Moon's True Age: A Surprising Discovery | #377

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Nov. 2, 2023

Unraveling the Universe: Confirming Jean-Pierre Macquart's Groundbreaking Discovery | #376

In the vast expanse of the universe, a mysterious cosmic symphony plays out, captivating our senses and challenging our understanding. But what if I told you that this symphony has a twist, an unexpected turn that leaves eve…
Oct. 19, 2023

From Bennu to Apophis: The Ongoing Journey of the Osiris Rex Mission | #374

Have you ever heard these myths about space? Prepare to have your mind blown as we debunk three popular misconceptions that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the universe. Get ready for a mind-…
June 8, 2023

#355: Find Out About the Universe: Space Science Questions Answered

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June 1, 2023

#354: The Geysers of Enceladus

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May 25, 2023

#353: Exploring the Cosmos: Saturn's Record-Breaking Moon Count & Other Space News

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May 4, 2023

SN350: Questions Time

The Sun's Wobble: Unraveling the Mystery of Solar Movement If you're feeling frustrated and disheartened by reading countless articles and watching endless videos about black holes without gaining a deeper understanding of …
April 13, 2023

Unveiling Mars' Glacial Remains: A Water Game Changer? | Space Nuts 347

In this episode, you will be able to: Uncover the potential for water sources on Mars due to newly discovered glacial remains. Dive into the intricacies of ultra-massive black holes and their impact on gravitational lensing …