Synopsis
All things Space astronomy, news, travel, discoveries, the mysteries and morewith world renown and respected Astronomer Dr. Fred Watson and Broadcaster/Journalist Andrew Dunkley. Website: www.bitesz.com
Episodes
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SN366: Uncovering Earth's Largest Impact Crater: The Deniliquin Mystery and Other Space News
24/08/2023 Duration: 48minIf you're feeling frustrated and discouraged by the lack of progress in understanding the impact of asteroids on Earth, despite your avid interest in astronomy and space exploration, then you are not alone! You may have been tirelessly scouring through scientific articles and documentaries, hoping to gain a deeper comprehension of the subject, only to be left with more questions than answers. Instead of the expected result of an enhanced understanding, you may find yourself overwhelmed by complex theories and conflicting interpretations, leaving you feeling lost and perplexed. In this episode, you will be able to: · Uncover the terrestrial tales told by asteroid impact craters, offering a glimpse into Earth's eventful past. · Unravel the evidence indicative of water on Martian landscape, kindling excitement for the existence of extra-terrestrial life. 'Something that's only 15, 20, maybe 30 km across can so disturb the atmosphere that you lose half the living organisms on the planet... Mind-boggling stuff.' -
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SN365 : Your Inquisitive Minds, Our Expertise: Delving into the Depths of Space
17/08/2023 Duration: 52minThis episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of NordVPN. To find out more about the special deals Andrew talks about, please visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts to help support the show and do yourself a favour. Win/win.Does this sound familiar? You've spent countless nights gazing up at the stars, filled with wonder and curiosity about the mysteries of the universe. But despite all the time and effort you've put into researching, you still feel like you're missing something. You've been told to simply read books and watch documentaries, hoping to gain a deeper understanding, but it's left you feeling unsatisfied and longing for more. The pain of not getting the answers you seek is like a void in your knowledge, begging to be filled. In this episode, you will be able to: · Dive deep into the intriguing world of space science and astronomy, while unraveling the mysteries of the universe. · Absorb knowledge about the spectacular phenomena of supernovae and their implications on the cosmos. · Bask i
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#364: Unraveling Ancient Metalworking: The Story of a Meteoritic Iron Arrowhead and Other Space News
10/08/2023 Duration: 50minDo you want to uncover the secrets of ancient metalworking techniques and unravel the mysteries of ancient trade routes? Are you eager to gain a deeper understanding of our ancestors' ability to create remarkable artifacts? In this fascinating exploration, I will reveal the solution to achieving increased knowledge of ancient metalworking techniques and uncovering the intricate web of trade routes that spanned the ancient world. Get ready to unlock the secrets of the past and embark on a journey that will expand your understanding of human ingenuity and connectivity. In this episode, you will be able to: · Delve into how ancient societies utilized meteoritic iron in fashioning arrowheads. · Explore the fascinating findings unveiled by NASA's InSight mission to Mars. · Get a grip on the fast rotation of Mars and its complicated internal dynamics. · Discern the role meteoritic iron held in the evolution of ancient cultures. · Learn about complex topics in astronomy such as tired light and black holes, clarified
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#363: Discovering the Unseen: The Voyager Two Mission's Unprecedented Journey
03/08/2023 Duration: 51minDelving into the cosmic vastness, this episode brings to light the intriguing world of space exploration, primarily focusing on the enduring Voyager Two mission. Remaining operational for a staggering 46 years, the spacecraft epitomizes the human spirit's relentless pursuit of knowledge, defying its initial design to function merely for twelve years. A central theme is how these seemingly remote explorations have profound implications for planetary safety, exemplified by efforts to detect potential near-earth objects and asteroids. Discover the incredible world of space exploration with the awe-inspiring Voyager Two mission. Brace yourself for an unexpected twist that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Witness the heart-stopping moment when a minor error causes the spacecraft's antenna to shift away from Earth, setting off a chain of events with far-reaching consequences. Prepare to be captivated as you wait with baited breath for the spacecraft to reset its parameters, leaving you wondering...what happ
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The Sahara Mystery: Unearthing the Origins of a Remarkable Meteorite | #362
27/07/2023 Duration: 47minPicture this: a meteorite found in the vast Sahara Desert, not just any ordinary space rock, but one with a composition eerily similar to our own planet. The plot thickens as scientists debate its origins, some proposing volcanic eruptions, while others suggest cataclysmic asteroid impacts. But here's the twist: this meteorite may have been flung from Earth itself, soaring through the cosmos for thousands of years before making its triumphant return. The question remains: how did a piece of Earth escape our gravitational pull and embark on an interstellar journey? In this episode, you will be able to: · Disclose the captivating find of a meteorite in the Sahara Desert, believed to originate from Earth itself. · Delve into the enigmatic world of dark matter stars, considering their profound implications in our grasp of dark matter. · Scrutinize the fascinating interaction between elusive dark matter and the common matter of our everyday life. · Ponder on the profound concepts of time, consciousness, and specul
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Decoding the Mystery of Martian Rivers: Clues to Life's Origins | #361
20/07/2023 Duration: 48minUnearthing rivers on Mars and Titan has ignited a fire within me, a flame fueled by the tantalizing possibility of life in the most unlikely of places. The shocking discovery of these rivers, once teeming with potential, has shattered our perception of barren landscapes and opened a door to the infinite possibilities of our vast universe. Join me on this extraordinary journey as we delve deeper into the secrets these rivers hold, and uncover the unexpected twist that may forever change our understanding of life beyond Earth. In this episode, you will be able to: · Discover the intriguing mysteries of Martian and Titan's river systems and their potential to host life. · Uncover the enduring nature and evolutionary potential of Mars' ancient rivers. · Delve into detailed comparisons of riveting river systems between Mars and Titan. · Gain valuable insights into cutting-edge computer modelling techniques applied in planetary studies. · Become privy to groundbreaking insights on the age of the Universe and Dr. Gu
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#360: Collaboration vs. Competition: Advancing Space Exploration Together & Other Space Questions
13/07/2023 Duration: 53minDiscover the unexpected twist that ignited our curiosity, the twist that pushed the boundaries of our understanding of the cosmos. Rusty from Donnybrook and Russ from Stylebridge brought forth questions that transformed our podcast into an intergalactic journey, delving into the mysteries of the Milky Way's metallicity profile and the mind-bending concept of our universe residing within a black hole. As we explored these audacious ideas, we found ourselves diving deeper into the enigma of space, forging a bond with our listeners who share our passion for astrobiology. But little did we know, these questions were just the beginning - a beginning that would unravel even more captivating mysteries. Stay tuned to uncover the next twist in this cosmic tale. In this episode, you will be able to: · Get the lowdown on how Metallicity is intertwined with the presence of complex life across our galaxy. · Journey through the awe-inspiring, enigmatic universe of black holes, detailing their size and properties. · Walk th
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#359: Unleashing Sunlight: Lightbender's Revolutionary Solution for Lunar Power & Other Space News
06/07/2023 Duration: 44minHave you ever felt the rush of excitement when stumbling upon a hidden gem? Well, let me take you on a journey where the unexpected becomes the norm. Picture this: a space buff lost in deep thoughts about the upcoming Artemis mission to the Moon. The question of power generation in the shadowy craters of the lunar south pole lingers. But then, like a bolt of lightning, a company named Maxar appears on the horizon with their ingenious solution - Lightbender. Mirrors and sunlight intertwine to illuminate the darkness. But what if this lunar enlightenment holds even more secrets? Stay tuned to uncover a twist that will leave you craving for more. In this episode, you will be able to: · Unearth the immense difficulty behind power creation on the Moon and its crucial implications. · Learn about the innovative path Lightbender is paving for electricity generation in the Moon's darkest regions. · Understand the subtle yet influential relationship between Lightbender and heliostat technology. · Imagine broader possib
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#358: Hunting for Planet Nine: The Search Intensifies with New Telescopes
29/06/2023 Duration: 52minIf you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed by the lack of tangible evidence for Planet Nine despite your endless research and late-night discussions, then you are not alone! In this episode, you will be able to: · Traverse the peculiarities of the hypothesized Planet Nine and comprehend its potential impacts on our solar system. · Explore the advanced capabilities of the Vera Rubin Telescope and how it's set to transform the search for elusive celestial bodies. · Discern the urgent need for a structured framework in the burgeoning industry of space tourism and its potential implications. · Unwrap the fundamentals of how atoms emit and absorb light, which is crucial in our interpretation of astronomical observations. · Dissolve any misconceptions about the size of the universe, identifying the difference between the age of the universe and the distance light has traveled. List 2: I want to believe it, I really do. I hope they've found it. - Andrew Dunkley The resources mentioned in this episode are: · Visit
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#357: The Impact of Groundwater Usage on the Earth’s Tilt & Other Space News
22/06/2023 Duration: 52minThis episode of Space Nuts, the Space News Podcast is brought to you by NordVPN. To check out our special deal just visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts - you'll be glad you did if you value your security while online.In this episode, you will be able to: · Uncover fascinating facts about the cosmos with the Space Nuts podcast. · Understand how groundwater pumping can affect Earth's rotational poles. · Discover the intriguing connection between secondary cosmic radiation and earthquakes. · Explore the concept of cosmic rain and its potential to provide Earth with extra water. · Dive into discussions about visiting intriguing celestial bodies like Mars, Enceladus, Europa, and Alpha Centauri. We learn things about the universe by examining the Earth. - Professor Fred Watson. The resources mentioned in this episode are: · Visit the website for the Daily News about planet Earth to read more about the impact of groundwater usage on the Earth's rotational poles. · Learn more about the Credo project and their findings on
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#356: Record-Breaking Stars: Exploring the Fastest Objects in the Galaxy & Other Space News
15/06/2023 Duration: 46minIn this episode, you will be able to: · Explore the captivating world of astronomy and deep space ventures. · Unravel the enigma of the galaxy's swiftest stars and binary system marvels. · Get acquainted with space debris issues and Astroscale's groundbreaking Elsa tug. · Investigate the unique phenomena of hybrid eclipses and satellite retirement plans. · Benefit from intriguing listener inquiries about asteroids, the Great Attractor, and light information. The more we learn, the more we realize just how much we don't know. - Andrew Dunkley The resources mentioned in this episode are: · Visit the website phys.org for more information on the topic. · Check out the company Astroscale for their reusable robotic tug called Elsa. · Learn more about the Gaia spacecraft and its ability to measure positions of stars accurately. · Look up J1235 and J927 for more information on the record-breaking stars. · Research more on the topic of space junk and its impact on space travel and the environment. The Number of Active
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#355: Find Out About the Universe: Space Science Questions Answered
08/06/2023 Duration: 55minThanks to Curiosity Stream and NordVPN for sponsoring today’s podcast. Go to https://curiositystream.com/SPACENUTS and use code SPACENUTS to save 25% today.Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for our special security deal designed for you and save big time.In this episode of the Space Nuts podcast, Professor Fred Watson and I answer the most pressing astronomy and space science questions from our listeners. From the role of moons in creating tides to the speed of light, we explore the vast mysteries of the universe. But one listener's hypothetical scenario involving black holes has us stumped. Tune in to find out why. As a space enthusiast, I was excited to listen to the latest episode of the Space Nuts podcast, where host Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson answered a variety of astronomy and space science questions from their curious listeners. Learn about the properties of dark matter and dark energy and how they affect the universe's expansion. Additionally, the hosts discussed the connection between tim
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#354: The Geysers of Enceladus
01/06/2023 Duration: 45minThis episode is brought to you by Curiosity Stream For 25% off, use our special URL . www.curiositystream.com/spacenuts - you'll be glad you did.In this episode of Space Nuts, we take a look at the geysers on Enceladus. The James Webb Space Telescope has had another look at them after they've been previously seen elsewhere, and they've found out a bit more about them. And it's amazing. Also, a star that may not be a normal star. This one could be a dark matter star as a matter of fact. We get stuck into that. And we follow up on a couple of things that came up in the last program. And we will be looking at a white dwarf age issue, according to Rusty. And Jeff is asking about what the view would be like from inside a black hole, if we could possibly get inside one. Tunnel vision at the very least, I imagine. That's all coming up in this edition of Space Nuts. Astronomy, Science, Space, and Stuff. Space Nuts Episode 354 with Professor Fred Watson & Andrew Dunkley Download from your favorite podcast distrib
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#353: Exploring the Cosmos: Saturn's Record-Breaking Moon Count & Other Space News
25/05/2023 Duration: 50minThanks to Curiosity Stream and NordVPN for sponsoring today’s podcast. Go to https://curiositystream.com/SPACENUTS and use code SPACENUTS to save 25% today.Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for our special security deal designed for you and save big time.In this episode of the Space Nuts podcast, I discuss the recent discovery of 62 new moons orbiting Saturn using a telescope. As a space enthusiast, I am excited to learn about this fascinating discovery, which brings the total known moons around Saturn to 145, surpassing Jupiter's 95 moons. I am intrigued by the method used to discover the small satellites, as the cameras on spacecraft Cassini were not capable of identifying them. Professor Fred Watson explains that the distinction between what constitutes a moon is based on its size, composition and orbit. This episode provides an engaging and educational discussion on the latest space science news and developments. As a host, I recommend this episode to anyone who wants to stay updated on recent discoveries.I
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#352: Earth's Secret Weapon: Hydroxide's Role in Atmospheric Cleanup
18/05/2023 Duration: 48minThanks to Curiosity Stream and NordVPN for sponsoring today’s podcast.Go to https://curiositystream.com/SPACENUTS and use code SPACENUTS to save 25% off today. Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for our special security deal designed for you.Space Nuts #352In this episode of Space Nuts, we explore a groundbreaking discovery about how Earth cleans up its own atmosphere, and how it could change the game in mitigating air pollution. But when our host jumps to the wrong planet, we discover stunning new images of Uranus taken by the James Webb Space Telescope and reveal some incredible insights about this mysterious planet. However, our excitement is cut short with a shocking revelation that leaves us wondering, will we ever go back?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts--2631155/support.
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#351: Wormholes & Quantum Breakthroughs: Unravelling Space-Time Secrets
11/05/2023 Duration: 49minGo to https://curiositystream.com/SPACENUTS and use code SPACENUTS to save 25% off today. Thanks to Curiosity Stream for sponsoring today’s podcast.If you're feeling frustrated and disheartened because despite your constant efforts to understand the latest developments in quantum research and wormholes, you still feel light years away from achieving the breakthrough you crave, then you are not alone! In this episode, you will be able to: Explore the intriguing world of wormholes and recent quantum discoveries in outer space research. Understand the crucial role that powerful R25 engines play in launching rockets into space. Connect the dots between the enigmatic forces of black holes and dark energy. Marvel at the Huntsman Telescope's ability to obtain highly-sensitive images from outer space. Differentiate between theoretical and physical wormholes while appreciating their presence in imaginative science-fiction narratives. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Check out NASA's website for more inform
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SN350: Questions Time
04/05/2023 Duration: 44minThe Sun's Wobble: Unraveling the Mystery of Solar MovementIf you're feeling frustrated and disheartened by reading countless articles and watching endless videos about black holes without gaining a deeper understanding of human proximity to them, then you are not alone!In this episode, you will be able to: Unravel the enigmatic influence of black holes on human lives and cosmic occurrences. Gain insight into the formation dynamics of rocky planets and the role gas plays in space. Understand the role of dark energy in driving the universe to expand incessantly. Scrutinize the realism of movie asteroid fields in contrast to real-world examples. Delve into ongoing research into the fabric of spacetime and the pursuit of a quantum gravity theory.'One day we might be able to get out there and get close to one of these things'. - Andrew DunkleyThe resources mentioned in this episode are: Learn more about the Hubble Law to understand the relationship between the velocity of objects and their distance.Check out the w
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A Glimpse into the Past: 3 Billion Years After the Big Bang | Space Nuts 349
27/04/2023 Duration: 52minGet ready to explore a 10 billion year old mystery! A closely bound duo of energetic quasars, the hallmark of a pair of merging galaxies, have been discovered when the Universe was only 3 billion years old. What secrets do these quasars hold and why have they lasted so long? Join us as we unravel this age-old mystery and uncover the secrets of the cosmos. But be warned, the answers may not be what you expect...In this episode, you will be able to:*Uncover the fascinating story behind the discovery of dual quasars from a 10-billion-year-old galaxy merger*Delve into the enigmatic Lyman alpha radiation bar of light observed on Saturn*Explore the environmental impact and challenges faced by the groundbreaking Square Kilometre Array radio telescope*Understand the science of infrared radiation, heat transmission, and black body light emissions *Consider the odds of life existing on Enceladus and other high-pressure ice moons'Cosmic Noon is one of the hot topics because it's that period when the Universe was just a
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Unlocking the Mystery of Exoplanet Magnetic Fields | Space Nuts 348
20/04/2023 Duration: 43minIn this episode, you will be able to:Explore magnetic fields on exoplanets and their fascinating role in supporting life.Delve into the reasons behind Virgin Orbit's bankruptcy amid SpaceX's thriving success.Uncover the mysterious fast blue optical transient (FBOT) explosions and their significance in space.Understand the correlation between Voyager spacecraft's speed and interstellar gas density.Engage with the latest news in space science and astronomy to stay updated and informed.The resources mentioned in this episode are:Visit the website phys.org (P-H-Y-S) to read up on the discovery of magnetic fields on exoplanets.Learn more about the Liverpool Telescope and its polarimeter equipment by visiting the University of Liverpool's website.Explore the University of Sheffield's Department of Physics and Astronomy to learn more about Dr. Justin Mornd's research on FBOT explosions.Stay informed about updates on space weather and its potential impact on Earth by following the news from the National Radio Astrono
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Unveiling Mars' Glacial Remains: A Water Game Changer? | Space Nuts 347
13/04/2023 Duration: 49minIn 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 and event horizons. Grasp the complex issue of time travel and how Earth's motion affects pinpointing landing locations. Explore the limitations of telescopes and active sensors in detecting objects beyond our solar system. Ponder the potential of the singularity, faster-than-light travel, and Cherenkov radiation in expanding our universe exploration. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Visit the phys.org website to read more about the discovery of glacial remains on Mars and the potential implications for future exploration. Learn more about gravitational lensing and how it can be used to measure the mass of celestial objects, such as ultra-massive black holes. Explore the Abell 1201 cluster and its ultra-massive black hole, which is 33 billion times more massive than the sun. Co