Space Nuts

This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you with the support of Insta360 and their brand new UltraGo camera.. Access our special deal by visiting www.store.insta360.com and use the promo code SPACENUTS at checkout.Cosmic Queries: Tides, Meteor Showers, and the Goldilocks ZoneIn this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Heidi Campo and Professor Fred Watson dive into a series of thought-provoking questions submitted by listeners. From the gravitational effects of the moon to the dynamics of meteor showers and the concept of the Goldilocks Zone, this episode is a treasure trove of astronomical insights.Episode Highlights:- Moon's Gravitational Pull: Listener Ash asks why the moon's gravity affects ocean tides so drastically but not humans. Fred explains the difference in gravitational pull across the Earth, emphasizing that while we do experience slight shifts, our size prevents us from feeling the same tidal effects as the oceans.- Scheduled Observations in Astronomy: Ben's audio question prompts