Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to podcast for the latest news and updates from the fascinating world of astronomy and space exploration. I'm your host, Anna, and I'm thrilled to have you with us today. We've got a lineup of exciting stories that span from groundbreaking missions to the cutting-edge technology shaping our future in space. In today's episode, we're diving into the extraordinary journey of NASA's Mars habitat crew, who are about to step out after more than a year in simulated ...
Jul 04, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 92
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your daily dose of the latest news in the world of astronomy and space exploration. I'm your host, Anna, and I'm here to guide you through today's top stories. Whether you're a lifelong space enthusiast or just curious about the universe, we've got you covered. Today we'll explore NASA's extension of Boeing's Starliner crew flight test, Russia's ambitious plans for a new orbital space station, and a busy schedule of launches for early July. We'll also delve into the s...
Jul 03, 2024•22 min•Season 3Ep. 91
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to podcast for the latest updates in the universe. I'm Anna, your host for today. In today's episode, we'll explore a wealth of exciting topics. We'll be delving into the recent scrubbing of a Firefly Aerospace mission that aims to send educational cubesats into space. We'll also discuss groundbreaking research at the intersection of space medicine and human longevity. And finally, we'll look at the fascinating potential of using Martian lava caves as habitats...
Jul 02, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 90
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 ...
Jul 01, 2024•27 min•Season 3Ep. 89
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the Podcast that brings you the latest updates from around the universe. I'm your host, Anna. Today we have a lineup of fascinating stories that highlight the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of space exploration. We'll delve into NASA's ongoing efforts to bring the Boeing Starliner crew back home safely amid technical challenges and discuss Europe's weather satellite operators' notable decision to switch from the delayed Ariane 6 rocket to the more reliable SpaceX Fa...
Jun 29, 2024•14 min•Season 3Ep. 88
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the podcast that brings you the latest news in space and astronomy. I'm your host, Anna. Today we'll cover a variety of fascinating topics, including SpaceX's preparations for Starship flight five, a precautionary shelter event for astronauts aboard the International Space Station due to a satellite breakup, and NASA's Curiosity Mars rover facing a particularly prickly power puzzle. We have a lot of ground, or rather space, to cover today, so let's dive into the cosmo...
Jun 28, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 87
Astronomy Daily - The PodcastAstronomy Daily - The PodcastWelcome to Astronomy Daily, where we explore the latest news in space and astronomy. I'm your host, Anna. In this episode, we'll dive into some truly fascinating updates. We'll discuss the revival of the Sherlock instrument on NASA's Perseverance rover, bringing it back online after six months. We'll look at surprising findings from the OSIRIS-REx mission, including a potential link to an ancient ocean world. We'll also cover Europe's Zer...
Jun 27, 2024•15 min•Season 3Ep. 86
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the podcast that brings you the latest news and discoveries from the cosmos. I'm Anna and I'm thrilled to be your host for today. We have a lineup of captivating stories that span from groundbreaking space missions to intriguing research discoveries. In today's episode, we'll explore China's Chang'e 6 mission, which has made history by returning with the first-ever samples from the far side of the moon. We'll also dive into NASA's successful launch of the GOES-U weath...
Jun 26, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 85
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your daily dose of celestial wonder and cosmic news. I'm Anna, your host, and I'm thrilled to take you on today's journey through the fascinating world of astronomy. In our podcast, we bring you the latest updates, expert insights, and detailed commentary on everything happening beyond our planet. Today we've got an exciting lineup of stories that will captivate both seasoned astronomers and curious newcomers alike. We'll start with NASA's recent decision to cancel a ...
Jun 25, 2024•18 min•Season 3Ep. 84
Welcome to Astronomy AstroDailyPod! I'm your host, Steve Dunkley, bringing you the latest cosmic updates for 24 June 2024. Today, we delve into a star on the brink of explosion, a stranded spacecraft, and the ongoing search for Planet Nine. We'll also explore new satellite constellations aiding in firefighting, a joint Chinese-French satellite mission, and a family suing NASA over space debris. Plus, we look at racing drones testing spacecraft control systems. Let's dive in!- **NASA Sued Over Sp...
Jun 24, 2024•18 min•Season 3Ep. 83
Welcome to Astronomy Daily. I'm your host, Anna, and today we've got an exciting lineup of space news you won't want to miss. From the latest updates on Boeing's Starliner mission to groundbreaking discoveries about our galaxy's star clusters and intriguing insights into changes occurring within Earth's inner core. We've also got news on Virgin Galactic's new commercial astronaut crew, the completion of the Ariane 6 rocket's final rehearsal, and revelations from NASA's Cassini spacecraft about S...
Jun 22, 2024•10 min•Season 3Ep. 82
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll delve into NASA's latest asteroid impact exercise, groundbreaking research on Martian water detection, DARPA's new quantum laser project, intriguing air samples gathered by Perseverance, and celebrate the Hubble Space Telescope's 21st anniversary with stunning images. Plus, we'll look at recent research focusing on heart failure in space. Let's d...
Jun 21, 2024•17 min•Season 3Ep. 81
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll explore the first major lunar standstill in 18 years, unveiling a breathtaking celestial moment you won't want to miss. Next, we'll dive into the rich, metallic landscapes of Mars, painting a vivid picture of the red planet's geological marvels. We'll also tackle the unsettling reality of space junk and its impact on Earth's ozone layer, a concer...
Jun 20, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 80
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll dive into the successful launch of SpaceX's Starlink satellites, incredible new images from the Hubble Space Telescope, and the real-time awakening of a massive black hole. We'll explore how Earth's atmosphere protects us from the devastating effects of nearby supernovae and look at a fascinating collaboration between Lego and space agencies to c...
Jun 19, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 79
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll delve into groundbreaking research on the secrets of supermassive black holes, a historic launch deal by Rocket Lab, and a preview of upcoming space missions and cutting-edge lunar developments in China. There's plenty to keep you informed and inspired.Astronomers have long been fascinated by supermassive black holes, the titanic giants residing ...
Jun 18, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 78
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Steve Dunkley, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll delve into the recent communication loss and recovery of Voyager One, and touch on Voyager Two's status. Also, we'll clarify the recent confusion about an emergency aboard the International Space Station. Our favorite topic this month, Starliner, has a minor delay but continues its work on the ISS. Hallie shares an intriguing story about...
Jun 17, 2024•17 min•Season 3Ep. 77
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll dive into a rare last-second abort of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket during a mission to launch 22 Starlink satellites, highlighting the complexities of space missions. Next, we'll explore groundbreaking research on lunar soil from the University of Waterloo, which could pave the way for sustainable human settlement on the moon. We'll also celebrate Pl...
Jun 15, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 76
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll delve into Voyager One's latest achievements as it resumes its science operations after a technical glitch. We'll also discuss the recent spacewalk cancellation on the International Space Station due to a spacesuit discomfort issue. And don't miss out on the new findings from NASA's Perseverance rover on Mars, which has just reached a new area of...
Jun 14, 2024•9 min•Season 3Ep. 75
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with a recent NASA mishap that caused a stir on social media, revealing the delicate nature of space operations. Next, we'll explore the ambitious Einstein Telescope project, poised to revolutionize our understanding of gravitational waves, and take a closer look at a critical spacewalk investigating space microbes. We'll also discuss NASA'...
Jun 13, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 74
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll dive into NASA and Boeing's plans for the much-anticipated Starliner crewed return, exploring the technical challenges they face. Next, we'll uncover remarkable genetic findings from SpaceX's Inspiration4 mission, the first-ever all-civilian space expedition, revealing temporary DNA changes in space. We'll also delve into groundbreaking research ...
Jun 12, 2024•10 min•Season 3Ep. 73
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with the remarkable discovery of early morning frost on the peaks of Mars' giant dormant volcanoes, captured by the European Space Agency's Trace Gas Orbiter. This finding could have a profound impact on our understanding of water distribution on the red planet and its implications for future human exploration. Next, we'll turn our ...
Jun 11, 2024•22 min•Season 3Ep. 72
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with recent research revealing a surprising shortage of primordial black holes, challenging our understanding of dark matter and the universe's structure. Next, we'll explore a breakthrough in autonomous multi-robot planetary exploration, enhancing the efficiency of missions to Mars and beyond. We'll then cover Virgin Galactic's final comme...
Jun 10, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 71
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with the James Webb Space Telescope's latest revelations about exoplanets, providing unprecedented details about their atmospheres and potential habitability. Next, we'll delve into the first detection of magnetic fields in massive stars beyond our galaxy, a groundbreaking discovery that deepens our understanding of stellar magnetis...
Jun 08, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 70
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll explore Boeing Starliner crew's challenging yet successful docking with the International Space Station and SpaceX's starship nailing its first ocean splashdown. We'll also look at groundbreaking findings from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and the excitement around a mysterious pit on Mars. Additionally, we'll discuss fascinating rese...
Jun 07, 2024•8 min•Season 3Ep. 69
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with NASA's groundbreaking crewed test of the Starliner spacecraft, marking a significant milestone for the commercial crew program. Then, we'll delve into the Artemis III mission's progress, highlighting a crucial integrated test involving NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX. Next, we'll discuss the discovery of the slowest spinning radio neutro...
Jun 06, 2024•11 min•Season 3Ep. 68
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with the Hubble Space Telescope's shift into one gyroscope mode due to a malfunction, and how this adjustment will impact its future observations. Next, we'll delve into SpaceX's recent achievements, including the Starlink 85 satellite launch and the FAA's approval for Starship flight 4, highlighting their strides towards interplane...
Jun 05, 2024•14 min•Season 3Ep. 67
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll explore China's groundbreaking lunar mission, which aims to bring back ancient rocks from the moon's far side. Next, we'll discuss the potential nova eruption of T Corona Borealis, a rare event that promises to light up our night skies. We'll also bring you updates on the Hubble Space Telescope, focusing on its current status and future p...
Jun 04, 2024•12 min•Season 3Ep. 66
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Steve Dunkley, brings you the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with the intriguing story of Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maizawa who recently canceled his planned lunar voyage on a SpaceX vehicle. Next, we'll delve into a groundbreaking method developed by a team from Rhode Island to map the moon using 2D images and a technique called shape-from-shading. But that's not all. We'll also discuss t...
Jun 03, 2024•18 min•Season 3Ep. 65
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with the latest advancements from NASA's future missions, including groundbreaking technologies for the Habitable World's Observatory. Next, we'll provide updates on Voyager 1 and its recent instrument recovery efforts. You'll also hear about new discoveries from Martian meteorites that reveal crucial information about the Red Plane...
Jun 01, 2024•13 min•Season 3Ep. 64
Embark on a celestial journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, guides you through the latest cosmic updates. We'll start with South Korea's ambitious plans to land on Mars by 2045 and the launch of their first space agency, CASA. Then we'll delve into India's latest achievement in space technology as Agnikul Cosmos successfully launches the country's second privately built rocket. But that's not all. We'll also bring you some significant updates from ...
May 31, 2024•11 min•Season 3Ep. 63
