10 episodes

Join me, Samuel Hinton, as I travel through the cosmos in search of fun things to talk about! We'll be in the solar system discussing where else we can live, investigating the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, tearing apart bad science, and appreciating cool space tech, all in one bite-sized podcast.

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    • Science
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

Join me, Samuel Hinton, as I travel through the cosmos in search of fun things to talk about! We'll be in the solar system discussing where else we can live, investigating the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy, tearing apart bad science, and appreciating cool space tech, all in one bite-sized podcast.

    Black Holes - Is there one inside you right now?

    Black Holes - Is there one inside you right now?

    What is a black hole, where do they come from, and how might then end up destroying Earth?

    • 20 min
    Planet Hunting

    Planet Hunting

    Curious how we can find planets in solar systems so far away the planets are invisible to us? Turns out there are a few handy tricks you can use!

    • 13 min
    How to go fast: Rockets and hot things

    How to go fast: Rockets and hot things

    Want to go fast? Use a rocket. Or an exotic ion drive. Or maybe sail through space? So many options to chose from!

    • 19 min
    Moon Landing - Fact or Fiction?

    Moon Landing - Fact or Fiction?

    Technological marvel or studio setup? Was the moon landing a global conspiracy? One way to find out - listen in!

    • 25 min
    Can you hear the Big Bang?

    Can you hear the Big Bang?

    You'll hear me talking, you'll hear intro music, but can you actually hear the Big Bang itself? The answer: Yes! Sort of.

    • 10 min
    The Darkest of Energies

    The Darkest of Energies

    A confusing tour of dark energy - the mysterious anti-gravity field permeating the universe.

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Miila G ,

Super cool!

Listening for the first time and I’m already fascinated. Thanks for explaining it simply but yes so complex!

bikesquad ,

Fascinating

Awesome work Samuel. Well spoken and full of awesome info and great stories. Space is neat and Samuel is awesome!

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