Cosmically Curious

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A space-focused segment from NHPR hosted by Patrick McNameeKing. It's all about celebrating the night sky with a healthy dose of joy, curiosity and zero pretension. Each week we’ll cover topics ranging from the latest NASA missions, to events happening in the night sky, to space in pop culture. It’s science for everyone—whether you’re an amateur astronomer or someone who’s never held a telescope.

  1. 5월 29일

    How stars are formed

    We talk a lot about stars, but how they are formed is a process that is not completely understood.

    2분

  2. 5월 25일

    Before the Big Bang

    A look at how modern physicists tackle the ultimate origin story.

    2분

  3. 5월 15일

    Hydrogen & History

    Construction is currently underway for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), a massive radio telescope poised to revolutionize our understanding of the cosmos.

    2분

  4. 5월 7일

    Warp Speed Ahead!

    Physics professor Nicole Gugliucci explains the science of Star Trek’s warp drive, the Alcubierre concept, and why we're still far off from zipping through space.

    2분

  5. 5월 1일

    Make your own rocket fuel

    We need water to live, but what else does water on Mars mean for space exploration?

    2분

  6. 4월 24일

    How do satellites navigate through space?

    A listener question reveals a surprisingly accurate system.

    2분

  7. 4월 16일

    Learn about the Starlight Challenge

    The Starlight Challenge is a self-guided astronomy project for anyone interested in learning more about the night sky.

    2분

  8. 4월 10일

    The search for extraterrestrial intelligence

    What techniques do researchers use in searching for what we know as "intelligence."

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A space-focused segment from NHPR hosted by Patrick McNameeKing. It's all about celebrating the night sky with a healthy dose of joy, curiosity and zero pretension. Each week we’ll cover topics ranging from the latest NASA missions, to events happening in the night sky, to space in pop culture. It’s science for everyone—whether you’re an amateur astronomer or someone who’s never held a telescope.

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