S1E29 - Ton 618
Send us Fan Mail Ton 618 is one of the largest known black holes in the universe. In this episode, we explore what “largest” even means in cosmic terms. We talk about quasars and extreme physics. Ton ...
17 Aug 34s
S1E28 - 14 Irene
Send us Fan Mail 14 Irene is an asteroid from the early days of astronomy. In this episode, we explore how asteroids are named and studied. We talk about what these rocky bodies reveal about planetary...
10 Aug 29s
S1E27 - Saturn
Send us Fan Mail Saturn’s rings make it instantly recognizable. In this episode, we explore how those rings formed and why they won’t last forever. We talk about Saturn’s moons and dynamic system. Sat...
3 Aug 29s
S1E26 - Uranus
Send us Fan Mail Uranus spins on its side, unlike any other planet. In this episode, we explore what might have caused its extreme tilt. We talk about ice giants and atmospheric science. Uranus challe...
27 Juli 29s
S1E25 - The Milky Way
Send us Fan Mail The Milky Way is our cosmic home, but seeing it clearly is a challenge. In this episode, we explore its structure, spiral arms, and hidden core. We talk about what it means to live in...
20 Juli 32s
S1E24 - Messier 87
Send us Fan Mail Messier 87 is home to one of the most famous black holes ever observed. In this episode, we explore the galaxy and its powerful jet. We talk about how black holes shape their surround...
13 Juli 33s
S1E23 - The Canis Major Overdensity
Send us Fan Mail The Canis Major Overdensity is a subtle feature in the structure of our galaxy. In this episode, we explore what it might represent. Is it a disrupted dwarf galaxy or something else e...
6 Juli 29s
S1E22 - Neptune
Send us Fan Mail Neptune is a distant world of wind and ice. In this episode, we explore its deep blue color and extreme weather. We talk about how it was discovered through mathematics before observa...
29 Juni 29s
