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Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers

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Dr. Jessie Christiansen from the NASA Exoplanet Science Institute at IPAC/Caltech interviews the brilliant minds behind the discoveries of planets orbiting other stars.

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Vanishing Vulcans🌋💨👻 Spock's home planet is probably one of the most famous exoplanets, thanks to Star Trek lore. Turns out, Vulcan has a storied past in our own solar system's history, which Dr. Ben Montet shares in the second half of his chat wi... more

Innocent Until Proven Planet! 🛰️⚖️🪐 "Once you eliminate the impossible, whatever remains, no matter how improbable, must be the truth." - Arthur Conan Doyle Dr. Ben Montet set out to study black holes and then radio transients, and along the way he... more

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💙 An Avatar of Pandora? 💙 Did the movie Avatar predict the discovery of the holy grail of exoplanets: a nearby Earth-like rocky planet orbiting a Sun-like star? Drs. Jessie Christiansen and Ashley Chontos continue their conversation about Ashley's ... more

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Worth the Wait 🛰️⏳📅🪐 NASA's planet-hunting Kepler Telescope found its first planet candidate in 2009. Ten years later, KOI-4.01 was finally confirmed as an exoplanet by a team led by Dr. Ashley Chontos. The confirmation provided some bittersweet c... more

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Dr. Ben Montet
Scientia Senior Lecturer at UNSW
University of New South Wales
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 17 Ben Montet (part 1)
Dr. Ashley Chontos
Henry Norris Russell postdoctoral fellow
Princeton University
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 16 Ashley Chontos (part 2)
Ashley Chontos
Henry Norris Russell postdoctoral fellow at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 15 Ashley Chontos (part 1)
Dr. Bruce Macintosh
Director of the University of California Observatories
University of California Observatories
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep 13, Bruce Macintosh (Part 1)
David Kipping
Assistant Professor of Astronomy at Columbia University.
Columbia University
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 11 David Kipping (part 1)
Dr. Emily Gilbert
Exoplanet exploration program postdoctoral fellow
JPL
Episode: Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 9 Dr. Emily Gilbert

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Dr. Jessie Christiansen
Lead scientist at the NASA Exoplanet Archive

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Exoplanet science from the inside

    Enjoyed these glimpses of exoplanet science as it is actually practiced, hosted by a world class public communicator!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh Winn
    United States2 years ago
  • Exoplanetastic

    Great discussion on exoplanets from those at the coalface of discovery. Loved the Forbidden Planet discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Astro 65
    Australia3 years ago

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Many highlight the show's ability to make complex scientific concepts relatable and enjoyable.
Listeners appreciate the deep dives into exoplanet science and enjoy the engaging discussions with experts.

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ExploreExoplanets: TheDiscoverers; Ep. 18 Ben Montet (part 2)
Q: Are most of the discovered exoplanets like the planets of our solar system, or are they very different?
There are a lot of planets discovered that are similar in terms of being planets, especially those similar in size to Jupiter, but these are often found in very different locations compared to our solar system. We haven't found true analogs of our solar system yet.
Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 14 Bruce Macintosh (part 2)
Q: Are all or most solar systems in our galaxy aligned in the same direction as ours?
Bruce suggests that the evidence indicates the orientations of solar systems are random, as they observed various alignments among different systems.
Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep. 12 David Kipping (part 2)
Q: Are planetary systems in the galaxy usually aligned with the plane of the galaxy?
There's basically no real connection between them at all; they're just totally randomly distributed.
Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep 13, Bruce Macintosh (Part 1)
Q: What was the piece of information where you were finally convinced these are planets?
When he saw they were orbiting in the same direction, which is what planets should do, and when our collaborator adjusted planet models to reproduce their brightness.
Explore Exoplanets: The Discoverers; Ep 13, Bruce Macintosh (Part 1)
Q: How did you feel when he sent you the data from the plane?
It was still pessimism, honestly.

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The content focuses on the fascinating world of exoplanets, featuring in-depth conversations with leading scientists in the field. There is an emphasis on personal journeys, scientific discoveries, and advanced research methodologies used in exoplanet studies. Notably, the discussions often intersect with popular culture, such as fictional portrayals of planets, inspiring a unique connection between science and storytelling.Potential listeners with a curiosity for astronomy, science, and the nuances of space exploration would find value in the insights shared by experts. The interviews not only provide technical details but also showcase the human experiences behind scientific achievements, making complex topics accessible to a broader audi... more

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