Looking Up

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Total Solar Eclipse

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Pluto

Scavenger's Reign

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Yerkes Observatory

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Black Holes

Space Camp

Science Fiction

Astronomy Picture Of the Day

Water Content In Atmosphere

Dark Energy

Astrobiology

Light Pollution

Join Dean Regas, astronomer, author, and space expert on a journey through the stars! Guests from all over the globe bring their knowledge and passion about today’s latest scientific discoveries and advancements. From eclipses to supernovas, from rockets to rovers; there’s a whole universe to explore! Dean is the author of “How to Teach Grown-Ups About Pluto” and “100 Things to See in the Night Sk... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	62	Founded	9 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	AstronomyScience

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Turning the Milky Way into Music (with Mara Helmuth)

When NASA and other space agencies release sounds from space, what are we actually hearing? The answer: data sonifications. Scientists take data from telescopes, often across multiple wavelengths of light, and translate them into audible soundscapes.... more

25 Sep 2026 • 17 min • Most popular

Launching a Probe into the Sun (with Dr. Joe Westlake)

The sun is our closest laboratory for understanding how stars work. Decades of space missions have studied the sun, yet its outer atmosphere, the corona, remains a mystery. NASA's Parker Solar Probe was built to change that. Dean Regas talks with Dr.... more

11 Sep 2026 • 20 min

Downloading the Universe (with Dr. Mario Jurić)

Astronomers say the shiny new Vera C. Rubin Telescope will be able to map the entire universe with remarkable precision in no time. Already, it has located tens of thousands of asteroids close to home. Dean Regas chats with Dr. Mario Jurić, the solar... more

28 Aug 2026 • 19 min

Who Voted to Demote Pluto? (with Dr. Bob Stencel and Dava Sobel)

What really happened when Pluto was demoted? Twenty years after the International Astronomical Union's 2006 vote, Dean Regas revisits the decision that reshaped our solar system, with insider accounts from science writer Dava Sobel and astronomer Bob... more

14 Aug 2026 • 19 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Joe Westlake

Director of Heliophysics at NASA Headquarters

NASA

Episode: Launching a Probe into the Sun (with Dr. Joe Westlake)

Mario Jurić

Astronomy faculty, University of Washington; solar system lead scientist for Rubin Observatory

University of Washington

Episode: Downloading the Universe (with Dr. Mario Jurić)

Dava Sobel

Science writer, committee member on the IAU definition task

Scientific American (editor of METER)

Episode: Who Voted to Demote Pluto? (with Dr. Bob Stencel and Dava Sobel)

Robert Stencel

Retired professor of astronomy, present at the 2006 IAU meeting

University/Former Professor of Astronomy

Episode: Who Voted to Demote Pluto? (with Dr. Bob Stencel and Dava Sobel)

Gísli Sigurðsson

Research professor focusing on oral traditions and Norse mythology in Iceland

University of Iceland/Arne Magnusson Institute

Episode: A Total Eclipse of Dean's Heart (with Gísli Sigurðsson)

Tracy Dyson

NASA astronaut

NASA

Episode: Posing for a Picture with the Earth (with astronaut Tracy Dyson)

Daniella Mendoza DellaGiustina

Associate professor at the University of Arizona's Lunar and Planetary Laboratory

University of Arizona

Episode: What did NASA find on Asteroid Bennu? (with Dr. Daniella Mendoza DellaGiustina)

Kat Troche

Amateur astronomer, informal educator, and project coordinator for the Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Episode: Bringing the universe down to Earth (with Kat Troche)

Stacy McGaugh

Professor of Astronomy, Case Western Reserve University

Case Western Reserve University

Episode: Is most of the universe actually invisible? (with Dr. Stacy McGaugh)

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Dean Regas

Host of Looking Up

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings

Great podcast. If you have a chance to see Dean in person, he's the most entertaining astronomer I've encountered.
Podcast Addict
5
Goettablaster
3 years ago
Great entertainment for data entry days at work!
I thoroughly enjoy the hosts’ banter and find myself laughing throughout. Plus it’s educational!
Apple Podcasts
5
ameliarose25
United States5 years ago
Black holes
Thank you so much for the aching me more about black holes I love them
Apple Podcasts
5
BiennialCone190
United States5 years ago
Great podcast!
Anna and Dean do a great job of balancing the banter with the science. I learn something with every episode. Keep up the amazing work!
Apple Podcasts
5
Pmatfitz
United States7 years ago
Great Podcast
Dean and Anna have a great chemistry and they keep this podcast light heart and fun.
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United States7 years ago

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Shows are entertaining and informative, with memorable anecdotes.

Hosts have great chemistry and balance banter with solid science.

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Apple Podcasts	#26	United States/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#115	Canada/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#213	United Kingdom/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#23	Australia/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#20	South Korea/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#30	Belgium/Science/Astronomy

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Downloading the Universe (with Dr. Mario Jurić)

Q: What notable discoveries or outcomes do you anticipate as the survey progresses over the next decade?

We expect thousands of asteroids to be cataloged, millions of galaxies revealed, new insights into dark matter and dark energy, and the ability to compare future sky images with current data to study how stars and galaxies move and evolve over time.

Downloading the Universe (with Dr. Mario Jurić)

Q: Now, tell us all about the Vera Rubin Observatory and what makes it unique, including where it is located.

The Rubin Observatory is a new, very large telescope located in the Chilean Andes, designed to image the entire sky every three days using a 3,200-megapixel camera to generate an unprecedented amount of data, enabling wide-area surveys and rapid identification of moving objects like asteroids.

Launching a Probe into the Sun (with Dr. Joe Westlake)

Q: How close did it get to the Sun and how fast did the spacecraft go?

At its closest approach, Parker Solar Probe reached within a few million miles of the Sun, traveling faster than any previous human-made object, a testament to its advanced heat shield and autonomous navigation.

Launching a Probe into the Sun (with Dr. Joe Westlake)

Q: Give us the itinerary from launch to where the Parker Solar Probe has gone so far.

The probe launched in 2018, repeatedly loops by the Sun with Venus assist to gradually tighten its orbit and approach, culminating in very close perihelion passages that bring it into the solar atmosphere for direct measurements, with ongoing flybys planned for many years.

Who Voted to Demote Pluto? (with Dr. Bob Stencel and Dava Sobel)

Q: What did you observe about the vote and the room dynamics during the Prague meeting?

The vote began with heated arguments among pro and con personalities, but through discussion and leadership, the group moved toward a unanimous decision despite initial reservations and intense public interest.

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A science-focused conversation series exploring astronomy, space science, and related culture through accessible storytelling. Hosts bring clear explanations on topics from planet definitions and eclipses to spaceflight and planetary missions, often pairing contemporary discoveries with historical context and practical observational tips. Notably, the show blends entertaining banter with expert insights, frequently featuring researchers, astronauts, authors, journalists, and educators who translate complex science for a broad audience. Its approachable vibe, active engagement with current space topics, and emphasis on outreach and public understanding make it a compelling listen for curious readers, stargazers, and professionals seeking dig... more

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2. Mario Jurić
3. Dava Sobel
4. Robert Stencel
5. Gísli Sigurðsson
6. Tracy Dyson
7. Daniella Mendoza DellaGiustina
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