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Come get curious with NASA. As an official NASA podcast, Curious Universe brings you mind-blowing science and space adventures you won't find anywhere else. Explore the cosmos alongside astronauts, scientists, engineers, and other top NASA experts who are achieving remarkable feats in science, space exploration, and aeronautics. Learn something new about the wild and wonderful universe we share. A... more

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NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are back home. Hear reactions from the Artemis II crew—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen—as they returned to Earth.

For more information about Artemis II, visit nasa.gov/artemis-ii

NASA’s Artemis II mission has flown around the Moon, and its four astronauts traveled farther from Earth than anyone in history. Relive this historic mission through the astronauts’ own words, including their scientific descriptions of the Moon’s sur... more

Liftoff! NASA’s Artemis II mission launched on April 1, 2026, carrying four Moonbound astronauts. After an approximately 10-day mission, Artemis II ends with a splash. Lili Villarreal, the recovery and landing director for Artemis II, leads the team ... more

Behind NASA’s Artemis II mission and the astronauts who will fly around the Moon, teams on the ground are essential. Explore some of the epic equipment that makes Artemis II possible—the mobile launcher, crawler-transporter, and NASA’s barge Pegasus—... more

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Recent Guests

Reed Wiseman
NASA astronaut, Artemis II commander
NASA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Victor Glover
NASA astronaut, Artemis II pilot
NASA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Christina Koch
NASA astronaut, Artemis II crew member
NASA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Jeremy Hansen
Canadian Space Agency astronaut, Artemis II crew member
CSA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Charlie Blackwell Thompson
Artemis Launch Director
NASA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Debbie Korth
Deputy Program Manager for Orion
NASA
Episode: Update: Artemis II Crew Flies Around the Moon
Lili Villarreal
NASA's Landing and Recovery Director for Artemis II
NASA
Episode: Artemis II: How NASA’s Moon Mission Returns to Earth
Reid Wiseman
NASA astronaut and commander of the Artemis II mission, emphasizing leadership.
NASA
Episode: Artemis II: Meet the Moonbound Astronauts
Shane Kimbrough
A retired US Army officer and three-time space explorer, serving as commander of SpaceX Crew-2 and flight engineer for Expedition 65.
NASA
Episode: Encore: A Day In Space

Hosts

Padi Boyd
Host of the show, engaging with a variety of topics related to NASA's missions and scientific advancements.
Jacob Pinter
Co-host of the show, focusing on insights from space exploration and the experiences of astronauts and scientists.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Exceptional

    easy 5+++

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMA4R
    Canada18 days ago
  • NASA

    I love listening to this podcast every day because it’s my favourite podcast ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A ME=😍
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Inspiring

    Not only is it fascinating, but it’s such an uplifting podcast — literally and figuratively! The people at NASA they interview are so calm, confident, and congenial. It inspires me to be more like them in my own life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatwithCoffee
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bad bad bad

    I would rather read a septillion dictionary’s

    I would never listen again

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    1
    Worst podcast
    Taiwan2 months ago
  • When are they going to launch

    I have been waiting to see the videos

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bananabreadawesomeness
    United States3 months ago

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A few listeners express wish for more frequent episodes, indicating high interest and demand for continued discussions on space science.
The expert interviews are highlighted as a key strength, with many finding them inspiring and informative.
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The approachable format is praised, making complex scientific topics accessible to the general public, including children.

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Artemis II: How NASA’s Moon Mission Returns to Earth
Q: If you could give the crew one last message before they get into Orion, what would you tell them?
I'd tell them that we'll be there when they land, waiting for them, and that the team is fully invested in bringing them home safely, with all the support and procedures in place.
How Webb Illuminates Stars’ Cloudy Origins
Q: How do the ingredients come together to form stars and planets?
The star originates from the collapse of the cloud and heats up over time through gravity, while tiny dust grains collide and grow into larger bodies.
How Webb Illuminates Stars’ Cloudy Origins
Q: What are the ingredients that we need to make a star or a planetary system?
The ingredients start at the very early stage when the dark cloud collapses; atoms and molecules can freeze out and form compounds on cold dust grains.
Webb's Exoplanet Research Sounds Like Sci-Fi—But It's Real
Q: Do you think that we'll find signs of life on an exoplanet within your lifetime?
I surely hope so; I think we would be able, especially with future missions focused on detecting biosignatures.
Webb's Exoplanet Research Sounds Like Sci-Fi—But It's Real
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is interested in science but also may not realize that that is a real career path?
There's not a linear career path; you don't have to be a genius to make discoveries. If you have interest and excitement, that's key.

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An official podcast featuring in-depth discussions with astronauts, scientists, and engineers, providing listeners an opportunity to explore the latest developments in space exploration and scientific research. Themes often include upcoming Artemis missions, insights from human spaceflight, and the innovative capabilities of the James Webb Space Telescope, among other key aspects of NASA's work. The approachable format, coupled with expert perspectives, makes complex scientific topics accessible and engaging, catering to both enthusiasts and those new to the subject. Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on the human experience in space, fostering curiosity about the universe and inspiring future generations.

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Recent guests on NASA's Curious Universe include:

1. Reed Wiseman
2. Victor Glover
3. Christina Koch
4. Jeremy Hansen
5. Charlie Blackwell Thompson
6. Debbie Korth
7. Lili Villarreal
8. Reid Wiseman

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