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Pale Blue Pod

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Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so co... more

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Latest Episodes

Welcome ConStar to the show!! Moiya leads Connie through a series of games, each more ridiculous than the last.

New Host!:

• ConStar is a writer, social media expert, and professional nerd. Follow her on IG at @constar24.

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• Watch and fo... more

Happy Halloweek, spooky friends! Moiya celebrates this week by telling her bestie ConStar about big, scary monsters out in space. Vampires, ghosts, and krakens, oh my!

Guest Star:

• ConStar is a writer, social media expert, and professional nerd.... more

Supernovae are going to come up in next week's episode, so enjoy this refresher on how and why stars explode!

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• Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok

• Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.... more

Moiya celebrates the pod's 150th episode with a trip down memory lane. She shares her favorite episodes, lessons listeners said they learned, and her plans for the future of the pod!

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• Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTub... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Grugle
Audio producer, composer, and head of productions at Multitude
Multitude
Episode: Scariest Planets with Brandon Grugle
Dr. Deboki Chakravarti
Science writer and co-host of Tiny Matters
Tiny Matters
Episode: The Week NASA Started with Dr. Deboki Chakravarti
Maria DeCotis
Comedian, actress, and writer based in New York City.
Episode: Collisions in Space with Maria DeCotis
Julia Schifini
Podcaster, sound designer, and voice actor.
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Episode: Build-A-Telescope with Julia Schifini
Rory Bricca
A musician, composer, and conductor studying music at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: "Active Galactic Nuclei" with Rory Bricca
Caroline D'Angelo
An astronomer turned comedian based in the Netherlands
Independent Comedian
Episode: LIGO with Caroline D'Angelo
Grace Johnson
Comedian and avid Star Trek fan
Episode: Space Colonization with Grace Johnson
Corey Rindler
Co-host of Bathtub Season podcast, audio engineer
Bathtub Season
Episode: Firefly Review with Corey Rindler
Dr. Nia Imara
An artist and astrophysics professor at UC Santa Cruz.
UC Santa Cruz
Episode: Painting the Cosmos with Dr. Nia Imara

Host

Dr. Moiya McTier
Astrophysicist dedicated to making complex astronomical concepts accessible and engaging for all.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 399 ratings
  • To be fair, I only made it through the first episode, so it's probably a better podcast now than what I listened to. But it has the two-friends-just-talking format that I don't like, and episode 1 is very, very, very giggly. Some people love this format, but to me it wastes too much time that we could be using to talk about science. It's just not my vibe.

    Podchaser
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    Sarah B
    23 days ago
  • Waste of time

    I was hoping to learn things I did not know about space physics etc but to get to anything interesting one has to endure ages of meaningless conversation between host and guest about nothing of any consequence.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    pctwi
    United Statesa year ago
  • Lovely for scientists and non-scientists

    I could listen to Moiya McTier all day. And Corinne Caputo makes an excellent Watson to Moiya’s Sherlock Holmes. Together the two of them present a variety of topics on the Universe, cosmology, planetology, and the history of science in a very humanities-friendly manner. As a working scientist and science communicator, I love watching them in action and get something out of every episode. I can count on Pale Blue Pod to provide an unfailingly chill, calming touch to my often crazy work days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr.rickloftus
    United Statesa year ago
  • Man vs bear

    Had to unsubscribe on principle, both hosts would go with bear alone in the woods. Social media has rotted away ninety percent of the population’s brains. Just remember, when people overwhelmingly choose to reproduce with liars and criminals, usually multiple individuals, than good people will be bred out of existence. Who is to blame for that?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MKULTRA83
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is a great way to learn more about space and science concepts in an accessible way. Moiya is great as always, and Corrine always keeps me guessing as to what she'll say next.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nonbinarynerd32
    a year ago

Listeners Say

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Critics have sometimes felt the conversation can stray too far into casual banter, leading to a lack of focus on scientific topics.
The podcast is praised for its ability to infuse comedy into educational content, creating an inviting atmosphere for learning about space.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and relatable style of the hosts, making complex scientific topics accessible and enjoyable.
Overall, many find it comforting and engaging, likening it to spending time with friends while learning about the universe.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#16
United States/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts
#16
Canada/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts
#50
United Kingdom/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts
#240
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#37
Australia/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts
#62
France/Science/Astronomy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Scariest Planets with Brandon Grugle
Q: What do you think is the scariest thing in space?
Black holes are scary because, if you got near one, it would suck, but fast radio bursts are conceptually scary due to their unknown origins.
Scariest Planets with Brandon Grugle
Q: If you were an astronaut, what song would you want to be playing during blast off?
Something relaxing, like Phoebe Bridger's album, to help calm nerves during the ride to space.
Scariest Planets with Brandon Grugle
Q: What law of nature would you change if you could and how?
I want to change gravity and somehow localize it so that everyone can fly, creating a more exciting world.
Stargazing Calendar with Noah McTier
Q: What are you most looking forward to regarding sky events?
Noah mentioned his excitement for the Orion meteor shower and December solstice.
Stargazing Calendar with Noah McTier
Q: What law of nature would you change if you could?
To have the ability to manipulate gravity and not feel sharp chest pain.

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What is Pale Blue Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on making astronomy and space-related topics more accessible and enjoyable for a broad audience, particularly those who may feel intimidated by the complexities of the universe. With a blend of humor and personal anecdotes, the hosts tackle various subjects ranging from astronomical phenomena to science in popular culture, often featuring guests who add unique insights into the discussions. The engaging style aims to transform initial fears about the cosmos into a sense of wonder and intrigue, presenting the universe as a friend rather than a daunting expanse. Notably, the combination of a comedian and an astrophysicist allows for a refreshing dynamic, making learning about space entertaining and relatable.

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1. Brandon Grugle
2. Dr. Deboki Chakravarti
3. Maria DeCotis
4. Julia Schifini
5. Rory Bricca
6. Caroline D'Angelo
7. Grace Johnson
8. Corey Rindler

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