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SETI Live is a weekly production of the SETI Institute and is recorded live on stream with viewers on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Twitch. Guests include astronomers, planetary scientists, cosmologists, and more, working on current scientific research. Founded in 1984, the SETI Institute is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary research and education organization whos... more

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In a special bonus SETI Live, communication specialist Beth Johnson welcomes astronomer and entrepreneur Franck Marchis to introduce SkyMapper, a new global network of smart telescopes and all-sky sensors designed to open the universe to everyone. Sk... more

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On this episode of SETI Live, host Moiya McTier welcomes two leading researchers—Gabriele Cugno (University of Zürich) & Sierra L. Grant (Carnegie Institution for Science)—to dive into an extraordinary discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWS... more

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Join host Beth Johnson for a fascinating episode of SETI Live, featuring planetary scientists Dr Georgina Miles and Dr Carly Howett from the University of Oxford. We'll be unpacking their groundbreaking study showing that Enceladus — one of Saturn's ... more

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What happens when a planet is full of water—but too hot for oceans? Meet the "steam worlds," exotic exoplanets wrapped in thick water vapor and boiling at thousands of degrees. These strange worlds may be far from habitable, but they're reshaping how... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Georgina Miles
Planetary scientist from the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: The Moon that Could Support Life: What Cassini Discovered Beneath the Ice of Enceladus
Dr. Carly Howett
Planetary scientist from the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: The Moon that Could Support Life: What Cassini Discovered Beneath the Ice of Enceladus
Artem Aguichine
Researcher at the University of California, Santa Cruz focusing on exoplanets
University of California, Santa Cruz
Episode: Where Water Boils the Sky: Steam Worlds and the Search for Life
Dr. Ana Glidden
Postdoctoral researcher at MIT, studying exoplanet atmospheres
MIT
Episode: TRAPPIST‑1 e Revealed: Peering Inside an Exoplanet's Atmosphere
Dr. Néstor Espinoza
Astronomer and mission scientist for exoplanet science at the Space Telescope Science Institute
Space Telescope Science Institute
Episode: TRAPPIST‑1 e Revealed: Peering Inside an Exoplanet's Atmosphere
Dr. Eric Boyd
Microbial geochemist studying life in extreme environments
Montana State University
Episode: This Microbe Breathes Two Ways! The Bacteria That Challenge Biochemistry
Caleb Strom
Researcher from the University of North Dakota, specializing in asteroids and icy moons
University of North Dakota
Episode: The Hidden Ocean of Ariel: Tidal Forces and the Case for a Watery Past
Alex Pathoff
Researcher at the Planetary Science Institute, focuses on icy moons
Planetary Science Institute
Episode: The Hidden Ocean of Ariel: Tidal Forces and the Case for a Watery Past
Daniel Whiteson
Particle physicist and co-author of 'Do Aliens Speak Physics?'
Episode: Do Aliens Speak Physics? And Other Questions about Science and the Nature of Reality

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Beth Johnson
Communication Specialist at the SETI Institute, with a focus on bringing scientific discussions to broader audiences through accessible dialogue.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Often really interesting, but please improve audio quality

    I really like the content, details and information about current missions and discoveries.

    Unfortunately, it’s more often than not really difficult to listen to and follow due to low recording quality. I understand that not all guests have good equipment, but the hosts could maybe invest a little to improve quality. For starters, that‘s possible for well below 100 bucks. ;-)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    memyselfandiwerehere
    Germanya year ago
  • Great podcast, want more current SETI tech info

    Would love to hear and learn more on current SETI technical challenges or problems and solutions, thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Onecooldudeaaa
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth and clarity of scientific discussions, often highlighting the engaging nature of expert guests.
There is a strong interest in more information on current technical challenges and advancements related to SETI efforts.
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The Moon that Could Support Life: What Cassini Discovered Beneath the Ice of Enceladus
Q: What internal processes might these results point towards?
The results may not point to significant internal processes but indicate consistent, widespread heat output across the moon that could support life.
The Moon that Could Support Life: What Cassini Discovered Beneath the Ice of Enceladus
Q: What does a stable ocean suggest about Enceladus' potential for life?
A stable ocean suggests that Enceladus could have the necessary conditions for life to evolve, given adequate time, energy sources, and a stable environment.
Welcome Moiya! A New Host Joins SETI Live
Q: What's the first question you get in a bar when people find out you are an astrophysicist?
Usually it's do you think there are aliens?
Welcome Moiya! A New Host Joins SETI Live
Q: How do you handle science misinformation?
I find that misinformation is often a sign of curiosity, allowing me a chance to engage and provide accurate information.
Welcome Moiya! A New Host Joins SETI Live
Q: How do you feel science communication has changed in the last, say, decade?
It's definitely more online with more individuals producing content from their rooms rather than in person events.

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What is SETI Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Featuring discussions with leading researchers in the fields of astronomy and planetary science, the content explores groundbreaking findings and the implications of their work on understanding life beyond Earth. Episodes often cover a range of topics such as exoplanets, astrobiology, space weather, and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence, with insights drawn from the latest technological advancements like the James Webb Space Telescope. A key aspect is the live format where audience engagement occurs via platforms like YouTube and Facebook, making complex astronomical concepts more accessible to the public.

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Recent guests on SETI Live include:

1. Dr. Georgina Miles
2. Dr. Carly Howett
3. Artem Aguichine
4. Dr. Ana Glidden
5. Dr. Néstor Espinoza
6. Dr. Eric Boyd
7. Caleb Strom
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