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Asteroids
Space Exploration
Mars
Astronomy
DART Mission
Neptune
Diamond Rain
NASA
Gravitational Waves
Earth
Solar System
Olin College Of Engineering
Astrophysics
James Webb Space Telescope
Near-Earth Objects
Planet Earth
Magnetic Field
Eastern Noctus Labyrinthus
Uranus
Planetary Science

Hear stories about the alien moons orbiting our Sun, of cold stars, and the future of space exploration. Every week, scientist Dr. Carrie Nugent chats about an amazing part of our universe with an expert guest. Spacepod is the podcast that gives you an inside look into space exploration. Learn more: listentospacepod.com

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A question from Ida, age 4. Miho Janvier answers. Find out more about the Solar Dynamics Observatory, the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO), Solar Orbiter, and Proba-3. For more on Dr. Janiver's work, see episode 121.

A question from Kellan, age 6. Professor Kim McLeod answers. To learn more about Wellesley College's Whitin Observatory, including public visit nights, go here. For more on what you can do to reduce light pollution, see these resources from Dark Sky... more

A question from Maeve, who is almost 3 years old. Dr. Alejandro Soto answers. For more on Dr. Soto's work, see episodes 44 and 136.

A question from Issac, age 5. Dr. Nancy Chabot answers. For more on Dr. Chabot's work, see episodes 7 and 152. For more on the Planetary Defense, see this NASA website. For more on the DART mission, see the mission website.

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Recent Guests

Miho Janvier
Solar physicist
Episode: 235: Why is the sun hot?
Kim McLeod
Professor at Wellesley College, astronomer
Wellesley College
Episode: 234: How many stars are there in space?
Alejandro Soto
Researcher at Southwest Research Institute studying planetary atmospheres
Southwest Research Institute
Episode: 232: Are there rainbows on other planets?
Nancy Chabot
Chief Scientist of the Space Exploration Sector at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory
Episode: 232: How many potholes are on an asteroid?
Jeff Rich
An astronomer and the outreach lead at Carnegie Science Observatories in Pasadena.
Carnegie Science Observatories
Episode: 231: How big is space?
Sabine Stanley
Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University in Planetary Science
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: 228: Do other planets really have diamond rain?
Michael Busch
Research scientist at the SETI Institute
SETI Institute
Episode: 227: What is the fastest asteroid?
Jeremy Kubica
Director of Engineering for the Link Frameworks Project
Link Frameworks Project
Episode: 226: The intersection of computer science and astronomy with Dr. Kubica
Dr. Pascal Lee
Planetary scientist at the SETI Institute and director of the Mars Institute
SETI Institute / Mars Institute
Episode: 225: A newly discovered Martian volcano with Dr. Lee

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Carrie Nugent
Host of Spacepod; professor at Olin College (various affiliations cited across episodes).

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 708 ratings
  • Such a great show for space nerds and information up to date about space!

    Been listening for a few years and this podcast has really helped me with my journey with space and learning more! It is very much inspiring despite these hard times. I hope it inspires you as much as it inspires me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NASAismylove
    United States5 months ago
  • A great and entertaining listen

    Carrie Nugent is an excellent interviewer, her bubbly personality will bring a smile to your face. It's learning the most enjoyable way.

    Audible
    5
    CFV
    United Statesa year ago
  • Carrie Nugent is an excellent interviewer, her bubbly personality will bring a smile to your face. It's learning the most enjoyable way.

    Audible
    5
    CFV
    United Statesa year ago
  • Number 1 in my podcast app. Smart, informative, fun. Guests from all different specialities. I listen to episodes multiple times. Thank you Carrie. I raise a glass to you.

    Podchaser
    5
    An Tong
    2 years ago
  • Amazing Pod for Space Nerds!

    This is a fun show for nerds and space fans of all levels. Carrie and her guests do an amazing job of sharing their research in a way that anyone can understand and enjoy. If you enjoy space or even just science in general, I highly recommend this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheiCarl
    United States2 years ago

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Mix of science talk and light, drink-theme banter keeps episodes enjoyable and digestible.
Fans appreciate the host's responsiveness and the variety of topics.
Guests are high-quality experts, asked in clear, comprehensible ways.
Engaging host with accessible explanations helps science reach a broad audience.
Listeners praise the show's ability to cover wide topics without sacrificing depth and accuracy.

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235: Why is the sun hot?
Q: What tools or spacecraft help study the sun's atmosphere?
Observatories and missions like Solar Orbiter, SOHO, and PROBA 3 provide imagery and data in various wavelengths, helping scientists map how heat and explosions travel through the sun's atmosphere.
235: Why is the sun hot?
Q: Why is the sun hot at its core?
Because fusion reactions at the core release enormous amounts of energy, which then propagates outward, heating the surrounding layers and driving the Sun's overall brightness.
234: How many stars are there in space?
Q: How many stars are there in space?
There are so many stars that even in our own Milky Way, the number is around a hundred billion, and when you include all galaxies in the universe, the total is astronomically large; we often rely on estimates rather than trying to count every star.
232: Are there rainbows on other planets?
Q: Is there anything like that that might happen on another planet around our sun?
Yes, under the right conditions you could have phenomena similar to rainbows, such as sun dogs or glories in high-altitude ice, but the key is the combination of droplet size, atmospheric clarity, and viewing angle, which may or may not occur on worlds like Titan or ancient Mars.
232: Are there rainbows on other planets?
Q: Is there rainbows on other planets?
There may be, but on Mars the lack of liquid droplets and a dusty atmosphere likely prevents traditional rainbows; Titan could have rain, but haze and distance from the Sun diminish visibility; exoplanets might host Earth-like rainbows under certain conditions, and infrared or UV rainbows are intriguing possibilities that depend on atmospheric properties and the star involved.

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

A science-focused interview show where a knowledgeable host converses with expert guests to unpack concrete space topics in approachable terms. Recent episodes cover how astronomers estimate huge quantities like stars, the physics behind rainbows on different worlds, and what craters reveal about asteroid interiors and planetary defenses, along with explorations of planetary atmospheres, extreme planetary processes, and exoplanet dynamics. A recurring strength is translating cutting-edge research into accessible explanations, often opening with lighthearted drink conversations that set a relaxed, curious tone while grounding discussions in real missions and experiments. Noteworthy traits include a diverse set of guest scientists from promin... more

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1. Miho Janvier
2. Kim McLeod
3. Alejandro Soto
4. Nancy Chabot
5. Jeff Rich
6. Sabine Stanley
7. Michael Busch
8. Jeremy Kubica

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