Universe Today Podcast

Fraser Cain

James Webb Space Telescope

Skeptic Movement

Exoplanets

NASA

Ufos

Misinformation

Vaccination

Scientific Literacy

Carl Sagan

Astronomy

Hubble Tension

Space Exploration

SETI

Neptune

Spacex

Peregrine Lander

K-218b

NIAC

Proxima Centauri

Mars

Space news, interviews, Q&As, and exclusive content from Universe Today. Audio versions of Fraser Cain YouTube channel.

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	1423	Founded	12 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	AstronomyScience

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[Q&A+] Weird 3I/ATLAS, Weird Saturn Storm, Weird Space News | Q&A 362

What's going on with the weird comet 3I/ATLAS? What's going on with the weird storm on Saturn? How do you know which space news to trust? And in Q&A+, the best space documentaries ever made.

Watch the video here (with no ads) or on YouTube: https://... more

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[Interview+] How Breakthrough Starshot Quietly Fell Apart

Since Breakthrough Starshot was announced back in 2006 we started hearing less and less about the cause. But now it's gone practically to zero. What happened to the most realistic attempt to send a starship to another star system? Finding out in this... more

13 Oct 2025

YouTube

The Ultimate Guide to The 3I/ATLAS Comet

3I/ATLAS is a mad topic surrounded by speculations about aliens and other controversial takes. But there's a lot of real science about this fascinating objects. So, in this video we put together all the major discoveries and scientific papers about 3... more

10 Oct 2025

[Q&A+] Super Dangerous Solar Storms, Sampling Interstellar Objects, Alpha Cen vs Tau Ceti | Q&A 361

How close are we to another Carrington-style event and how bad will it be? Why do people keep calling interstellar comets alien spaceships? Why not shift our focus from Alpha Centauri to Tau Ceti? And it Q&A+, if we see the Universe in the past, do w... more

9 Oct 2025

YouTube

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Recent Guests

Dr. Heidi Jo Neuburg

Professor of astrophysics at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Episode: [Interview+] This Crazy Pizza Slice Shaped Telescope Obliterates JWST Resolution

Luca Scifoni

PhD student in the School of Aerospace Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology

Georgia Institute of Technology

Episode: [Interview] Fighting Moon and Mars Dust with An Electric Shield

Dr. Markus Landgraf

Senior Architect at the Directorate for Human and Robotic Exploration at the European Space Agency.

European Space Agency

Episode: [Interview] How Close Are We To Building A Practical Skyhook

Dr. Noelia Noel

Senior lecturer at the University of Surrey, researching ways to mitigate satellite light pollution.

University of Surrey

Episode: [Interview] Fighting Light Pollution from Satellites with Ultra Black Paint

Dr. Pieter van Dokkum

Sol Goldman Family Professor of Astronomy and a Professor of Physics at Yale University

Yale University

Episode: [Interview] The Infinity Galaxy: First Evidence of a Direct Collapse Supermassive Black Hole?

Dr. Fengqiu Adam Dong

Jansky Fellow for the National Radio Astronomy Observatory.

National Radio Astronomy Observatory

Episode: [Interview] Modern Day Space Enigmas. Fast Radio Bursts

Dr. Tod Lauer

Astronomer with the National Science Foundation's Noir Lab and member of NASA's New Horizons science team.

National Science Foundation's Noir Lab

Episode: [Interview] How to Find Your Way Home in Space

Dr. Christiaan Brinkerink

Instrumentation Systems Engineer at Radboud University

Radboud University

Episode: [Interview] Revealing the Secrets of Cosmic Dark Ages

Tyler Bernstein

Co-founder and CEO of Zeno Power

Zeno Power

Episode: [Interview] Improving Nuclear Power Generators for Future Space Missions

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Fraser Cain

Host of Universe Today Podcast, knowledgeable in astronomy and science communication.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings

Loving this!
Great pace, great info about space, and great to hear we share an island! Mind blown when I heard you lived in Vancouver Island, too! #ProudCanadian
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coolfactor
Canadaa month ago
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5
MarkChicagoIL
United States2 months ago
Doing an awesome job!
This podcast was one of the reasons I got into astronomy. Keep up the good work Fraser!
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5
K0i_
United States2 months ago
Superb astronomy podcast.
I’ve been listening to Fraser’s podcasts for over 15 years. Universe Today and before that, Astronomycast, rekindled my childhood love of astronomy. Fraser is a highly knowledgeable science reporter and an incredible communicator. Informative, often awe-inspiring, I can’t recommend Universe Today enough. Great website too.
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5
Abtwentyseven
United Kingdom2 months ago
I like this show, but …
… FC’s pronunciation of “Milky Way” seems a little odd.
Apple Podcasts
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MarkChicagoIL
United States4 months ago

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Many appreciate the short, informative episodes that deliver high-quality content without unnecessary interruptions.

While there are occasional critiques regarding explanations of certain scientific concepts, feedback is predominantly positive, highlighting the educational value of the content.

Listeners praise the podcast for its engaging and accessible communication of complex scientific topics.

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Apple Podcasts	#1	United States/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#34	United States/Science
Apple Podcasts	#1	Canada/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#2	United Kingdom/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#30	Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts	#53	United Kingdom/Science

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[Q&A+] Power from a Black Hole, My Meteorite, Oort Cloud Attachment | Q&A 360

Q: How can a black hole be used to generate power?

Energy can be harnessed from black holes by feeding material to them, which emits high-energy radiation, or through the Penrose process that allows capturing kinetic energy when material falls into the black hole.

[Q&A+] Power from a Black Hole, My Meteorite, Oort Cloud Attachment | Q&A 360

Q: How is the Oort cloud even a sphere?

The host explains that the Oort cloud moves with the sun through the Milky Way, likening it to being on a boat where everything moves together, maintaining their positions.

[Q&A+] Power from a Black Hole, My Meteorite, Oort Cloud Attachment | Q&A 360

Q: If a spaceship launched with a balloon that was a meter bigger than the ship, could it collect water from the plumes of Enceladus to freeze around your ship for radiation protection?

The host expresses skepticism about collecting enough water from Enceladus to form a shell around the spacecraft, suggesting instead to bring water along for radiation protection.

[Q&A+] The Next Interstellar Project, Black Hole Planets, Combining Stars into a Megastar | Q&A 358

Q: Are ion rocket engines the future of interplanetary flight?

Ion rocket engines are already in use for interplanetary missions and are considered a promising technology for future explorations.

[Q&A+] The Next Interstellar Project, Black Hole Planets, Combining Stars into a Megastar | Q&A 358

Q: What is the latest in antigravity? Are we making any real progress?

Currently, there is no viable method for creating antigravity, and recent experiments have ruled out antimatter as a potential means for it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Universe Today Podcast

What is Universe Today Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on space exploration and astronomical developments, this program combines news coverage, interviews, and listener Q&As to engage science enthusiasts. Episodes frequently explore topics like potential life on Mars and Venus, the latest discoveries from telescopes like the James Webb Space Telescope, and the intricacies of space technology and missions. The unique format encourages community interaction through direct engagement with audience questions, making complex scientific concepts accessible to a broader audience.

Beyond reporting current events, discussions frequently touch on historical and theoretical aspects of space exploration, fostering a deeper appreciation for the universe's mysteries. The blend of concise information... more

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2. Luca Scifoni
3. Dr. Markus Landgraf
4. Dr. Noelia Noel
5. Dr. Pieter van Dokkum
6. Dr. Fengqiu Adam Dong
7. Dr. Tod Lauer
8. Dr. Christiaan Brinkerink

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