Universe Today Podcast

Fraser Cain

James Webb Space Telescope

Skeptic Movement

Exoplanets

NASA

Ufos

Misinformation

Vaccination

Scientific Literacy

Carl Sagan

Astronomy

Space Exploration

SETI

Peregrine Lander

Neptune

Spacex

K-218b

Proxima Centauri

NIAC

Mars

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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	1446	Founded	12 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ScienceAstronomy

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[Space Bites+] BREAKING Comet News // Huge New Glenn Update // Lightning on Mars

Super Heavy buckles during testing, New Glenn is getting a huge upgrade, Starliner will try being a cargo ship, and a different comet ATLAS breaks up. And in Space Bites+, a galaxy found that is made of primordial hydrogen and helium.

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[Q&A+] Capitalism in Space, Orbit vs Moon, Extraterrestrial Lightning | Q&A 375

How can capitalism exist in space? Which will be commercially successful first, Earth orbit or the Moon? Did we observe lightnings on other planets? And in Q&A+, could aliens be watching Earth as a reality TV show?

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28 Nov 2025

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[Q&A+] Boots on Mars When? What's on The Dark Side? Why Colonize the Moon? | Q&A 374

What is a realistic date for humans to land on Mars? What really hides on the dark side of the Moon? Is Moon a better place for a colony than Mars? And in Q&A+, do Dyson spheres or swarms make any sense?

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26 Nov 2025

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[Space Bites+] Overturning Dark Energy // NASA's Eyes on 3I/ATLAS // Super Fast Solar System

NASA releases a ton of new images of 3I/ATLAS, new research claims to overturn dark energy, Chinese astronauts don’t have a safe way to get home, and the Solar System might be moving faster through the Universe than we thought. And in Space Bites+, a... more

22 Nov 2025

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Recent Guests

Dr. Nick Scott

Telescope System Scientist for the Chara Array, involved in instrument design and upgrades

Georgia State University

Episode: [Interview+] How Does The Biggest Visible Light Telescope Array Work

Aaron Werlen

PhD student at the University of Munich specializing in exoplanets analysis

University of Munich

Episode: [Interview+] Remember Hycean Worlds? Well, Looks Like They Shouldn't Exist

Dr. Caleb Scharf

Astrobiologist and author

Columbia University

Episode: [Interview+] Why Space Exploration in The Next Frontier in the Evolution of Life

Sarah Scholes

Journalist and writer who reported on Breakthrough Starshot

Scientific American

Episode: [Interview+] How Breakthrough Starshot Quietly Fell Apart

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?

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Fraser Cain

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

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings

separate the body from the mind
that’s good advice
Apple Podcasts
5
John the monn
United Statesa month ago
Amazing
I have a hard time following all the technical information so I took off a star, but that’s unfair to Fraser Cain. Just saying, this is a challenge to an intelligent but novice student of astronomy.
Apple Podcasts
4
Drumbreath
United States2 months ago
Great stuff
Fun
Apple Podcasts
5
MaxWoodstock
United States2 months ago
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
Apple Podcasts
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Canada2 months ago
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United States3 months ago

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Apple Podcasts	#1	United States/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#42	United States/Science
Apple Podcasts	#1	United Kingdom/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#1	Canada/Science/Astronomy
Apple Podcasts	#24	Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts	#36	United Kingdom/Science

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[Q&A+] Furthest Known Galaxy, Gravitational Slingshot Speed Limit, Toppling Starship | Q&A 372

Q: Can gravitational slingshots exceed the speed of light?

No, even using gravitational slingshots around black holes or stars cannot exceed the speed of light due to the fundamental laws of physics.

[Q&A+] Furthest Known Galaxy, Gravitational Slingshot Speed Limit, Toppling Starship | Q&A 372

Q: How are humans going to survive the radiation emitted by the sun when we inevitably leave to explore Mars?

Astronauts will be exposed to significant radiation, especially during solar storms. Mitigation measures include using materials within the spacecraft for protection, but cosmic rays pose a constant threat.

[Q&A+] Furthest Known Galaxy, Gravitational Slingshot Speed Limit, Toppling Starship | Q&A 372

Q: What is the furthest galaxy that we know of after Web took over from Hubble?

The furthest known galaxy is Jade's GSZ 14, which dates back to about 290 million years after the Big Bang, identified through the James Webb Space Telescope's observations.

[Q&A+] Multiple Great Filters, Comet Hit Recovery, Good Budget Telescope | Q&A 370

Q: Can anyone buy James Webb Telescope time?

You can't buy it, but you can apply for time by making a strong scientific case.

[Q&A+] Multiple Great Filters, Comet Hit Recovery, Good Budget Telescope | Q&A 370

Q: Is there a chance that 3I Atlas breaks up like Shoemaker-Levy 9?

I don't think so. It hasn't broken up yet, even past its closest point to the sun.

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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. Aaron Werlen
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