Episodes
Dec. 4, 2023
North Korea Launches Spy Satellite | S02E58
Blast back to the 1970s with Steve and Halle on this anniversary edition of Astronomy Daily! The hosts fondly remember seeing the animated sci-fi classic Fantastic Planet paired with the Pink Floyd surf film Crystal Voyager one fateful summer night....
Nov. 27, 2023
Supernova Spotted by New Indian Telescope | S02E57
This episode of Astronomy Daily covers a range of space news, including adaptive optics to sharpen images from ground telescopes, the successful engine test for the new European Ariane 6 rocket, and NASA's PACE mission to study ocean-atmosphere...
Nov. 20, 2023
SpaceX Triumphs, Mars Conjunction, and Russia's Sirius Mission: Exploring New Frontiers in Space | S02E56
In this episode of "Astronomy Daily," hosts Steve Dunkley and his AI sidekick Hallie delve into the latest astronomical news and discoveries. The episode kicks off with a light-hearted exchange between Steve and Hallie, followed by updates from the...
Nov. 9, 2023
Exploring Space News: Vibrotactors for Astronauts, Dinkinesh Asteroid's Mini-Moon, and Farewell to Ken Mattingly | S02E65
Introduction: Steve and Hallie introduce the episode and discuss the Astronomy Daily newsletter, encouraging listeners to sign up.- Vibrotactors: Scientists have developed vibrotactors to aid astronauts in combating spatial disorientation in space....
Nov. 6, 2023
Exploring the Night Sky and Beyond | S02E54
Join host Tim Gibbs and his AI Newsreader sidekick, Hallie, for an enlightening episode of the Astronomy Daily Podcast. In today's show, we uncover the wonders of the night sky with the opening of a new dark sky discovery hub at Somerset's Wimbled...
Nov. 1, 2023
Asteroid Close Calls, US-Australia Space Pacts, and the Quest to Clean Up Cosmic Clutter | S02E53
**Astronomy Daily Podcast Show Notes - Episode Date: November 1, 2023**
**Hosted by:** Steve Dunkley and AI Newsreader, Hallie
1. **Introduction:**
- Warm welcome to another episode of Astronomy Daily.
- Steve shares his personal experiences from the...
Oct. 27, 2023
Cosmic Revelations: Laser Tech, Star Secrets, and Earth's Climate Quest | S02E52
Welcome, stargazers, to another enlightening episode of Astronomy Daily! Your host, Tim Gibbs, and his AI co-host, Hallie, are here to navigate the cosmic news.
**Quick Announcements:**- Catch all episodes, past, present, and future, on...
Oct. 23, 2023
Space Innovations and Cosmic Mysteries: From Ultrafast Bursts to Orbital Tensions | S02E51
**Date:** October 23, 2023**Host:** Steve Dunkley**Co-Host:** AI Newsreader Hallie
**Episode Highlights:**- Personal Reflections: Steve recounts his heartwarming family celebration in Sydney.- NASA's Technological Leap: Discussion on NASA's new...
Oct. 16, 2023
Exploring Cosmic Wonders: From Ring of Fire Eclipse to the Psyche Mission | S02E50
Show Notes for Astronomy Daily with Steve Dunkley and AI Sidekick Hallie - October 16, 2023
Welcome to another episode of Astronomy Daily, your go-to podcast for all celestial happenings and space exploration updates. Join host Steve Dunkley and his...
Oct. 13, 2023
S02E49: Stellar Mysteries: Luminous Spots, Solar Eclipses, and Cosmic Showers
**Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast - Series 02, Episode 49**
*Host:* Tim Gibbs *AI Newsreader:* Hallie
**Highlights:**
1. **Introduction:** - Date: Friday, 13th October 2023. - Tim Gibbs addresses recent technical issues and missed episodes.
2....
Oct. 9, 2023
Starry Nights, AstroBee Returns, and Mount Wilson's Legacy | S02E48
**Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast, Series 2 Episode 48 - October 9, 2023**
*Hosted by Steve Dunkley, live from Australia, with AI Newsreader Hallie.*
1. **Introduction:**
- Steve welcomes listeners and introduces Hallie, his digital counterpart.
-...
Oct. 2, 2023
Jupiter's Dance, India's Space Rise, and Barnard Star Mysteries
**Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast with Steve Dunkley and AI Newsreader Hallie**
- Date: 2nd October 2023
- Host: Steve Dunkley
- AI Newsreader: Hallie
**Highlights:**
1. **Introduction & Personal Updates:**
- Steve comments on how fast the...
Sept. 25, 2023
S02E46: Comets, Space Health, and the Mysteries of the Three-Body Problem
**Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast with Steve Dunkley and AI Newsreader, Hallie**
*Date:* 25th September 2020
*Episode Highlights:*
1. **Introduction**:
- Steve Dunkley welcomes listeners to another episode of Astronomy Daily.
- Hallie, the AI...
Sept. 18, 2023
S02E45: UFOs, Hot Summers & SpaceX: Space News Unveiled!
**Astronomy Daily Podcast with Steve Dunkley & Hallie - Episode Date: 18th September 2023**
- **International Space Station Update:** Amidst political tensions, two Russian cosmonauts and an American astronaut dock at the ISS.
- **NASA's Apollo...
Sept. 15, 2023
S02E44: NASA's UAP Research, ISS Updates and Lunar Endeavors
**Astronomy Daily Podcast - Series 2, Episode 44 with Tim Gibbs and AI Newsreader Hallie**
**Date:** Friday, 15th September 2023
**Show Notes:**
1. **NASA's New Role in UAP Research:**
- NASA is appointing a director of UAP (Unidentified Anomalous...
Sept. 12, 2023
S02E43: Moonquakes, Black Holes, and Space Ventures: Another Day in Astronomy
1. **Introduction**
- Host: Tim Gibbs
- AI Newsreader Sidekick: Hallie
- Date: Tuesday, 12th of September 2023
2. **Weather Chat**
- Hallie struggles with temperatures over 30 degrees.
- Tim agrees, mentioning the challenges of humidity.
3....
Sept. 11, 2023
S02E42: SpaceX's Mechazilla, Polaris Mysteries, and Japan's Lunar Quest
Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast with Steve Dunkley & AI Newsreader, Hallie
**Episode Date:** September 11, 2023
**In this episode:**
1. **Polaris Star Mysteries**
- Recent changes observed in the Polaris star.
- The significance of its...
Sept. 4, 2023
S02E41: New Lunar Mysteries, India's Solar Quest, and September's Skyward Surge
**Date**: 4th September 2023
**Highlights**:
1. **New Lunar Crater**: Discussion about a new crater on the moon and its possible origins.
2. **India's Space Endeavors**: A look at India's recent successful moon landing and their upcoming plans.
3....
Sept. 1, 2023
S02E40: Super Moons, Dark Matter Mysteries, and Star Wars Comedy: A Celestial Week in Review
1. **Introduction:** - Welcome to the Astronomy Daily podcast. - Host: Tim Gibbs - AI Newsreader: Hallie
2. **Celestial Events:** - Rare blue super moon dazzled stargazers on a Wednesday night. - Saturn was visible alongside the moon. - It was the...
Aug. 28, 2023
S02E39: Moon Rocks, Japan's Space Quest, and Debunking Contrail Myths
*Hosted by Steve Dunkley and AI sidekick Hallie***"
. **Main Stories:** - **Moon Rocks:** Where are they now? Stored at NASA's Lunar Sample Curation Laboratory at Johnson Space Center. Dr. Julian Gross, former Deputy Apollo Sample Curator, discusses...
Aug. 25, 2023
S02E38: India's Lunar Triumph & Mars Colony Insights: Astronomy Daily, Aug 25, 2023
*Hosted by Tim Gibbs and AI sidekick, Hallie* 1. **ISR-ISRO's Lunar Landing Achievement** - India becomes the fourth nation to successfully land on the moon. - Vikram Lander, part of Chandrayaan-3 mission, touched down near the lunar South Pole. -...
Aug. 24, 2023
S02E37: Lunar Highs & Lows: Russia's Mishap and India's Triumph
**Episode Highlights:** 1. **Russia's Lunar 25 Mission Failure:** - The Lunar 25 unmanned spacecraft crashed on the moon on August 19, marking Russia's first lunar expedition mishap in 47 years. - Speculations arise about corruption within Russia's...
Aug. 23, 2023
S02E36: SpaceX Crew Seven Launch, India's Moon Landing Attempt, and Poland's Space Ambitions:
Astronomy Daily Highlights - 23rd August 2023"**
*Hosted by Steve Dunkley and his AI sidekick, Hallie.*
1. **Introduction** - Steve Dunkley welcomes listeners to a special Wednesday edition of Astronomy Daily. - Hallie jokes about needing overtime for...
Aug. 21, 2023
S02E35: Neptune's Mystery, Mars Flights, and Lunar Landings: Space Updates
Show Notes: Astronomy Daily Podcast - 21 August 2023**
*Hosted by Steve Dunkley and AI Sidekick Hallie*
1. **Introduction** - Steve Dunkley welcomes listeners to the 21 August 2023 edition of Astronomy Daily. - Hallie, the AI sidekick, greets the...