Episodes

Oct. 1, 2025

Lunar Secret Unveiled, Galactic Waves Discovered, and SpaceX’s Starship Countdown

Chang' E6 Mission Reveals Moon's Secrets: China's Chang' E6 mission has unveiled surprising thermal asymmetry on the Moon's far side, showing it is approximately 180 degrees Fahrenheit (100 degrees Celsius) cooler than the ne...
Sept. 30, 2025

Firefly’s Setback, SpaceX’s Competitive Edge, and Europe’s Mini Starship Vision

Firefly Aerospace Faces Setback: Firefly Aerospace's path to launching its Alpha rocket has hit another obstacle following an anomaly during a recent ground test in Texas. The loss of the first stage booster for Alpha Flight ...
Sept. 29, 2025

Mysteries of a Rogue Planet, Astrosat’s Ten-Year Triumph, and Moonlit Festivities

Rogue Planet's Dazzling Auroras: The James Webb Space Telescope has made an astonishing discovery of intense auroral displays on the rogue planet SIMP-0136, which drifts through interstellar space without a star. Researchers ...
Sept. 29, 2025

Full Moon Myths, Space Curvature & The Simulation Debate | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights &...

Full Moons, Curved Space, and the Simulation Hypothesis In this captivating Q&A episode of Space Nuts , hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle an array of intriguing questions from listeners. From the effects o...
Sept. 27, 2025

Apollo’s Legacy Mystery, Blue Origin’s Next Steps, and Orionid Wonders

Moon Rock Challenges Lunar History: A tiny moon rock collected by Apollo 17, sample 76535, is revolutionizing our understanding of the Moon's early history. New simulations suggest it formed deep within the Moon's crust and r...
Sept. 26, 2025

Dream Chaser Dilemmas, NISAR’s Stunning Images, and Saturn’s Strange Secrets

Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Faces Challenges: The Sierra Space Dream Chaser, designed for cargo delivery to the International Space Station, is encountering significant delays and cost overruns. With critical issues in its th...
Sept. 26, 2025

Red Dots and Black Hole Stars: Unraveling Cosmic Secrets

In this episode of SpaceTime , we dive into the cosmos to uncover the secrets of the early universe, explore the potential for black hole atmospheres, and examine the intriguing history of habitability on Mars, alongside the ...
Sept. 25, 2025

Wormholes, Artemis 2 Updates & The Einstein Cross Explained | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights &...

Artemis 2, Wormholes, and Einstein Crosses In this thrilling episode of Space Nuts , hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson bring you the latest updates from the world of astronomy. From the anticipated Artemis 2 miss...
Sept. 25, 2025

Commercial Space Stations, Stellar Rescues, and Mercury’s New Origin Story

Commercial Space Station on the Horizon: Vast Space is set to launch Haven One, the world's first commercial space station, in May 2026 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Designed for a four-person crew, Haven One promises high...
Sept. 24, 2025

IMAP Launch Countdown, BION’s Space Ark, and Hubble’s Cosmic Oddities

NASA and SpaceX Prepare for Major Launch: The countdown is on for the launch of NASA's Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) from Cape Canaveral this Wednesday. Designed to study the heliosphere, IMAP aims to enh...
Sept. 24, 2025

Exoplanets Galore: Celebrating 6,000 Discoveries and Exploring Venus

In this episode of SpaceTime , we celebrate a major milestone in exoplanet discoveries, unravel the enigmatic surface of Venus, and delve into the intriguing tale of interstellar comet 3I ATLAS. Exoplanet Count Surpasses 6,00...
Sept. 23, 2025

Aussie Satellite Snapshots, Space Command’s Close Encounter, and the Truth About Water Worlds

Australia's Spirit Satellite Takes Selfies in Orbit: The Spirit nanosatellite has successfully completed its first mission phase, orbiting Earth for over 600 days and taking selfies to confirm its systems are operational. Equ...
Sept. 22, 2025

Artemis 3 Delays, Hayabusa2’s New Mission, and Earth’s Mini Moon Gold Rush

NASA's Artemis 3 Mission Faces High Risk of Delay: The Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel has raised concerns regarding the timeline for the Artemis 3 mission, warning that SpaceX's Starship may not be ready for the planned late...
Sept. 22, 2025

Cosmic Webs and Dark Energy: A New Model for the Universe

In this episode of SpaceTime , we tackle the mysteries of the cosmos with a new mathematical model of the universe and ponder the age-old question: are we alone in the universe? New Model of the Universe Scientists have unvei...
Sept. 21, 2025

Gravitational Wonders, Fast Radio Bursts & Your Questions Answered | Space Nuts: Astronomy...

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Sept. 20, 2025

Viper’s Lunar Revival, Asteroid Threats, and Ancient Cosmic Secrets

NASA's Viper Rover Gets a Second Chance: After facing potential cancellation, NASA's Viper lunar rover has been revived thanks to a new $190 million partnership with Blue Origin. Set to launch in late 2027, Viper will explore...
Sept. 19, 2025

Galactic Jets and Black Hole Explosions: Unveiling Cosmic Mysteries

In this episode of SpaceTime , we explore the thrilling prospects of observing exploding black holes, an astonishing stellar jet on the outskirts of the Milky Way, and the meticulous preparations for an Earth observation sate...
Sept. 19, 2025

Cygnus XL Debut, Eclipse Wonders, and the Secrets of Makemake

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Arrives at ISS: Northrop Grumman's new Cygnus XL freighter successfully docked with the International Space Station on September 18, marking a significant milestone in commercial space transportat...
Sept. 19, 2025

Mars Life Mysteries, Black Hole Stars & Quasi Moons Unveiled | Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights &...

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Sept. 18, 2025

Mars’ Ozone Revelation, Russia’s Satellite Challenge, and Exoplanet Milestones

Surprising Ozone Discovery on Mars: Scientists have detected an unexpected surge of ozone in Mars's polar vortex during winter, suggesting that the planet may have once had a protective ozone layer similar to Earth's. This fi...
Sept. 17, 2025

Earth’s Metal Recipe: Tectonics and the Supercontinent Split

In this episode of SpaceTime , we uncover the secrets of ancient geology, explore the watery past of an asteroid, and delve into the origins of globular clusters. Supercontinent Breakup Revealed Scientists have made significa...
Sept. 17, 2025

Cygnus Setbacks, Black Hole Mysteries, and the Asteroid Showdown of 2029

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Faces Propulsion Issues: Northrop Grumman's new Cygnus XL spacecraft is experiencing propulsion troubles during its debut mission, delaying its docking with the International Space Station. With a...
Sept. 16, 2025

Moon’s Slow Farewell, Alien Civilization Odds, and NASA’s Cosmic Communication

The Moon's Slow Drift Away from Earth: Discover how our Moon is gradually drifting away from Earth at a rate of approximately 1.5 inches per year, a phenomenon measured precisely using retroreflector mirrors left by Apollo as...
Sept. 15, 2025

Mars’ Microbial Secrets: Potential Biosignatures Uncovered

In this episode of SpaceTime , we dive into groundbreaking discoveries on Mars, the intriguing atmosphere of Makemake, and the awe-inspiring total lunar eclipse that captivated millions. Potential Biosignatures on Mars NASA s...