Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries
Join Professor Fred Watson and Sci-Fi Author Andrew Dunkley on Space Nuts as they delve into astronomy, space travel, and cosmic mysteries. Explore groundbreaking discoveries and listener Q&A in captivating discussions. Follow us on social media to engage with our community! Two episodes a week with news and explainer focused editions published on Thursday's and our Listener Q&A focused edition on Monday's. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.
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December 25, 2025 • 41 mins
Cosmic Discoveries: Frame Dragging, Mars Rover Naming, and Intern Triumphs
In this holiday replay episode from the Space Nuts archives, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore groundbreaking astronomical phenomena and inspiring stories from the cosmos. From the intriguing discovery of frame dragging in space-time to the triumphs of young minds in the field of astronomy, this episode is packed with fascinating insights...
In this holiday replay episode from the Space Nuts archives, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore groundbreaking astronomical phenomena and inspiring stories from the cosmos. From the intriguing discovery of frame dragging in space-time to the triumphs of young minds in the field of astronomy, this episode is packed with fascinating insights...
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December 21, 2025 • 21 mins
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Archived Insights: Gravitational Waves, Earth's Fate, and Dark Energy
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Archived Insights: Gravitational Waves, Earth's Fate, and Dark Energy
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December 18, 2025 • 35 mins
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Frozen Frontiers: Snowball Earth, Dinosaur Origins, and Hubble Tension
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Frozen Frontiers: Snowball Earth, Dinosaur Origins, and Hubble Tension
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December 14, 2025 • 37 mins
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December 11, 2025 • 34 mins
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December 7, 2025 • 36 mins
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Cosmic Curiosities: Time Dilation, Supernova Remnants, and Aurora Colors
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Cosmic Curiosities: Time Dilation, Supernova Remnants, and Aurora Colors
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December 5, 2025 • 40 mins
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Cosmic Discoveries: Erupting Comets, Boiling Ice Moons, and Mars' Climate Secrets
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Cosmic Discoveries: Erupting Comets, Boiling Ice Moons, and Mars' Climate Secrets
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November 30, 2025 • 29 mins
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Cosmic Queries: The Birth of Our Sun, Future Discoveries, and Gas Giants
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Cosmic Queries: The Birth of Our Sun, Future Discoveries, and Gas Giants
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November 27, 2025 • 36 mins
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Exploring Theia, Near-Earth Asteroids, and Enceladus
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Exploring Theia, Near-Earth Asteroids, and Enceladus
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November 23, 2025 • 47 mins
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Cosmic Queries: The Big Crunch, Gravitational Waves, and Planetary Cores
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Cosmic Queries: The Big Crunch, Gravitational Waves, and Planetary Cores
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November 20, 2025 • 54 mins
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Leonid Meteor Shower, Mars Escapade Mission, and Gyrochronology
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Leonid Meteor Shower, Mars Escapade Mission, and Gyrochronology
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November 16, 2025 • 43 mins
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Show Notes
Cosmic Queries: Expanding Universe, Space Elevators, and TOI 6894B
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Cosmic Queries: Expanding Universe, Space Elevators, and TOI 6894B
In this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunk...
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November 13, 2025 • 52 mins
3I Atlas, Human Remains on Mars, and Moon Formation Insights
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into some controversial and intriguing topics in the realm of space exploration. From the latest on Comet 3I Atlas and the implications of the U.S. government shutdown to the divisive plan to send human remains to Mars, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and cr...
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into some controversial and intriguing topics in the realm of space exploration. From the latest on Comet 3I Atlas and the implications of the U.S. government shutdown to the divisive plan to send human remains to Mars, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and cr...
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November 9, 2025 • 49 mins
Light Pollution, Space Parasols, and Salvaging Satellites
In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a range of thought-provoking questions from listeners. From the effects of light pollution on stargazing to the intriguing concept of a space parasol for climate control, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and insightful discussions that will leave you contemplat...
In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a range of thought-provoking questions from listeners. From the effects of light pollution on stargazing to the intriguing concept of a space parasol for climate control, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and insightful discussions that will leave you contemplat...
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November 6, 2025 • 48 mins
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Meteorite Myths, Fireballs, and the Enigmatic 3I Atlas
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Meteorite Myths, Fireballs, and the Enigmatic 3I Atlas
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November 2, 2025 • 45 mins
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Q&A Edition: Spaghettification, Neutron Stars, and the Mysteries of Wormholes
In this mind-bending episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle fascina...
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Q&A Edition: Spaghettification, Neutron Stars, and the Mysteries of Wormholes
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October 31, 2025 • 48 mins
Jupiter's Influence, Hungry White Dwarfs, and Chiron's Rings
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner explore the dynamic forces shaping our solar system and beyond. From the pivotal role of Jupiter in planetary formation to the intriguing behaviors of white dwarfs and the rapid evolution of Chiron's ring system, this episode is packed with cosmic revelations and scientific insights.
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In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner explore the dynamic forces shaping our solar system and beyond. From the pivotal role of Jupiter in planetary formation to the intriguing behaviors of white dwarfs and the rapid evolution of Chiron's ring system, this episode is packed with cosmic revelations and scientific insights.
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October 27, 2025 • 41 mins
Q&A Edition: Sun-Moon Coincidences, Cosmic Event Horizons, and Hoag's Object
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle intriguing questions from listeners that explore the wonders of the cosmos. From the fascinating similarities between the Sun and the Moon to the mysterious nature of Hoag's Object, this episode is filled with scientific insights and engaging discussi...
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle intriguing questions from listeners that explore the wonders of the cosmos. From the fascinating similarities between the Sun and the Moon to the mysterious nature of Hoag's Object, this episode is filled with scientific insights and engaging discussi...
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October 24, 2025 • 54 mins
SpaceX Innovations, Low-Cost Telescopes, and the Mystery of Super-Puff Planets
In this exhilarating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into the latest advancements in space exploration and the mysteries of the cosmos. With updates from SpaceX's recent successful launches to groundbreaking developments in low-cost space telescopes, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and cosmic re...
In this exhilarating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into the latest advancements in space exploration and the mysteries of the cosmos. With updates from SpaceX's recent successful launches to groundbreaking developments in low-cost space telescopes, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and cosmic re...
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October 20, 2025 • 42 mins
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Q&A Edition: Dark Matter, Betelgeuse, and Lagrange Points
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Q&A Edition: Dark Matter, Betelgeuse, and Lagrange Points
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