Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

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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July 2, 2026 35 mins
Space Nuts Episode 369: Exploring Phobos, Pink Exoplanets, and Saving the SWIFT Observatory
This episode dives into some of the most intriguing space stories, from the mysterious Martian moon Phobos and its peculiar orbit to the bizarre, salt-colored exoplanet GJ 504b—possibly a pink dwarf. Plus, learn about a swift rescue mission to save the vital SWIFT space observatory.
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In this episode of Space Nuts, join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they dive into a myriad of listener questions, exploring the cosmos with curiosity and humour. From the enigma of the Big Rip and the mysteries surrounding the universe's beginnings to the fascinating dynamics of colliding neutron stars and the potential for lunar sunsets, this Q&A edition promises to enlighten and entertain.Main Topics:
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In this episode of Space Nuts, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore fascinating topics ranging from the mysterious double moon dust implications and Venus's unusual rotation to updated protocols for announcing extraterrestrial evidence. They also delve into the intriguing potential of moon dust as a record of extinct civilizations and future lunar construction solutions, all while reflecting on the universe's expansion ...
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Q&A Edition: Cosmic Curiosities and What-If Scenarios In this engaging episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a range of intriguing questions from our listeners. From the nuances of weight variations on Earth to the implications of a moonless planet, join us for a deep dive into cosmic curiosities and scientific speculation.
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Join us as we delve into the latest space science stories, from the universe's most comprehensive magnetic map to the mysteries of black holes and dark matter. Our casual chat is packed with insights into ongoing research and space exploration plans, including Elon Musk's ventures into space and beyond.
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The CSIRO's groundbreaking map of the universe's magnetic fields, five times more extensive than previous e...
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Q&A: Cosmic Queries and What If Scenarios In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into a range of i...
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Space Exploration: Blue Origin's Explosive Test and the Mysteries of the Universe In this thrilling episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred ...
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Q&A: Ultra Hot Jupiters and Rocket Fuel Recycling In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a variety of intri...
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Astrobiology Part 2: The Search for Life Beyond Earth In this captivating continuation of our exploration of astrobiology, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner d...
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Cosmic Queries: Unraveling Stellar Mysteries In this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a trio of intriguing qu...
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Exoplanets: The Cosmic Neighbours We Never Knew In this special episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner delve into the fascinating world of exoplanets. With over...
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Time Travel, Saturn's Rings, and Favourite Planets In this engaging Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into a series of thought-provoking questions from listen...
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Astrobiology: The Search for Life Beyond Earth In this special edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner delve into the captivating field of astrobiology. With Professor Fred Watson away, Jonty brings his expertise to explore the complexities of life beyond our planet, the conditions necessary for its existence, and the ongoing quest to find it.
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Exploding Black Holes, Lunar Mysteries, and Cosmic Questions In this enlightening Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle an array of fascinating questions from listeners. From the enigmatic nature of supercharged neutrinos linked to black holes to the mysteries of the Moon's surface, this episode is a deep dive into the cosmos.
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Comets, Meteors, and Celestial Wonders In this engaging episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner di...
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Angular Momentum, Cosmic Time, and the Vastness of Space In this thought-provoking Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley an...
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Fires on the Moon, Interstellar Glaciers, and Mayan Mathematics In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore a range of extraordinary topics that bridge the gap between the familiar and the cosmic. From the unexpected phenomenon of fires on the Moon to the discovery of interstellar glaciers, and a deep dive into the mathematical brilliance of the Mayans, this episode is...
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White Dwarfs, Black Holes, and Cosmic Oddities In this enlightening Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a plethora of intriguing audience questions that span the cosmos. From the fascinating processes of white dwarf stars to the mysteries of black holes and the peculiarities of s...
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Nuclear Space Policies, SETI from the Moon, and the Hubble Tension In this riveting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into a range of fascinating topics that are shaping the future of space exploration. From the Pentagon's new nuclear e...
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Supermassive Black Holes, Voyager 1, and Gravitational Waves In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a variety of intriguing audience questions that span the cosmos. From the formation of supermassive black holes to the journey of Vo...
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