May 21, 2024 • 6 mins
Embark on an astronomical adventure with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, where your host, Anna, unpacks a cosmic array of space news and scientific revelations. Today's journey takes us from the Kennedy Space Center, where Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Tenacity is poised to redefine cargo delivery to the ISS, to the flurry of global launches that underscore an unprecedented era of space exploration. We'll dissect a new NASA study that could revolutionize how we tackle the escalating issue of orbital debris. Plus, we dive into the enigmatic exoplanet WASP-107b, whose secrets are being unraveled by the James Webb Space Telescope, and discuss the concerning research from Nanjing University that Mars may be more vulnerable to asteroid impacts than Earth.
(00:00) This podcast features the latest in space and astronomy news
(01:15) This week features multiple significant launches, highlighting the relentless pace of space exploration
(03:46) Researchers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have unveiled why WASP 107 b is puffy
As we navigate these stories and more, remember to visit our website at astronomydaily.io for our episode back catalog, sign up for our free daily newsletter, and follow the latest space and astronomy news. For those who prefer YouTube, find us there and subscribe—the link is on our website and in the show notes. Join us as we gaze into the cosmos, seeking clarity in the night sky and marveling at the starry wonders above. Until our next cosmic rendezvous, this is Anna wishing you clear skies and starry nights.
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(00:00) This podcast features the latest in space and astronomy news
(01:15) This week features multiple significant launches, highlighting the relentless pace of space exploration
(03:46) Researchers using NASA's James Webb Space Telescope have unveiled why WASP 107 b is puffy
As we navigate these stories and more, remember to visit our website at astronomydaily.io for our episode back catalog, sign up for our free daily newsletter, and follow the latest space and astronomy news. For those who prefer YouTube, find us there and subscribe—the link is on our website and in the show notes. Join us as we gaze into the cosmos, seeking clarity in the night sky and marveling at the starry wonders above. Until our next cosmic rendezvous, this is Anna wishing you clear skies and starry nights.
Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@astrodailypod
Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you with the support of NordPass....the password manger (and major stress reliever) that you need in your life. Plus, it doesn't cost very much if you use our special link. For details visit www.bitesz.com/nordpass - thank you.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-the-podcast--5648921/support.
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