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Astronomy Cast Ep. 453: Favorite Things We’ve Done These 10 Years

20 Jun , 2017 by Fraser Cain

10 years of Astronomy Cast… wow. It’s been a long, fun journey. What are some of our favorite episodes and adventures over the decade we’ve been doing this show. Visit the Astronomy Cast Page to subscribe to the audio podcast! We usually record Astronomy Cast as a live Google+ Hangout on Air every Friday at […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 452: Summer Observing Challenges

12 Jun , 2017 by Fraser Cain

Summer is almost here, and for the northern hemisphere, that means warm nights for observing. But what to observe? We’re here with a list of events and targets for you to enjoy over the summer. Get your calendars handy, and start organizing some events with your friends, and then get out there! Visit the Astronomy […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 451: When Can I Buy My Ticket To Space?

5 Jun , 2017 by Fraser Cain

Like most of us, you probably want to know what it would be like to travel to space. Maybe not to live, but just to visit. You want to be a space tourist. Good news, there are a bunch of companies working hard to give you the opportunity to fly to space. How long until […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 450: Inflatable Habitats

31 May , 2017 by Fraser Cain

In order to live in space, we’ll need to live in a habitat that simulates the temperature, pressure and atmosphere of Earth. And one of the most interesting ideas for how to do this will be with inflatable habitats. In fact, there are a few habitats in the works right now, including one attached to […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 449: Robots in Space!

24 May , 2017 by Fraser Cain

When you think of a robot, you’re probably imagining some kind of human-shaped machine. And until now, the robotic spacecraft we’ve sent out into space to help us explore the Solar System look nothing like that. But that vision of robots is coming back, thanks to a few new robots in development by NASA and […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 448: Prepping for the Eclipse

23 May , 2017 by Fraser Cain

On Monday, August 21, 2017, there’s going to be a total eclipse of the Sun, visible to path that goes right through the middle of the United States. You should be making plans to see this, and we’re here to help you know where to go and what to do. Visit the Astronomy Cast Page […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 447: Animals in Space Pt. 3: Dogs, Monkeys and More

22 May , 2017 by Fraser Cain

For the final episode in our 3-part episode about animals in space, we look at the largest animals to go to orbit. And I’ll just warn you now, this is going to be a really sad episode. Visit the Astronomy Cast Page to subscribe to the audio podcast! We usually record Astronomy Cast as a […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 446: Animals in Space Pt. 2: Mice and Other Small Animals

10 May , 2017 by Fraser Cain

Last week we talked about how the smallest creatures behave in space, but now we move up in size a little to small animals, like mice. What missions have they flown on, and how does microgravity affect their biology? Visit the Astronomy Cast Page to subscribe to the audio podcast! We usually record Astronomy Cast […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 445: Animals in Space Pt. 1: Insects and Arachnids

10 Apr , 2017 by Fraser Cain

We’ve talked about animals traveling to space in the past, but it’s time to take another look, with many other creatures making the trip to the void. Today we’re going to talk about the spineless insects and arthropods, and those tough as nails waterbears – tardigrades. Visit the Astronomy Cast Page to subscribe to the […]

Astronomy Cast Ep. 444: Fractals

4 Apr , 2017 by Fraser Cain

For this historic 444th episode of Astronomy Cast, we talk about fractals. Those amazing mathematical visualizations of recursive algorithms. What are they, how do you get them? Why are they important? Visit the Astronomy Cast Page to subscribe to the audio podcast! We usually record Astronomy Cast as a live Google+ Hangout on Air every […]

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