Let's Science
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsWe live in a universe of scientific wonders and breakthroughs that can change our lives. We want to share these wonders with you. So, Let’s Science!
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Episodes
Living on Moon Time
April 27, 2024 16:00 - 15 minutes - 7.6 MBA coalition of countries are creating a standardized Lunar time zone, and Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss why this is important to the future of space travel; how mass and gravity affect timekeeping; and the challenges to keeping time beyond Earth. The post Living on Moon Time appeared first on StarQuest Media.
2024 Total Solar Eclipse
April 06, 2024 17:00 - 19 minutes - 9.45 MBWith a large part of the US getting a chance to see a total solar eclipse this week, Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle discuss eclipse science and viewing tips for those lucky enough to be in the path. The post 2024 Total Solar Eclipse appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Surprising Egyptian Baboons
March 30, 2024 16:00 - 16 minutes - 7.94 MBBaboons in ancient Egypt held special significance, even providing the form of one of their gods. Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle discuss how recent DNA finds trace their origins to the land of Punt and reveal insights into ancient trade routes and more. The post Surprising Egyptian Baboons appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Shrinking Moon
March 02, 2024 17:00 - 14 minutes - 7 MBThe Moon is indeed shrinking. Caroline Knight explains to Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle how the Moon is contracting and cooling over time, causing moonquakes, shrinking about 150 feet every few hundred million years, and potentially affecting future Artemis lunar missions. The post The Shrinking Moon appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Pikman and Plants
February 17, 2024 17:00 - 16 minutes - 7.86 MBPlant-animal hybrids may only exist in the Pikmin game, but Caroline Knight tells Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle that there are also real-life photosynthetic animals that convert sunlight to energy, and discusses how all that works. The post Pikman and Plants appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade
February 03, 2024 17:00 - 17 minutes - 8.28 MBThe little penguins of Phillip Island, Australia, are a unique avian population. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss their unique characteristics and life cycle and the role of ecotourism in habitat protection as a testament to effect conservation efforts. The post Phillip Island’s Penguin Parade appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Australian Christmas Trees
December 23, 2023 17:00 - 16 minutes - 8.07 MBExplore the science of Christmas trees with Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle, including traditional trees from Europe and North America, but also some native Australian trees that would make great living Christmas trees. The post Australian Christmas Trees appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Starfish Are Just Heads
December 09, 2023 17:00 - 14 minutes - 7.16 MBDive into the world of bizarre starfish facts! Caroline Knight tells Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle about their unique biology, complex genetics, distinctive radial symmetry, and that their whole body is a head. Reflect with us on our enduring curiosity about nature and the critical need to preserve the rich tapestry of life on Earth. The post Starfish Are Just Heads appeared first on StarQuest Media.
A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli
December 07, 2023 12:30 - 2 minutes - 1.68 MBStarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli has a special message for listeners as we approach the Christmas season. We need to hear from you this Advent and Christmas at sqpn.com/give The post A special message from StarQuest CEO Dom Bettinelli appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Tracking Woolly Mammoth
November 25, 2023 17:00 - 16 minutes - 8 MBIsotopes in an Alaskan woolly mammoth's tusk have helped scientists track the probable journey of this extinct creature. Caroline Knight shares the fascinating life of Kick the Mammoth with Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle. The post Tracking Woolly Mammoth appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Asteroid Samples
November 11, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 10.2 MBSpace probes have begun returning samples of asteroids to Earth so Caroline Knight shares with Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle the exciting news about the asteroids Bennu and Ryugu from US and Japanese space agencies. The post Asteroid Samples appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Vesuvius Challenge
October 28, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.59 MBThe Vesuvius Challenge is a scientific competition to unravel the text on burned papyri from the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the first milestone in which AI was used to read a word on a scroll which can never be unrolled and what comes next. The post The Vesuvius Challenge appeared first on StarQuest Media.
A Volcano Killed the Dinosaurs?
October 14, 2023 16:00 - 17 minutes - 8.37 MBA new study challenges the conventional theory that an asteroid killed the dinosaurs. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the idea that massive volcanic eruptions were responsible, the scientific evidence for the theory, and more. The post A Volcano Killed the Dinosaurs? appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Origami Robots
September 30, 2023 16:00 - 13 minutes - 6.52 MBImagine a tiny robot that can fly through the air, powered by light, and able to change its shape. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss the latest experimental robots that move through the air by snapping into new shapes, allowing for sophisticated mass dispersal of sensors. The post Origami Robots appeared first on StarQuest Media.
A message from Dom Bettinelli of Starquest
September 14, 2023 20:23 - 2 minutes - 1.15 MBWe need your help to continue to produce our great Catholic shows that explore the intersection of faith and modern culture and look at the world from a uniquely Catholic perspective. The post A message from Dom Bettinelli of Starquest appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Swooping Magpies
September 02, 2023 16:00 - 26 minutes - 12.5 MBDive into a wild ride as Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle unravel the mystery of magpie swooping in springtime—attacking, singing, and all. Don't miss the laughs and insights, and discover how to befriend these feathered friends! The post Swooping Magpies appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Exotic Exoplanets
August 19, 2023 16:00 - 18 minutes - 8.82 MBExplore the wonders of exoplanets with Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle as they discuss fascinating exoplanets like the egg-shaped WASP-12b, the blue-hued HD 189733B, and the temperature-swings of HD 80606B. Uncover the mysteries beyond our solar system. The post Exotic Exoplanets appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Science of Heatwaves
August 05, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.58 MBThe world is experiencing scorching heat waves, with Europe facing record-breaking temperatures. Caroline Knight tells Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle that rising global temperatures and El Nino are contributing to the intensity of these heat waves; Wildfires causing damage in Spain and Canada. Climate change is altering seasons, and urgent action is required to mitigate further damage. The post The Science of Heatwaves appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Shooting Stars on the Sun
July 22, 2023 16:00 - 12 minutes - 6.02 MBThe Sun's surface is a fascinating place and Caroline tells Lindsay and Lino about new discoveries of 'shooting stars' in the Sun's corona in spectacular plasma displays known as coronal rain. The post Shooting Stars on the Sun appeared first on StarQuest Media.
100 Years of Science Quiz
July 08, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 13.6 MBDo you know your scientific history? Caroline quizzes Lindsay and Lino to see if they know the order in which the top discoveries and theories of the past 100 years occurred. Can you do better than they did? Try it out and you might also learn a thing or two. The post 100 Years of Science Quiz appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Electric Mushrooms
June 24, 2023 16:00 - 12 minutes - 6.11 MBMushrooms are amazing. Lindsay and Lino discuss research that suggests mushrooms communicate using underground electrical signals after rainfall in a mycorrhizal network. Of course, the show wouldn't be complete with some puns in "spore" taste. The post Electric Mushrooms appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Drop Bears and Other Ancient Australian Creatures
June 10, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutes - 7.66 MBThe Drop Bear is a mythical creature often used to tease tourists to Australia, but as Caroline and Lindsay discuss there really was an ancient creature that very much fit its description, as well as other even stranger prehistoric creatures on the continent. The post Drop Bears and Other Ancient Australian Creatures appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Core of the Moon
May 27, 2023 16:00 - 11 minutes - 5.47 MBThe Moon isn't made of cheese as young Lindsay once thought, and Caroline explains that scientists have finally confirmed it is a solid ball of iron by measuring acoustic waves from moonquakes The post The Core of the Moon appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Lightning Crystals
May 06, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.73 MBFulgurites are naturally occurring crystals formed by lightning striking and melting sand or soil. Caroline Knight tells Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle about these fascinating formations and new discoveries of never-before-seen minerals found in them. Plus, the latest on SpaceX's Starship Heavy. The post Lightning Crystals appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Water Beads on the Moon
April 22, 2023 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.86 MBNew discoveries may have revealed lots of water on the Moon. Caroline tells Lindsay and Lino about the Chinese discovery of glass beads on the lunar surface that contain water. Plus, a bonus discussion about screaming plants! The post Water Beads on the Moon appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Electric Air
April 08, 2023 16:00 - 16 minutes - 8.08 MBWhat if we could power our electronic devices from the air around us? It's not just science fiction. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss new research that shows the possibilities of harvesting hydrogen in the air using a unique enzyme that produces an electric current. The post Electric Air appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Australia’s Women of Science
March 25, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutes - 9.3 MBCelebrating International Women's Day, Caroline Knight and Lindsay Sant discuss some of Australia's greatest scientists who happen to be women, Cathy Foley, Anne Kelso, Elizabeth Blackburn, Michele Simmons, and Fiona Ward. The post Australia’s Women of Science appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Interview with ChatGPT
March 11, 2023 17:00 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBWhat is ChatGPT? Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle interview the chat AI to ask it about itself, get its take on human fears of IA, and ask for its advice on how to have a good and fruitful Lent. The post Interview with ChatGPT appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Missing Radioactive Capsules!
February 25, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 6.73 MBThis week, Caroline Knight tells Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle about an extremely dangerous radioactive capsule "fell of the back of a truck" in Western Australia and the steps that were taken to recover the tiny pellet. The post Missing Radioactive Capsules! appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Melting Robots
February 11, 2023 17:00 - 12 minutes - 5.94 MBIt's not yet the T1000 from Terminator, but Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss a new proof-of-concept for a robot that can transform from solid to liquid and back and even escape from a barred container. The post Melting Robots appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Secret of Roman Concrete
January 28, 2023 17:00 - 11 minutes - 5.87 MBWhy is it Roman buildings made from concrete still stand today? Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss recent research that shows Roman concrete had a secret: It was self-healing! The post The Secret of Roman Concrete appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Science of Santa
December 17, 2022 17:00 - 18 minutes - 9.14 MBHow does Santa reach every child in the world on Christmas night? What would it take to make those reindeer fly at those speeds? Why doesn't Santa age? Caroline Knight discusses these Santa-themed science questions and more with Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle. The post The Science of Santa appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Cute Cockroaches?
December 03, 2022 17:00 - 20 minutes - 9.94 MBCan a cockroach ever be cute? Caroline Knight tries to convince Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle that the recently rediscovered cockroaches of Lord Howe Island fit the description. Plus more on other fun, unusual insects and the latest update on space news. The post Cute Cockroaches? appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Blessed Advent, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year from StarQuest
December 01, 2022 12:30 - 1 minute - 1 MBDom Bettinelli, CEO of StarQuest, has a special Advent and Christmas greetings for all listeners and an important message about the mission of StarQuest. The post Blessed Advent, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year from StarQuest appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Harvesting Moon Air
October 22, 2022 16:00 - 14 minutes - 7.26 MBThere's enough oxygen in the Moon's soil to keep 8 billion breathing for 100,000 years. Lindsay Sant and Gerard Trapnell discuss how scientists know this and plans they have for harvesting Moon air for future human habitation. The post Harvesting Moon Air appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Bring on the Space Robots
September 24, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 8.68 MBLet's talk about some robots in space. Lindsay and Lino discuss the coolest and cutest little floating robot assistants on the International Space Station called astrobees and then talk about MOXIE, an oxygen-generating robot on Mars. The post Bring on the Space Robots appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Something to Chew On
September 10, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 7.93 MBWith lots of food puns, Lindsay and Lino discuss a recent study that reveals how much our daily chewing burns calories all on its own, but also how the way we chew and how much we do it may have contributed to the evolution of our jawlines. The post Something to Chew On appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Artemis Era Begins
August 27, 2022 16:00 - 27 minutes - 13 MBNASA is launching the Artemis I mission that begins our return to the Moon. Lindsay and Lino discuss the Artemis I mission, what will happen, all the science involved, plus what comes next. The post The Artemis Era Begins appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Dinosaur Pines
August 13, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 8.19 MBDinosaur trees! Caroline and Lindsay talk about the Wollemi Pine tree and its links to prehistoric Australia and dinosaurs, and why Caroline recently purchased one for her home. The post Dinosaur Pines appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Mind-Blowing Images!
July 30, 2022 16:00 - 33 minutes - 15.8 MBThe James Webb Space Telescope's first image are amazing and Caroline, Lindsay, and Lino share their awe as they pore over the details of what the images actually show and what we can expect in the future. The post Mind-Blowing Images! appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Australian Rockets to Space!
July 16, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 7.44 MBNASA has launched a rocket from Australia and our Aussie panel is very excited. Caroline Knight, Lindsay Sant, and Lino Saubolle discuss what the new launch means for future space travel from Oz, as well as the science being conducted by this launch. The post Australian Rockets to Space! appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Red Planet Road Trip
June 18, 2022 16:00 - 14 minutes - 7.01 MBSpace bucket list! Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss 8 tourist destinations that any future tourist on Mars will want to visit, from the obvious (Olympus Mons) to the weird and mysterious (Medusae Fossae). The post Red Planet Road Trip appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The Milky Way Supermassive Black Hole
June 04, 2022 16:00 - 13 minutes - 6.7 MBTelescopes have now given us our first image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy. Caroline Knight tells us how we discovered there was a black hole there and the amazing story of how this incredible image was made. The post The Milky Way Supermassive Black Hole appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Big Bang Alternatives
May 07, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 8.85 MBBefore the Big Bang Theory was widely accepted, there were many theories to explain how the universe began. Lindsay Sant and Lino Saubolle discuss five alternative theories that were advanced prior to the currently accepted theory and why they all ultimately failed to explain the universe's origins. The post Big Bang Alternatives appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Webb Telescope and Redshift
April 23, 2022 16:00 - 14 minutes - 7.35 MBWe revisit the historic new James Webb Space Telescope and its first amazing discoveries and then Caroline explains to Lindsay and Lino some astronomical terms like redshift. The post Webb Telescope and Redshift appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Bring Back the Tassie Tiger
April 09, 2022 16:00 - 20 minutes - 9.8 MBThe Thylacine, aka the Tasmanian Tiger or Tassie Tiger, is extinct, but as Caroline tells Lindsay and Lino, scientists now think it may be possible to bring them back. How is that possible? Will they still be the same animal? And is it moral and ethical to do so even if we can? The post Bring Back the Tassie Tiger appeared first on StarQuest Media.
Dinosaur Sniffles
March 26, 2022 16:00 - 21 minutes - 10.5 MBEven dinosaurs got sniffles! Caroline tells Lindsay and Lino about a new discovery that shows that some sauropods show evidence of having had respiratory infections. Then Lindsay discusses an exploration of how close we could be to building a real USS Enterprise starship. The post Dinosaur Sniffles appeared first on StarQuest Media.
COVID Antibodies Improve Over Time
March 12, 2022 17:00 - 16 minutes - 7.84 MBGetting better all the time! Caroline explains to Lindsay and Lino how the quality of antibodies from COVID-19 vaccines improve over time, what antibodies are, and what they do in us. Plus an update on a recent story about a rocket crashing into the Moon. The post COVID Antibodies Improve Over Time appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The ISS Retirement Date is Set
February 26, 2022 17:00 - 22 minutes - 10.9 MBThe International Space Station has been humanity's outpost on the edge of space for more than 20 years, but now its end date has been set. Caroline Knight and Lindsay Sant discuss the history of the ISS, its accomplishments, the date set for its retirement, and where it will end up. The post The ISS Retirement Date is Set appeared first on StarQuest Media.
The JWTS Looks Into Deep Space and Deep Past
February 12, 2022 17:00 - 26 minutes - 12.6 MBThe James Webb Telescope is the newest science asset in space and will look deeper into the universe than ever before. Lindsay and Lino discuss the amazing discoveries it's expected to make in its lifetime. Plus they discuss an old SpaceX rocket heading for a collision with the Moon. The post The JWTS Looks Into Deep Space and Deep Past appeared first on StarQuest Media.