Latest Neptune Podcast Episodes
220: Walking on the roof of hell with Prof. Stanley
Spacepod - May 19, 2024 16:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsProf. Sabine Stanley, author of "What's Hidden Inside Planets," tells us how the interior of Earth helps make this planet a nice place to live. She tells us that the Earth's mantle is actually solid rock, not liquid rock. She also explains what the Earth's interior and birthday balloons have in ...
REACH Earth Day Special: What is Climate Change?
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - April 22, 2024 13:47 - 9 minutesREACHing Out are bi-weekly mini-episodes where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we are celebrating Earth Day and what NASA is doing to study global climate change with some help from Dr. Dalia Kirschbaum, Director of the Earth Science Division, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Hosts: Brian ...
219: Breaking the models with Dr. Merrison
Spacepod - April 22, 2024 12:27 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Jon Merrison talks about the Mars Simulation Laboratory. Here, scientists study what happens in low temperature, low pressure, windy environments. He says visiting scientists often "come to our lab with some idea based on the conventional model and go away with data which makes no sense to ...
The REACH Guide to the Total Solar Eclipse
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - April 01, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutesOn April 8, 2024 we will experience a Total Solar Eclipse. What exactly is an eclipse? Who will get to see it? How can you safely view? What if you aren't in the path of totality? You've got questions, we've got answers with the amazing Dr. Marin M. Anderson, Research Scientist, NASA JPL. All tha...
218: Anything we try is new with Dr. Cable
Spacepod - March 24, 2024 16:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Morgan Cable returns to the show after nine years! She tells us how she creates new minerals in her laboratory. She explains how this work helps shape NASA's Dragonfly mission. She encourages listeners to have confidence in their results.
Introducing: KOALA SHINE - Spike The Space Ball ⚾️☄️
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - March 05, 2024 06:00 - 19 minutesWhile we're gearing up for all new episodes of REACH: A Space Podcast for Kids, we thought it would be a blast to share an episode of a podcast from some of our friends. This week we are over the moon to present Koala Shine and an episode we think younger space fans will love. Give it a listen! ...
217: A beautiful experience with Dr. Villanueva
Spacepod - February 19, 2024 13:26 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Geronimo Villanueva tells us about solar system discoveries with JWST. He talks about several projects, including observing water plumes from Saturn's moon Europa and looking for rings around Mars. He shares what it feels like to use this incredible space telescope.
Bonus: Carrie's research update
Spacepod - January 21, 2024 17:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsI was sick for a few weeks this month and had to delay the scheduled interview. In the meantime, I've got a bonus episode for you. In this episode I talk about FindPOTATOs, which is software written by Nicole Tan and me, Carrie Nugent, to find asteroids and comets. I share some challenges we fac...
216: Right and wrong theories in planetary science with Prof. McKinnon
Spacepod - December 24, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsProfessor Bill McKinnon, 2023 recipient of the Kuiper Prize, reflects on his career as a planetary scientist. He tells us about a theory of his that was proven right, one that was proven wrong, and what he thinks might be proven wrong in the future.
215: Naming asteroids with Dr. Williams
Spacepod - November 19, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Gareth Williams tells us about asteroid names. He explains the rules around naming asteroids and tells us how an asteroid name lead to a surprise trip to meet one of his heroes.
214: Astronauts on the moon with Dr. Denevi
Spacepod - October 27, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Brett Denevi talks to us about the planned Artemis missions to the moon's South Pole. There, astronauts will collect rocks and other samples. She describes how geologists are working with the astronauts to ensure that the best, most interesting samples are collected. These samples will creat...
213: The Six with Loren Grush
Spacepod - September 12, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsLoren Grush talks about her new book, "The Six: The Untold Story of America's First Women in Space." She explains why Sally Ride was chosen to be the first American woman to go to space, and how the resulting attention was difficult for her. Loren also tells us how she researched and wrote the b...
GRIMNIR BENGHAZI AAR | TFN PODCAST
TASK FORCE NEPTUNE PODCAST - August 31, 2023 00:00 - 3 hours ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsTonight, the boys of TFN go LIVE at 8PM EST to AAR the Benghazi op that Griminir Tactical put on a couple weeks back. (hint: it was awesome)
REACH x Koko Sleep: Hector & Sunny in Space 🐶🚀
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - August 22, 2023 12:13 - 24 minutesTonight's episode is pretty special! We've teamed up with an amazing podcast called Koko Sleep, to send the lucky pups Hector & Sunny into space! Brian and Meredith will be appearing to Hector and Sunny in a dream, and taking them on a space tour. So, put your astronaut helmets on and prepare for...
212: A scientific legacy with Dr. Blaney
Spacepod - August 20, 2023 16:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsWe hear from Dr. Diana Blaney, the principal investigator of the mapping imaging spectrometer on Europa Clipper. Europa Clipper will travel to Jupiter to see if its moon Europa is habitable. She describes how they tested the spectrometer in special rooms to make sure it will work at Europa.
211: The Sparkler Galaxy with Prof. Mowla
Spacepod - August 06, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsProfessor Lamiya Mowla tells us about an exciting JWST discovery. She describes gravitational lensing as "nature's magnifying glass." She also explains why she likes calling telescopes time machines. We discuss pretty and shiny things, and why prettiness might indicate something is scientificall...
Introducing: The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - July 31, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutesThis week the REACH team is proud to present a great resource exploring the topics that kids care about the most, it's The Ten News! Presenting The Ten News: Meet Daisy, Apple's Recycling Robot 🤖 🤖 Meet Apple's iPhone Recycling Robot with Sarah Chandler, VP of Environment & Supply Chain Innovati...
REACHing Out: How fast are Satellites?
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - July 25, 2023 04:00 - 5 minutesREACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we find out the answer to Rei's question "How fast do satellites go?" Do you have any guesses? Listen in to hear our response. Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien Written, Produced, and Edited by: Nate DuFort Co...
Bonus episode: The upcoming American total solar eclipse
Spacepod - July 24, 2023 18:31 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsA quick bonus episode about the April 8th, 2024 total solar eclipse in Mexico, the US, and Canada! I talk about the difference between a partial and total solar eclipse, and share some tips in case you want to travel to see it.
REACHing Out: What is the difference between a meteor and an asteroid?
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - July 11, 2023 05:00 - 7 minutesREACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week we have two great questions. “What is the difference between a meteor and an asteroid?” and "What are asteroids made of?" Do you have any guesses? Listen in to find out! Hosts: Brian Holden and Meredith Stepien Writte...
REACHing Out: What are the different types of telescopes?
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - June 27, 2023 05:00 - 11 minutesREACH's "REACHing Out" episodes are where we answer YOUR Questions. This week's question comes from Taylor in Pennsylvania who asks "What are the different types of telescopes and what are they used for?" For an answer, we turn to REACH Special Contributor Joalda Morancy. Hosts: Brian Holden an...
210: Wonders of the Night Sky with Prof. Prinja
Spacepod - June 27, 2023 00:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsProfessor Raman Prinja talks about his new book, "Wonders of the Night Sky." He tells us how we are lucky to live on a planet with a transparent atmosphere. He also shares stargazing tips for city dwellers as well as long-haul truck drivers. The book is available at Simon and Schuster's webs...
The KIDS LISTEN Summer Sampler
REACH A Space Podcast for Kids - June 13, 2023 04:00 - 48 minutesThis week the team here at REACH is excited to feature a Summer Sampler of some of our favorite Kids Listen podcasts. Maybe you'll find a new favorite in the bunch! Learn more about Kids Listen at https://www.kidslisten.org And to learn more about all of the amazing shows featured in today's sam...
209: Mission to the largest moon in the solar system with Dr. Witasse
Spacepod - May 21, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Olivier Witasse tells us about the Jupiter Icy Moon Explorer, or JUICE mission, which is currently traveling through space. JUICE will conduct 34 flybys of Jupiter's moons before orbiting Ganymede. Ganyemede may have significant liquid water, and perhaps the elements needed for life.
208: Cosmic tug of war with Dr. Plazas Malagón
Spacepod - April 23, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Andrés Plazas Malagón tells us about a field of astronomy called cosmology. He explains that either our universe is mostly made of mysterious stuff called dark energy, or the laws of physics are wrong. He also explains the difference between dark matter and dark energy.
207: One of the stranger surfaces in the solar system with Dr. Cartwright
Spacepod - March 26, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Richard Cartwright tells us about the moons of Uranus and explains why we should visit Uranus with an orbiting spacecraft. This mission would take decades to design, build, and travel to the planet. He also shares what he thinks about Uranus jokes.
206: Every asteroid observation ever taken with Dr. Veres
Spacepod - February 19, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Peter Veres talks about asteroids, comets, and meteors. He describes how the Minor Planet Center keeps track of observations and orbits. This data is publicly available, and non-scientists make valuable contributions. He also tells us about the AMOS meteor network, and how meteors connect to...
205: The moon's right to exist with Dr. Prem
Spacepod - January 22, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsDr. Parvathy Prem tells us about lunar ice. She says, "the moon records the history of our solar system neighborhood in a way that the Earth doesn't." Her simulations show that rocket landings can change lunar ice. We discuss different perspectives on the moon, and how those perspectives might c...
204: Light Pollution with Kelly Beatty
Spacepod - December 25, 2022 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 377 ratingsKelly Beatty shares easy things we can do to reduce light pollution. He tells us how artificial night light can harm humans, birds, and insects. He shares the five principles of good lighting, and explains how addressing light pollution can save money.
What's the difference between sadness and depression?
Is It Serious? - December 01, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutesMay is mental health awareness month. Everyone deals with moments of sadness but how do you know when it's something deeper? Dr. Jean Luc Neptune and Dr. Mark Lewis normalize talking about depression and mental health and offer some useful skills and resources for dealing with sadness a...