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.
Cosmic Comets, Magnetic Pole Puzzles & The Enigma of Time | Q&A
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Cosmic Q&A: Comets, Magnetic Reversals, and the Nature of Time
In this thought-provoking Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a series of i...
Asteroid Spin, Superpuff Mysteries & Martian Groundwater Revelations
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Asteroid Spins, Superpuff Planets, and Martian Groundwater Discoveries
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into a trio of captivating astronomical topics. From the peculiarities of a r...
Hawking Radiation, Dark Energy Dilemmas & Listener Curiosities
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Cosmic Queries: Hawking Radiation, Dark Energy, and Moving Earth
In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into intriguing listener questions that span the cosmos. From the mysteries of Hawking radiation to the enigma of dark energy, and ev...
Exoplanet Collisions, Cosmic Snowball Fights & Australia's Astronomical Future
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Exoplanet Collisions, DART Mission Revelations, and Australia's Astronomical Future
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore the latest cosmic discoveries and their implications for the future o...
Stellar Evolutions, Dark Energy Mysteries & Your Questions Answered
Cosmic Q&A: Red Giants, Accretion Disks, and Dark Energy
In this captivating Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a variety of listener questions that span the cosmos. From the fate of our Sun as it becomes a red giant to the mysteries of dark energy, this episode is a treasure trove of astronomical insights and engaging discussions.
Episode Highlights:
-Â The Fate of Our Sun:Â Jeff from Arkansas asks about the implications of the Sun swelling into a red giant in...
Asteroids, Comets & the Latest from the DART Mission: A Cosmic Update
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Asteroid Updates, DART Mission Insights, and the Chris Case of 3I ATLAS
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the fascinating world of comets and asteroids. From t...
Martian Meteorites, Gas Giants & The Search for Alien Life | Q&A
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Mars Meteor Showers, Gas Giants, and the Search for Alien Civilizations
In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson respond to intriguing questions from listeners about our universe. From the risks o...
Artemis Updates, The Brain Nebula & Mapping the Galactic Center
Artemis Updates, the Brian Nebula, and Galactic Mapping
In this enlightening episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into the latest developments in space exploration and celestial phenomena. From the shifting timelines of the Artemis program to the fascinating discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope, this episode is packed with cosmic insights and intriguing discussions.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Artemis Program Updates:Â Andrew and Fred discuss the recent delays in the Artemis 2 mission, which is now expected to launch no earlier than April. The...
Uncharted Discoveries, Comet C/2026 A1 & Elon's Solar Pergola | SN604 Q&A
Unimagined Discoveries, Planet Nine Mysteries, and the Sungrazing Comet
In this captivating Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a range of thought-provoking listener questions that explore the unknowns of our universe. From the potential for undiscovered celestial phenomena to the enigma of Planet Nine, this episode is filled with cosmic curiosities and insights.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Unimagined Existence:Â Bailey from Durban asks whether there are things in the universe that we have yet to imagine. Andrew and Fred discuss the surprises rev...
"Jupiter's not quite as big as we thought."
Tiny Jupiter, Unusual Comet Behavior, and Gravitational Lensing
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into some intriguing astronomical discoveries. They discuss the surprising news about Jupiter's size, the strange rotation of Comet 41P, and the fascinating concept of utilizing solar gravitational lensing for deep space exploration.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Jupiter's Revised Size:Â The duo explores new measurements from NASA's Juno mission that indicate Jupiter is slightly smaller than previously thought. They discuss the implications of these findings on our understanding of...
Dark Matter Mysteries, Telescope Innovations & the Quest for Gravitons | SN602 Q&A
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Exploring Dark Matter, Telescope Innovations, and Olympus Mons
In this engaging Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a range of fascinating listener questions that dive deep into the my...
Lava Tubes on Venus, Elon Musk's Lunar Pivot & Titan's Mysterious Origins
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Lava Tubes on Venus, Elon Musk's New Target, and China's Lunar Ambitions
In this intriguing episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore a variety...
Cosmic Questions: Dark Energy, Stellar Birth & the Nature of Black Holes
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Dark Matter Theories, Solar Origins, and Black Hole Temperatures
In this milestone 600th episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson celebrate with a captivating Q&A session, tackling a variety of thought-provoking questions from l...
Cosmic Dust in a Jar, Volcanic Eruptions on Io & Following the Coal to Find Extraterrestrial Life
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Cosmic Dust in a Jar, Volcanic Eruptions on Io, and the Quest for Intelligent Life
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into a series of captivating cosmic stories that will spark your imagination. From the groundbreaking creation of cosmic dust in a lab to the simultaneous volcanic eruptions on Jupiter's moon Io, this episode is a treasure trove of astronomical insights.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Cosmic Dust in a Jar:Â A Sy...
Theia's Fate, Galaxy Mergers & the Mysteries of Mars' Atmosphere | Q&A
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Theia's Fate, Galactic Mergers, and the Mysteries of Hydrogen
In this captivating Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a ran...
One Million Satellites, Space Mushrooms & the Search for Martian Shorelines
One Million Satellites, Space Mushrooms, and Martian Shorelines
In this action-packed episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore a variety of cosmic topics that will leave you both informed and entertained. From the ambitious plan to launch a million satellites to the intriguing discovery of Martian shorelines, this episode covers the latest in space exploration and technology.
Episode Highlights:
-Â One Million Satellites:Â Andrew and Fred dive into the shocking news of SpaceX's application to launch up to one million satellites. They discuss the imp...
Solar Secrets, Cosmic Siblings & the Quest for Breathable Exoplanets
Solar Curiosities, Stellar Siblings, and the Quest for Sun Missions
In this enlightening episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into a plethora of solar-themed questions submitted by their curious audience. From the intriguing arc of the sun across the sky to the search for the sun's long-lost siblings, this episode is packed with cosmic insights that will leave you pondering the mysteries of our solar system.
Episode Highlights:
-Â The Sun's Arc:Â Andrew kicks off the episode with a question about the sun's arc...
Challenger's Legacy, Cosmic Moons & the Mystery of Rapid Black Hole Growth
Challenger Remembrance, Australian of the Year, and the Mystery of Massive Moons
In this poignant episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson reflect on the 40th anniversary of the Challenger space shuttle disaster, sharing their memories and insights about this tragic event. They also celebrate the announcement of the Australian of the Year and delve into intriguing discussions about the definition of moons and the rapid growth of black holes.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Challenger Space Shuttle Disaster:Â Andrew and Fred discuss the Challenger disaster of 1986, rev...
Black Hole Temperatures, Cosmic Mapping & the Mystery of Dark Matter| Q&A
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Temperature of Black Holes, Cosmic Mapping, and the Nature of Space
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle some of the most intriguing questions from their audience. Join them as they delve into t...
Artemis 2 Progress, Iron Bars in Space & Life's Deadly Origins
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Artemis 2 Updates, Cosmic Iron Bars, and the Role of Hydrogen Cyanide in Life's Origins
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the latest developments in space exploration and cosmic phenomena. Join them as t...
Black Holes, Navigation, The Big Crunch & Re-Entry Speeds: Your Cosmic Questions Answered
This ​is ​a ​Q ​and ​A ​edition ​of ​Space ​Nuts. We ​will ​be ​answering ​audience ​questions ​exclusively ​on ​this ​episode. ​We're ​looking ​at ​​a ​concept ​that ​Ross ​has ​put ​up ​about ​black ​holes ​equaling ​dark ​matter, ​we'll ​explain ​that. ​​Sandy ​is ​asking ​about ​navigation ​in ​space. ​​John ​is ​talking ​relativity, ​time, ​black ​holes ​and ​the ​big ​crunch. ​​And ​the ​speed ​of ​re ​entry ​is ​a ​question ​from ​Andy. ​We'll ​deal ​with ​all ​of ​that ​on ​this ​episode ​of ​space ​nuts.
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Mars Oceans Unveiled, Spinning Asteroids & Crew Evacuations
Exploring Mars Oceans, Fastest Asteroids, and ISS Evacuations
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the latest astronomical discoveries and intriguing space news. Join them as they explore new evidence suggesting that Mars once boasted vast oceans, the astonishing characteristics of the fastest spinning asteroid ever recorded, and the unprecedented evacuation of the International Space Station due to a medical issue.
Episode Highlights:
- Mars’ Ancient Oceans: Andrew and Fred discuss groundbreaking research revealing that Mars may have once had ocean...
Cosmic Q&A: Black Holes, Stellar Densities & the Sun's Sudden Disappearance
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Expandable Space Stations, Martian Caves & Rogue Planet Revelations
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Gravity Questions, Cosmic Energy & Hidden Galaxies
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Cosmic Q&A: Gravity, Energy, and Hidden Galaxies
In this thought-provoking holiday repeat episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into listener questions that...
Europa's Ocean Secrets, Gravitational Waves & Black Hole Mysteries
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Archived Insights: Europa Clipper, Gravitational Waves, and Black Hole Mysteries
In this special episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson take a fascinating journey through some of the most compelling questions and discoveries in astronomy. As th...
Space Light, Cosmic Shields & Moon Mysteries
Cosmic Q&A: Light in Space, Astronaut Shielding, and Ice Giants
In this engaging Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle intriguing listener questions that delve into the mysteries of space. From the visibility of Voyager 1 in the depths of the solar system to the challenges of shielding astronauts from cosmic radiation, this episode is a treasure trove of cosmic knowledge.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Light in Space:Â Lee from New York City poses a thought-provoking question about how much light exists in spa...
Space-Time Dragging, Martian Rovers & Stellar Discoveries
Cosmic Discoveries: Frame Dragging, Mars Rover Naming, and Intern Triumphs
In this holiday replay episode from the Space Nuts archives, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore groundbreaking astronomical phenomena and inspiring stories from the cosmos. From the intriguing discovery of frame dragging in space-time to the triumphs of young minds in the field of astronomy, this episode is packed with fascinating insights.
Episode Highlights:
-Â Frame Dragging Phenomenon:Â Andrew and Fred delve into the recent detection of frame dragging around a white dwarf pulsar binary system, discussing it...
Gravitational Waves, Cosmic What-Ifs & Dark Energy Dilemmas
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Archived Insights: Gravitational Waves, Earth's Fate, and Dark Energy
In this special episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson take a trip down memory lane, revisiting some of the most compelling questions from their...
Snowball Earth, Dinosaur Asteroids & the Hubble Tension Unravelled
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Frozen Frontiers: Snowball Earth, Dinosaur Origins, and Hubble Tension
In this captivating holiday episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson embark on a journey through time and space, discussing the intriguing concept of Snowball Earth, the origins of t...
Time Dilation, Black Hole Mysteries & Cosmic Curiosities
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Martian Timekeeping: Synchronizing Clocks, Eccentric Orbits & Space Gum Discoveries
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Cosmic Questions: Time, Mass, and the Spectacle of Auroras
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Cosmic Curiosities: Time Dilation, Supernova Remnants, and Aurora Colors
In this engaging Q&A edition of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a series of thought-provoking questions from their curious...
Erupting Exo Comets, Boiling Ice Moons & Martian Climate Revelations
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Cosmic Discoveries: Erupting Comets, Boiling Ice Moons, and Mars' Climate Secrets
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into the latest astronomical revelations that are reshapi...
Astronomy Q&A: Super Jupiters, Light Echoes & Cosmic Mysteries
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Cosmic Queries: The Birth of Our Sun, Future Discoveries, and Gas Giants
In this thought-provoking Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle an array of intriguing listene...
Theia's True Origins, 40,000 Asteroids & Enceladus’ Organic Mystery
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Exploring Theia, Near-Earth Asteroids, and Enceladus
In this exciting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into a wealth of astronomical discoveries and insights. From new revelations about the anc...
Cosmic Queries: Gravitational Waves & the Great Dust Debate
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Cosmic Queries: The Big Crunch, Gravitational Waves, and Planetary Cores
In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner explore a variety of thought-provoking questions from listene...
Meteor Showers, Mars Missions & the Mystery of Stranded Astronauts
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Leonid Meteor Shower, Mars Escapade Mission, and Gyrochronology
In this captivating episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner delve into the latest astronomical events and missions. From the ongoing L...
Expanding Universes, Space Elevators & the Enigma of Gale Crater
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Show Notes
Cosmic Queries: Expanding Universe, Space Elevators, and TOI 6894B
In this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner tackle a variety o...
Comet Conundrums, Cosmic Shutdowns & The Mars Remains Controversy
3I Atlas, Human Remains on Mars, and Moon Formation Insights
In this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Jonti Horner dive into some controversial and intriguing topics in the realm of space exploration. From the latest on Comet 3I Atlas and the implications of the U.S. government shutdown to the divisive plan to send human remains to Mars, this episode is packed with cosmic curiosities and critical discussions that challenge our understanding of space and humanity's role within it.
Episode Highlights:
-Â The 3I Atlas Di...