Spacepod

Carrie Nugent

Science Astronomy

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235 episodes

230: What is the fastest planet?
01/1/2026 | 5 mins.
A question from Renny, age 4. Dr. Jessie Christensen answers. For more on Dr. Christensen's work, see episodes 42 and 102.
229: What do asteroids smell like?
01/12/2025 | 6 mins.
A question from Sabine, age 5. Dr. Christopher Snead answers. For more on Dr. Snead's work, see Episode 184 of Spacepod. Do you know a kid with a space question? Upload it at listentospacepod.com and I'll do my best to get an answer!
228: Do other planets really have diamond rain?
20/11/2025 | 7 mins.
Dr. Sabine Stanley answers. For more about planetary insides, check out her book, "What's Hidden Inside Planets".
Do you know a kid with a space question? Upload it at listentospacepod.com and I'll do my best to get an answer!
227: What is the fastest asteroid?
15/10/2025 | 5 mins.
Dr. Michael Busch answers. Do you know a kid with a space question? Upload it at listentospacepod.com and I'll do my best to get an answer!
226: The intersection of computer science and astronomy with Dr. Kubica
02/3/2025 | 21 mins.
Dr. Jeremy Kubica talks about his work on the LINCC Frameworks project, and how he brings together astronomers and computer scientists to create software tools. He shares advice for students and talks about his books, which explain computing concepts in fun and accessible ways.

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About Spacepod

Hear stories about the alien moons orbiting our Sun, of cold stars, and the future of space exploration. Every week, scientist Dr. Carrie Nugent chats about an amazing part of our universe with an expert guest. Spacepod is the podcast that gives you an inside look into space exploration. Learn more: http://listentospacepod.com

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