This week, we return to our starting point, where Astronomy Cast began: Pluto. 11 years on, we have a whole new appreciate for the dwarf planet Pluto.
Sep 11th: Pluto Revisited
Astronomy Cast Archive
Sep 4th: Colonizing the Milky Way
Science fiction has misled us that if you want to colonize or visit other star systems, It’s very, very easy. But the reality, of course, is that the laws of physics are a lot more difficult than science fiction has taught us. But at the same time we just wanna know how we’re gonna get to live on other worlds.
Aug 28th: Building a Career in Astronomy
Astronomy Cast discussion about major career paths you can take that relate to astronomy and space, and the kinds of things you’ll need to do to actually make yourself a good candidate for that field.
Aug 21st: Solar Eclipse 101
Pamela and Fraser talk about What to do, and (perhaps more importantly) what NOT to do during Solar Eclipse!
Aug 14th: The Fermi Paradox: Where are all the Aliens?
We know intelligent life evolved here on Earth. It must be common across the Universe, right? But if there’s life out there, where’s all the life?
Aug 7th: Counting Aliens with the Drake Equation
If you’re wondering how many extraterrestrials there are in our galaxy, you just have to use a simple equation developed by astronomer Frank Drake in 1961
Jul 31st: Gamma-Ray Bursts
How gamma ray burst happened?
Jul 24th: Across the Electromagnetic Spectrum
We see the Universe in visible light with our photon detecting eyes. But there’s a whole spectrum of photons out there, from radio waves to gamma rays that astronomers use to understand the Universe. It’s time to see the whole picture.
Jul 17th: Choosing and Using a Telescope
Buying your first telescope can be a nerve-wracking experience filled with buyer’s remorse. So how to choose your first telescope? Check it out!
Jul 10th: The Asteroid Belt
Exploring the asteroid belt