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Podcast Profile: Star Stuff

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80 episodes
2021 to 2024
Median: 48 minutes
Collection: Physics, Math, and Astronomy


Description (podcaster-provided):

Star Stuff is a top astronomy podcast by Lowell Observatory. Learn about the wildest parts of our universe, from black holes to mad scientists, through the eyes of our hosts.


Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):

➤ Astronomy discussions • Interviews with scientists and authors • Space phenomena • Astrobiology • Science and arts intersection • Space exploration • Science communication • Popular science fiction analysis

The podcast "Star Stuff" offers a diverse array of content centered around astronomy, astrophysics, and the wider universe. The episodes delve into the most awe-inspiring aspects of cosmos exploration, often featuring discussions with leading astronomers, scientists, and educators. Listeners can expect engaging topics that range from the theoretical, such as the multiverse, black holes, and the Drake Equation, to more tangible subjects like planetary formations and space missions. The podcast also frequently examines the intersection of science with other fields, such as art, religion, and cultural narratives.

Several episodes focalize on astronomical phenomena and cosmic events, providing insights into the mechanics of celestial bodies and their roles within the universe. There is a recurrent exploration of extraterrestrial life and astrobiology, considering the potential for life beyond Earth. The podcast also frequently highlights the importance and impact of observatories and planetary defense initiatives.

In addition to pure science, the show presents human-centered stories, including interviews with notable scientists and discussions around their life experiences, inspirations, and contributions to the field. The narrative content sometimes intersects with popular culture, offering scientific perspectives on science fiction films and novels.

Another significant theme within the podcast is accessibility and education, aiming to make complex scientific concepts understandable to a broader audience. The show showcases efforts to promote science comprehension and stimulate curiosity among listeners. Overall, "Star Stuff" serves as a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of astronomy-related knowledge while celebrating the curiosity and creativity tied to understanding our universe.


Episodes:
Episode Image Does Venus Have A Moon? | We Talk To Zoozve Discoverer Brian Skiff
2024-Aug-19
30 minutes
Episode Image LIVE from Grand Canyon: Turning the Park Dark
2024-Jul-25
55 minutes
Episode Image Makers, Menders, and Writers | We Talk to Diana Gabaldon
2024-Apr-23
43 minutes
Episode Image How Common is Life on Other Planets?
2023-Dec-19
33 minutes
Episode Image CSI: Mechanical Forensics
2023-Dec-05
33 minutes
Episode Image Reconciling Religion and Astronomy
2023-Nov-21
36 minutes
Episode Image A Moving Portrait
2023-Nov-07
31 minutes
Episode Image How the Earth Formed
2023-Oct-17
34 minutes
Episode Image Bringing Astronomy to the People
2023-Oct-04
33 minutes
Episode Image Life Beyond Our Solar System
2023-Sep-26
52 minutes
Episode Image The Life and Times of Percival Lowell
2023-Sep-05
32 minutes
Episode Image Choosing Between Sciences and Humanities: We Talk to Journalist Melissa Sevigny
2023-Aug-15
36 minutes
Episode Image Making an Impact
2023-Aug-01
31 minutes
Episode Image Making Science Accessible
2023-Jul-18
33 minutes
Episode Image Theories of the Universe Part 2
2023-Jul-04
42 minutes
Episode Image Theories of the Universe Part 1
2023-Jun-20
38 minutes
Episode Image What Astronomers Do In The Dark
2023-Jun-06
51 minutes
Episode Image Apollo Astronauts At The Grand Canyon? We Talk To Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane
2023-May-16
50 minutes
Episode Image What Is Life Really Like In Space? – We Talk To Astronaut Nicole Stott
2023-May-02
31 minutes
Episode Image Capturing The Cosmos: We Talk About Astrophotography
2023-Apr-18
38 minutes
Episode Image What Is Life?
2023-Apr-04
41 minutes
Episode Image Let’s Take A (Conversational) Look at the Sun – We Talk to Dr. Jeff Hall
2023-Mar-21
63 minutes
Episode Image Exploring the Drake Equation: We Talk About Aliens
2023-Mar-07
38 minutes
Episode Image The Math of the Universe & Elements of Awe with Astronomer Dr. Daniel Fleisch
2023-Feb-21
52 minutes
Episode Image From The Farm To The Stars: We Talk About Clyde Tombaugh
2023-Feb-07
42 minutes
Episode Image Beyond The Event Horizon: We Talk About Black Holes
2023-Jan-17
40 minutes
Episode Image Seeing The Unseen: We Talk About Spectroscopy
2023-Jan-03
48 minutes
Episode Image Season 1 Finale: What We Learned On Season 1
2022-Dec-27
58 minutes
Episode Image Learning Science Through Historic Literature
2022-Dec-20
46 minutes
Episode Image How Realistic Were These Popular Sci-Fi Movies? A Scientist’s Review
2022-Dec-14
59 minutes
Episode Image Fostering Education Resources in Communities
2022-Dec-06
51 minutes
Episode Image Tales from the Drinking Horn: We Talk Norse Mythology with the Meadcast
2022-Nov-29
44 minutes
Episode Image Arecibo Observatory: A Message To The Unknown
2022-Nov-22
51 minutes
Episode Image The Modern Hunt for Aliens: What Is Astrobiology?
2022-Nov-15
50 minutes
Episode Image ‘Oumuamua: The Extrasolar Asteroid… Or Alien Craft
2022-Nov-08
59 minutes
Episode Image The Fear and Beauty of the Night: We Talk to Grand Canyon’s Astronomer in Residence Lauren Camp
2022-Nov-01
56 minutes
Episode Image We Got Astronomers to Review ‘The Thing’
2022-Oct-25
58 minutes
Episode Image Searching for New Worlds with Jake Clark
2022-Oct-18
70 minutes
Episode Image Debating Space Conspiracy Theories
2022-Oct-11
46 minutes
Episode Image How Would You Remember The Stars? | We Talk to Rader Lane, Dark Sky Ranger at Grand Canyon National Park
2022-Oct-05
55 minutes
Episode Image When Black Holes Collide
2022-Sep-27
49 minutes
Episode Image Throwing DARTs: Exploring NASA’s Planetary Defense Mission
2022-Sep-20
46 minutes
Episode Image Asteroids: How Love, Fear, and Greed Will Determine Our Future in Space
2022-Sep-13
70 minutes
Episode Image Dr. Vera Rubin: Discoveries, Stories, and Good Memories
2022-Sep-06
67 minutes
Episode Image Academic Burnout
2022-Aug-30
74 minutes
Episode Image Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir: An Astronomer’s Review
2022-Aug-23
73 minutes
Episode Image Guess That Sci-Fi Movie: We Play A Podcast Game
2022-Aug-16
59 minutes
Episode Image The Path of a Female Scientist
2022-Aug-09
57 minutes
Episode Image Saturn Opposition: What It Means and Why It’s So Cool
2022-Aug-02
26 minutes
Episode Image The Art of the Night Sky – We Talk to “NightVisions” Artist Arline Martens and Exhibit Co-Creator Chris Luginbuhl
2022-Jul-26
42 minutes
Episode Image Astronomy in Poetry with Author Julie Swarstad Johnson
2022-Jul-19
47 minutes
Episode Image How The James Webb Space Telescope Will Change The Way We Look At The Cosmos
2022-Jul-12
66 minutes
Episode Image Star Stories (the Constellations of Summer)
2022-Jul-05
49 minutes
Episode Image Talking With Grown-Ups About Pluto (And Other Fun Controversies) | We Talk To Dean Regas
2022-Jun-28
67 minutes
Episode Image The Lowell Iceberg: Strange Sightings, Observatory Lore, and Clown Man
2022-Jun-21
60 minutes
Episode Image Car Trouble and the Rings of Uranus
2022-Jun-13
76 minutes
Episode Image Finding Your Unicorn Career in STEM: We Talk To Alaina Levine
2022-Jun-07
81 minutes
Episode Image The Sound of Science in Movies: We Review Sci-Fi Scores
2022-May-31
48 minutes
Episode Image The Career Path of an Astronomer
2022-May-24
50 minutes
Episode Image Uncovering 50-Year-Old Moon Rock: We Talk to Dr. Chip Shearer
2022-May-17
57 minutes
Episode Image The Total Lunar Eclipse: Myth, Lore, and History
2022-May-10
58 minutes
Episode Image Sol’s Planets – We Talk To Two Lowell Planetary Scientists
2022-May-03
61 minutes
Episode Image Exploring Dark Skies with Grand Canyon “Dark Sky Ranger” Rader Lane
2022-Apr-26
54 minutes
Episode Image Comets, Asteroids, and Centaurs
2022-Apr-19
63 minutes
Episode Image What Does It Mean To Imagine? We Talk To Ed Finn of ASU’s Center for Science and the Imagination
2022-Apr-12
40 minutes
Episode Image The $10 Billion Origami Project: We Review the Basics of the James Webb Space Telescope
2022-Apr-05
44 minutes
Episode Image The Life of Stars: We Talk to Lowell Astronomer Gerard van Belle
2022-Mar-29
51 minutes
Episode Image Star Stories (The Constellations Of Spring)
2022-Mar-22
49 minutes
Episode Image Life on Mars (Human and … Otherwise)
2022-Mar-15
60 minutes
Episode Image Capturing Dark Energy On Camera: We Talk to Dr. Kyler Kuehn
2022-Mar-08
39 minutes
Episode Image Life On Other Planets, In Art And In Our Universe: We Talk to Dr. Dan Durda
2022-Mar-01
46 minutes
Episode Image Clyde Tombaugh, From The Eyes of His Son: We Talk to Alden Tombaugh
2022-Feb-22
44 minutes
Episode Image The Real Indiana Jones: We Talk to Dr. Johanson, the Lucy Discoverer
2022-Feb-15
52 minutes
Episode Image The Adventures of a Shadow Chaser and Asteroid Hunter: We Talk to Dr. Cathy Olkin
2022-Feb-08
57 minutes
Episode Image “My Other Vehicle Explored Pluto” – We Talk To Dr. Alan Stern
2022-Feb-01
46 minutes
Episode Image What Would “Armageddon” Really Be Like?
2022-Jan-25
40 minutes
Episode Image The Secrets of Lowell Observatory
2022-Jan-18
48 minutes
Episode Image A Case For The Sky Egg
2022-Jan-11
39 minutes
Episode Image Black Holes, Spacetime, and Bread
2022-Jan-04
42 minutes
Episode Image Introducing Star Stuff: A Space Poddity
2021-Nov-18
15 minutes