Jan 23, 2023
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Well, we did it. We made it to episode 666, an auspicious number to be sure. What can we do to celebrate this...
Jan 16, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 665: The Age of Reionization
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
The Cosmic Microwave Background Radiation tells us so much about the Universe. After that era, the Universe went dark. Then, as gas pulled together into the first stars and eventually galaxies, light returned, beginning the Age of...
Jan 9, 2023
Astronomy Cast Ep. 664: The First Stars
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
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The Sun is a third-generation star, polluted with metals from long-dead suns. Astronomers have also discovered second-generation stars,...
Dec 19, 2022
Astronomy Cast Ep. 663: End of Year Observing Events
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
We generally save our stargazing suggestions for the summer, when it’s warmer in the northern hemisphere. But you’re tough, you can handle a little cold. And it’s worth it because there are some wonderful things you can see in the...
Dec 12, 2022
Astronomy Cast Ep. 662 - Looking Ahead at New and Recycled Missions
by Fraser Cain & Dr. Pamela Gay
Last week we talked about the missions we’re saying goodbye to. This week, we’re going to talk about some upcoming missions to say hello to. Some are brand new ideas, others are, uh, recycled.
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