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Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

Professor Fred Watson and Andrew Dunkley 639 Episodes Aug 13, 2026

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. Two episodes a week with news and explainer focused editions on Thursdays and a Listener Q&A focused edition on Mondays.

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The Galaxy’s Sugary Center Could Change How Life Began
The Galaxy’s Sugary Center Could Change How Life Began Aug 13, 2026 1673 This episode covers three very different astronomy stories and then moves into a lively Q&A with listener questions. Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson discuss a possible sugary molecule in the center of the Milky Way, the risk lunar landers may contaminate ice that could preserve clues to life’s origins, and a new way to track lost dogs using satellite connectivity. The second half of t
Cosmic Queries: Understanding Black Holes, Galactic Centres, and Mars Days
Cosmic Queries: Understanding Black Holes, Galactic Centres, and Mars Days Aug 10, 2026 2170 In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, join host Andrew Dunkley and astronomer Fred Watson Watson as they tackle a variety of fascinating questions from listeners. From the peculiarities of Martian days to the mysteries of black holes and the galactic centre, this episode is filled with enlightening discussions that are sure to spark curiosity about the cosmos.In this episode:- John asks
The Hidden Impact of Landslides on Pluto’s Surface — What Scientists Are Discovering
The Hidden Impact of Landslides on Pluto’s Surface — What Scientists Are Discovering Aug 7, 2026 1972 Landslides on Pluto and China's SpaceX-like Rocket Recovery SuccessDiscover the intriguing discovery of landslides on Pluto, explained through recent image analysis from the New Horizons spacecraft, and learn how these features provide clues about the dwarf planet's geological activity. Plus, explore China's recent achievement in rocket recovery, mimicking SpaceX's successful landing techniques wi
From Dark Matter to Dormant Comets: Your Astronomy Questions Answered
From Dark Matter to Dormant Comets: Your Astronomy Questions Answered Aug 4, 2026 1957 In this enlightening Q&A episode of Space Nuts, join host Andrew Dunkley and astronomer Fred Watson Watson as they field a range of intriguing questions from listeners. From the hypothetical concept of dark matter stars to the mysteries of dormant comets and the mechanics of gravitational slingshots, this episode is packed with engaging discussions that spark curiosity in the cosmos.In this ep
SpaceX Tests Space-Ready Nuclear Power Using Tritium-Driven CubeSat
SpaceX Tests Space-Ready Nuclear Power Using Tritium-Driven CubeSat Aug 1, 2026 2514 Sponsor Link:NordVPN - Safeguard your online activity with our exclusive offer for Space Nuts listeners. Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details.From SpaceX Nuclear Experiments to Galactic DiscoveriesJoin host Andrew Dunkley and astronomer Fred Watson as they explore some of the most fascinating topics in space science, from innovative nuclear power tests in space to the expanding boundaries o
The Cosmic Q&A: Redshift, Dark Matter & the Shape of the Universe
The Cosmic Q&A: Redshift, Dark Matter & the Shape of the Universe Jul 27, 2026 1892 Sponsor Link:NordVPN - Protect your online privacy with our special offer for Space Nuts listeners. Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details.In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they tackle a variety of intriguing questions from listeners. From the mysteries of redshift and the perplexing concept of dark photons to the vastness of deep
How Scientific Discoveries at Mars Are Bringing Us Closer to Detecting Alien Life
How Scientific Discoveries at Mars Are Bringing Us Closer to Detecting Alien Life Jul 23, 2026 1864 Discoveries on Mars, the Hubble Tension, and Dark Photons - Space Nuts EpisodeJoin Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they explore the latest developments in space science—from evidence of complex organic molecules found by the Perseverance rover on Mars that may hint at past life, to the ongoing mystery of the Hubble tension that challenges our understanding of the universe's expansion.
Galactic Queries: Black Hole Lifespans, Lunar Impacts & Sun-Seeking Missions
Galactic Queries: Black Hole Lifespans, Lunar Impacts & Sun-Seeking Missions Jul 20, 2026 2086 Sponsor Link:NordVPN - Secure your online presence with our exclusive offer for Space Nuts listeners. Check out www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details.In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson dive into listener inquiries that span the cosmos. From the intriguing concept of black hole evaporation to the mysteries of Jupiter's atmosphere and the latest
The Black Hole Discovery Revealing the Loudest Gravitational Wave Ever Recorded
The Black Hole Discovery Revealing the Loudest Gravitational Wave Ever Recorded Jul 16, 2026 2443 Sponsor Link:NordVPN...protect yourself and save with our specoial deal Visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details.Revealing the Secrets of Space and the Cosmos: Insights from Space NutsJoin Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they explore the fascinating universe—from a historic telescope in Melbourne to the latest discoveries in black hole physics and our own solar system. This episode
From Stopping Light to Space Junk — Your Questions Answered
From Stopping Light to Space Junk — Your Questions Answered Jul 13, 2026 1981 Sponsor Link:This episode is brought to you with the support of NordVPN - your first stop when it comes to online security and privacy. To check out our special  money saving offer for Space Nuts liseners, visit www.nordvpn.com/spaenutsIn this Q&A edition of Space Nuts, host Andrew Dunkley and astronomer Professor Fred Watson tackle intriguing audience questions ranging from the possibility of
How SpaceX Breaks Satellite Records and What It Means for Earth Orbit Safety
How SpaceX Breaks Satellite Records and What It Means for Earth Orbit Safety Jul 9, 2026 2132 Space Nuts Episode 641: Exploring SpaceX Milestones, Lunar Realities, and Particle PhysicsIn this episode, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into recent breakthroughs in space technology, lunar surface understanding, and the physics of light and matter. From SpaceX's record-breaking satellite launches to the complexities of stopping photons and the intriguing origins of interstellar o
Cosmic Queries Unleashed: Gravitons, Expanding Universes & the Weight of Space Travel
Cosmic Queries Unleashed: Gravitons, Expanding Universes & the Weight of Space Travel Jul 6, 2026 1991 Universe, and WeightlessnessIn this Q&A edition of Space Nuts, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle an array of intriguing listener questions that delve into the complexities of the universe. From the implications of an expanding universe to the elusive graviton and the experience of transitioning from weightlessness back to Earth's gravity, this episode promises to enlighten and en

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