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In this episode of Star Stuff, join Cody Half-Moon and geologist John Compton as they discuss the mind-blowing process of our planet's formation over 4.6 billion years ago.
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Star Stuff
Lowell Observatory · Tech & Science · English
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!
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24 Apr 2024 · 44 min
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20 Dec 2023
How Common is Life on Other Planets?
Wow, over 70,000 listens to Star Stuff! This podcast is still in the top 20 of astronomy podcasts and climbing. Thank you all for your support as we wrap up Season 2. If you would like to see more episodes next year for Season 3, we will be doing special segments only. Let us know what you want to learn about! In this Season 2 finale episode of Star Stuff, Cody Half-Moon sits down with Lowell astronomer Dr. Joe Llama, who specializes in the study of exoplanets. They discuss the distant worlds that lie in the Habitable Zone, the possibility that we are not alone in the universe, and more.
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S2 · E23 · 6 Dec 2023 · 33 min
CSI: Mechanical Forensics
In this Cosmic Scope Interview (CSI), Lowell's Technical Facilities Manager Jeff Gehring takes host Cody Half-Moon through the challenges of restoring the historic 24" Clark Telescope to its former glory while staying true to the designs of the era it was built in.
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S2 · E22 · 22 Nov 2023 · 36 min
Reconciling Religion and Astronomy
An atheist, a catholic, and an agnostic walk into a podcast recording room... and have an incredible conversation about how science and astronomy inform religious perspectives! Inspired by Dr. Kyler Kuehn, a Lowell astronomer and scientific consultant for the Clergy Letter Project, and featuring Lowell Astronomer Dr. Michael West, this episode explores the compatibility between religion and science. Discover how curiosity and open-mindedness enhance discussions and perspectives in this friendly debate amongst friends.
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S2 · E21 · 8 Nov 2023 · 32 min
A Moving Portrait
In this episode of Star Stuff, Lowell Historian Kevin Schindler and astronomer Gerard van Belle sit down for a chat with German artist Ulrike Arnold, the subject of the feature-length documentary Dialogue Earth. They discuss Ulrike's artistic process, the intersection of science and art, the importance of protecting our Earth, and more.
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S2 · E19 · 5 Oct 2023 · 33 min
Bringing Astronomy to the People
In this episode of Star Stuff, Kevin Schindler is joined by special guest Eric Edelman, the director of the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium in Prescott, AZ. Kevin and Eric discuss Lowell's new partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautics Academy, what it takes to bring the dream of a planetarium to life, and the importance of making astronomy education accessible to everyone.
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S2 · E18 · 27 Sep 2023 · 53 min
Life Beyond Our Solar System
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about aliens. Again. Join Cody Half-Moon and returning guest Dean Regas as they discuss upcoming solar eclipses, the possibility of life beyond our solar system, and Dean's new book “1000 Facts About Space."
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S2 · E17 · 6 Sep 2023 · 33 min
The Life and Times of Percival Lowell
The man, the myth, the founder. In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about how Percival Lowell made history by founding Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona and how he was one of the first popularized alien hunters in astronomy.
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S2 · E16 · 16 Aug 2023 · 37 min
Choosing Between Sciences and Humanities: We Talk to Journalist Melissa Sevigny
In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with journalist Melissa Sevigny to talk about her career, choosing between different paths, and her newest book, “Brave the Wild River.” Learn more about Melissa at melissasevigny.com.
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S2 · E15 · 1 Aug 2023 · 32 min
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