From Apollo nostalgia to futuristic moon bases, we explore the revival of lunar ambition; and why our dusty, crater-packed neighbor is suddenly the hottest real estate in the solar system.Between NASA’s Artemis program, China’s long-term lunar plans, and a growing list of private players, the Moon is having a moment... and it’s not just for the science.TOD’s Episode Obsession: Lunar Real Estate & Property Development… (He’s started a fake startup called “Moon&Co.” and is working on a brochure for crater-view condos and luxury domes with solar flare shielding and artisanal oxygen.)Send TOD a transmission! (fan mail)___________________________________________ If you enjoyed the ride, rate, review, and subscribe. It keeps us in your feed... and keeps TOD from launching his solo podcast: “Quiet Screaming: A Todcast.” TOD: “Episode one is just 43 minutes of me judging humanity’s decision-making.” Catch you next orbit. Bring oxygen. And snacks. Definitely snacks.

# Exploring Cosmic Wonders: Latest Discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope - Cosmic Roundup PodcastJoin host "The Space Cowboy" as he unveils groundbreaking discoveries from NASA's James Webb Space Telescope in this captivating episode of Cosmic Roundup. Learn about the stunning planetary nebula NGC 1514, the most distant spiral galaxy ever discovered (nicknamed "Dragon Galaxy"), and Neptune's magnificent auroras captured in unprecedented detail. The episode features exciting revelations about early galaxy rotation patterns that challenge our understanding of cosmic origins, plus direct images of multiple gas giants in the HR 8799 system. Discover how Webb is revolutionizing astronomy by observing star formation, tracking potentially hazardous asteroids, and searching for biosignatures on exoplanets. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts, science lovers, and anyone fascinated by the mysteries of our universe, this comprehensive roundup showcases how Webb's infrared vision is transforming our understanding of cosmic evolution and our place in the universe.

Benjamin was crushed when he learned that 'starquakes' weren't actual ground-shaking events on a star's surface that shook little star buildings and cracked little star roads. Kovi's colleague, astroseismologist Courtney Crawford, explains how asteroseismology is the study of stellar oscillations - rhythmic pulsations in a star’s brightness - that help astronomers understand a star's internal structure, composition and rotation. Courtney wanted to be a butterfly until she watched MythBusters - and that set her down the path to talking to us about starquakes.

Look up at any point during the year and discover the Double Cluster, first observed by a Greek astronomer over one hundred years before the birth of Christ.

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Our look back at the Astrochemical Literature for the month of March 2025. Guests this month are Munan Gong and Wonju Kim. Divita Gupta co-hosts.Timestamps0:00 - Intro1:11 - Coffee Chat (Brett + Munan Gong)9:29 - Advert: Easter at Starducks10:25 - Grab & Go Papers28:05 - Advert: BasketBamboozler 300030:15 - Single-Origin Brew (Divita Gupta with Wonju Kim)47:19 - Percolator: The first detection of a molecule in another galaxy56:05 - Chalkboard Grab & Go summaries for you this week are on our website: coffee.astrochem.net.Wonju's Paper: https://www.aanda.org/articles/aa/full_html/2025/02/aa51998-24/aa51998-24.htmlPercolator Paper: https://articles.adsabs.harvard.edu/pdf/1971ApJ...167L..47WChalkboard this month has Jobs + Conferences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Date: October 26, 2023Subject: Review of the Rendlesham Forest Incident, December 1980Sources: 20150511-FOI2015-03810-Rendlesham-Redacted-Final-Response.pdf, 810113_Halt_Memo.pdf, Encounter in Rendlesham Forest (Nick Pope, 2016), Wikipedia, You Can’t Tell the People (Georgina Bruni)Executive Summary:The Rendlesham Forest incident, unfolding near RAF Bentwaters and RAF Woodbridge in Suffolk, England, in late December 1980, ranks among the most famous and debated UFO events. Military personnel reported unusual lights and a metallic object in the forest, sparking investigations and conflicting narratives. Lt. Col. Charles Halt’s memo to the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and his live audio recordings anchor the case. Theories range from extraterrestrial activity to misidentified phenomena or a hoax, amplified by the bases’ rumored nuclear weapons and defense implications.Key Themes and Ideas: Initial Sightings: On December 26, 1980, security police at RAF Bentwaters/Woodbridge spotted odd lights in Rendlesham Forest. Reports persisted over subsequent nights, with witnesses describing a bright object and erratic, colorful lights. Halt’s Investigation: On December 28, Deputy Base Commander Lt. Col. Charles Halt led a team into the forest. Armed with a Geiger counter and recorder, they noted three ground indentations and flickering lights. His memo to the MoD, possibly sent without approval, detailed this: "That memo should never have been sent. If I had known about it, I would have tried to retract it." Radiation Readings: Using an AN/PDR-27 meter, Halt’s team recorded 0.07 milliroentgens per hour in the depressions—higher than the 0.03-0.04 background levels, though not dangerous. Halt noted, "We’re still comfortably safe here." Debate lingers over their significance. Physical Evidence: Three indentations formed a triangle, and nearby trees showed abrasions and sap marks facing the center. Englund said, “Each one of these trees that face into the blast—what we assume is a landing site—all have an abrasion facing in the same direction…” Samples were collected. Lights and Object: Witnesses saw a metallic object and lights like “an eye winking at you” (Halt) or “half-moon shapes dancing about with coloured lights,” shifting to “full circles” as if eclipsed. MoD Response: The MoD downplayed it as “unexplained lights” of “no defense significance,” adhering to their “neither confirm nor deny” nuclear weapons policy. Nick Pope, ex-MoD, later highlighted its importance. Parliamentary questions probed possible Porton Down involvement. Skeptical Views: Explanations include misidentified stars, the Orford Ness lighthouse, or a hoax. Ian Ridpath’s analysis leans on natural sources. Nuclear Context: With possible nuclear weapons at the bases, some tie the event to security breaches, though the NCND policy obscures clarity. Witness Variability: Accounts differ, some evolving over time. Speculation of sodium Pentothal use suggests memory manipulation: “It can work alongside hypnosis by suppressing or implanting information…” UFO Trail: A tourist trail now marks the site, boosting its cultural footprint.Quotes: Halt: “3.05: We see strange…strobe-like flashes…there’s definitely something there, some kind of phenomena.” Englund: “…all have an abrasion facing in the same direction toward the center…” Bruni (quoting Lord Hill-Norton): “These events alone…contradict any idea that UFOs are of ‘no defence significance’…” Gen. Gordon Williams: “This is a tender area…the ‘neither confirm nor deny’ policy has stood up well.”Conclusion:The Rendlesham Forest incident defies resolution, blending compelling evidence with skepticism. Its legacy endures in UFO lore, driven by unanswered questions about military secrecy, physical traces, and what transpired in December 1980

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Tis' the season to be fringey! In this festive episode, we unwrap the most bizarre and hilarious holiday stories that are sure to make your sleigh bells ring. First, we tackle the out-of-this-world increase in UFO sightings around Christmas—are aliens joining in on the holiday cheer, or just looking for some eggnog?Next, we dive into the ever-evolving Christmas traditions of the royals. From corgis in Christmas sweaters to royal holiday quirks, it’s a royal treat you won't want to miss.(we don't actually talk about either of those things)But wait, there's myrrh! We discuss the sneaky burglars who are decking the halls with garden gnomes to suss out who’s home for the holidays. Talk about a gnome-man’s land!And finally, we bring you the tale of AI Jesus—because nothing says Christmas like a digital deity. Happy Holidays, xoxo Journey to the Fringe

Our final episode of 2024 is a SUPERMASSIVE Q&A.  Izzie Clarke, Dr Becky Smethurst and Dr Robert Massey make their way through your questions.  What’s the farthest star we can see with the naked eye? Why do black holes expand and shrink? And what would happen if we accelerated an uncompressed medium sized potato to 99% the speed of light?  And remember, do not confuse the ISS with Santa's Sleigh in the run up to Christmas. To avoid any confusion, find out when the ISS is flying over your home using https://spotthestation.nasa.gov/home.cfm If you have any questions for a future episode, email podcast@ras.ac.uk or find us on instagram @SupermassivePod. And thank you to anyone who has listened or reviewed the podcast this year, we really appreciate it.  The Supermassive Podcast is a Boffin Media production. The producers are Izzie Clarke and Richard Hollingham.