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The Curious Cosmos with Derrick Pitts

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  • Are you curious about the stars? Dive deeper than ever before with Derrick Pitts, The Franklin Institute's popular Chief Astronomer, as he takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of space. But this isn't just about distant galaxies and rocket science. This podcast brings to light the personal stories, dreams, and challenges of those who dedicate their lives to understanding and exploring the cosmos—from astronomers to educators, engineers to storytellers. Enhanced by immersive sound design, and anchored by Derrick's captivating energy, you'll be transported into the lives of the passionate individuals who truly shape our understanding of space. For a podcast that marries wonder, humanity, and the vastness of the universe, "The Curious Cosmos" is your next audio escape. Dive in and let your curiosity soar!
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Episodios
  • Brandon Burroughs: Real-Life Rocket Scientist!

    Brandon Burroughs: Real-Life Rocket Scientist!
    Nov 14 2023

    In this episode of The Curious Cosmos, join Derrick Pitts for an interview with real-life aerospace engineer Brandon Burroughs! Get the inside scoop on the building of the Space Launch System, learn how the rocket industry works, and discover what it's like to research, design, and build the tech that will bring humans deeper into space than ever before.

    Links for this episode:

    • Learn more about Brandon Burroughs and his work!
    • Learn more about the NASA's Space Launch System, which Brandon spent 5 years working on.
    • Explore NASA's Vehicle Assembly Building further, and get a sense of just how large a building they assemble rocket ships has to be!
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    35 m
  • Steve Russo and Sam Storch: Planetarium Magic

    Steve Russo and Sam Storch: Planetarium Magic
    Nov 7 2023

    Join Derrick Pitts and his long time friends and colleagues, Sam Storch and Steve Russo, as they bring you behind the scenes of the planetarium! Learn all about the history of planetariums, the many people and experiences they encountered over the course of their careers, and what makes planetariums such a special place for learning about the universe.

    Links for today's episode:

    • Learn more about the East Kentucky Science Center, where Steve fished his career and still volunteers
    • Learn more about the Hubble Planetarium, which Sam built and ran for many years at Murrow High School
    • And of course, check out the current offerings of the Fels Planetarium at The Franklin Institute, where Derrick spent his career.

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    43 m
  • Carter Emmart: Visualizing the Universe

    Carter Emmart: Visualizing the Universe
    Oct 31 2023

    Join Derrick Pitts for a conversation with Carter Emmert, head of astrovisualization at the American Museum of Natural History, to learn all about how data visualization can help us to see our universe in whole new ways!

    Links for today's episode:

    • Learn more about Carter Emmart and his work at the American Museum of Natural History
    • Explore the data visualization work being done by Carter's colleagues at Linköping University in Sweden
    • Learn more about OpenSpace, the open source data visualization of space Carter is working on
    • Dig around in Google Earth equipped with your new understanding of data visualization technology!
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    30 m
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