Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: Episode 8 July 2024Astronomy Daily - The PodcastWelcome again to Astronomy Daily. This is Steve, all the way from down under, Australia. We've got a couple of really interesting stories for you today, including some near-Earth asteroids and the intriguing concept of "Space War One." Let's dive into today's cosmic adventures.

- 00:00 - Steve Martin: Welcome back to Astronomy daily. This is Steve. So welcome aboard

- 01:16 - On July 9, Europe's new Ariane six heavy lift rocket will launch

- 02:59 - On July 21, July's full moon signals its rotation back to opposite

- 04:21 - NASA astronauts to return to Earth aboard Boeing Starliner after crew flight test

- 07:09 - NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near Earth asteroids

- 16:29 - David Ignatius explores potential national security threats posed by satellite based warfare

Episode HighlightsNear-Earth Asteroids Flyby: NASA's Goldstone planetary radar system recently recorded two near-Earth asteroids, providing valuable data for planetary defence and research.

Space War One: Explore the concept of "Space War One" and its implications for satellite-based warfare, particularly in the context of the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

India's Space Plane Tests: India has successfully completed tests on its reusable launch vehicle, bringing the country closer to operating such a vehicle within this decade.

SpaceX's Latest Developments: SpaceX is gearing up for its most ambitious crewed mission to date, including the company's first spacewalk-capable spacesuits.

Ariane Six Heavy Lift Rocket: Europe's new Ariane Six heavy lift rocket is set to launch for the first time on July 9, marking a significant milestone for the European Space Agency.

Upcoming Sky Events: July's full moon and the Alpha Capricornids meteor shower are set to dazzle sky watchers later this month.

NASA's Starliner Mission: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and SUNY Williams are set to return to Earth aboard Boeing's Starliner, wrapping up the spacecraft's crew flight test.

Steve's Birthday Surprise: Hallie surprises Steve with a birthday wish, adding a personal touch to this episode.

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