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Scientists in the past few decades have made crucial discoveries about how our cosmos evolved over the past 13.8 billion years. But there remains a critical gap in our knowledge: We still know very little about what happened in the first seconds after the Big Bang. At the Edge of Time focuses on what we have recently learned and are still striving to understand about this most essential and mysterious period of time at the beginning of cosmic history.

In Three Roads to Quantum Gravity, Lee Smolin provides an accessible overview of the attempts to build a final "theory of everything." He explains in simple terms what scientists are talking about when they say the world is made from exotic entities such as loops, strings, and black holes and tells the fascinating stories behind these discoveries: the rivalries, epiphanies, and intrigues he witnessed firsthand.

Generally, we at Short Wave are open-minded to the creepies and the crawlies, but even we must admit that leeches are already the stuff of nightmares. They lurk in water. They drink blood. There are over 800 different species of them. And now, as scientists have confirmed ... at least some of them can jump!Interested in more critter science? Email us at shortwave@npr.org — we'd love to consider your animal of choice for a future episode!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Host | Matthew S WilliamsOn ITSPmagazine 👉 https://itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/matthew-s-williams______________________This Episode’s SponsorsAre you interested in sponsoring an ITSPmagazine Channel?👉 https://www.itspmagazine.com/sponsor-the-itspmagazine-podcast-network______________________Episode NotesCould the reason we haven't found evidence of extraterrestrial life be that water is too abundant on some worlds? This is the essence of the Waterworlds Hypothesis, which tells us that rocky planets with the right balance of continents and oceans could be rare.__...

Clara's information can be found here:https://www.claracapano.com/homeclara@claracapano.com *** As always, please like, subscribe and visit www.stephmahony.com/theblueprint to learn more about Your Million Dollar Life!! ***Episode Summary:In this episode, host Steph Mahony and guest Clara Capano discuss how to get unstuck by transforming confusion into clarity. Clara introduces her method called the Clarity Factor, which consists of seven steps: clarity of vision, leveraging time, taking action, rest and recovery, articulating value, tracking and measuring, and celebrating. They emphasize the ...

This episode is brought to you with the support of Incogni...secure your information online with the help of Incogni. To check out our special deal visit www.incogni.com/spacenuts.Space Nuts Q&A: Gravitons, Dark Matter Twins, and Time Dilation MysteriesJoin Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson in this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, where they tackle listener questions about some of the most intriguing concepts in the universe.Episode Highlights:- Gravitons and Gravity: Gus from Issaquah, Washington, poses a thought-provoking question about the relationship between energy, mass, and ...

OTD:In 1030, the Battle of Stiklestad in Norway saw King Olaf II killed while trying to reclaim his throne and consolidate Christianity, leading to his canonization and becoming a symbol of Norwegian national identity.In 1907, Pablo Picasso completed "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" in Paris, marking a radical departure from traditional Western art and paving the way for Cubism, revolutionizing the art world.In 1954, the first Indochina War ended with the signing of the Geneva Accords in Switzerland, temporarily dividing Vietnam and setting the stage for the Vietnam War, while ending French ...

Join Jordan and Kit for the final episode of season 2 where they explore the science and mythology of auroras (Borealis and Australis)! Episode transcripts: https://www.starrytimepodcast.com/episode-transcripts.html Website: http://www.starrytimepodcast.com/ Socials: https://universeodon.com/@starrytimepod Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:44 The Science of Auroras 09:22 Myths and Folklore of Auroras 13:46 Outro Keywords/Topics Covered: Aurora Borealis, Aurora Australis, Northern Lights, Southern Lights, Solar Wind, Magnetosphere, Coronal Mass Ejection, Solar Flare, Space Weather, Norse ...

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Fellow MUFON (Mutual UFO Network) member Sam Tourville Zooms in to join Matt and Doug as he discusses his incredible personal outlook and experiences of the paranormal kind.

Join us for SpaceTime Series 27 Episode 91, where we delve into the latest cosmic events and advancements in space exploration.- Starliner's Stranded Crew: There's still no return date for Boeing's trouble-plagued Starliner spacecraft, which remains docked at the International Space Station. Helium leaks and faulty thrusters have turned what was meant to be an eight-day mission into a seven-week marathon.- Curiosity's Stunning Discovery: NASA's Mars Curiosity rover has discovered rocks made of pure sulphur on the red planet. This unprecedented find has scientists excited and puzzled, as they ...

On July 29, 1958, NASA was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, marking a significant milestone in the history of space exploration and astronomy. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) was created to oversee the nation's civilian space program and to coordinate the efforts of the United States in the space race against the Soviet Union.The creation of NASA came in response to the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite, in October 1957. This event shocked the United States and sparked fears that the Soviets were pulling ahead in the race ...

Moiya tells Corinne about her favorite moon in the solar system, Uranus! They talk about Greek vs Roman gods, Shakespearean moons, and how the blue planet is just a sleepy girl. Messages Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!Listen to Join the Party every Tuesday Find Us Online Website: palebluepod.comPatreon: patreon.com/palebluepodTwitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePodInstagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.comHost Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.comEditor...

This week I have put together a compilation episode that hears from guests who have had alien abduction experiences. I find this aspect of the UFO phenomemnon particularly interesting and I hope you enjoy the episode.Below is info on how to find the guests' episodes and books. 1.Mike Clelland Episode 18 Book 'The Messengers: Owls, Synchronicity and the UFO Abductee'.Amazon link: https://tinyurl.com/3t74vjtb2. Tina Bird Episode 96Book 'The Bonded – The Truth About Alien Abduction'.Amazon link: https://amzn.to/4bSwmVa3. Paul Benton Episode 31Book 'My Life is a Mystery'.Amazon link: https://...

Welcome to Astronomy Daily, the podcast where we delve into the latest and greatest in space and astronomy. I'm your host, Steve Dunkley, and today we've got a stellar lineup of stories that will take you from Mars to the Moon and beyond. Let's dive into the cosmos.Perseverance's Potential Fossil Discovery: NASA's Perseverance rover has made a groundbreaking discovery on Mars, potentially unearthing microbe fossils in a rock named Chevre Falls. This could be the most compelling evidence yet of ancient life on the Red Planet.- Mercury's Diamond Mantle: New research suggests that Mercury may ...

האזינו לסיפור המדהים על פרויקט של סוכנות החלל הישראלית בשיתוף המשרד להגנת הסביבה, שהתחיל ביישובי עוטף עזה והולך להשפיע על החיים של כולנו, עם איתור נקודות אסבסט מהחלל ועוד. בנוסף, בר חיון ועודד כרמלי מדברים על כמה דברים שנוכל לראות בשמיים, החל ממעברים יפים של תחנת החלל הבינלאומית בימים הקרובים, דרך מטר הפרסאידים באוגוסט, ועד ...

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Star Catcher outlines a world-first space-based energy grid. The JUICE probe attempts a daring manoeuvre on its way to Jupiter. Plus, witness the awe-inspiring power of the Park fire captured from space. Also, the International Space Station crew celebrates the start of the Paris Olympics in zero gravity. Sources: https://newatlas.com/energy/world-first-space-based-energy-grid-star-catcher/ https://cosmosmagazine.com/space/exploration/juice-jupiter-slingshot/ https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-07-28/satellite-video-park-fire-burning-from-space https://www.yahoo.com/news/...

NASA rover finds 'possible signs of life' on Mars. A lizard-inspired robot could revolutionize Mars exploration. Join us as we delve into the groundbreaking discovery of possible ancient life on Mars and the exciting potential of a legged robot to overcome the challenges of Martian terrain. This captivating episode will captivate our viewers with the mysteries of Mars and the innovative technologies shaping the future of space exploration. Sources: https://www.news.com.au/technology/science/space/nasa-rover-finds-possible-signs-of-life-on-mars/news-story/3ab58e836fd06f664abe42a909dc4cef https:...

Host Dave Schlom visits with Dr. David Ebert, one of the world's foremost experts on sharks. Dave is the Director of the Pacific Shark Research Center at San Jose State University's Moss Landing Marine Laboratories.