Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

Professor Fred Watson and Andrew Dunkley

Join Professor Fred Watson and Sci-Fi Author Andrew Dunkley on Space Nuts as they delve into astronomy, space travel, and cosmic mysteries. Explore groundbreaking discoveries and listener Q&A in captivating discussions. Follow us on social media to engage with our community!

Two episodes a week with news and explainer focused editions published on Thursday's and our Listener Q&A focused edition on Monday's.

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Yesterday · 41 min
SpaceX Tests Space-Ready Nuclear Power Using Tritium-Driven CubeSat
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Monday · 31 min
The Cosmic Q&A: Redshift, Dark Matter & the Shape of the Universe
Sponsor Link: NordVPN - Protect your online privacy with our special offer for Space Nuts listeners. Visit https://www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details. In this engaging Q&A episode of Space Nuts, join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as...
July 23 · 31 min
How Scientific Discoveries at Mars Are Bringing Us Closer to Detecting Alien Life
Discoveries on Mars, the Hubble Tension, and Dark Photons - Space Nuts Episode Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they explore the latest developments in space science—from evidence of complex organic molecules found by the Perseverance...
July 20 · 34 min
Galactic Queries: Black Hole Lifespans, Lunar Impacts & Sun-Seeking Missions
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July 16 · 40 min
The Black Hole Discovery Revealing the Loudest Gravitational Wave Ever Recorded
Sponsor Link: NordVPN...protect yourself and save with our specoial deal Visit https://www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts for details. Revealing the Secrets of Space and the Cosmos: Insights from Space Nuts Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as...
July 13 · 33 min
From Stopping Light to Space Junk — Your Questions Answered
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July 9 · 35 min
How SpaceX Breaks Satellite Records and What It Means for Earth Orbit Safety
Space Nuts Episode 641: Exploring SpaceX Milestones, Lunar Realities, and Particle Physics In this episode, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into recent breakthroughs in space technology, lunar surface understanding, and the physics of...
July 6 · 33 min
Cosmic Queries Unleashed: Gravitons, Expanding Universes & the Weight of Space Travel
Universe, and WeightlessnessIn this Q&A edition of Space Nuts, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle an array of intriguing listener questions that delve into the complexities of the universe. From the implications of an expanding...
July 2 · 35 min
The Pink, Salty Exoplanet — Could Humanity Travel to the Galaxy’s Most Colorful World?
Space Nuts Episode 369: Exploring Phobos, Pink Exoplanets, and Saving the SWIFT Observatory This episode dives into some of the most intriguing space stories, from the mysterious Martian moon Phobos and its peculiar orbit to the bizarre, salt-colored...
June 29 · 29 min
Unraveling Cosmic Mysteries: Big Rips, Neutron Collisions & Lunar Sunsets
In this episode of Space Nuts, join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they dive into a myriad of listener questions, exploring the cosmos with curiosity and humour. From the enigma of the Big Rip and the mysteries surrounding the universe's...
June 26 · 38 min
How Impact Craters Could Have Reversed Venus’s Rotation—The Surprising Science
In this episode of Space Nuts, Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson explore fascinating topics ranging from the mysterious double moon dust implications and Venus's unusual rotation to updated protocols for announcing extraterrestrial evidence....
June 22 · 30 min
Cosmic Queries: Weighty Matters, Stellar Ages & Moonless Earth Scenarios
Q&A Edition: Cosmic Curiosities and What-If Scenarios In this engaging episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a range of intriguing questions from our listeners. From the nuances of weight variations on Earth...
June 18 · 33 min
Cosmic Connections: Mapping Magnetic Fields, Dark Matter Mysteries & SpaceX's IPO Success
Join us as we delve into the latest space science stories, from the universe's most comprehensive magnetic map to the mysteries of black holes and dark matter. Our casual chat is packed with insights into ongoing research and space exploration plans,...
June 15 · 31 min
Stellar Q&A: Rusty Moons, Space Stations & What If Earth Disappeared?
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June 12 · 38 min
Space Chronicles: Blue Origin's Boom, The Case for Primordial Black Holes
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June 8 · 44 min
Interstellar Inquiries: Hot Jupiters, Rocket Fuel Solutions & Debunking the Artemis Conspiracy
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June 6 · 1 hr
Cosmic Life Hunt: Delving into Astrobiology Part 2 & the Quest for Extraterrestrial Existence
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June 1 · 39 min
Stellar Q&A: Unraveling Fusion Mysteries, Martian Caves & Solar Cycles
Sponsor Link: This episode of Space Nuts is brought to you by NordVPN, your trusted partner for online security. To access our exclusive offer, including four extra months for free, visit https://www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts. Cosmic Queries: Unraveling...
May 29 · 57 min
Exoplanet Expeditions: Discovering the Cosmic Diversity Beyond Our Solar System
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May 25 · 1 hr
Navigating Time, Saturn's Mysteries & Planetary Favourites | A Q&A Episode
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Space Nuts: Astronomy Insights & Cosmic Discoveries

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SpaceX Tests Space-Ready Nuclear Power Using Tritium-Driven CubeSat

The Cosmic Q&A: Redshift, Dark Matter & the Shape of the Universe

How Scientific Discoveries at Mars Are Bringing Us Closer to Detecting Alien Life

Galactic Queries: Black Hole Lifespans, Lunar Impacts & Sun-Seeking Missions

The Black Hole Discovery Revealing the Loudest Gravitational Wave Ever Recorded

From Stopping Light to Space Junk — Your Questions Answered

How SpaceX Breaks Satellite Records and What It Means for Earth Orbit Safety

Cosmic Queries Unleashed: Gravitons, Expanding Universes & the Weight of Space Travel

The Pink, Salty Exoplanet — Could Humanity Travel to the Galaxy’s Most Colorful World?

Unraveling Cosmic Mysteries: Big Rips, Neutron Collisions & Lunar Sunsets

How Impact Craters Could Have Reversed Venus’s Rotation—The Surprising Science

Cosmic Queries: Weighty Matters, Stellar Ages & Moonless Earth Scenarios

Cosmic Connections: Mapping Magnetic Fields, Dark Matter Mysteries & SpaceX's IPO Success

Stellar Q&A: Rusty Moons, Space Stations & What If Earth Disappeared?

Space Chronicles: Blue Origin's Boom, The Case for Primordial Black Holes

Interstellar Inquiries: Hot Jupiters, Rocket Fuel Solutions & Debunking the Artemis Conspiracy

Cosmic Life Hunt: Delving into Astrobiology Part 2 & the Quest for Extraterrestrial Existence

Stellar Q&A: Unraveling Fusion Mysteries, Martian Caves & Solar Cycles

Exoplanet Expeditions: Discovering the Cosmic Diversity Beyond Our Solar System

Navigating Time, Saturn's Mysteries & Planetary Favourites | A Q&A Episode