Star Stuff is an astronomy podcast from Lowell Observatory. Hosts explore fascinating and extreme parts of the universe, including black holes and the work of scientists who study them. Episodes aim to make cosmic science accessible and engaging for general audiences.
Episodes
Appreciating the Magic with Steve Smith
Steve Smith has flown four Space Shuttle missions and logged seven spacewalks, including five to repair the Hubble Space Telescope and two to help build the International Space Station. Beyond the launchpad, his career has taken him from diplomacy to the tech industry to the keynote stage.
In this episode of Star Stuff, Steve sits down with historian Kevin Schindler and Lowell astronomer Dr. Kyler
Saving the World with Dr. Ed Lu
Astronaut Dr. Ed Lu has flown the space shuttle, lived on the International Space Station, and helped build Google Maps. Now, he and his team at B612’s Asteroid Institute are working to create a map of the solar system.
In this episode of Star Stuff, Ed joins Lowell astronomer Dr. Nick Moskovitz and historian Kevin Schindler to discuss how a small engineering team is developing tools to turn vast
Crew Members of Spaceship Earth with Nicole Stott
Astronaut Nicole Stott has spent 104 days in space, orbited Earth over 1,600 times, and even painted with watercolors aboard the International Space Station. In this episode of Star Stuff, Stott reflects on why she believes we’re all crew members of Spaceship Earth, how art became part of her work in orbit, and what she’s watching for as NASA’s Artemis missions push us back towar
Planetary Defense with Rusty Schweickart
In this episode of Star Stuff, retired NASA astronaut and B612 Foundation co-founder Rusty Schweickart joins Lowell Mission Scientist Dr. Melodie Kao and Lowell Historian Kevin Schindler to explore a question with no borders: how do you unite a divided world against a threat that could strike anyone, anywhere?
Introducing Star Stuff: A Space Poddity
This is an intro to our new podcast, Star Stuff. Our first episode will be published on January 4, 2022, and will air weekly every Tuesday. Send questions, topic suggestions, corrections, or notes to info@lowell.edu or tweet us at @lowellobs. Subscribe between now and January 4, 2022, to get a special gift from our Star Stuff crew! Show us proof of your subscription to Star Stuff by tagging us in
Black Holes, Spacetime, and Bread
"Star Stuff Episode 01: Black Holes, Spacetime, and Bread" is now available wherever you get your podcasts! Listen in as Cody Half-Moon, Hailey Osborn, and Wesley Sonnemaker discuss how black holes affect our universe, the fabric of spacetime, and how it all relates to a bowling ball, a ping pong ball, and bread.
A Case For The Sky Egg
Cody Half-Moon, Madi Mooney, and guest John Compton discuss the Moon. John's background of geology and theoretical physics (or, as he says, he's just "theoretically a physicist") mixed with the celestial excitement from our resident goth, Madi, make for a fascinating discussion about the Moon's history, its lore, and... various cycles.
The Secrets of Lowell Observatory
Star Stuff – Episode 03: “The Secrets of Lowell Observatory”
Star Stuff discusses the “Secrets of Lowell” — all the best stories and lore you wouldn’t normally hear on a public tour of the campus. Hear about the 11-year-old girl who named Pluto, the stories surrounding our founder’s mausoleum, and the discovery of Pluto and dark matter.
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What Would “Armageddon” Really Be Like?
Star Stuff discusses “Armageddon” — the movie from 1998 and a potential real-life asteroid that could hypothetically threaten Earth. Learn what a life-threatening asteroid may actually look like, what perfect conditions would need to exist, and how sailing could save the world.
This episode was made possible by Lowell Observatory’s members and donors.
“My Other Vehicle Explored Pluto” – We Talk To Dr. Alan Stern
Famous engineer and planetary scientist Dr. Alan Stern joins the Star Stuff crew to share his experience leading the New Horizons mission to Pluto and beyond. Listen as we discuss why Dr. Stern considers Pluto to indeed be a planet based on his coined definition of the “Star Trek Test.”
The Adventures of a Shadow Chaser and Asteroid Hunter: We Talk to Dr. Cathy Olkin
In Episode 6 of Star Stuff, we sit down with famous planetary scientist Dr. Cathy Olkin, who has done everything from chasing occultations of Pluto in Switzerland to chasing Trojan Asteroids as the Deputy Principal Investigator of the Lucy Mission. Join the Star Stuff crew as we delve into her stories of incredible adventures and space exploration.
This podcast is a part of our celebration of t
The Real Indiana Jones: We Talk to Dr. Johanson, the Lucy Discoverer
Hear about Dr. Donald Johanson — the man who traversed Africa in his late 20s, slept with the lions, narrowly escaped helicopter crashes and a bout of Malaria, and through it all discovered the Lucy hominid fossil. This real-life Indiana Jones shares his incredible stories and discoveries with the Star Stuff crew, ahead of his appearance in Flagstaff at The Orpheum for Lowell Observatory's "Night
Clyde Tombaugh, From The Eyes of His Son: We Talk to Alden Tombaugh
Historians, gather ’round! In this episode of Star Stuff, the crew sits down with Alden Tombaugh and discuss his father, Clyde Tombaugh, and what it was like being the son of the man who discovered Pluto. We talk about his father’s early life, crow puns, Clyde’s favorite planet (spoilers: it wasn’t Pluto!), and why Alden pursued a career outside of astronomy.
Star Stuff is made possible by Lowe
Life On Other Planets, In Art And In Our Universe: We Talk to Dr. Dan Durda
In this episode of Star Stuff, the crew talks to Dr. Dan Durda about his art, his research, and life on other planets. Dr. Dan Durda has a biography that is too long for our character count in this description, but in summary he is an astronomer, artist, and the 2015 recipient of the “Carl Sagan Medal” for excellence in public communication in planetary science. We talk about his interest in astro
Capturing Dark Energy On Camera: We Talk to Dr. Kyler Kuehn
Hear from Lowell Observatory Cosmologist Dr. Kyler Kuehn about his project to capture Dark Energy “on camera.” We do a deep dive on what Dark Energy is and how it differs from Dark Matter. Also, find out what StarBugs are!
Life on Mars (Human and … Otherwise)
On this episode of Star Stuff, the crew and Lowell Cosmologist Dr. Kyler Kuehn sits down with Dr. Roedolph Opperman to talk about what life in outer space may look like — and what NASA is really looking for on Mars.
Star Stories (The Constellations Of Spring)
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about what constellations are in the Northern Hemisphere's night sky right now, how to find them, and their stories throughout cultures around the world. In this episode: Ursa Major, Boötes, Virgo, Corvus, Leo, Coma Berenices, Cancer, and Gemini.
The Life of Stars: We Talk to Lowell Astronomer Gerard van Belle
Star Stuff sits down with Lowell Astronomer Dr. Gerard van Belle to talk about the life cycle of stars. Find out why Gerard lovingly refers to our sun as a "lump of screaming plasma" and how a star can to turn into a black hole.
The $10 Billion Origami Project: We Review the Basics of the James Webb Space Telescope
Join the Star Stuff Crew as we talk about the basics of the James Webb Space Telescope, including what it will help us discover, why it took so long to launch, what happened when we accidentally dropped it, and why Wesley called it a "very expensive paper crane."
What Does It Mean To Imagine? We Talk To Ed Finn of ASU’s Center for Science and the Imagination
Star Stuff joins Todd Gonzales (Lowell Education Manager) and Ed Finn of ASU's Center for Science and the Imagination to talk about what it means to imagine, and how we may imagine a better future for our species. Listen as we explore ideas about how imagining the future of space exploration may help change our future for the better. Ed Finn is the featured speaker for the April 16 special event i
Comets, Asteroids, and Centaurs
A comet, an asteroid, and a centaur walk into a bar(red spiral galaxy)... If you want to be cool and get this joke, listen in on this episode of Star Stuff—we'll let you know what these celestial objects are, what we consider to be the best sci-fi movie, and if organic life could live frozen on an interstellar comet.
Exploring Dark Skies with Grand Canyon “Dark Sky Ranger” Rader Lane
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk to Grand Canyon “Dark Sky Ranger” Rader Lane about International Dark Sky Week (April 22 - 30) and how our neighbors at the Grand Canyon got their park named the first ever “International Dark Sky National Park.” Located just 80 miles north of Lowell Observatory, the Grand Canyon shares Flagstaff, Arizona’s enjoyment of incredible dark skies — but they worked
Sol’s Planets – We Talk To Two Lowell Planetary Scientists
In this episode of Star Stuff, the crew talks all about planets with two of Lowell’s planetary scientists, Dr. Amanda Bosh and Dr. Jennifer Hanley. Learn about our solar system’s big gassy planets, which moons we are researching that have the potential to support human life, and other mind-bending space facts.
The Total Lunar Eclipse: Myth, Lore, and History
Learn about how eclipses have been represented in history and in lore, and find out some fun facts about the moon.
Uncovering 50-Year-Old Moon Rock: We Talk to Dr. Chip Shearer
In this episode of Star Stuff, Dr. Chip Shearer talks about his project with NASA to finally open a capsule of Moon rock collected in the early 1970s during the Apollo missions. We also discuss the "dark" side of the moon, what kind of rock makes up the Moon, and why NASA is interested in Moon core samples. Also, we decide the best way to pronounce the word "magma."
The Career Path of an Astronomer
Star Stuff chats with Lowell research scientists Dr. Joe Llama and Dr. Kyler Kuehn about how they got into astronomy, where their studies took them, and why they didn't like math in school but majored in science. They also chat about how they got interested in their current studies: searching for exoplanets that could contain intelligent life and dark energy studies. Recorded on Mars Hill in Flags
The Sound of Science in Movies: We Review Sci-Fi Scores
Star Stuff is joined by Nate Nise, Kevin White, and Dr. Scott Barrows of Lowell Observatory to talk about a few of our favorite sci-fi scores. To listen along with us, head to our discord where we have links to these scores, all of which are available on YouTube, and listen along with us!
Finding Your Unicorn Career in STEM: We Talk To Alaina Levine
Star Stuff sits down with Alaina Levine, an award-winning professional speaker, STEM career coach, science writer, TEDX speaker, and entrepreneur. Hear directly from Alaina how you can create your perfect career in STEM -- and it isn't always through the traditional educational track. We have a direct and honest conversation about complicated and difficult-to-navigate educational environments, the
Car Trouble and the Rings of Uranus
Star Stuff sits down with Lowell astronomer Dr. Larry Wasserman to hear about his amazing discovery of Uranus' rings, and how running low on gas almost changed the course of his prolific career.
The Lowell Iceberg: Strange Sightings, Observatory Lore, and Clown Man
The Star Stuff crew goes through the Lowell Iceberg, created and explained by Lowell educators Hannah Zigo and Jacob Irish. We go through each layer of our Lowell Iceberg, starting with the relatively known to the weird and obscure stories at Lowell Observatory. Join our Discord to see the Lowell Iceberg and to keep up-to-date on everything else happening on Mars Hill!
Talking With Grown-Ups About Pluto (And Other Fun Controversies) | We Talk To Dean Regas
Star Stuff hangs out with public speaker, author, television host, and astronomer Dean Regas in the Clyde Tombaugh apartment, where they talk about distant worlds, burning controversies, and the delicate art of talking to grownups about Pluto. Check out Dean Regas' new book, "How to Teach Grown-ups About Pluto," and don't miss his NPR podcast "Looking Up!"
Star Stories (the Constellations of Summer)
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about what constellations are in the Northern Hemisphere’s night sky right now, how to find them, and their stories throughout ancient cultures. In this episode: Scorpius, The Summer Triangle, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Ophiuchus.
How The James Webb Space Telescope Will Change The Way We Look At The Cosmos
In this very special episode of Star Stuff, our hosts sit down with NAU assistant professor Dr. Cristina Thomas to discuss the ways in which the James Webb Space Telescope will alter our perception of the cosmos forever. As a major contributor to the JWST mission, Dr. Thomas brings some insider insight to what we can look forward to in not just the JWST's future, but in the future of space travel
Astronomy in Poetry with Author Julie Swarstad Johnson
Star Stuff geeks out with poet Julie Swarstad Johnson, who recently served as Lowell Observatory's Poet In Residence. Tune in to hear them discuss Julie’s work, how astronomy inspires her poetry, the works she has completed, and her recent publication, Beyond Earth’s Edge: The Poetry of Spaceflight.
The Art of the Night Sky – We Talk to “NightVisions” Artist Arline Martens and Exhibit Co-Creator Chris Luginbuhl
Star Stuff sits down with fiber artist Arline Martens and the principal of Dark Sky Partners Chris Luginbuhl to talk about their experience with astronomical art, and discuss how closely the arts and astronomy are connected. Experience the NightVisions Art Exhibit at the Coconino Center for the Arts in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Saturn Opposition: What It Means and Why It’s So Cool
Learn exactly it means for a planet to be in opposition, and what is so cool about Saturn and its moons. Don't miss the Saturn Opposition on August 14, and enjoy Saturn at its biggest and brightest for a few weeks around its opposition!
The Path of a Female Scientist
Cody and Hailey meet up with Dr. Catherine Clark and Dr. Lauren Biddle (two newly-minted PhD's!) to discuss what inspires them, hurdles they've faced as women in STEM, what it takes to become a female scientist, and more.
Guess That Sci-Fi Movie: We Play A Podcast Game
No Earth. His best friend is a cockroach. Can you guess the sci-fi movie? Play along on this episode of Star Stuff and see how many you can guess!
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir: An Astronomer’s Review
Enjoy this full book review of Andy Weir’s incredible sci-fi novel Project Hail Mary — from astronomers here at our world-famous observatory! Listen to our scientists Dr. Kaspar von Braun, Dr. Catherine Clark, and educator Claire Gibson talk in depth about their reactions to this sci-fi book. [SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE.] Buy Project Hail Mary on Andy Weir's website at andyweirauthor.com.
Academic Burnout
The Star Stuff crew sits down to discuss what it’s like to be a student in modern university structures, including the pressure that students (especially women) face in STEM majors.
Dr. Vera Rubin: Discoveries, Stories, and Good Memories
In this episode of Star Stuff, Cody and Hailey chat with Dr. Alycia Weinberger and Dr. Kaspar von Braun about American astronomer Dr. Vera Rubin. They discuss her life and career, as well as stories from time spent working with her.
Asteroids: How Love, Fear, and Greed Will Determine Our Future in Space
In this episode of Star Stuff, Cody, Hailey, and Harvard astrophysicist Dr. Martin Elvis talk about quasars, black holes, asteroids, and Dr. Elvis' book Asteroids: How Love, Fear, and Greed Will Determine Our Future in Space.
Throwing DARTs: Exploring NASA’s Planetary Defense Mission
In this episode of Star Stuff, Cody, Hailey, Lowell Astronomer Dr. Nick Moskovitz, and DART Team Lead Dr. Cristina Thomas will discuss the ins and outs of NASA's Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission.
When Black Holes Collide
Learn about colliding black holes with CASA postdoctoral research associate Dr. Scott Barrows and Lowell Observatory astronomer Dr. Jennifer Hanley.
How Would You Remember The Stars? | We Talk to Rader Lane, Dark Sky Ranger at Grand Canyon National Park
Star Stuff meets again with fan-favorite Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane of the Grand Canyon National Park to talk about how Rader combines dark skies and creative inspirations to produce award-winning art through a series of interactive and immersive videos.
Debating Space Conspiracy Theories
Is NASA real? Is the Earth flat? In this episode of Star Stuff, Cody and Hailey chat with John Compton about space-related conspiracy theories and how they don't hold up to the science.
Searching for New Worlds with Jake Clark
On this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey and Madi sit down with 2020 Fullbright Future Scholar, astronomy PhD candidate, and freelance science communicator Jake Clark to discuss distant worlds, teenage alien joyrides, and much more.
We Got Astronomers to Review ‘The Thing’
In this episode of Star Stuff, Cody and Hailey hear from astronomers Dr. Kyler Kuehn and Dr. Teddy Kareta as they give their scientific perspectives on the classic horror/sci-fi film The Thing (1982)!
The Fear and Beauty of the Night: We Talk to Grand Canyon’s Astronomer in Residence Lauren Camp
In this episode of Star Stuff, we chat with poet Lauren Camp about her experience as the Grand Canyon's astronomer in residence and how the park's dark skies influenced her poetry.
‘Oumuamua: The Extrasolar Asteroid… Or Alien Craft
In this Episode of Star Stuff, Cody and Hailey chat with astrophysicist and returning guest Dr. Martin Elvis about 'Oumuamua, an interstellar object with unknown origins. Is it a space rock? Or something beyond our wildest imaginations?
The Modern Hunt for Aliens: What Is Astrobiology?
In this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey chats with astrobiologist Dr. Bonnie Baxter and Lowell Public Program Educator Juan Ruiz about astrobiology. How did they get into the field? What might life look like on other planets? What do Mars and the Great Salt Lake have in common?
Arecibo Observatory: A Message To The Unknown
In this episode of Star Stuff, we chat with Bradly Rivera, the Elementary School Division Head and STEM Program Lead at Arecibo Observatory’s STAR Academy. Learn all about the incredible Arecibo Message sent by Arecibo Observatory in 1974, what the message entailed, and what they were hoping to accomplish. They also talk about the STAR Academy program, what it entails, and how it's helping student
Tales from the Drinking Horn: We Talk Norse Mythology with the Meadcast
Grab a horn-full of your favorite beverage and get ready for a crossover of mythic proportions! In this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey and John discuss Norse mythology with Nick Irvine and Evan Anderson of the Drinking Horn Meadcast.
Fostering Education Resources in Communities
In this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey chats with Lowell Early Education Supervisor, Kelly Ferguson, and CEO of Flagstaff local business Quality Connections, Armando Bernasconi. Kelly talks about how Lowell's education programs help kids get into STEM and Armando talks about how Evergreen Academy Preschool helps kids become successful learners and members of our community.
How Realistic Were These Popular Sci-Fi Movies? A Scientist’s Review
Listen in as Lowell Observatory Educators Hailey Osborn and Matt Lydy discuss some of the most popular sci-fi movies, from 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) to Passengers (2016). Learn their hot scientific takes on these films, and what the plot may have actually been like if the storylines were real.
Learning Science Through Historic Literature
You've heard the Greek myths about how the constellations formed, but what about the stories of other cultures? In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with cultural astronomer Dr. Danielle Adams to discuss the lesser-known stories of the Arabian night sky.
Season 1 Finale: What We Learned On Season 1
That's a wrap on Star Stuff Season 1! In this episode, we reminisce with Star Stuff crew members, Madi Mooney, Nate Nise, and John Compton, about their favorite episodes from the past year and what they learned while working on the show. Get ready for Season 2, premiering in January 2023 in all new video format on YouTube! But don't worry, we'll still be on all your favorite streaming platforms. T
Seeing The Unseen: We Talk About Spectroscopy
Welcome to Star Stuff Season 2, now also in video format on YouTube! How do scientists study light? In this episode, we talk about the various types of spectroscopy and how they’re used in different fields, from astronomy to art history.
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Beyond The Event Horizon: We Talk About Black Holes
Wormholes? Time travel? Alternate universes? In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about black holes, the different types of black holes, and the bizarre implications of their existence.
From The Farm To The Stars: We Talk About Clyde Tombaugh
A telescope made out of farming equipment? Discovering Pluto? In this episode of Star Stuff, Hailey sits down with Lowell historian Kevin Schindler to talk about the man who discovered Pluto, Clyde Tombaugh.
The Math of the Universe & Elements of Awe with Astronomer Dr. Daniel Fleisch
Star Stuff sits down for a chat with astronomer Dr. Daniel Fleisch, who served as Astronomer in Residence at Grand Canyon National Park in December 2022. They discuss his time at one of the world's greatest natural wonders, as well as the math of the universe and the awe it inspires.
Exploring the Drake Equation: We Talk About Aliens
Are we running through the six with our woes.... alone? The Drake Equation says no. On this episode of Star Stuff, our fearless hosts delve into a probabilistic argument created by Dr. Frank Drake in 1961, used to estimate the number of active, communicative extraterrestrial civilizations in the Milky Way Galaxy.
Let’s Take A (Conversational) Look at the Sun – We Talk to Dr. Jeff Hall
The Star Stuff crew sits down with solar astronomer and Lowell Observatory Executive Director, Dr. Jeff Hall, to talk about a seriously hot topic: the Sun! Jeff tells us about the Sun's life cycle and what it can teach us about other stars.
Star Stuff Podcast Nominated for a 2023 Viola Awards
Creative Flagstaff's 15th annual Viola Awards are set to take place at the historic Orpheum Theater on April 1, 2023. This award ceremony aims to celebrate creative excellence in the Flagstaff community, including art, music, architecture, and much more. This year, the Violas will recognize 49 finalists across 11 categories. We are over the Moon to announce that Lowell Observatory's very own podca
What Is Life?
What is life? In this episode of Star Stuff, our hosts discuss what it means to be alive on Earth and beyond.
Capturing The Cosmos: We Talk About Astrophotography
In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with Lowell educator, Gavin Moriarty, to talk about the basics of astrophotography and how you can get started in the craft.
What Is Life Really Like In Space? – We Talk To Astronaut Nicole Stott
Ever wondered what it's like to live in space? Star Stuff sits down with Astronaut Nicole Stott to ask the important questions, from how living in space affected her art, how she helped so many through her adventures, and also what it's like to pee in space. Find it all in this episode, and buy her book at nicolestott.com.
Apollo Astronauts At The Grand Canyon? We Talk To Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane
Filmed at the Grand Canyon! This episode features audience favorite Dark Sky Ranger Rader Lane to discuss the Astronomer in Residence program at the Grand Canyon with the Astronomer in Residence for May 2023... our very own Kevin Schindler! Learn about what research Kevin is doing from the Grand Canyon about the Apollo astronauts and the training they did in the canyon ahead of their Lunar Landing
What Astronomers Do In The Dark
In this episode of Star Stuff, astronomers Dr. Gerard van Belle and Dr. David Ciardi take us on a behind-the-scenes journey through a night of observing, from the movies they watch to pass the time to terrifying close calls.
Theories of the Universe Part 1
String Theory? Braneworld? In this episode of Star Stuff, we discuss some of the most mind-blowing theories of how our universe works. Stay tuned for Part 2!
Theories of the Universe Part 2
Multiverse? Simulation? In this episode of Star Stuff, we discuss even more of the most mind-blowing theories of how our universe works.
Making Science Accessible
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk to University of Denver professor and astronomer, Dr. Jennifer Hoffman, about making science more accessible. To learn more about DU SciTech Summer Camp, visit science.du.edu/du-sci-tech.
Making an Impact
Learn about a 50,000-year-old Meteor Crater from the man who runs the crater business here in Flagstaff, Arizona. In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with Matthew Kent, President and CEO of Meteor Crater Enterprises, to talk about all of the exciting things going on surrounding Meteor Crater and Planet Science, as well as the importance of keeping people connected to science.
Choosing Between Sciences and Humanities: We Talk to Journalist Melissa Sevigny
In this episode of Star Stuff, we sit down with journalist Melissa Sevigny to talk about her career, choosing between different paths, and her newest book, “Brave the Wild River.” Learn more about Melissa at melissasevigny.com.
The Life and Times of Percival Lowell
The man, the myth, the founder. In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about how Percival Lowell made history by founding Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona and how he was one of the first popularized alien hunters in astronomy.
Life Beyond Our Solar System
In this episode of Star Stuff, we talk about aliens. Again. Join Cody Half-Moon and returning guest Dean Regas as they discuss upcoming solar eclipses, the possibility of life beyond our solar system, and Dean's new book “1000 Facts About Space."
Bringing Astronomy to the People
In this episode of Star Stuff, Kevin Schindler is joined by special guest Eric Edelman, the director of the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium in Prescott, AZ. Kevin and Eric discuss Lowell's new partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautics Academy, what it takes to bring the dream of a planetarium to life, and the importance of making astronomy education accessible to everyone.
How the Earth Formed
In this episode of Star Stuff, join Cody Half-Moon and geologist John Compton as they discuss the mind-blowing process of our planet's formation over 4.6 billion years ago.
A Moving Portrait
In this episode of Star Stuff, Lowell Historian Kevin Schindler and astronomer Gerard van Belle sit down for a chat with German artist Ulrike Arnold, the subject of the feature-length documentary Dialogue Earth. They discuss Ulrike's artistic process, the intersection of science and art, the importance of protecting our Earth, and more.
Reconciling Religion and Astronomy
An atheist, a catholic, and an agnostic walk into a podcast recording room... and have an incredible conversation about how science and astronomy inform religious perspectives! Inspired by Dr. Kyler Kuehn, a Lowell astronomer and scientific consultant for the Clergy Letter Project, and featuring Lowell Astronomer Dr. Michael West, this episode explores the compatibility between religion and scienc
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