Astronomy Tonight
Astronomy Tonight: Your Daily Dose of Celestial Wonders
Welcome to "Astronomy Tonight," your go-to podcast for daily astronomy tidbits. Every evening, we explore the mysteries of the night sky, from the latest discoveries in our solar system to the farthest reaches of the universe. Whether you're an amateur stargazer or a seasoned astronomer, our bite-sized episodes are designed to educate and inspire. Tune in for captivating stories about stars, planets, galaxies, and cosmic phenomena, all explained in an easy-to-understand format. Don't miss out on your nightly journey through the cosmos—subscribe to "Astronomy Tonight" and let the stars guide your curiosity!
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- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 2 minutes
- Episodes
- 398
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
First Direct Exoplanet: A Cosmic Snapshot
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On this day, September 6th, back in 2008, the astronomy world was buzzing with excitement as the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope in Chile c…
On this day, September 6th, back in 2008, the astronomy world was buzzing with excitement as the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope in Chile c…
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Sat 06 Sep 2025
"Voyager 1: A Cosmic Journey Beyond the Solar System"
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On this day, September 5th, in the year 1977, we witnessed one of the most ambitious space exploration missions ever launched: Voyager 1. This intrepid spacecra…
On this day, September 5th, in the year 1977, we witnessed one of the most ambitious space exploration missions ever launched: Voyager 1. This intrepid spacecra…
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Fri 05 Sep 2025
Barnard's Cosmic Potato: Jupiter's Hidden Moon Revealed
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On September 4th, 1892, the astronomy world was rocked by a celestial surprise that had stargazers scratching their heads and astronomers burning the midnight o…
On September 4th, 1892, the astronomy world was rocked by a celestial surprise that had stargazers scratching their heads and astronomers burning the midnight o…
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Thu 04 Sep 2025
Viking 2: Pioneering Mars, Unveiling Cosmic Secrets
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On September 3rd, 1976, the Viking 2 spacecraft made history by successfully landing on Mars, becoming the second human-made object to touch down on the Red Pla…
On September 3rd, 1976, the Viking 2 spacecraft made history by successfully landing on Mars, becoming the second human-made object to touch down on the Red Pla…
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Wed 03 Sep 2025
The Sun's Blazing Telegram: How Carrington Witnessed Solar Fury
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On this day, September 2nd, in the year 1859, something extraordinary happened that would change our understanding of the Sun and its influence on Earth forever…
On this day, September 2nd, in the year 1859, something extraordinary happened that would change our understanding of the Sun and its influence on Earth forever…
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Tue 02 Sep 2025
Proxima Pulse: A Signal That Could Change Everything
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On this day, September 1st, in the year 2054, astronomers at the newly established Lunar Observatory made a groundbreaking discovery that sent shockwaves throug…
On this day, September 1st, in the year 2054, astronomers at the newly established Lunar Observatory made a groundbreaking discovery that sent shockwaves throug…
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Mon 01 Sep 2025
Apollo's Near Miss: The Asteroid That Changed Everything
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On August 31st, 1932, the astronomy world was abuzz with excitement as a groundbreaking discovery was made by German astronomer Karl Reinmuth at the Heidelberg …
On August 31st, 1932, the astronomy world was abuzz with excitement as a groundbreaking discovery was made by German astronomer Karl Reinmuth at the Heidelberg …
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Sun 31 Aug 2025
Vega's Dusty Disk: The Cosmic Construction Site
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On this day, August 30th, back in 1983, astronomers made a groundbreaking discovery that sent ripples through the scientific community. Using the Infrared Astr…
On this day, August 30th, back in 1983, astronomers made a groundbreaking discovery that sent ripples through the scientific community. Using the Infrared Astr…
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Sat 30 Aug 2025
Solar Secrets: Huggins Unveils the Sun's Fiery Hidden Atmosphere
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On August 29th, 1864, a cosmic spectacle unfolded that would change our understanding of the Sun forever. On this day, astronomer William Huggins turned his spe…
On August 29th, 1864, a cosmic spectacle unfolded that would change our understanding of the Sun forever. On this day, astronomer William Huggins turned his spe…
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Fri 29 Aug 2025
Blood Moon Meets Uranus: A Celestial Double Feature
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On this day, August 28th, in the year 2007, astronomers witnessed a cosmic spectacle that left them starry-eyed and slack-jawed. The Universe decided to put on …
On this day, August 28th, in the year 2007, astronomers witnessed a cosmic spectacle that left them starry-eyed and slack-jawed. The Universe decided to put on …
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Thu 28 Aug 2025
Neptune's Wild Ride: Voyager 2's Epic Planetary Flyby
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On this day in astronomy, August 27th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly electrifying discovery. Back in 1989, the Voyager 2 spacecraft made its closest a…
On this day in astronomy, August 27th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly electrifying discovery. Back in 1989, the Voyager 2 spacecraft made its closest a…
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Wed 27 Aug 2025
Voyager 2's Saturn Encounter: A Celestial Dance of Discovery
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On this day, August 26th, in the year 1981, the spacecraft Voyager 2 made its closest approach to Saturn, coming within 63,000 miles of the planet's cloud tops.…
On this day, August 26th, in the year 1981, the spacecraft Voyager 2 made its closest approach to Saturn, coming within 63,000 miles of the planet's cloud tops.…
00:02:35 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
Pluto's Planetary Downfall: How a Cosmic Misfit Lost Its Crown
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On this day, August 25th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that shook the very foundations of our solar system. In a…
On this day, August 25th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that shook the very foundations of our solar system. In a…
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Mon 25 Aug 2025
Pluto's Planetary Downfall: The Day the Solar System Changed Forever
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On this day, August 24th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that shook the very foundations of our solar system. In a…
On this day, August 24th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that shook the very foundations of our solar system. In a…
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Sun 24 Aug 2025
Pluto's Planetary Downfall: A Cosmic Demotion
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On this day in astronomy, August 23rd, we celebrate the anniversary of a groundbreaking discovery that shook the astronomical world in 2006. On this date, the I…
On this day in astronomy, August 23rd, we celebrate the anniversary of a groundbreaking discovery that shook the astronomical world in 2006. On this date, the I…
00:02:33 |
Sat 23 Aug 2025
"Hot Jupiter: The Planet That Launched a Thousand Exoplanets"
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On this day in astronomy, August 22nd, we celebrate the anniversary of the discovery of the first exoplanet orbiting a sun-like star. Back in 1996, astronomers …
On this day in astronomy, August 22nd, we celebrate the anniversary of the discovery of the first exoplanet orbiting a sun-like star. Back in 1996, astronomers …
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Fri 22 Aug 2025
Solar Symphony: America's Celestial Dance of Darkness and Light
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On this day, August 21st, in astronomical history, we celebrate the anniversary of the Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017. Eight years ago, millions of people…
On this day, August 21st, in astronomical history, we celebrate the anniversary of the Great American Solar Eclipse of 2017. Eight years ago, millions of people…
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Thu 21 Aug 2025
Voyager 2: Cosmic Messenger Beyond Our Solar System's Edge
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On this day, August 20th, in the year 1977, humanity launched one of its most ambitious and far-reaching projects into the cosmos: NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft. …
On this day, August 20th, in the year 1977, humanity launched one of its most ambitious and far-reaching projects into the cosmos: NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft. …
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Wed 20 Aug 2025
Pluto's Planetary Plight: The Day the Solar System Changed Forever
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On this day, August 16th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that would shake the very foundations of our solar system…
On this day, August 16th, in the year 2006, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) made a decision that would shake the very foundations of our solar system…
00:02:59 |
Sat 16 Aug 2025
The Wow! Signal: Cosmic Whisper from Beyond
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On this day, August 15th, in the year 1977, a truly extraordinary event occurred that would forever change our understanding of the cosmos and our place within …
On this day, August 15th, in the year 1977, a truly extraordinary event occurred that would forever change our understanding of the cosmos and our place within …
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Fri 15 Aug 2025
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