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
- 399
- Years Active
- 2024 - 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
Pulsar Planets: Defying Death in the Cosmic Graveyard
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On August 14th, 1992, the astronomical community was buzzing with excitement as the first detection of a planetary system around a pulsar was confirmed. The dis…
On August 14th, 1992, the astronomical community was buzzing with excitement as the first detection of a planetary system around a pulsar was confirmed. The dis…
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Thu 14 Aug 2025
Perseid Meteors: Nature's Cosmic Fireworks Spectacular!
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On August 13th, we celebrate a celestial spectacle that dazzled astronomers and skywatchers alike back in 2015. On this day, the Perseid meteor shower reached i…
On August 13th, we celebrate a celestial spectacle that dazzled astronomers and skywatchers alike back in 2015. On this day, the Perseid meteor shower reached i…
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Wed 13 Aug 2025
Pulsar in the Cosmic Disco Ball: M28's Stellar Spinner
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On this day in astronomical history, August 12th, we celebrate the anniversary of the discovery of the first pulsar in a globular cluster. Back in 1986, astrono…
On this day in astronomical history, August 12th, we celebrate the anniversary of the discovery of the first pulsar in a globular cluster. Back in 1986, astrono…
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Tue 12 Aug 2025
Cosmic Conga: Perseids Dance with Planetary Parade
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On this day, August 11th, in the year 2000, astronomers witnessed a spectacular and rare cosmic event known as the "Great Perseid Photo Opportunity." This celes…
On this day, August 11th, in the year 2000, astronomers witnessed a spectacular and rare cosmic event known as the "Great Perseid Photo Opportunity." This celes…
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Mon 11 Aug 2025
Solar Speedster: The Great Daylight Fireball of 1972
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On this day in astronomy, August 10th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly electrifying event that occurred back in 1972. On this date, an extraordinary sol…
On this day in astronomy, August 10th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly electrifying event that occurred back in 1972. On this date, an extraordinary sol…
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Sun 10 Aug 2025
Mars Microbes: The Potato-Sized Rock That Sparked a Scientific Revolution
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On this day, August 9th, in the year 1996, astronomers made a groundbreaking announcement that sent shockwaves through the scientific community and captured the…
On this day, August 9th, in the year 1996, astronomers made a groundbreaking announcement that sent shockwaves through the scientific community and captured the…
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Sat 09 Aug 2025
Voyager 2: Neptune's Grand Tour - A Cosmic Milestone
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On this day, August 8th, in the year 1989, NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft made its historic flyby of Neptune, becoming the first and only spacecraft to visit the d…
On this day, August 8th, in the year 1989, NASA's Voyager 2 spacecraft made its historic flyby of Neptune, becoming the first and only spacecraft to visit the d…
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Fri 08 Aug 2025
Helium's Heavenly Debut: The Solar Eclipse Discovery
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On this day, August 7th, in the year 1869, a truly remarkable event occurred that would forever change our understanding of the Sun and its composition. It was …
On this day, August 7th, in the year 1869, a truly remarkable event occurred that would forever change our understanding of the Sun and its composition. It was …
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Thu 07 Aug 2025
First Cosmic Website: The Digital Stargazing Dawn
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On this day, August 6th, in the year 1991, the world of astronomy was forever changed when the first website dedicated to sharing information about the cosmos w…
On this day, August 6th, in the year 1991, the world of astronomy was forever changed when the first website dedicated to sharing information about the cosmos w…
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Wed 06 Aug 2025
Juno's Jupiter: A Cosmic Dance Through Swirling Storms
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On this day, August 5th, in the year 2011, NASA's Juno spacecraft embarked on an epic journey to Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. Launched atop …
On this day, August 5th, in the year 2011, NASA's Juno spacecraft embarked on an epic journey to Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system. Launched atop …
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Tue 05 Aug 2025
"Cosmic Fireworks: The 1181 Supernova in Cassiopeia"
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On this day, August 4th, in the year 1181, astronomers in China and Japan observed a supernova in the constellation Cassiopeia. This celestial spectacle, now kn…
On this day, August 4th, in the year 1181, astronomers in China and Japan observed a supernova in the constellation Cassiopeia. This celestial spectacle, now kn…
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Mon 04 Aug 2025
"Earthrise: The Moment We Saw Our World Differently"
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On this day, August 3rd, in the year 1966, the world of astronomy was forever changed when the iconic photograph "Earthrise" was captured by the Lunar Orbiter …
On this day, August 3rd, in the year 1966, the world of astronomy was forever changed when the iconic photograph "Earthrise" was captured by the Lunar Orbiter …
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Sun 03 Aug 2025
"Genesis Rock: A Lunar Time Capsule from the Moon's Infancy"
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On this day, August 2nd, in the year 1971, NASA's Apollo 15 mission achieved a remarkable feat that would forever change our understanding of lunar geology. Ast…
On this day, August 2nd, in the year 1971, NASA's Apollo 15 mission achieved a remarkable feat that would forever change our understanding of lunar geology. Ast…
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Sat 02 Aug 2025
Oxygen: The Cosmic Breath That Illuminated Science
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On August 1st, 1774, a cosmic coincidence occurred that would forever change our understanding of the atmosphere and chemistry. It was on this day that Joseph P…
On August 1st, 1774, a cosmic coincidence occurred that would forever change our understanding of the atmosphere and chemistry. It was on this day that Joseph P…
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Fri 01 Aug 2025
"Moon Wheels: First Lunar Joyride"
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On this day, July 31st, in the year 1971, something extraordinary happened on the Moon. Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott and James Irwin became the first humans…
On this day, July 31st, in the year 1971, something extraordinary happened on the Moon. Apollo 15 astronauts David Scott and James Irwin became the first humans…
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Thu 31 Jul 2025
Moon Buggy's Maiden Voyage: First Wheels Rolling on Lunar Landscape
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On this day, July 30th, in the year 1971, something extraordinary happened on the lunar surface that changed our understanding of transportation on other worlds…
On this day, July 30th, in the year 1971, something extraordinary happened on the lunar surface that changed our understanding of transportation on other worlds…
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Wed 30 Jul 2025
Eclipse Captured: Berkowski's Astronomical Breakthrough
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On this day, July 29th, back in 1851, a groundbreaking astronomical discovery was made that would forever change our understanding of the cosmos. The first-ever…
On this day, July 29th, back in 1851, a groundbreaking astronomical discovery was made that would forever change our understanding of the cosmos. The first-ever…
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Tue 29 Jul 2025
Solar Corona Unveiled: The Day Science Pierced the Sun's Veil
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On this day, July 28th, in the year 1851, the world of astronomy was forever changed when a total solar eclipse led to the discovery of the solar corona. This c…
On this day, July 28th, in the year 1851, the world of astronomy was forever changed when a total solar eclipse led to the discovery of the solar corona. This c…
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Mon 28 Jul 2025
Mars' Hidden Lake: A Subglacial Surprise Beneath the Red Planet
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On this day in astronomy, July 27th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly mind-bending discovery. Back in 2018, astronomers announced the detection of a mass…
On this day in astronomy, July 27th, we celebrate the anniversary of a truly mind-bending discovery. Back in 2018, astronomers announced the detection of a mass…
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Sun 27 Jul 2025
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