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Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they embark on another fascinating journey through the cosmos in the latest episode of Space Nuts. In this installment, the duo delves into a myriad of space phenomena, starting with the most significant solar flare in nearly a decade. They discuss the stunning auroral displays that resulted from this solar outburst and the potential impacts such events can have on our technology.Next, they celebrate a milestone for the Mars rover Perseverance, which has spent over 1000 days (or sols) on the Red Planet. The conversation explores the significance of the samples collected by Perseverance, including those that may contain ancient signs of life, and the future plans for their retrieval.The episode then propels into the future of space travel with NASA's innovative plasma rocket concept, which promises to cut travel time to Mars significantly. Andrew and Fred unpack the potential of this high-efficiency propulsion system and what it could mean for human exploration of the Red Planet.Finally, the pair examines a colossal protoplanetary disc discovery, the largest ever observed, which could herald the formation of some of the most massive planets we've ever seen. They ponder the possibilities of planet formation, the emergence of life, and the long-term evolution of these cosmic systems.From solar spectacles and Martian milestones to revolutionary rockets and planetary potential, this episode of Space Nuts is a cosmic cornucopia of astronomical insights. Tune in and let your imagination soar as we continue to uncover the secrets of the universe.00:00:00 Andrew Dunkley talks about budgets and dog issues on this week's Space Nuts
00:02:31 The biggest solar flare in nearly a decade has just passed over the earth
00:06:58 Perseverance mission to look for signs of past life on Mars
00:14:22 Andrew Freedman says he could rerelease World War One audio under Australian copyright
00:16:49 A proposed plasma rocket would cut the travel time to Mars to two months
00:24:09 Fred: Have you seen a house before they build it
00:25:47 New infrared observations show giant edge on protoplanetary disc
00:32:10 Space Nuts podcast available at Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadioSupport Space Nuts and join us on this interstellar voyage by visiting our support page. Your contributions help us continue our mission to explore the wonders of the universe. Clear skies and boundless exploration await on Space Nuts, where we make the cosmos your backyard.


#417: Solar Flares & Speedy Spacecraft: Revolutionizing Our Cosmic Commute

The latest from our resident food expert...the stories behind the food we eat...This episode is all about sharing...the important act of...because without it, why bother. We talk about food from an obscure part of Italy and Australia's own TV Critic Margaret Pomeranz talks about the importance of food in her life. Who knew... #food #cooking #podcast

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In this episode, I talk with Australia's Gourmet Farmer Matthew Evans about his book 'The Gourmet Farmer Goes Fishing'. Hailing from Tasmania and host of SBS Australia's 'The Gourmet Farmer' TV series, Matthew covered a wide range of topics from fishing sustainability...to the best fish to catch around Australia's most southern state...and what makes for good eating. As I like to say...food for the belly and the brain...please enjoy...:)

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Hi everyone...welcome to Ep. 4 of The Global Angler...a special double episode to kick off 2016. In this episode we feature the second part of our interview with Carl Jocumsen, Australian Pro Bass angler ...plus.... Liam 'Emu' Carruthers. What makes these champion anglers tick? We also join Starlo fishing in Sumba, Indonesia...and more.   Enjoy. 

Ep.4 - Carl Jocumsen & Liam 'Emu' Carruthers...

Hi everyone...Andrew & Fred here....in this episode of Space Nuts we bring some fascinating insights to the newly discovered so called Planet 9...and just what does it have to do with the year 1846? Fred explains. Plus...a rare space discovery in Australia. Enjoy! 

Space Nuts Ep.2 - What has the year 1846 got to do with Planet 9?

Hi everyone...Andrew & Dr Fred with the latest Space Nuts podcast. In this program we take a look at the commercial operators leading the way in private space travel...and David Bowie...will he really get a constellation named after him? Subscribe at itunes, stitcher, audioBoom, Pocketcasts or most good podcast aggregators. Visit our website at http://www.bitesz.com/space-nuts.html for more. 

Space Nuts Ep.3 - Commercial space exploration and...David Bowie!

 Hi Everyone...Andrew here....and here's what's in Ep.8 of Space Nuts...

*Did you know we had a near miss with another asteroid recently? Near in Space terms anyway...Fred has all the details on 2013 TX68

*The recent solar eclipse...and do you realize how lucky we are to live in a time when we can see these? Fred has details..

* Plus a wrap on Scott Kelly's recent return to earth and how being in space for so long affected him...and affect him physically it did. Once again...Fred has the details.

All in Episode 8 of Space Nuts.

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Space Nuts Ep.8 - Another near miss, A solar eclipse & Scott Kelly wrap...

Hi everyone, Andrew with the Show Notes for Episode 22...

Stories we cover in this episode:
*There's been an update to the Drake equation...we discuss what it is and what it really means.
* A fossil meteorite unlike any we've seen before has been found. We discuss it's importance.
*A private US company, Moon Express, wants to fly to the moon...but why?

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Space Nuts Ep 22

Hi everyone...Andrew with the Show Notes for Episode 24 of Space Nuts with Dr. Fred Watson & Andrew Dunkley..

Stories:
*The European Space union are wanting to return to Mars to continue the hunt for signs of life...but they've run into a  hurdle. Fred discusses and backgrounds you.

*So what's the new link between Mars and the tiny nation of Nepal?

* Is Tutankhamun's blade....extraterrestrial?

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Space Nuts with Dr. Fred Watson & AndrewDunkley  Episode 24 - Mars, Nepal and Tutankhamun

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#417: Solar Flares & Speedy Spacecraft: Revolutionizing Our Cosmic Commute

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