Episodes

  • Turning Astronaut Pee into Water, Virgin Galactic’s New Space Plane Facility, NASA’s Lunar Mission Challenges, and Recycling Garbage on the Moon

    Turning Astronaut Pee into Water, Virgin Galactic’s New Space Plane Facility, NASA’s Lunar Mission Challenges, and Recycling Garbage on the Moon
    Jul 19 2024
    A 'Dune'-inspired space suit turns astronaut pee into water. Virgin Galactic completes a new Delta space plane manufacturing facility. NASA faces challenges in getting their Moon rover to the launch pad. NASA seeks fresh ideas for recycling garbage on the moon. Explore these fascinating stories in the latest episode of Simply Space. Sources: https://www.sciencefriday.com/segments/space-suit-turns-astronaut-pee-into-clean-water-5-6-minutes/ https://www.space.com/virgin-galactic-delta-class-space-plane-factory-arizona https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/07/lights-out-nasa-cancels-rover-to-search-for-ice-in-dark-lunar-craters/ https://www.space.com/nasa-moon-garbage-recycling-lunarecycle Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) A ‘Dune’-Inspired Space Suit To Turn Astronaut Pee Into Water (00:03:25) Virgin Galactic completes new Delta space plane manufacturing facility in Arizona (00:06:01) NASA built a Moon rover but can’t afford to get it to the launch pad (00:09:08) NASA wants fresh ideas for recycling garbage on the moon
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    12 mins
  • NASA Signs Space Deal with Saudi Arabia, ’Garden Sprinkler’ Jets Erupt from Dead Star

    NASA Signs Space Deal with Saudi Arabia, ’Garden Sprinkler’ Jets Erupt from Dead Star
    Jul 18 2024
    NASA signs a groundbreaking space collaboration agreement with Saudi Arabia. Astronomers capture the first-ever image of 'garden sprinkler' jets from a dead vampire star. Plus, food scientist Larissa Zhou develops a machine to boil food in space. And, the famous Defenders of Freedom Air & Space Show returns to Offutt Air Force Base. Sources: https://www.newsweek.com/saudi-arabia-us-sign-nasa-space-exploration-deal-1926342 https://www.space.com/neutron-star-garden-sprinkler https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/astronauts-would-need-an-unusual-pot-to-boil-food-in-space/ https://www.ketv.com/article/famous-air-and-space-show-coming-to-offutt/61634674 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) NASA Signs US-Saudi Arabia Space Deal (00:03:14) Strange 'garden sprinkler' jets are erupting from a dead vampire star (00:05:55) Famous air and space show coming to Offutt Air Force Base
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    9 mins
  • Missy Elliott Makes History with Hip-Hop Song Beamed into Space, Underground Cave on Moon Discovered

    Missy Elliott Makes History with Hip-Hop Song Beamed into Space, Underground Cave on Moon Discovered
    Jul 16 2024
    Missy Elliott's 'The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)' becomes the first hip-hop song to be transmitted into deep space. Scientists discover an underground cave on the moon that could shelter astronauts on future space missions. Plus, an astronaut on the ISS finds an unusual use for a nut and bolt. And, the sun unleashes a powerful solar flare triggering radio blackouts over Australia, Southeast Asia, and Japan. Sources: https://www.billboard.com/music/rb-hip-hop/missy-elliott-song-space-nasa-1235731747/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/scientists-underground-moon-cave-astronauts-space/ https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/space-station-fidget-spinner-astronaut-on-iss-finds-unusual-use-for-nut-and-bolt-watch-101721103676365.html https://www.space.com/x-class-solar-flare-eruption-july-13-14-sun-activity-radio-blackouts Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) Missy Elliott’s ‘The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)’ Blasts Off as First Hip-Hop Song Beamed Into Space (00:03:42) Scientists discover underground cave on the moon that could shelter astronauts on future trips to space (00:06:48) Space Station fidget spinner? Astronaut on ISS finds unusual use for nut and bolt. Watch (00:08:52) Sun unleashes powerful X-class solar flare triggering radio blackouts over Australia, Southeast Asia and Japan (video)
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    12 mins
  • International Space Station Shines Over London, NASA’s Mars Habitat Mission Ends

    International Space Station Shines Over London, NASA’s Mars Habitat Mission Ends
    Jul 15 2024
    Don't miss the International Space Station passing over London, shining brightly like an artificial star. Plus, NASA researchers complete a year-long Mars habitat mission, gaining insights into the challenges of living on another planet. Also, China plans an asteroid re-direct mission for planetary defense testing. And, explore the universe with the James Webb Space Telescope's groundbreaking observations. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/jul/15/starwatch-international-space-station-london https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/nasa-researchers-end-one-year-mars-habitat-mission/7694318.html https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/china-asteroid-re-direct-mission-nasa-dart https://science.nasa.gov/mission/webb/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Starwatch: International Space Station passes over London (00:02:49) NASA Researchers End One-year Mars Habitat Mission (00:05:09) China planning asteroid re-direct mission for planetary defense test (00:08:09) James Webb Space Telescope
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    12 mins
  • Webb Space Telescope Reveals Intertwined Galaxies, James Webb Telescope’s Astonishing Images

    Webb Space Telescope Reveals Intertwined Galaxies, James Webb Telescope’s Astonishing Images
    Jul 14 2024
    The Webb Space Telescope captures a pair of intertwined galaxies glowing in infrared. NASA releases breathtaking new images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Plus, Chinese company iSpace experiences another launch failure, and the U.S. plan to crash the Space Station is condemned by space agency leaders. Sources: https://starherald.com/news/nation-world/science/nasa-webb-space-telescope-galaxies/article_e4fbf97d-d15b-5908-af99-1c2f742565b6.html https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/nasa-releases-astonishing-new-images-from-james-webb-space-telescope/video_79e9bf32-aa3a-501e-824b-c15b9d38427f.html https://www.space.com/china-ispace-fourth-launch-failure-hyperbola-1-rocket https://www.forbes.com/sites/kevinholdenplatt/2024/07/13/us-plan-to-crash-space-station-is-condemned-by-space-agency-leaders/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Webb Space Telescope’s latest cosmic shot shows pair of intertwined galaxies glowing in infrared (00:03:06) NASA releases astonishing new images from James Webb Space Telescope (00:06:18) Chinese company iSpace suffers 4th launch failure in 7 tries (00:09:56) U.S. Plan To Crash Space Station Is Condemned By Space Agency Leaders
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    13 mins
  • NATO Allies Invest in Space Intel, Last X-15 Test Pilot Passes Away

    NATO Allies Invest in Space Intel, Last X-15 Test Pilot Passes Away
    Jul 13 2024
    NATO allies pledge $1 billion to promote sharing of space-based intel. Joe Engle, last of the X-15 test pilots who touched space, dies at 91. Plus, a family portrait of two galaxies captured by the Webb Telescope. Also, NASA's flagship mission to Europa faces vulnerability to radiation. Sources: https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/07/nato-allies-pledge-1-billion-to-promote-sharing-of-space-based-intel/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2024/07/12/joe-engle-astronaut-nasa-dies/ https://www.npr.org/2024/07/12/g-s1-9941/webb-telescope-penguin-egg-galaxies https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/07/nasas-flagship-mission-to-europa-has-a-problem-vulnerability-to-radiation/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) NATO allies pledge $1 billion to promote sharing of space-based intel (00:04:06) Joe Engle, last of the X-15 test pilots who touched space, dies at 91 (00:07:04) 2 galaxies, the Penguin and the Egg, get a family portrait thanks to Webb Telescope (00:09:04) NASA’s flagship mission to Europa has a problem: Vulnerability to radiation
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    13 mins
  • Revolutionary Spacesuit and Rocket Advancements in Space Exploration

    Revolutionary Spacesuit and Rocket Advancements in Space Exploration
    Jul 12 2024
    Scientists design a spacesuit that can turn urine into drinking water, revolutionizing space exploration. NASA invests in a rocket that could get humans to Mars and back in 2 months. Plus, a clever new device allows astronauts to drink their pee on spacewalks. Also, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launch encounters a setback, highlighting the challenges of satellite deployment. Sources: https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/jul/12/scientists-design-spacesuit-that-can-turn-urine-into-drinking-water https://www.businessinsider.com/nasa-invest-mars-pulsed-plasma-rocket-shorten-space-time-travel-2024-7 https://www.livescience.com/health/finally-astronauts-could-drink-their-pee-on-space-walks-thanks-to-clever-new-device https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/spacex-falcon-9-rocket-launch-vandenberg-space-force-base/509-9654a77b-c251-48fa-b4b2-6ebb936a063c Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:46) Scientists design spacesuit that can turn urine into drinking water (00:02:55) NASA is investing in a rocket that could get humans to Mars and back in 2 months — and travel at 100,000 mph (00:05:53) Finally! Astronauts could drink their pee on space walks, thanks to clever new device (00:08:34) SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base
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    12 mins
  • Japanese Space Agency Uncovers Zero-Day Attacks, Astronauts Stuck in Space After Hurricane Beryl

    Japanese Space Agency Uncovers Zero-Day Attacks, Astronauts Stuck in Space After Hurricane Beryl
    Jul 11 2024
    Japanese space agency spots unspecified zero-day attacks. Astronauts still stuck in space after Hurricane Beryl delays ride back to Earth. Plus, Rocket Lab sets launch window for next space mission. Also, astronauts stuck on ISS confident problem-plagued Starliner will bring them home. Sources: https://www.theregister.com/2024/07/11/jaxa_m365_zeroday_attacks/ https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/beryl-delays-starliner-testing-astronaut-ride-back-earth https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/07/39719443/rocket-lab-sets-launch-window-for-next-space-mission https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3270003/nasa-astronauts-stuck-iss-confident-boeing-space-capsule-will-bring-them-home Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Japanese space agency spots unspecified zero-day attacks (00:03:55) Astronauts still stuck in space after Hurricane Beryl delays ride back to Earth (00:06:42) Rocket Lab Sets Launch Window For Next Space Mission - Rocket Lab USA (NASDAQ:RKLB) (00:09:49) Astronauts stuck on ISS confident problem-plagued Starliner will bring them home
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    13 mins