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Made of Stars

Made of Stars is a look at everything in space exploration from programs and vehicles on Earth to discoveries made just out of our atmosphere and into deep space. Space enthusiast Wes Carroll interviews executive director of CSU"s Coca-Cola Space Science center Dr. Shawn Cruzen each week with new episodes published Thursday mornings.Georgia Association of Broadcasters winner for Best Podcast Series at the 2022 Gabby AwardsSupport the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/WescarrollVoice Over: Joe Earl

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32:35

It's Just a Helicopter... Don't Kick the Dog

Made of Stars ·

2024/02/08

An image of the Ingenuity helicopter on Mars shows it sitting all alone in the sand now that it's out of service. Ax-3's crew of private astornauts is on the way home from the ISS. One of Saturn's moons could possibly have liquid water. A massive sunspot that is visible from Mars could be visible from Earth (please use protective eyewear before you look). And a zombie satellite is heading back to the Earth's surface later this month.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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36:56

SLIM Not So Shady Any More

Made of Stars ·

2024/02/01

Japan's SLIM Moon lander isn't dead yet after sunlight reached its solar panels giving it life. Ingenuity however has ended its service on Mars after a crash and 72 flights. ISS astronaut has been controling a robot on Earth. And Polaris Dawn wants to send up two astronauts for a historic spacewalk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:13

Japan Gets a Win and a Loss on the Moon

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2024/01/25

Japan has become the 5th nation to successfully land a craft on the Moon, but the solar panels did not deploy and the batteries can't charge. Astrobotic's Peregrine lander has burned up in Earth's atmosphere ending its failed mission to land on the Moon. NASA remembers lives lost in the name of space discovery with their annual day of remembrance. JWST has given scientists a look back in time with interesting data.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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24:38

Ax-3 Mission Set to Take International Crew to ISS

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2024/01/18

Axiom Space's Ax-3 mission is scheduled to launch today and take a crew of astronauts from four countries to the ISS. Scientists begin the examine the contents of the OSIRIS-REx sample container. NASA has made a selection for an upcoming Venus mission. And get ready for the Great American Solar Eclipse.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:21

NASA's Delays Moon Missions to 2025 and 2026

Made of Stars ·

2024/01/11

NASA has made the decision to move its next two Moon missions ro September 2025 and 2026. Astrobotic's Peregrine Moon lander will not successfully land on the Moon however ULA's Vulcan rocket was a success. JWST has given astronomers a look at aurora over a failed star and are not sure why it's there. Peggy Whitson has loaned one of her Axiom space suits to Space Center Houston to display and let the world know that private space missions are "real".Become a supporter of this podcast:

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35:01

SpaceX Ends Record Setting Year and Kicks Off 2024...

Made of Stars ·

2024/01/04

SpaceX has an amazing end to 2023 with two launches less than three hours apart and accomplishing a 96 launch year. Juno has the 2nd closest pass of Io but the closest in a very long time. A new rocket could mean a faster way to travel to Mars. The Ingenuity copter sets a new record while accomplishing an incredible 70th flight which is 65 more than originally planned.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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29:30

Recapping Space News of 2023 Part 2

Made of Stars ·

2023/12/28

This week Wes and Shawn take a look back at the 5 biggest space news stories of 2023Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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29:50

Recapping Space News of 2023 Part 1

Made of Stars ·

2023/12/21

This week, Wes and Shawn begin their look back at the 10 biggest space news stories of 2023Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:03

Secretive Spaceplane Launch Delayed

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2023/12/14

SpaceX has delayed the a launch that would have included the X-37B spaceplane and removed it from the launchpad. The Geminid meteor shower's origin is now a mystery now that it's suspected orgin is no longer possible. Voyager 1 has lost communication with Earth again. Solar activity can impact a planet's atmosphere and the safety of train travel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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40:45

Three Robotics Missions Aiming for the Moon in January

Made of Stars ·

2023/12/07

Three different robotics missions are hoping to land on the Moon in January. The cannibal CME that hit Earth last weekend put on a dazzling light show. A new meteor shower is soon bevisible in the southern hemisphere. NASA celebrated 25 years of the ISS. Plus Frank Rubio's tomato has been found and, no, he didn't eat it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:49

A Cannibal CME Is Coming!!!

Made of Stars ·

2023/11/30

A cannibal CME is heading our way and could cause power and communication problems. Astronomers have discovered a solar system with planets behaving in a very mathematical way. A protoplanetary disc has been observed in a nearby galaxy. Plus, the astronauts who will be flying around the Moon next year have now signed their Artemis rocket!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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36:46

Saturn's Rings to Disappear in 2025!

Made of Stars ·

2023/11/22

We've seen the clockbait articles, now we discuss why Saturn's rings will disappear in 2025. Plus, SpaceX had a successful Super Heavy-Starship launch of sorts on Saturday and is planning another launch by Christmas. A big sunspot is about to point itself at Earth. And let's talk about those "kissing asteroids".Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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34:04

SpaceX Prepares Another Starship Test Launch

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2023/11/16

SpaceX is counting down to a second test launch for the Super Heavy. The White House is laying out rules for governing space tourism and space stations owned by private companies. And asteroid will soon occult Betelgeuse. Mars is glowing green?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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36:31

Erin Go to Space!

Made of Stars ·

2023/11/09

SpaceX will carry Ireland's first ever satellite to space. Starship hopes to launch again on Nov 13 but that's not officially official. JWST has detected clues about how the Earth may have formed. The Ingenuity copter on Mars is getting ready for conjunction. And astronomers are hoping to dectec gravitational waves from supernova 1987A.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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41:13

A Spacewalk on ISS Day

Made of Stars ·

2023/11/02

Astronauts aboard the ISS performed a spacewalk on the anniversary of the first crew to live aboard the ISS. Solar activity on the Sun is sending radiation our way. Plus, Astrobotic's Peregrine is in Florida in preparation to go to the Moon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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37:31

Ammonia, Sun Spots, Space Lasers, Waffles and Betelgeuse

Made of Stars ·

2023/10/26

Russians on the ISS are having another ammonia issue. Sun spots have decreased in volume which may mean we didn't enter solar maximum early after all. NASA will demonstrate their two-way laser communication system. Plus, Betegeuse's dimming may have now been explained.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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35:54

SpaceX Launces Psyche Mission as Part of Its Record...

Made of Stars ·

2023/10/19

NASA's Psyche mission has successfully launched and is on its way to the asteroid. SpaceX has set a new record for rocket launches with 74 so far in 2023 and expects to hit 100 by year's end. FAA is not ready to sign off on the SpaceX Starship's next test. Plus the magnetosphere has been giving off a unique ringing sound. And finally scientists now think they know what to look for on exoplanets to determine if life is there and the JWST is the very tool they need.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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34:09

Annular Solar Eclipse This Saturday!

Made of Stars ·

2023/10/12

Get ready for this weekend's annular solar eclipse! Plus, NASA's Psyche metal asteroid mission gets ready to launch. NOAA forecasters say CIRs could hit Earth. And JWST has discovered hundreds of free-floating rogue planets.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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35:35

NOVA-C Could Be the First Private Company's...

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2023/10/05

Intuitive Machines is hoping to successfully land a spacecraft on the Moon which would be the first by a private company. JWST's discovery of galaxies that were more mature than they should have been may have an explanation. Dish Network accepts a fine settlement for space junk. And scientists have been warded a Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work with Quantum Dots.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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40:55

Record Breaking Rubio Returns to Earth

Made of Stars ·

2023/09/28

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest spaceflight by an American and is tied for their place for the longest spaceflight by anyone. OSIRIS-REx successfully landed on Earth and scientists are ready to study the ancient materials it brough to Earth. Einstein was right about how antimatter would respond to gravity. And the PSYCHE mission is a week away from launching if the government shutdown doesn't delay it.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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