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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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All Episodes

31:06

ISS Coolant Leak Said to Be "Fairly Significant"

Made of Stars ·

2022/12/15

The coolant leak from the Soyuz docked with the ISS is said t o be significant and Wes and Shawn talk about what it means and what it could mean for astronauts on board. China's methan powered rocket failed to launch. There's been a lot of solar activity this week. Plus, updates on the occultation of Mars, the Geminid meteor shower and what was happening 50 years ago on the Moon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:45

50 Year Anniversary of the Apollo 17 Mission

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2022/12/08

This week Wes and Shawn talk about the milestone anniversary of the Apollo 17 mission and their time on the Moon, plus the return trip of the Orion capsule and its incredible photo sent back to Earth. Also, the Geminid meteor shower is will soon be perfect for viewing in the night time sky and colliding neutron stars may be a source of long GRBs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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38:38

Our 100th Episode!

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2022/12/01

On our 100th episode of Made of Stars, Wes and Shawn talk Orion and it's new record plus it's return home to Earth. Also, microbes could survive on Mars for a really long time. Two minerals never before fund on Earth have been discovered in a meteorite in Somalia. And scientists at CalTec are testing the possibility of sending data through a wormhole.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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26:12

Betelgeuse and Ellerman Bombs

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2022/11/23

Betelgeuse's dimming may have been the result of a passing black hole. GRBs don't always signal the birth of a black hole. Also, new studies suggest that planets and stars may form at the same time. Ellerman bombs have been captured in photos as the phenomenon occurred in Sunsport AR3140. Plus, Saturn's moon Enceladus may be more habitable than thought.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:46

Artemis 1 Has Ushered In a New Era!

Made of Stars ·

2022/11/17

The Artemis 1 has launched and the mission has begun as the SLS rocket successfully blasted into space heading for the Moon. A large piece of the Challenger shuttle was discovered by a documentary crew near the Bermuda Triangle. Plus a tiny radar satellite with study the effects of the DART mission and a very large satellite will provide communication while also obstructing space observers.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:31

Another Hurricane Delay for SLS

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2022/11/10

SLS has been delayed yet again by a hurricane and now there's a use-by ticking clock on some of the parts. Also Hubble captured a supernova exploding 11.5 billion years ago, a black hole went cannial on a nearby star, and Mars InSight sends what may be its last photo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:14

Elon Musk Is Really Having the Best Week Ever

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2022/11/03

SpaceX had two successful launches within 40 hours this week and has announced big plans for Starship before 2023. Plus, China is also preparing a test as they prepare to move forward in their Moon mission plans. Also, there's a lunar eclipse coming next week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:59

Gabby Winner for Best Podcast Series!

Made of Stars ·

2022/10/27

This week Wes and Shawn thank the GAB, sponsors and listeners after winning Best Podcast Series at the Georgia Association of Broadcasters annual Gabby Awards, plus some spooky stories including a "marshmallow planet", photos from Lucy, an update from the Red Planet, Halloween fireballs in the sky, and a Halloween launch from SpaceX.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:21

It's Not the Infinity Gauntlet, It's the Pillars of...

Made of Stars ·

2022/10/20

The JWST has given us our best look yet at the Pillars of Creation, legendary astronaut James McDivitt has passed away, the largest GRB ever recorded has been recorded, Space-X Crew-4 is back on Earth safely, and broccoli gas could be an indicator of life on exoplanetsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:07

There's Nothing More Authentic Than Tom Cruise

Made of Stars ·

2022/10/13

This week, Wes and Shawn talk about plans for the Tom Cruise ISS movie, a trip booked around the Moon, the success of the DART mission, and a satellite that can track animal migration patterns.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:18

Getting Serious About Space Junk, No, Not the Star...

Made of Stars ·

2022/10/06

The US is getting serious about space debri orbiting the Earth, DART has given asteroid Dimorphos a tail, Crew-5 has launched and will soon board the ISS, and something may be oozing out of Europa.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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32:50

DART Plays Real-Life Asteroids

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2022/09/29

This week, Wes and Shawn talk about Hurricane Ian including its impact on space launches, plus the DART mission's direct hit on an asteroid as well as some possible evidence found on the Moon of the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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38:50

Does the Autumnal Equinox Really Mean the Start of Fall?

Made of Stars ·

2022/09/22

This week, Wes and Shawn talk about the different dates that some say Fall officially begins and why. They also talk about the SLS as it prepares to possibly launch on September 27, plus an astronaut with Chattahoochee Valley ties is on board the ISS.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:28

Totality: A Conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Bennett

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2022/09/14

This week Wes and Shawn talk with astrophysicist and author Dr. Jeffrey Bennett about the 2023 and 2024 eclipses and his new chidlren's book Totality: An Eclipse Guide in Rhyme and ScienceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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36:28

Artemis Dealing with Complications and Axiom is...

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2022/09/08

The SLS Artemis 1 rocket is still on the launchpad for repairs but a battery issue could send it beack to the VAB. Axiom Space will be providing the new space suits for the moonwalkers. Axiom is also preparing for another commerical trip to the ISS that could possibly include Tom Cruise.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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31:35

Star Trek, LIGO and Dragon Con: A Conversation with...

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2022/08/30

Dr. Erin Macdonald joins us to talk science, science fiction, the women who inspired her to become a scientist, her work with LIGO and her upcoming appearance at Dragon ConBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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33:45

Artemis Is Still Go for Monday Launch

Made of Stars ·

2022/08/25

Artemis 1 is on the launchpad and everything is looking good for a Monday launch. The Artemis mission will test radiation exposure for astronauts and a recent study shows that astronauts would be exposed to multiple lifetimes of radiation on a trip to Mars.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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34:32

Artemis 1 Is On the Launchpad

Made of Stars ·

2022/08/18

Artemis 1 is on the launchpad and ready for a launch window coming up later this month. The megarocket will circle the Moon and conduct a number of experiments that include tests to prepare a future launch with astronauts on board. Comet K2 has two tails now and Shawn explains why those 2 tails are visible.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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44:00

Scientists Have a Plan to Raise Intestellar Visitor

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2022/08/11

Scientists hope to use magnets to raise a visitor from outside of our solar system from its deep ocean resting place. Plus, Wes and Shawn talk about Nichelle Nichols and her contributions to space exploration, the anniversary of the Mars Curiosity, the busiest space port was even busier and STEVE has returned.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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35:12

Did an Interstellar Traveler Land on Earth in 2014?

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2022/08/04

China's runaway booster rocket landed on Earth and it did not land in the ocean. Plus scientists believe an interstellar visitor landed in the ocean in 2014.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/made-of-stars--4746260/support.

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