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Cosmos in a Pod

"Cosmos in a Pod" is a captivating and thought-provoking podcast that unravels the mysteries of the universe, science, and humanity in a way that’s accessible, engaging, and awe-inspiring. Designed for curious minds of all ages, each episode dives into fascinating topics across space, science, philosophy, and beyond, offering listeners a cosmic perspective on the world we live in and the vast universe beyond.This podcast brings together expert insights, storytelling, and intriguing questions to

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15:06

Inside the KBC Void: Solving Cosmic Mysteries

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2025/01/14

🌌 Step into the vast emptiness of the KBC Void, one of the largest cosmic voids ever discovered, spanning two billion light-years. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, Amitesh explores the mind-bending implications of this mysterious region and its impact on our understanding of the universe.🚀 What you’ll learn:What is the KBC Void? Discover the unique features of this massive underpopulated region of space.Hubble Tension: How the KBC Void might solve the discrepancy in the universe’s expansion

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9:35

2024’s Cosmic Breakthroughs: Mars Oceans, Planet 9 &...

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2025/01/14

Join me, Amitesh, in this special year-end episode of Cosmos in a Pod as we dive into seven groundbreaking space discoveries from 2024 that reshaped our understanding of the universe:🚀 Highlights from this episode include:The Mystery of Planet 9: New simulations point to a hidden giant in our solar system.Gaia BH3: A record-breaking black hole just 1,900 light-years away.Mars’ Hidden Oceans: A massive subsurface water reservoir discovered.Barnard b: A tiny neighboring exoplanet around a red dwarf

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14:28

Voyager 1: Humanity's Farthest Journey 🌌

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2025/01/14

Join us as we explore the awe-inspiring journey of Voyager 1, humanity’s farthest and most iconic spacecraft. Over 45 years after its launch, Voyager 1 continues to send signals from over 15 billion miles away, despite facing unprecedented challenges in 2024.In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we discuss:The recent communication blackout and NASA’s ingenious fixes.Voyager 1’s incredible journey into interstellar space.The vital role of the Deep Space Network in maintaining contact.The golden

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12:29

Rare Planetary Parade: Witness 7 Planets Aligning in...

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2025/01/13

This year, the cosmos is putting on a spectacular show! Six planets will align in January, and February takes it up a notch with a rare seven-planet parade. From Venus and Saturn’s breathtaking conjunction to February’s celestial extravaganza, discover everything you need to know about these must-see astronomical events.In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we cover:January’s 6-planet alignment and February’s 7-planet parade.Key celestial conjunctions, including Venus & Jupiter’s dazzling

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16:56

TRAPPIST-1: 7 Planets, 3 Habitable Zones – Alien Life...

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2025/01/10

Could the TRAPPIST-1 system, just 39 light-years away, host alien life? With seven Earth-sized planets—three in the habitable zone—this star system offers unparalleled potential for discovering life beyond Earth.In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we explore:The unique conditions of TRAPPIST-1's tidally locked planets.The "Twilight Zone" where life could thrive.TRAPPIST-1e: Earth's twin or a barren world?Challenges like stellar flares and the potential for dazzling auroras.What this extraordinary

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13:09

Proxima Centauri B: Life Beyond Earth? 🌍✨

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2025/01/10

Could Proxima Centauri B, the closest exoplanet to Earth, harbour life? In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we dive into the mysteries of this intriguing world, orbiting just 4.24 light-years away. Explore its position in the habitable zone, the challenges posed by its red dwarf star, and the possibilities for life in extreme conditions.🔍 Key Highlights:The science behind Proxima Centauri B’s discovery.Tidally locked extremes: Day-side heat vs. night-side cold.Could life thrive in the "Twilight

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11:52

The Sun: Creator, Destroyer, and Humanity's Solar...

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2025/01/10

The Sun—our life-giving star—is a paradox of creation and destruction. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, explore the Sun's dual nature, from ancient reverence to modern technology's vulnerabilities. Discover how solar storms like the 1859 Carrington Event and near-misses like the 2012 CME reveal their immense power. Learn about the Sun's formation, life-sustaining energy, and humanity's efforts to monitor and prepare for its unpredictable behaviour.🔍 Highlights:The Sun’s role in ancient mythology

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15:24

Cosmic Mysteries: Anomalies, Aliens, and the Unknown

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2025/01/09

The universe is a treasure trove of mysteries, from the unanswered questions of the Big Bang to the hunt for extraterrestrial life. Join us as we unravel some of the most fascinating cosmic enigmas, including Olbers’ Paradox, the Wow Signal, and the Fermi Paradox. Discover the secrets of disappearing stars, rogue planets, and the expanding universe.🌌 Highlights of this episode:Why is the night sky dark?Could there be hidden messages in the cosmos?The intriguing Wow Signal and missing

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23:39

Beyond the Sun: Exploring the Universe Next Door

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2025/01/09

In this captivating episode of Cosmos in a Pod, join host Amitesh as we journey beyond our solar system to explore the stars, exoplanets, and cosmic structures that make up our galactic neighbourhood and beyond. From the closest stellar systems to the vast spiral arms of the Milky Way, this adventure reveals the incredible diversity of the cosmos.Episode Highlights:The Stellar Neighborhood: Discover the stars closest to us, including Barnard’s Star and its icy super-Earth, as well as the Sirius

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17:07

Inside the Orion Nebula: A Cosmic Cradle of Stars

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2025/01/09

In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, join host Amitesh for an awe-inspiring journey into the Orion Nebula, a stunning stellar nursery located 1,344 light-years from Earth. Discover the secrets of this vibrant region where stars and planets are born, and explore the groundbreaking discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope.Episode Highlights:What Is the Orion Nebula? Learn about Messier 42, a 23-light-year-wide cloud of gas and dust in the Orion constellation, where over 3,000 stars are

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19:44

Milky Way Odyssey: Exploring the Wonders of Our...

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2025/01/08

Join host Amitesh on a breathtaking journey across the Milky Way in this episode of Cosmos in a Pod. From the closest star systems to the mysterious Galactic Halo, we’ll uncover the secrets of our galaxy’s diverse and dynamic features.Episode Highlights:Alpha Centauri and Beyond: Learn about the closest star system to Earth, including the intriguing Proxima Centauri b, a potential candidate for habitability.Strange Exoplanets: Discover alien worlds like K2-141b, with molten rock oceans, and GJ

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26:15

Titan: Saturn’s Mysterious Moon of Methane and...

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2025/01/08

In this captivating episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh guides us through the wonders of Titan, Saturn’s largest moon and one of the most intriguing places in our solar system. With its thick orange atmosphere, methane rivers, and a hidden ocean beneath its icy crust, Titan is unlike any world we’ve explored.Episode Highlights:A World of Methane: Learn about Titan’s unique geography, where liquid methane carves out rivers and seas under a nitrogen-rich atmosphere.Titan’s Hidden Ocean: Beneath

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15:49

From Ashes to Ice: Earth’s Evolution After the Dinosaurs

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2025/01/08

Earth’s history is a tale of resilience, transformation, and survival. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh takes you on a journey through the planet’s most dramatic eras—from the asteroid impact that ended the reign of dinosaurs to the icy grip of the Ice Ages and the dawn of human civilization. Explore how Earth recovered, evolved, and thrived through apocalyptic changes.Episode Highlights:The Cataclysmic Asteroid Impact: Discover how a 10-kilometer-wide asteroid wiped out 75% of life,

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16:58

Anomalous Worlds: The Strangest Planets in the Universe

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2025/01/07

The universe is stranger than we can imagine, with planets that defy expectations and push the boundaries of what we thought possible. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh takes you on an exhilarating journey to explore some of the most bizarre and mysterious planets ever discovered. These celestial oddities showcase the diversity and unpredictability of the cosmos.Episode Highlights:Kepler-413b—the disappearing planet: Discover a world with an oscillating orbit so dramatic it

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16:53

Earth’s Epic Evolution: From Cambrian Oceans to Human...

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2025/01/07

Earth’s history is a tale of transformation and resilience. From the first spark of life in the oceans to the reign of dinosaurs and the rise of humanity, our planet has evolved through billions of years of dramatic change. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh takes you on an unforgettable journey through Earth’s incredible story.Episode Highlights:The Cambrian Explosion: Discover the origins of complex life over 500 million years ago, when the oceans teemed with strange and diverse

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15:49

Mars Unveiled: The Story of a Watery World Lost to Time

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2025/01/07

Mars, the enigmatic Red Planet, wasn’t always the barren desert we see today. Billions of years ago, its rivers roared, lakes shimmered under a warm sky, and oceans stretched across its surface. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh takes you on a journey through Mars’ ancient geography, exploring its transformation from a vibrant, water-rich planet to the desolate world we know today.Highlights of the Episode:The Watery Past: Discover how Mars’ dense atmosphere once supported vast rivers

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22:05

Cosmic Anomalies: From Rogue Planets to Stellar...

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2025/01/06

The universe is full of cosmic oddities—worlds and phenomena that push the boundaries of our understanding. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, join host Amitesh as we explore some of the strangest and most fascinating anomalies in deep space.Highlights from the Episode:T Garden b: An Earth-like planet near a volatile red dwarf star with extreme tidal locking, where life might thrive in a narrow twilight zone.Kepler-413b: A gas giant with an unpredictable orbit, vanishing from view every 11 years

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24:11

Fiery Hearts and Cosmic Giants: A Journey Through the...

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2025/01/06

Stars are the cosmic powerhouses that light up our universe, create the elements of life, and inspire our quest for understanding. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, join host Amitesh as we explore the incredible diversity of stars, from our familiar Sun to massive supergiants and mysterious stellar nurseries.Key Highlights:The Basics of Stellar Diversity: Discover how stars differ in size, temperature, and lifespan, yet all share the common process of nuclear fusion at their cores.The Sun: Learn

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17:41

Beyond Earth: The Complex Quest for Habitable Worlds

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2025/01/06

What makes a planet habitable? Is it size, temperature, or just the right distance from its star? The search for habitable exoplanets goes far beyond finding an Earth twin—it’s about uncovering the intricate balance of conditions that could support life in the universe.In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, we explore:The Limits of the Earth Similarity Index (ESI): Why comparing planets solely to Earth doesn’t tell the full story.New Metrics for Habitability: How factors like stellar activity, tidal

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20:45

Andromeda: A Tale of Stars, Collisions, and Cosmic...

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2025/01/05

Step into the vast expanse of space as we uncover the captivating story of the Andromeda Galaxy, our closest galactic neighbor. From the supernova that first hinted at its true nature to the breathtaking discovery that it’s an entire galaxy—Andromeda has been at the heart of astronomical exploration.In this episode, we’ll explore:The dazzling supernova of 1885 and its role in reshaping our understanding of the universe.Andromeda’s fascinating double nucleus, harbouring a supermassive black hole.The

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