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Space Weather Facts & Forecast

Join amateur space weather enthusiast Isaac Bredeman for the current space weather conditions, a forecast for the next few days and beyond, and to learn details about fascinating space weather phenomena. This podcast is released on the third Saturday of every month.

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13:09

Technological Impacts of Space Weather - What's at...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2025/06/10

Solar storms have a range of potentially disrupting effects on satellites, radio communications, and the power grid. While harm almost never comes from the average geomagnetic storm, it is important for companies to prepare in the event that an extreme storm brings risks of power blackouts or satellite loss. What is truly at risk, and how do we prepare when a storm is on its way? Tune in to find out! Also catch this week's space weather forecast, as we wait patiently watching the sun!

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10:17

Why are There More Auroras at the Equinoxes?

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2025/03/22

It's been known for over a century that auroral storms are stronger and more frequent around the spring and fall equinoxes. Why is this the case? In this episode I dig into the dynamics of the Russell-McPherron effect, a explanation for this variation proposed in 1973. And in the process, you just might learn a little more about the Bz and why it's so critical to aurora chasers! You'll also find this week's space weather forecast, as we wait for an incoming CME with a chance for Kp 7 storms!

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10:28

How to Observe Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas: When and...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2024/09/29

Last month I talked about a potential bright comet coming, and now it's here! In this episode I give the information you need to find it. Catch its morning show if you're lucky, or wait for the main event in October. I also provide this week's space weather forecast, as we watch and wait for solar flares!Live comet tracking updates: https://theskylive.com/c2023a3-info

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12:54

How to See the Next Bright Comet (Maybe), and How...

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2024/08/18

This fall, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is predicted to be visible to the naked eye, and some think it could be a truly bright spectacle. In this show, I give an overview of how to look for the comet in September and October. I also describe how space weather is responsible for many of a comet's classic features! Visit theskylive.com/c2023a3-info for up-to-date info on the comet's brightness and location, so you can point your own telescope at it.

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09:48

The Strongest Storm in a Generation: May 2024 vs....

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2024/07/19

On May 10, we experienced one of the strongest geomagnetic storms in the last 25 years. In this episode, I summarise the key points of this article by Christian Harris, to see how the storm stacks up against the other main contender this century. https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/news/view/544/20240517-let-s-compare-halloween-2003-vs-may-2024-solar-storms.html

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12:57

Parker Solar Probe: A Mission to Touch the Sun

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2024/06/12

This month on the podcast, I talk about a special mission that was launched to study the sun and space weather. It's called the Parker Solar Probe, and it continues to send back fascinating data from inside the solar corona. Listen to learn all about it! I also give next week's space weather forecast.To learn more about the Parker Solar Probe and view it in 3D: https://science.nasa.gov/mission/parker-solar-probe/

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10:29

How to Chase the Aurora: What Data to Look for Before...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2024/04/20

In this episode I break down by latitude what Kp and other data to watch for when going aurora chasing in the Northern Hemisphere. It can seem an endless sea of confusing data values relating to the aurora, but you can quickly learn what to look for to decide whether the aurora might be visible from your location. spaceweatherlive.com is a great site to check with all the info you need in a user-friendly view.

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10:15

Where is the Edge of the Solar System? Plus the Space...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2024/02/18

The solar system is huge, and it turns out that defining where it ends is tricky! Depending on the definition we use, we can come up with wildly different estimates for its size. Listen to the show for an exploration of this fascinating topic! You'll also hear next week's space weather forecast, with some farside sunspots to keep an eye on.

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11:21

Poles, Poles, and More Poles! How Does the Earth's...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2024/01/21

Today, I give an overview of the Earth's magnetic field. How is it formed and what does it do? Listen to find out! I also give the space weather forecast, in which the Sun may finally be waking from a long sleep!

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08:50

How Does the Sun Burn?

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/11/18

The sun clearly produces enormous amounts of light and heat, which sustain life on our planet. How does it do this? Is it a big ball of fire in space? I answer that and more in this episode. Additionally, I give the space weather forecast, with a chance for activity this weekend and next week.

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06:06

Space Weather and Solar Eclipses - How Are They Related?

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/10/21

On October 14, the annular solar eclipse I described in the last episode came and went. Hopefully you got to see it! Now, I'll be describing how solar eclipses affect space weather, and how they've been used to learn more about the sun. Also, I include the space weather forecast. The sun is surprisingly quiet this week!

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09:53

Solar Eclipses - What They Are, and How to See the...

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2023/09/16

In this show, learn what solar eclipses are and how to see two amazing upcoming ones! Here are the links to the useful pages I mention:October 14, 2023: timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2023-october-14 April 8, 2024: timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2024-april-8 Eclipse day weather: eclipsophile.com

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07:16

What is the Solar Radio Flux? And a Quiet Solar Forecast

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/08/19

The solar radio flux is an important value in space weather monitoring and helps gauge solar cycle strength. It also impacts HF radio. What is it? I explain in the show. Also, I give the space weather forecast, which is surprisingly quiet!

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09:22

A Brief History of Space Weather Observation - And...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/07/16

Today, I'm diving into a short history of space weather observation and forecasting, from the 19th century to the present day. Enjoy learning about space weather and keeping up to date on space weather news? Check out my new blog at https://space-weather-blog.blogspot.com/ ! The podcast release schedule is changing! Due to conflicting summer plans, shows will now come out on the third Saturday of the month.

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08:55

Supernovas! An Overview - Plus the Space Weather...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/06/11

Supernovas are a hot topic right now in the world of astronomy, as a new one was just discovered in the Pinwheel Galaxy! Listen to find out all about supernovas, their potential effects on Earth, and even how to see the newest one! You'll also find the space weather forecast, with a pretty quiet outlook.

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09:02

A Summary of Solar Radiation Storms

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/05/14

Solar radiation storms are yet another way space weather can impact humans and technology. How? All the answers are in the episode. I also include next week's space weather forecast, with a bit of a break from the constant activity we've had lately!

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07:51

STEVE - The Aurora’s Purple Companion! And a Break...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/04/09

Sometimes, not only the aurora glows in the night sky. STEVE is a phenomenon only discovered in 2016 that can also be found lighting up the upper atmosphere. What is it and how can you see it? Listen to find out! Included is next week's solar forecast, with the sun taking a break from major activity.

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06:48

An Intro to Solar Filaments and Prominences - And the...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/03/11

In this episode I take a look at two solar phenomena that are really the same thing with different names: filaments and prominences. Want to learn what they are or how they impact Earth? Listen to find out! There is also the space weather forecast, with filaments creating the main activity.

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07:50

An Update on Solar Cycle 25 Progress - And the...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/02/11

In this episode, I take a look at our solar cycle, cycle 25, and how it's progressing. One thing is for sure, predicting solar cycle strength is no easy task! Some material is taken from this article on SpaceWeatherLive by Christian Harris: https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/news/view/486/20230208-an-expansion-on-solar-cycle-prediction.html

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07:57

What are Radio Blackouts? And the Active Space...

Space Weather Facts & Forecast ·

2023/01/14

In this episode I cover radio blackouts: what they are, how they're connected to solar flares, why they matter, and more. I also give the space weather forecast, with many big flare players for an active start to the new year!

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