Spacewalk Records, Hidden Black Holes, and Martian Climate Secrets: S04E27

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E27
In this episode of Astronomy Daily, host Anna uncovers an array of thrilling developments in space exploration and astronomical discoveries. From record-breaking achievements aboard the International Space Station to groundbreaking revelations about supermassive black holes, this episode is packed with insights that will ignite your curiosity about the cosmos.
Highlights:
- Record-Breaking Spacewalk: Join us as we celebrate astronaut Suni Williams, who has set a new record for total spacewalking time during a crucial maintenance mission aboard the ISS. Discover the challenges she and Butch Wilmore faced while removing faulty communications hardware and conducting experiments that could impact future space exploration.
- Boeing's Starliner Investigation: Get the latest updates on the ongoing investigation into Boeing's Starliner test flight issues. Learn how engineers are addressing propulsion system anomalies and what this means for the future of crewed space missions.
- Hidden Supermassive Black Holes: Dive into the exciting discovery of hundreds of previously hidden supermassive black holes lurking in the universe. Find out how innovative infrared detection methods are reshaping our understanding of these cosmic giants and their role in galaxy formation.
- Mars's Ancient Climate: Explore new research revealing Mars's dramatic climate swings billions of years ago and how these fluctuations may have allowed the planet to sustain liquid water. This groundbreaking study raises intriguing questions about the potential for ancient life on Mars.
- Stunning Earth Views: Experience breathtaking new perspectives of our planet, including images from the Japanese lunar lander ispace's Resilience and the new ultra HD cameras aboard the ISS providing continuous 4K views of Earth. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/live/fO9e9jnhYK8?si=W92rkwlmOhCrmfma
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Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
00:00 - Astronomy Daily brings you the latest in space and astronomy news
00:50 - Suni Williams breaks spacewalking record aboard the ISS
03:20 - Updates on Boeing's Starliner investigation
06:15 - Discovery of hidden supermassive black holes
09:30 - Mars's ancient climate and liquid water potential
12:20 - Stunning new views of Earth from space
15:00 - Conclusion and upcoming content
✍️ Episode References
NASA
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov)
Boeing Starliner
[Boeing Starliner](https://www.boeing.com/space/starliner)
Mars Research
[Mars Research](https://mars.nasa.gov)
ispace
[ispace](https://ispace-inc.com)
Earth From Space
https://www.youtube.com/live/fO9e9jnhYK8?si=W92rkwlmOhCrmfma
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io)

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