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Cosmically Curious

Cosmically Curious

Written by: NHPR
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 A space-focused segment from NHPR hosted by Patrick McNameeKing. It's all about celebrating the night sky with a healthy dose of joy, curiosity and zero pretension. Each week we’ll cover topics ranging from the latest NASA missions, to events happening in the night sky, to space in pop culture. It’s science for everyone—whether you’re an amateur astronomer or someone who’s never held a telescope. Astronomy & Space Science Science
Episodes
  • Learn about the Starlight Challenge

    Learn about the Starlight Challenge
    Apr 16 2026
    The Starlight Challenge is a self-guided astronomy project for anyone interested in learning more about the night sky.
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    2 mins
  • The search for extraterrestrial intelligence

    The search for extraterrestrial intelligence
    Apr 10 2026
    What techniques do researchers use in searching for what we know as "intelligence."
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    2 mins
  • Why Artemis II is more than just a victory lap

    Why Artemis II is more than just a victory lap
    Apr 3 2026
    Last week, Artemis II lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida. If we already conquered the Moon decades ago, are we simply "doing laps" now?
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    2 mins
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