Episodes

  • Lifeforce Movie Review

    Lifeforce Movie Review
    Oct 19 2026

    To celebrate spooky season, Connie and Moiya watched about the 1985 sci-fi horror movie Lifeforce. They share the parts of the move that peeved them and stole their hearts, then rate the movie on the pod's Official Movie Rubric.

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    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
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    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Rerun: Scary Stuff in Space

    Rerun: Scary Stuff in Space
    Oct 12 2026

    Moiya and Corinne reveal what scares them about space and try to soothe each other's fears. Get ready for cold temperatures, lonely rovers, empty voids, and galaxy clusters full of screaming souls.

    Messages

    • Order our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-pod
    • Order Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    59 mins
  • What's the best constellation?

    What's the best constellation?
    Oct 5 2026

    Connie is back to help Moiya prepare for a lecture on the history of constellations. After tracing the evolution of the zodiac and pole stars, they decide which constellation is the best of the IAU's 88.


    Messages

    • Order our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-pod
    • Order Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • Star Trek with Zila Treks

    Star Trek with Zila Treks
    Sep 28 2026

    Happy 60th birthday to Star Trek! To celebrate, Moiya chats with Zila Treks about the franchise's history and cultural impact. Zila tells Moiya about her favorite series, Deep Space Nine, and Moiya leads a matching game with the shows' various captains.


    Guest

    Zila Treks is a Star Trek content creator and community builder.

    Messages

    • Order our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-pod
    • Order Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Tiny Matters every Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    53 mins
  • Entangled States with Dr. Karmela Padavic-Callaghan

    Entangled States with Dr. Karmela Padavic-Callaghan
    Sep 21 2026
    What can quantum physics tell us about a life lived at the intersections and margins? According to Karmela and their new book, a lot! Moiya interviews Karmela and they talk about bad bubbles, quantum bones, and the power of abstract thinking.GuestDr. Karmela Padavic-Callaghan is a science journalist, quantum physicist, and author of the book Entangled States: a Life According to Quantum Physics. Check out their substack, Ultracold.MessagesOrder our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-podOrder Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal Listen to Wow if True every other WednesdayFind Us OnlineWebsite: palebluepod.comPatreon: patreon.com/palebluepodTwitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePodInstagram: instagram.com/palebluepodCreditsHost Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.comHost Connie Gibbs. @constar24Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.comCover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.comTheme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.comAbout UsPale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    59 mins
  • Invisible Rainbows with Dr. Alfredo Carpineti

    Invisible Rainbows with Dr. Alfredo Carpineti
    Sep 14 2026
    Astronomy writer Alfredo Carpineti tells Moiya about his new book, covering everything from fast radio bursts to historical book burnings to the late, great Dolly Parton. GuestDr. Alfredo Carpineti is an astrophysicist and science communicator. He is the creator and co-host of IFLScience’s podcast The Big Questions and the founder/chair of Pride in STEM, the largest UK charity committed to supporting LGBTQ+ folks in STEM fields. And he’s author of the book, Invisible Rainbows: the unseen universe beyond our sensesMessagesOrder our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-podOrder Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal Listen to This Guy Sucked every ThursdayFind Us OnlineWebsite: palebluepod.comPatreon: patreon.com/palebluepodTwitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePodInstagram: instagram.com/palebluepodCreditsHost Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.comHost Connie Gibbs. @constar24Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.comCover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.comTheme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.comAbout UsPale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    55 mins
  • Cloudy With a Chance of Starships by Dr. Seven Rasmussen

    Cloudy With a Chance of Starships by Dr. Seven Rasmussen
    Sep 7 2026
    Moiya interviews fellow astronomy writer Dr. Seven Rasmussen about her new book. They discuss the Drake equation, Fermi paradox, and Hollywood's disappointing portrayal of alien diversity. GuestDr. Seven Rasmussen is an astrobiologist and author of the new book, Cloudy With a Chance of StarshipsMessagesOrder our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-podOrder Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal Listen to Simple & Clean every SundayFind Us OnlineWebsite: palebluepod.comPatreon: patreon.com/palebluepodTwitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePodInstagram: instagram.com/palebluepodCreditsHost Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.comHost Connie Gibbs. @constar24Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.comCover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.comTheme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.comAbout UsPale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    53 mins
  • Rerun: Let's Play Outer Wilds

    Rerun: Let's Play Outer Wilds
    Aug 31 2026
    Moiya and Mischa gather around a campfire to play the video game Outer Wilds... or rather, Mischa plays and Moiya watches in fascination. Listen to hear what Moiya thinks about the game's ancient alien architecture and planet surface textures. Guest Star: Mischa Stanton is a multidisciplinary storyteller and the audio genius behind Pale Blue Pod's sound editing. Find Mischa online at mischastanton.com and check out their actual play podcast The Wandering Path and (speaking of video games) their Kingdom Hearts podcast Simple & CleanMessagesOrder our MERCH! certifiedcrucial.com/collections/pale-blue-podOrder Moiya's book, MOTHERS OF INVENTION Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal Listen to Dreaming Against the Machine every TuesdayFind Us OnlineWebsite: palebluepod.comPatreon: patreon.com/palebluepodTwitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePodInstagram: instagram.com/palebluepodCreditsHost Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.comHost Connie Gibbs. @constar24Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.comCover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.comTheme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.comAbout UsPale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    1 hr and 8 mins