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Unlock the universe's hidden mysteries with Star Secrets, a podcast blending cosmic storytelling and cutting-edge astronomy. Each episode dives into celestial phenomena—from supermassive black holes to exoplanet biosignatures—featuring interviews with astrophysicists, space mission specialists, and science communicators. Discover why neutron stars spin faster than blender blades, how dark matter shapes galaxies, and what alien atmospheres might smell like. Perfect for stargazers and science enthusiasts craving mind-bending concepts served with humor and wonder. New episodes every Thursday,...

'A book that will make the night sky your lifelong passion. An invitation to immerse yourself in the nature around you and the Universe beyond.' - Professor Brian Cox Venture into the great outdoors, switch off from your busy life and identify the wonders of the night sky. The Secret World of...

For most of human history, we have led not just an earthly existence but a cosmic one. Celestial cycles drove every aspect of our daily lives. Our innate relationship with the stars shaped who we are - our religious beliefs, power structures, scientific advances and even our biology. But over the last few centuries we have separated ourselves from the universe that surrounds us. And that disconnect comes at a cost. In The Human Cosmos, Jo Marchant takes us on a tour through the history of humanity's relationship with the heavens.