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A podcast for Tooterheads from Tooterville.
This podcast is a guided exploration of big ideas, told one subject at a time. Each season takes on a single theme and examines it from many angles—slowly, thoughtfully, and with a sense of curiosity that values understanding over expertise. Episodes are designed to be approachable and engaging, whether you’re deeply familiar with the topic or encountering it for the first time. The goal isn’t to overwhelm, but to invite listeners into a shared process of discovery.
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S1E20 S1E20 - The Kuiper Belt
Send us Fan MailThe Kuiper Belt is a vast region beyond Neptune filled with icy objects. In this episode, we explore its structure and significance. We talk about how it preserves the solar system’s…
S1E19 S1E19 - Kepler's Supernova
Send us Fan MailKepler’s Supernova was observed over 400 years ago, but its story continues. In this episode, we explore what happens when a star explodes. We talk about historical observations and…
S1E18 S1E18 - Sagittarius A
Send us Fan MailSagittarius points toward the center of our galaxy. In this episode, we explore constellations, perspective, and what lies beyond the stars we see. We talk about how ancient sky maps…
S1E17 S1E17 - The Oort Cloud
Send us Fan MailThe Oort Cloud is a vast, invisible shell surrounding the solar system. In this episode, we explore where comets come from and how far the Sun’s influence really reaches. We discuss…
S1E16 S1E16 - Eris
Send us Fan MailEris is one of the most distant known objects in our solar system. In this episode, we explore how its discovery reshaped planetary science. We talk about the debate it sparked and…
S1E15 S1E15 - Mars
Send us Fan MailMars has captivated human imagination for centuries. In this episode, we explore its red surface, ancient rivers, and ongoing exploration. We talk about why Mars lost its atmosphere…
S1E14 S1E14 - Hoag's Object
Send us Fan MailHoag’s Object looks like a cosmic ring floating alone in space. In this episode, we unpack why this galaxy is so unusual. We explore theories about its formation and why none fully…
S1E13 S1E13 - Proxima Centauri
Send us Fan MailProxima Centauri is the closest star to our Sun, but still unimaginably far away. In this episode, we explore what it means to have a stellar neighbor. We talk about exoplanets, red…
S1E12 S1E12 - Pluto
Send us Fan MailPluto may no longer be called a planet, but it’s far from insignificant. In this episode, we explore Pluto’s icy mountains, thin atmosphere, and surprising complexity. We discuss how…
S1E11 S1E11 - Venus
Send us Fan MailVenus is often called Earth’s twin, but the resemblance ends quickly. In this episode, we explore how Venus became a runaway greenhouse world. We talk about thick clouds, crushing…
S1E10 S1E10 - Ganymede
Send us Fan MailGanymede is the largest moon in the solar system, even bigger than Mercury. In this episode, we explore its magnetic field, icy crust, and possible underground ocean. We talk about…
S1E9 S1E9 - Jupiter
Send us Fan MailJupiter is the giant of our solar system, both massive and influential. In this episode, we explore its swirling storms, powerful gravity, and enormous family of moons. We discuss how…
S1E8 S1E8 - The Pink Moon
Send us Fan MailThe Pink Moon isn’t actually pink, but its name carries centuries of meaning. In this episode, we explore where lunar names come from and why they mattered to early cultures. We talk…
S1E7 S1E7 - The Wild Duck Cluster
Send us Fan MailThe Wild Duck Cluster is a dense swarm of stars moving together through space. In this episode, we talk about star clusters and how they form. We explore why this particular cluster…
S1E6 S1E6 - Umbriel
Send us Fan MailUmbriel is one of the darkest moons in the solar system, both literally and figuratively. In this episode, we explore its heavily cratered surface and mysterious composition. We…
S1E5 S1E5 - Earth
Send us Fan MailEarth is our home, but it’s also a planet worth studying like any other. In this episode, we step back and look at Earth from a cosmic perspective. We talk about what makes Earth…
S1E4 S1E4 - Europa
Send us Fan MailEuropa is an icy moon with a secret ocean beneath its surface. In this episode, we explore why scientists believe liquid water exists far from the Sun. We talk about cracked ice,…
S1E3 S1E3 - Hanny's Voorwerp
Send us Fan MailHanny’s Voorwerp is one of astronomy’s happiest accidents. Discovered by a volunteer citizen scientist, this strange glowing object challenged astronomers to rethink what they were…
S1E2 S1E2 - Mercury
Send us Fan MailMercury is the smallest planet in our solar system, but it carries some of the biggest extremes. In this episode, we explore its scorching days, freezing nights, and surprisingly…
S1E1 S1E1 - Tau Canis Majoris
Send us Fan MailTau Canis Majoris is a massive, luminous star system hiding in plain sight within a familiar constellation. In this episode, we explore what makes this star unusual, including its…
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