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The official monthly podcast from Kielder Observatory in Northumberland UK, situated under some of the darkest skies in the world.
If you've ever wondered what happens when you fall into a black hole, if intelligent life is watching us from other galaxies, or how the North East is at the forefront of the British Space programme, then you can find out more in this series!
Each month we also update you on the things to look out for in the night sky wherever you are, and of course update you on what's happening at the observatory too!
Subscribe now, and maybe we'll see you at Kielder soon!
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Recent Episodes
Dark Matter - the Ghost in the Machine, with Prof Richard Massey
In this episode, we dive deep into the "invisible scaffolding" of the cosmos with Professor Richard Massey. Richard and his team at Durham University recently made headlines by releasing the…
Mission to the Moon! Everything you need to know about Artemis II
In this episode, we venture beyond the dark skies of Northumberland to the launchpads of Florida. We dive deep into the Artemis II mission, NASA’s historic first crewed flight to the Moon in over…
Introducing our new observatory, and it's at a pub!
In this episode Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy Dan Pye chat under the virtual night sky of our planetarium, which you will find at our brand new extra location in Northumberland!In addition to…
Cannibal Aurora, Comets & Cosmic Phenomena - Nov 2025
In this episode, Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy Dan Pye explore the fascinating world of solar flares and their impact on Earth's auroras. Dan shares insights on the recent X5.1 solar flare…
Why you should love the Fly! Dr Erica McAlister
Before you swat a fly next time, consider without them we wouldn't have chocolate! The advice of expert in all things flies Dr Erica McAlister, who joins Ian Brannan and Dan Pye to discuss the role…
Talking the summer night sky - On Location at Kielder
Summer means light nights but that doesn't mean there's nothing going on at the observatory, far from it there has been lots both at the observatory and in space to talk about!Director of Astronomy…
Noctilucent Clouds: The Summer Spectacle You Can't Miss
In this episode of the Kielder Observatory Podcast, join Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy, Dan Pye, as they explore the intriguing developments in the search for alien life and discuss Elon…
Apollo Remastered Live With Andy Saunders
Recorded live in Hexham Andy Saunders, the author of Apollo Remastered, discusses wit Dan Pye & Ian Brannan how he brought the Moon landings to life with stunning, high-definition images restored…
At HELIOS with creator Luke Jerram
In this episode Director of Astronomy Dan Pye, and Ian Brannan head to Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland, to get up close to The Sun! HELIOS is the latest creation of artist Luke Jerram, whose…
Amazing Space Rocks! With Dr Luke Daly
Join us in this captivating episode of the Kielder Observatory podcast as we explore the origins of life and the universe with Dr. Luke Daly, an expert in planetary geoscience from the University of…
NASA Astronaut CLAY ANDERSON!
In this very special episode we are joined by a man who has spent 166 days aboard the international space station, flying on the Shuttle, and conducting over 38 hours of spacewalks! Clay shares his…
Meteor Shower Season - November Update!
Crisp winter nights are back, and with clear skies that makes for perfect star gazing conditions for the whole family to wrap up warm and see some amazing things..! It is a busy time for meteor…
The Search For Life - Professor Wallace Arthur
Life IS 100% out there, we just need to find it, however that's not to say other life hasn't found us..! A few of the insights from evolutionary astrobiologist Wallace Arthur, who joins us once again…
Autumn Skies Are Here!
We are recording on location at the Kielder Observatory. As the seasons change and autumn approaches, join host Ian Brannon and a panel of space experts as they delve into the latest celestial events…
Saving Earth from Space thanks to the Cold War!
In this episode of the Kielder Observatory podcast, we venture into the fascinating world of remote sensing with Professor Danny Donoghue from Durham University. Discover how legacy satellite data…
Martian Frost, Comets, and Summer Stargazing!
As we head through the middle part of the year, Ian Brannan and Director of Astronomy Dan Pye look at the Summer Triangle, a collection of constellation which take centre stage in the night sky at…
The "Super Earth" & New Rockets - May Update!
In this episode Ian Brannan & Director of Astronomy Dan Pye take a look at some of the recent space stories making the news, including the discovery of an Exo Planet dubbed "Super Earth". Find…
Astrophotography, Eclipses & Aurora!
This month we record the podcast at the observatory itself, and it's a Dan fest. Host Ian Brannan is joined by Director of Astronomy Dan Pye, and Director of Astrophotography Dan Monk, to discuss a…
The Black Hole from the dawn of time & meet our new CEO!
The spring equinox is approaching, and in this month's episode Director of Astronomy at Kielder Observatory Dan Pye joins us to look ahead to an interesting time of year as the seasons change! Plus…
Aurora Hunting Inside The Arctic Circle!
February is the month of love, and in this episode of the Kielder Observatory Podcast discover how to see a heart light years away in space! Our Director of Astronomy Dan Pye explains the other…
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Kielder Observatory Podcast has published 56 episodes since October 2020, covering topics in Astronomy, Science.
Kielder Observatory Podcast is currently active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 46m.
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