The Milky Way Podcast

When we think of dust, we usually imagine something to wipe off our tables. But in space, dust is far more than a nuisance—it is the very building block of stars, planets, and maybe even life itself. In this episode, Prof. Hiroaki Katsuragi from Osaka University joins us to explore the fascinating world of cosmic […] The post #34 How Dust Shapes the Universe appeared first on Kanal K.

Volcanoes aren’t just found on Earth—they erupt across the solar system in the most unexpected ways! From fiery lava fountains on Jupiter’s moon Io to icy geysers on Saturn’s Enceladus, these cosmic volcanoes tell us amazing stories about distant worlds. In this episode, we explore how and why volcanoes erupt beyond Earth—and what they reveal […] The post #33 Volcanoes in the Solar System appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Ana Heras, Project Scientist for the European Space Agency’s PLATO mission. PLATO is a space telescope designed to find Earth-like planets around distant stars and help us understand which of them might be habitable. Dr. Heras shares how the mission works, what makes it special, and what it […] The post #32 Searching for New Earths with Dr. Ana Heras appeared first on Kanal K.

Exoplanet science has come a long way, but we are still searching for a true Earth twin. In this episode, we explore what’s changed in the past year, from JWST’s atmospheric breakthroughs to the rise of super-Earths, and set the stage for ESA’s PLATO mission—a bold step toward finding habitable worlds around Sun-like stars.Stay tuned […] The post #31 The New Exoplanet Era appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode, I talk with Professor Herbert Huppert, renowned geophysicist and Fellow of the Royal Society. We explore his journey from growing up in Sydney to becoming a leading figure in applying fluid mechanics to Earth sciences. It’s a relaxed conversation about his life, career, and the ideas that shaped his scientific path. Podcast […] The post #30 From Sydney to Cambridge: The Journey of Prof. Herbert Huppert appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Annapurni Subramaniam, Director of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, as she takes us through the remarkable legacy of IIA—from its historic foundations to its pivotal role in shaping Indian astronomy. Dr. Subramaniam sheds light on India’s growing presence in global space science through landmark missions […] The post #29 Dr. Annapurni Subramaniam, Director, Indian Institute of Astrophysics. appeared first on Kanal K.

With thousands of inactive satellites, rocket fragments, and other debris orbiting Earth, space debris has become a growing challenge for space missions. How does it impact satellites and future exploration? What are the latest advancements in debris removal? In this episode, we sit down with Professor Arun K. Misra, a leading expert in satellite dynamics, […] The post #28 Understanding Space Debris with Prof. Arun K. Misra appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode, we journey to the heart of our solar system to uncover the groundbreaking story of NASA’s Parker Solar Probe—the fastest human-made object and the first to „touch“ the Sun. Join us as we explore why studying our „average“ Sun is anything but ordinary. Discover the mysteries of the Sun’s corona, the origins […] The post #27 Exploring the Sun with Parker Solar Probe appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode, we will talk about how dinosaurs were wiped out from our planet Earth by an Asteriod and how we can save our planet if anything like that ever happens again. We will also discuss about a few famous Asteriods and future mining missions. Sendung vom 05.01.2025 Moderation und Redaktion: Tejpreet Kaur The post #26 Rocks from the Space, Vol. II appeared first on Kanal K.

In this episode of the Milky Way Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of asteroids! Have you ever wondered why some meteors light up the sky in vibrant colours and where they come from? What are asteroids made of, and how do they connect to Earth’s history? I will answer all my curious friend […] The post #25 Rocks from the Space appeared first on Kanal K.