Are there green stars? In this episode, we explore a question that sounds simple—but has a surprising answer. Learn how star colors are linked to temperature, why we see some stars as red, blue, or yellow, and why green stars don’t appear green to us—even when they do emit green light! We also talk about visible light, wavelengths, how our eyes interpret color, and what the Sun’s color really is. By the end, you’ll understand what a G-type star is, how stars are classified, and why the night sky doesn't shine in green.

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What might happen if you left the universe? In this episode, we explore the mysteries of cosmology, from the limits of the observable universe to the mind-bending idea of multiverses. We break down concepts like space, time, dark energy, and Max Tegmark’s levels of parallel universes—while reminding ourselves that some of these are still just ideas waiting for ways to be tested.

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Galaxies

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Will NASA Find Life on Mars?

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How do space shuttles work?

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How big is space?

Horizon
Astronomical Unit
Light Year
Speed of Light
Galaxy
Laniakea

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Why Was Pluto Kicked Out of the Solar System?

For advanced readers, parents, and educators interested in exploring this idea more here are a few resources to get started with:

Moons are planets: Scientific usefulness versus cultural teleology in the taxonomy of planetary science: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0019103521004206 (This paper gives an excellent overview of the history and current usage of the term planet.)

Geophysical Planet Definition: https://www.hou.usra.edu/meetings/lpsc2017/pdf/1448.pdf

News article about planetary scientist letter to IAU: https://spaceref.com/press-release/planetary-scientists-and-astronomers-oppose-new-planet-definition/

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Do other planets (specifically Proxima B and Proxima C) have atmospheres and volcanoes?

The episode on finding exoplanets: https://www.arwenhubbard.com/podcasts/found-in-space-a-science-podcast-for-kids-and-teens/episodes/2147842696

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Is the sun green like some of my friends say and if it changes colors then will life be different? We learn about what light is, how colors work, and what color tells us about stars.

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Another name for alien is extraterrestrial life, which means life from beyond Earth. Astrobiology is the study and search for this life. This week's episode will elaborate on what a planet requires to accommodate life.

Tune in!

During this episode, you will learn about:

[00:01] Episode introduction

[00:18] Today's question: are aliens real?

[01:36] Defining Astrobiology and its meaning

[03:52] What to look for in a living environment

[04:04] Characteristics of living environments on Earth

[07:07] Habitable zone

[07:42] Does life elsewhere have to be the same as that found on Earth?

[09:42] Possible presence of life within the solar system

Characteristics of living environments on Earth

• Presence of liquid water
• Presence of carbon
• Presence of energy

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“Stars”

What are stars? Why are they different colors? And how does fusion work?

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“Why does Saturn have rings?”

This episode we explore Saturn and rings. We look at what rings are, which objects have them, and how we think they may have formed. We also introduce the idea of spectroscopy and how we can learn about objects' compositions from a distance.

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“How do we find exoplanets if they are so far away?”

Techniques for Finding Far-Away Exoplanets

One of the most exciting topics ever is exploring space. You get to feed your curiosity concerning interesting topics such as the emergence of new planets and the exploration of distant regions in space. Today's topic discusses the various techniques used to study exoplanets. Exoplanets are planets outside our solar system orbiting around other stars. Most of these techniques involve studying a patch of the sky for a long time and observing the behavior of the stars.

Tune in!

During this episode, you will learn about the following:

[00:01] Episode introduction

[00:25] Today's topic: How to find far-away exoplanets

[00:41] What is an exoplanet?

[01:51] Defining a light year

[02:44] Techniques for finding exoplanets

[03:14] #1Transit (eclipse) method; focuses on how bright the star is

[06:14] #2 Wobble (radio velocity) method; focuses on the color of the star

[06:33] Red-shift and blue-shift

[09:18] Advanced NASA telescopes can be used to observe stars and planets orbiting it

[10:24] Episode recap

[10:37] The future in finding exoplanets

Notable Quotes

• "In order to get to exoplanets, we would have to travel for hundreds or thousands of light years." [01:31]
• "Planets, although they are big compared to a human, compared to a star, planets are really small." [02:32]
• "We know how close the planet is to the star because of how long it takes to go around it, and we know how big the planet is." [05:25]
• "We have to watch for a long time if we want to find planets far away from the star." [05:45]
• "When objects giving off light move away from the observer, that light seems slightly redder than when the object is standing still. And when it's moving towards us, that light looks a little bit bluer than it would if it stayed still." [06:33]
• "When planets orbit their stars, they are tugging on their stars." [07:20]

Let's Connect!

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• Website: https://www.arwenhubbard.com/

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Make your own pinhole camera: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/learn/project/how-to-make-a-pinhole-camera

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Is there water on the Sun? It might sound impossible, but the answer is yes—in a way! In this episode, we dive into the science of the Sun to find out how water vapor can exist in its cooler regions called sunspots. Along the way, we explore the states of matter, learn what plasma is, and discover how scientists use a tool called spectroscopy—kind of like reading a rainbow barcode—to detect different elements, even on the surface of a star. We also talk about how spacecraft like the Parker Solar Probe help us study the Sun from a safe distance. Get ready to explore one of the hottest, most surprising places in the solar system!

Here is a fun espiode from SciShow that I wrote on the topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPmlHD8xmCQ

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Parents, in this episode we do mention WWII and the Cold War because we discuss the history of rocket development. This is done in an age appropriate and gentle manner, but if your listener is sensitive to the idea of conflict or war you may want to give it a quick listen first to make sure it is a good fit. As always we end on an inspirational and cheerful note.

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