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Sep 2024
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#453: Starliner Suit Dilemma, Iron Rain ...

Professor Fred Watson and Andrew Dunkley
About this episode
Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson in this captivating episode of Space Nuts, where they delve into the latest updates on the Boeing Starliner, the peculiar weather on planet Wasp 76 b, the bustling Kuiper Belt, and the mystery of Mars' missing water.
Episode Highlights:
- Starliner Troubles: Discover the latest issue plaguing the Boeing Starliner and the unique challenges faced by astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams.
- Wasp 76 b: Learn about the extreme weather on this distant exoplanet, where iron rain is a reality.
- Kuiper Belt Discoveries: New findings suggest the Kuiper Belt is more populated and extensive than previously thought.
- Mars' Water Mystery: Uncover the latest research on where Mars' water went and what it means for the planet's history.

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