S03E209: Planetary Parade, Record-Breaking Rockets, and Skynet’s Satellite Mystery

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S03E209
Welcome to Astronomy Daily, your go-to source for the latest in space and astronomy. I'm your host, Steve Dunkley, and today, we're diving into some fascinating and quirky stories from the cosmos.
Highlights:
- Planetary Parade Alert: Prepare for the celestial spectacle as six planets align in the night sky this January. Discover how to catch this planetary parade, featuring Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus, and get tips on the best viewing times.
- Record-Breaking Student Rocketry: Celebrate the achievements of the University of Southern California's Rocket Propulsion Lab as they set a new amateur altitude record. Learn about the technical feats that propelled their Aftershock 2 rocket to unprecedented heights.
- Blue Origin's Next Space Tourists: Meet the crew for Blue Origin's upcoming suborbital mission, including TV host Emily Calandrelli. Get the scoop on the mission's lineup and the competitive world of space tourism.
- Mysterious Satellite Movements: Delve into the mystery of the UK's oldest satellite, Skynet 1A, which has unexpectedly shifted its orbit. Explore the implications of this orbital anomaly and the potential risks it poses.
- Future of U.S. Space Exploration: Examine the potential shifts in NASA's focus with President-elect Donald Trump's second term and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's influence. Discuss the possible impacts on the Artemis program and the U.S. space strategy.
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Thank you for tuning in. This is Steve and Hallie signing off. Until next time, keep watching the skies and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.

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