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Bedtime Astronomy

Bedtime Astronomy

By: Synthetic Universe
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 Welcome Bedtime Astronomy Podcast. We invite you to unwind and explore the wonders of the universe before drifting off into a peaceful slumber.

Join us as we take you on a soothing journey through the cosmos, sharing captivating stories about stars, planets, galaxies, and celestial phenomena.

AI-narrated, human-researched. We use synthetic voices to deliver deeply researched scientific content without compromise. The tech just lets us focus on what matters: bringing you mind-expanding content.

Let's go through the mysteries of the night sky, whether you're a seasoned stargazer or simply curious about the cosmos, our bedtime astronomy podcast promises to inspire wonder, spark imagination.


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Episodes
  • The Hubble Tension: Could Primordial Magnetic Fields Explain the Expanding Universe?

    The Hubble Tension: Could Primordial Magnetic Fields Explain the Expanding Universe?
    Feb 19 2026
    Astronomers are grappling with the Hubble tension—a major conflict in measurements of how fast the universe is expanding.

    Data from the cosmic microwave background point to a slower rate, while supernova observations suggest a faster one. New research proposes that primordial magnetic fields from the early universe may have influenced hydrogen formation and altered cosmic expansion.

    Recent simulations indicate these ancient magnetic effects could help reconcile the discrepancy, offering fresh insight into the physics of the infant universe and the origins of cosmic structure.

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    33 mins
  • Black Hole Binaries Revealed by Gravitational Lensing

    Black Hole Binaries Revealed by Gravitational Lensing
    Feb 18 2026
    Astronomers have proposed a new way to detect supermassive black hole binaries—by watching how they bend and magnify starlight. As two black holes orbit each other, their combined gravity acts as a rotating gravitational lens, producing predictable, repeating flashes from distant background stars.

    These light signals could reveal the pair’s masses and orbital motion long before they merge. Using wide-field sky surveys, researchers aim to turn black holes into natural telescopes, opening a new window into the evolution of the universe’s most powerful duos.

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    32 mins
  • Failed Supernova? How a Massive Star Quietly Became a Black Hole

    Failed Supernova? How a Massive Star Quietly Became a Black Hole
    Feb 17 2026
    Astronomers have identified a rare case in the Andromeda Galaxy where a massive star appears to have collapsed directly into a black hole—without exploding as a supernova. After nearly two decades of observations, researchers saw the star fade as its core imploded, while its outer layers dispersed more slowly due to internal convection.

    A lingering infrared glow now marks the aftermath, offering strong evidence for models predicting “failed supernovae.” This discovery suggests that many stellar-mass black holes may form in silence, reshaping our understanding of how these cosmic objects are born.

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    33 mins
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