Episodes

  • Astronomy for Development With Kevin Govender

    Astronomy for Development With Kevin Govender
    May 7 2025
    Kevin Govender leads the International Astronomical Union’s Office of Astronomy for Development. The impact the office has had around the world through grants and programs has been huge. Now in its second decade, the office is focusing on flagship programs. Chapters Introduction to Astronomy for Development: 0:00Mission and Vision of the OAD: 4:28The Role of Astronomy in Community Development: 9:46Flagship Projects and Their Impact: 15:45The Power of Collaboration in Astronomy Outreach: 29:41Global Impact of Astronomy Programs: 37:11Funding and Support for OAD Initiatives: 40:24Addressing Inequality Through Astronomy: 46:45Empowering Communities Through Astronomy: 54:11Significance of the First IAU General Astembly in Africa in […]
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • From Algeria to the Rest of Africa with Jamal Mimouni

    From Algeria to the Rest of Africa with Jamal Mimouni
    Apr 19 2025
    Jamal Mimouni takes on an astronomy journey through Africa starting with his long-standing, active group in Algeria.
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    45 mins
  • Exploring Space from Above and Below with Ron Rosano

    Exploring Space from Above and Below with Ron Rosano
    Apr 2 2025
    From making a telescope with John Dobson to going to space, Ron Rosano has shared the cosmos from his special perspective.
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    38 mins
  • Inspiring Girls and Refugee Children in Nigeria with Olayinka Fagbemiro

    Inspiring Girls and Refugee Children in Nigeria with Olayinka Fagbemiro
    Mar 19 2025
    From children in Internally Displaced People (IDP) camps who have escaped Bobo Haram to girls who don't know that science is an option for them, Olayinka and her team bring STEM through astronomy to the unserved of Nigeria.
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    55 mins
  • Astrophotography and Aboriginal Sky Lore in Western Australia with John Goldsmith

    Astrophotography and Aboriginal Sky Lore in Western Australia with John Goldsmith
    Mar 5 2025
    John takes us on a journey through a wondrous landscape that melds alien-like terrain, spectacular skies, and the ancient lore of the Aboriginal community.
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    1 hr
  • Astronomy, Mental Health, and Community with Joyful Mdhluli

    Astronomy, Mental Health, and Community with Joyful Mdhluli
    Feb 19 2025
    Joyful shares her work at the Office of Astronomy for Development of the International Astronomical Union where she focuses on the Astronomy for Mental Health flagship program, which leverages the rejuvenating impact of nature and the awe of contemplating the universe in fostering self-exploration and reflection.
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    34 mins
  • Bringing the Cosmic Web Down to Earth with Mark Neyrinck

    Bringing the Cosmic Web Down to Earth with Mark Neyrinck
    Feb 5 2025
    In a fascinating episode that takes us from the neurons in our brain to the largest structure of the Universe, cosmologist Mark Neyrinck shares his insights (featured on PBS Nova) into the large-scale cosmic web of galaxies and filaments that form the Universe, similar structures in nature like trees and rivers, and how we can visualize it all through innovative hands-on techniques like origami.
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    38 mins
  • Access to the Universe: DEI in Astronomy with Jörg Matthias Determann

    Access to the Universe: DEI in Astronomy with Jörg Matthias Determann
    Jan 30 2025
    The author of "Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Astronomy: A Modern History", Jörg discusses the value of astronomy for all cultures, how its universal appeal connects us, and how even science fiction can inspire marginalized groups.
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    51 mins