Episodes

  • Chemical Rays to Ultraviolet Light
    Dec 15 2025

    Moiya tells Connie about UV light from its discovery to its uses on Earth. Moiya gets bad news about a beloved actor and Connie comes up with a great circus-related metaphor for our solar system.

    Messages

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    • Listen to Spirits every Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Hipparchus, the first star mapper
    Dec 8 2025

    Moiya and ConStar talk about the life and works of Hipparchus, an ancient Greek astronomer who designed the dreaded stellar magnitude system.

    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Tiny Matters every Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    47 mins
  • Caution: Hot Jupiters Ahead
    Dec 1 2025

    Moiya tells ConStar about the biggest, hottest planets in the universe. Listen to find out why astronomers call them Hot Jupiters, how and where they form, and which celebrity Jupes get invited to walk the coveted blue carpet.


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Wow If True every other Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    59 mins
  • Cosmic Thanksgiving
    Nov 24 2025

    Moiya and ConStar share what they're grateful for in space. And since you're all space, you should know we're grateful for all of you listeners, too!


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    59 mins
  • Gaia Maps the Galaxy
    Nov 17 2025

    Moiya tells ConStar about the telescope that made the most precise map of the Milky Way galaxy ever... and how it made her cry. ConStar gets a little overwhelmed by the size of the universe and Moiya nerds out over a "fun math derivation" she did in grad school.


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to American Medieval every Wednesday

    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Moon is So Pretty
    Nov 10 2025

    Moiya and ConStar love the Moon! They talk to it, they're grateful for it, and they're here to answer all your questions about it.


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Simple & Clean every Sunday

    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • ConStar Intro Game Show Extravaganza!
    Nov 3 2025

    Welcome ConStar to the show!! Moiya leads Connie through a series of games, each more ridiculous than the last.

    New Host!:

    • ConStar is a writer, social media expert, and professional nerd. Follow her on IG at @constar24.


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Spirits every Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Host Connie Gibbs. @constar24
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her best friend ConStar demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Monsters in Space with ConStar
    Oct 27 2025

    Happy Halloweek, spooky friends! Moiya celebrates this week by telling her bestie ConStar about big, scary monsters out in space. Vampires, ghosts, and krakens, oh my!

    Guest Star:

    • ConStar is a writer, social media expert, and professional nerd. Follow her on IG at @constar24.


    Messages

    • Watch and follow THAT'S A LOT, please! Watch on YouTube, Instagram, and Tiktok
    • Become a star and join the patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod!
    • Go supernova and support Pale Blue Pod on PayPal
    • Listen to Tiny Matters every Wednesday


    Find Us Online

    • Website: palebluepod.com
    • Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod
    • Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod
    • Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod


    Credits

    • Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com
    • Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com
    • Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com
    • Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com


    About Us

    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and her comedian guests demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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    34 mins