Awesome Astronomy - June Part 1: Supernova in a Summer Sky

Paul Hill and Dr. Jenifer “Dr. Dust” Millard host.  Damien Phillips, John Wildridge and Dustin Ruoff produce.   This month Jeni and Paul talk about: - The recent supernova in galaxy M101;  - Volcanic exoplanets; - The growing observational evidence putting the current Big Bang theory under strain, - And the history of water on both Earth and Mars. - Alien contact;  - Exoplanet detection and - How long it would take to accelerate to the speed of light.   Paul does a summer reading book review with three space books to keep you entertained on the beach this summer.   Jeni has a look at: - The Juice mission,  - Axiom 2,  - Future space station plans and - A round up of launches.   This month’s skyguide includes a discussion of noctilucent clouds and deep sky in the centre of our galaxy.   www.awesomeastronomy.com Bio: Awesome Astronomy explores the frontiers of science, space and our evolving understanding of the universe. Join Paul & Jeni for informative and fun astronomy programmes dedicated to space and astronomy news and monthly podcast extras covering hot topics and special interviews in the world of science and astronomy.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at [email protected].