AJ Perron

Pocket Science

Science EN ↓ 35 episodes

Exploring questions of Earth, existence and the unknown. Join us biweekly to explore the divide between science fiction and science fact. Use our Linktree stay caught up on all things Pocket Science. Previously the Universe-ity podcast.

Author

AJ Perron

Category

Science

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Aug 19, 2024

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Episodes

Ozone: The Vital Chemistry of Our Dying Atmosphere 20.06.2023

From halfway across the country, Jud and AJ join forces to talk about one of the Earth's most valuable features: the ozone layer. They discuss how it's created, how it's destroyed, and how without it we'd be literal toast. Additional topics include: the German Death Star, the Montreal Protocol, and bad acronyms. Check out our linktree to support us on all socials.

Neil deGrasse Tyson: Part 2 26.05.2023

Here it is. The second part of our ground-breaking discussion with Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson. Tune in to hear theories about the origins of our universe, the spectacular nature of black holes, or the future of spaceflight. Additional topics include: the cosmic horizon, the billionaire's space race, and the big rip. Special thanks to Louie Jordan and Dani Orris working behind the scenes for all the a...

Neil deGrasse Tyson: Part 1 12.05.2023

You read that right. This episode, we sit down for a conversation with Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson. We discussed everything from ChatGPT, why college today kind of sucks, and the difference between objective and personal truths, as discussed in his new book: Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization . Additional topics include: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Joan of Ark, and how to make y...

Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and the End of the Universe 08.05.2023

In this episode, Jud explains dark matter, its mysterious gravitational force, and how we know it exists while AJ discusses dark energy and the idea that perhaps empty space isn't....empty. By the end of this episode you'll want to hug -- or slap -- the nearest theoretical physicist. Additional topics include: a Newtonian physics crash course, the Hubble Constant, and the Big Rip

Is Private Space Travel Almost Here? 17.04.2023

In this episode, Jud and AJ ask the big question: "when do we get to go to space?". They'll dive into three major leaps in private space enterprise including SpaceShipOne, SpaceX Inspiration 4, and Blue Origin. Additional Topics Include: the Artemis Program, billionaires, and the world's best view... from the toilet. Click here to support us on all socials! link

Spaceflight: How Did We Get Here? 03.04.2023

This week, Jud and AJ talk about the history of space flight, including the Cold War, the Space Shuttle Program, and the International Space Station. Other topics: How to fly in space, rocket fuel, and solar sails. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/universe_ity

Why Are Space Suits So Expensive? 21.03.2023

This week, we take a look at the history of space suit development from NASA and discuss the brand new extravehicular suit from Collin's Aerospace. Other topics include: SpaceX, Space Force, and how long you'll survive without a helmet. Note: Axiom Space just revealed their new suit on 3/20! Linktree: https://linktr.ee/universe_ity

We Made a Star in a Lab 27.02.2023

On this episode, Jud and AJ explain nuclear fusion and how the National Ignition Facility is making breakthroughs in green energy. Additional Topics: atoms, plasma, and The Simpsons https://linktr.ee/universe_ity

How to Make A Wormhole... Kinda 07.02.2023

On this part two of the previous episode, Jud tells us all about how we took a picture of a black hole, and AJ explains what it would take to create a wormhole. Other topics include: Hawking's Radiation, time travel, and the Google quantum computer.

Black Holes: The Limit of Phyics 22.01.2023

AJ and new co-host Jud dive into a rabbit hole while learning about wormholes and blackholes. Linktree - https://linktr.ee/universe_ity You can find the show notes on our website from the linktree above.

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