Quasi Moons, Black Hole Jets, and a Leap Toward Interstellar Travel: S04E20

Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E20

Join host Anna for another captivating episode of Astronomy Daily, where we explore the latest discoveries and news from the cosmos. Today, we have an eclectic mix of stories that promise to spark your curiosity and expand your understanding of the universe.

Highlights:

- Earth's Quasi Moon Named: Meet Cardea, the newly named quasi moon that bridges the gap between moons and asteroids. Discover the fascinating story behind its name and its unique characteristics.

- Real-Time Black Hole Jets: Witness a groundbreaking observation of plasma jets forming in real time from a supermassive black hole, providing new insights into these cosmic phenomena.

- Innovative Interstellar Travel Concept: Learn about a revolutionary method using relativistic electron beams that could drastically reduce travel times to other star systems.

- Europe's Mars Ambitions: The European Space Agency unveils plans for advanced landing technologies aimed at a Mars mission set for 2035, paving the way for future exploration.

- Exciting Lunar Mission Update : Firefly's Blue Ghost lunar lander makes significant progress on its journey to the Moon, demonstrating groundbreaking navigation technologies.

- Upcoming Partial Solar Eclipse : Mark your calendars for March 29, 2025, when a stunning partial solar eclipse will grace the skies, with visibility across North America and Europe.

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Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.

00:00 - Astronomy Daily brings you the latest in space news and discoveries

00:50 - Earth's quasi moon has been officially named Cardea

03:10 - Astronomers witness the real-time formation of black hole jets

06:15 - New method proposed for interstellar travel using electron beams

09:20 - European Space Agency sets ambitious Mars exploration plans

12:05 - Firefly's Blue Ghost lunar lander progresses on its mission

15:00 - Upcoming partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025

✍️ Episode References

International Astronomical Union

[IAU](https://www.iau.org)

NASA

[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov)

European Space Agency

[ESA](https://www.esa.int)

Firefly Aerospace

[Firefly](https://fireflyspace.com)

Astronomy Daily

[Astronomy Daily](https://www.astronomydaily.io)

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