There’s more than 1 way to send a spacecraft to VenusMars has been the bell of the planetary ball in the last few decades, but that’s not to say other planets in the solar system, like Venus, haven’t had a fair share of att...
LISTEN: 11 real pieces of practical advice that I use, almost dailyWhen it comes to advice, I like snippets. Rather than rambling stories and cliche anecdotes, I just want to hear something that rings true and do-able, that I can take aw...
How scientists know we’re not going to get squashed by an asteroidThis past year or so has been awful for a lot of reasons: a global pandemic, racial injustice, wildfires, a crazy active hurricane season and the list goes on -- but an a...
This show recommendation might be just what you need, no matter your age or political viewsA recent guest on “The Best Advice Show” has a brother who’s in high school who has been bumping heads a lot with his mom. But “in this moment, ‘Steven Universe’ is somet...
Making a big decision, and not sure what to do? Ask yourself this question to gain some clarityGretchen Rubin is a writer and podcaster who explores the issues of happiness, habits and human nature.
All the best ways to watch a space launchHave you ever watched a rocket launch? Some of us are in a position to do something like that fairly easily, based on where we live. For other people, it might be somethi...
Astronomers are working to make sure large satellite constellations don’t forever change the night skyBy the end of last summer, SpaceX had successfully launched nearly 700 satellites, known as the Starlink constellation, as part of CEO Elon Musk’s plan to create a space-...
Podcast reminds us, especially in the sandal-wearing months: Stop neglecting your feetYou know what might feel good? Giving a little more attention to your feet.
Who takes out the space trash? Space debris is growing, here’s what’s being done about itFor more than six decades, humans have been launching spacecraft into low-Earth orbit and out into the universe, including satellites that provide GPS and weather forecas...
Going through a rough patch? This ‘secret’ just might help you see things differentlyA recent podcast guest spoke about a useful life tip she picked up from a fictional character in a book.
Space Curious: The origin story of the International Space StationAt any given time, as we’re sitting in traffic or walking the dog, astronauts are working and living above us.
Give yourself a break: This insight is meant to help you treat yourself with kindnessIf you’re upset about a mistake you made or even something heavier, such as a relationship that ended, be kind to yourself.
This brilliant ‘1-minute rule’ just might help you get your life under controlAnything you can do in less than a minute, do without delay.
Feeling stressed? This breathing technique might be just the trick you needDid you realize just how powerful our breath can really be?
Are you Space Curious? Submit your intergalactic questions hereJust last year, for the first time in nine years, American astronauts launched from Florida’s Space Coast. In the years since the space shuttle program ended in 2011, for...
Joe Rogan says he’s leaving California for ‘a little bit more freedom’ in TexasComedian, podcaster, UFC commentator and former “Fear Factor” host Joe Rogan is trading the Californian sun for some Texas barbecue, as he announced his plans to relocate...
Expect the opposite -- and it just might alter your whole way of thinking, podcast host saysHave you ever taken a few minutes to think about your expectations -- expectations about life, the people around you, and yourself?
5 things to know about ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe, who is now a free man after his release earlier this weekIn case you missed it, Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershe Jr. was released earlier this week from a Florida halfway house. They were his first steps of freedom since he was ...
This advice just might change the way you think about people and their bodiesMaybe you bump into someone on the street who you haven’t seen in a while. It might feel natural to say something if that person looks different -- for example, if he or ...
On making your inbox your home: Don’t feel bad about a bulk-delete, journalist saysIf you’re a person who receives lots of email newsletters, or even just lots of email in general, journalist Ann Friedman offered this advice: Sometimes you have to give ...
This simple trick will make even the most average of tomatoes taste deliciousAnyone who loves tomatoes knows just how good they can be in the summertime.