Best Radio Meteor Podcasts (2024)

Stars aren’t always good neighbors. They can drag away planets from other stars. In some cases, they grab the planets for themselves. In others, they fling the planets away, to wander through space alone. And they might even fling away two or more planets, which then move through space together as “Jumbos” – Jupiter-Mass Binary Objects. Astronomers…

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Undetected: Fritz Joubert Duquesne Part 2 5:38

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This week, Megan and Alessia resolve the cliffhanger of the previous episode as Fritz Duquesne continues his quest for revenge and adventure.By Student Content

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The Social Mediators: Black Rock 22:06

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This week we talk about Black Rock, aka "the company that owns the world." Tune in for financial conspiracy theories, a lucid but apparently irrelevant description of ESG, and a geology lesson!By Student Content

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Football: Hillsdale vs. Walsh, 10/13/24 2:50:38

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Football: Hillsdale vs. Walsh, 10/13/24 George Accola and Paul Marchitti on the call for WRFHBy Student Content

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Moon and Saturn 2:20

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This has been a big year for exploring the Moon. The highlight came in June, when a Chinese mission landed on the lunar farside – the side we never see from Earth. Chang’e 6 then scooped up some samples and brought them to Earth for study – the first samples ever collected from the farside. A couple of less-ambitious missions touched down earlier i…

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Grus 2:20

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By the early 17th century, European sailors were being guided through southern seas by several birds – not on the wing, but in the stars. Five southern constellations were named for birds: the peacock, toucan, crane, and bird of paradise, plus a mythological bird that’s well known to Harry Potter fans: the phoenix. All of these constellations were …

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Collegian Week In Review: October 10th, 2024 21:01

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This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Moira Gleason, Thomas McKenna, and Caroline Kurt first discuss this issue's top headlines. Then, they talk to Catherine Maxwell about the recent hurricanes. Finally, they talk to Sophia Mandt about her article on chronic absences at Hillsdale County Schools.…

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Western Slope Skies - Chasing Northern Lights in Colorado 3:36

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Viewing Northern Lights in Colorado is certainly possible, even common at times, such as during high levels of solar activity also known as "Solar Maximum.”

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The Poetry Fix: Guigemar, Part Two 4:37

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This installment of Guigemar portrays our protagonist's fateful hunt of a white hind with a stag's antlers. Considering the supernatural legends associated with the white stag, you might think that Guigemar would take heed of the creature. The question is...will he?By Student Content

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Thursday Lunch: Leaves Are Falling and So Are We 21:54

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This Thursday Bella and Jillian invite you to sit down with them for Thursday Lunch. They discuss Falling over, falling in love, falling into place. But actually just falling over.By Student Content

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Hart on the Hill: Storms and Sensibility 21:25

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This week, Micah Hart discusses the two hurricanes that have hit the southeastern U.S., Israel's ongoing battle, several senate races, and more!By Student Content

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The Healing Hour: Set Your House in Perfect Order Before You Criticize the World 20:36

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Today, Adriana and Erika discuss Rule Six of Jordan Peterson's Twelve Rules for Life: Set Your House in Perfect Order Before You Criticize the World. They discuss the perils of nihilism, the triumph of choosing healing over harming others, and practical ways to set our own houses in order.By Student Content

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Word to the Wise: Review of "Am I Racist?" 22:01

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A mostly positive, jocular, and slightly cynical analysis of Matt Walsh's latest film.By Student Content

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Bleacher Boys: Wild Upsets, Wild Card Baseball, and Wild Guest 43:36

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The boys discuss the week of upset during Week 6 of College Football. Then, they talk some Wild Card Baseball. As always, the boys pick several games from the upcoming week of College Football, but they have a one-of-a-kind guest who brings a special challenge for the guys.By Student Content

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First Look 2:20

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Many of the ingredients for life here on Earth may have come from beyond Earth – delivered by asteroids or comets that hit our planet when it was young. And early analysis of samples of an ancient asteroid support that idea. A mission called Osiris-Rex collected about four ounces of dust and pebbles from the surface of Bennu. The asteroid is about …

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Vice Hit | 10.10.2024 35:26

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Today the boys celebrate the metric system of measurement. Also, there has only been one Vice President who has had a hit song. A very educational episode. Support the show: https://www.101x.com/cj See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CJ Morgan

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Grammar Minute: "Inflammable: In Flames or Un-Flammable?" 1:01

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Inflammable. Incombustible. Thanks, English. Learn the difference on today's episode of Grammar Minute!By Student Content

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Hanging On 2:14

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A star in Cassiopeia refuses to die. If astronomers are correct, it was “born” from the merger of two corpses. Such a collision usually blasts both stars to bits, but not this time. The combined star survived – also as a corpse. But it may not be completely dead. It’s producing a strong wind – a sign of possible rejuvenation. The star appears to be…

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Lil' Vizzy | 10.09.2024 27:49

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Today the boys discuss a cool meteorite impact in history, as well as the current temporary moon that the Earth has adopted until early November. Also, is Spenny single because he has an Android phone? CJ has survey information that suggests it's possible. Support the show: https://www.101x.com/cj See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…

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Young Skin 2:14

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Europa may have the best skincare routine in the solar system. Its surface is smoother than that of any other known solid body – in part because the surface is quite young. Europa is one of the four big moons of Jupiter. It’s a ball of ice and rock slightly smaller than our moon. Its crust is a fairly thin shell of ice. Below that, there appears to…

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You're It! | 10.08.2024 33:26

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Today the guys discuss National Touch Tag Day and reminisce on their childhoods playing the classic game of tag. Also, did Spenny ruin a concert for CJ? And why did he try to pay off a credit card with another credit card!? Support the show: https://www.101x.com/cj See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Old Ballgame: Pete Rose 2:02

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A look at the life of Pete Rose.By Student Content

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Europa 2:14

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If scientists took bets on where we might find life elsewhere in the solar system, the odds-on favorite almost certainly would be Europa, one of the large moons of Jupiter. It appears to have all the ingredients for life: water, energy, and chemistry. Europa is a bit smaller than our own moon. And it’s a bit farther from Jupiter than the Moon is fr…

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Back to the Brickyard: 1947 2:01

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The story of the controversial finish between Bill Holland and Mauri Rose.By Student Content

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The Social Mediators: Raw Milk 22:43

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This week we discuss raw milk: is it safe? is it evil? should we even drink any milk at all ever? Tune in to hear takes from the world's best TikTok microbiologists (oxymoron), the how-to on drinking raw milk without instantly dying, and the pros and cons of that raw milk lifestyle.By Student Content

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The Healing Hour: Do Not Let Your Children Do Anything That Makes You Dislike Them 23:01

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Today, Adriana and Erika discuss Rule Five of Jordan Peterson's Twelve Rules for Life: Do Not Let Your Children Do Anything That Makes You Dislike Them. They discuss how Dr. Peterson's ideas counter the modern trend of gentle parenting, weigh the merits of his advice, and talk about how to apply his ideas about child discipline to self discipline.…

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Back to the Brickyard: The Rear-Engine Revolution 2:01

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How the Indianapolis 500 drastically changed during the 1960s.By Student Content

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Undetected: Fritz Duquesne Part 1 5:09

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This week, Megan and Alessia explore Fritz Duquesne's backstory and learn how he made a sworn enemy of the British.By Student Content

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Astro Minute: Cats & Comets A3 1:01

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Search the night skies this October for a long-tailed treat. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!By Student Content

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Grammar Minute: "Imply vs. Infer" 1:01

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Who ate the last cookie--and what am I implying? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!By Student Content

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The Social Mediators: The Freemasons 22:11

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This week we discuss the Freemasons, from the lowest to the highest degree. Tune in to hear some of the conspiracies surrounding the organization and Garrett's artful way of shutting them down. There could still be some sketchy stuff. You'll have to tune in to find out.By Student Content

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In Media Res: D.C. vs. Heller 5:36

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Join Hershey and Stephanie as they discuss the landmark Supreme Court case D.C. v Heller and the meaning of the Second Amendment.By Student Content

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Flyover Features: Can Ivy League Students Read? 22:02

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Emma and Sophia discuss a viral Atlantic article about students at prestigious institutions struggling to read books.By Student Content

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The Poetry Fix: The Hunt (Guigemar) 4:31

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Today, we read an opening excerpt from Marie de France's Guigemar, a medieval tale of curses, courtly intrigue, and forbidden love. We examine the poet's characterization of the knight, Guigemar, and how his lack of tenderness foreshadows the dramatic events to follow.By Student Content

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State Facts: Iowa 5:01

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Nate is joined by Owen Ferguson to talk all about Iowa.By Student Content

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10/7/24 - An October Comet 2:00

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The media buzz is growing about what could be a bright comet gracing our skies this month. It’s called Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS, or “A3” for short, and astronomers have been eagerly anticipating its approach for many weeks.By Delta College Public Radio

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Moon Grooves 2:14

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The Moon huddles quite close to Antares this evening. The star represents the heart of the scorpion. They’re low in the southwest at nightfall. The Moon and Antares both played important roles in the astronomy and skylore of many cultures. And in at least one case, they may have overlapped. Close encounters between them – especially at full Moon – …

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Soundtracks of the Skyline: Paris 1:21

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Join Lilly Faye Kraemer as she explores the diverse musical scene in Paris, France!By Student Content

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Changing Venus 2:14

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Our concepts of the cosmos can change in a hurry. A good example is Venus, which comes closer to us than any other planet. Over the past seven decades, our ideas about the planet have changed a lot. And they’re still evolving. Venus is blanketed by clouds, which hide the surface. So as recently as the 1950s, some scientists thought the surface coul…

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Soundtracks of the Skyline: Nashville 1:31

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Join Lilly Faye Kraemer as she explores the rich musical history of Nashville, TN.By Student Content

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Moon and Venus 2:14

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The Moon probably was born in a “big whack” – a massive collision between the young Earth and another planet. Scientists are still working out the details of how that worked, but they mostly agree on the overall picture. But it took a long time to reach that conclusion. For much of the 20th century, in fact, scientists debated three other possible …

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Grammar Minute: Hoot Owls, Humans, and the Who/Whom Debate 1:00

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Humans and hoot owls have some vocabulary in common. Learn how to use the "owl words" correctly in today's episode of Grammar Minute!By Student Content

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Adult 'Ween | 10.03.2024 32:54

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Are adults taking over Halloween? CJ and Spenny discuss. Plus, CJ's trials and tribulations with the installation of his home toilets has finally come to an end. Hear the stunning conclusion to this saga on today's episode. Support the show: https://www.101x.com/cj See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Bleacher Boys: Baseball History, MLB Wild Card, and College Football Update 44:01

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The boys talk about the historical White Sox joined by a real fan of the team and then dive into the Tigers and MLB Wild Card Round. They also discuss the biggest college football games of Week 5 then make their picks for week 7.By Student Content

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Word to the Wise: Should you "Let it Go?" 21:57

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Join Ariel and Judah McDowell as they decide whether or not to "Let it Go," when it comes to Disney's cultural significance, and its not-so-subtle cultural messaging.By Student Content

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Hart on the Hill: To Veep or Not To Veep 22:41

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This week, Micah Hart discusses the 2024 vice presidential debate. He also talks about Iran and Israel.By Student Content

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Speedcubing Today: What is Speedcubing? 22:01

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Speedcubing Today is a show that interviews influential cubers around the sport. In today's episode I interview top play by play commentator, Manu Singhal, on what is speedcubing and what it has meant to him in his life.By Student Content

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Grammar Minute: Cats & Compound Nouns 1:01

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If Hadrian and Mittens are sitting in front of the fire, could it be that Hadrian or Mittens ... are going to get up and eat dinner? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!By Student Content

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