Rephonic
Artwork for NASA's Curious Universe
NASA
Aerosols
Climate Change
Auroras
Air Quality
Public Health
Osiris-Rex
James Webb Space Telescope
Satellite Data
Citizen Science
Astrophysics
Exoplanets
Parker Solar Probe
Dark Energy
Dark Matter
Asteroid Bennu
Sun
Total Solar Eclipses
Mars
Heliosphere

Come get curious with NASA. As an official NASA podcast, Curious Universe brings you mind-blowing science and space adventures you won't find anywhere else. Explore the cosmos alongside astronauts, scientists, engineers, and other top NASA experts who are achieving remarkable feats in science, space exploration, and aeronautics. Learn something new about the wild and wonderful universe we share. A... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes89Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Science

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for NASA's Curious Universe

Latest Episodes

Have you ever dreamed of spending a day in space? Humans have lived aboard the International Space Station for 25 years—or more than 9,000 consecutive days. In this episode originally published in 2021, experience a day in the life of astronauts Shan... more

In the space between stars, dark clouds of gas, dust, and ice mingle in a chemical laboratory unlike any on Earth. Ewine van Dishoeck, an astronomer who studies molecules in space and who helped develop an instrument aboard NASA’s James Webb Space Te... more

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is hard at work answering our biggest questions about the birth of our universe and faraway galaxies. But some astronomers are pointing its powerful eyes much closer to home. In this episode, Caltech astronomer Kathe... more

Some exoplanets—like a gas giant with rain made of glass and 5,000-mile-per-hour winds—sound like worlds dreamed up by a science fiction writer. But they’re real. From light-years away, scientists can uncover details about planets orbiting distant st... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Houston We Have a Podcast
Houston We Have a PodcastNational Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
The Supermassive Podcast
The Supermassive PodcastThe Royal Astronomical Society
Why This Universe?
Why This Universe?Dan Hooper, Shalma Wegsman

Recent Guests

Shane Kimbrough
A retired US Army officer and three-time space explorer, serving as commander of SpaceX Crew-2 and flight engineer for Expedition 65.
NASA
Episode: Encore: A Day In Space
Megan McArthur
An oceanographer and pilot of SpaceX Crew-2, also a flight engineer for Expedition 65.
NASA
Episode: Encore: A Day In Space
Thomas Pesquet
French astronaut and current crew member on the ISS, known for his scientific research and public engagement
European Space Agency (ESA)
Episode: Encore: A Day In Space
Ewine van Dishoeck
Astronomer based at the University of Leiden
University of Leiden
Episode: How Webb Illuminates Stars’ Cloudy Origins
Katherine de Kleer
Astronomer at Caltech focusing on solar system objects.
Caltech
Episode: What Webb Is Teaching Us About Our Solar System
Néstor Espinoza
Astronomer at Space Telescope Science Institute
Space Telescope Science Institute
Episode: Webb's Exoplanet Research Sounds Like Sci-Fi—But It's Real
Mic Bagley
James Webb Space Telescope Project Scientist for Data, Pipeline, Calibration, and Archives.
NASA
Episode: Why Webb's Earliest Galaxies Are Blowing Scientists' Minds
Andreas Joshi
Analog astronaut who participated in the bed rest study.
Episode: How Lying In Bed For 60 Days Helps Astronauts
Seward Rutkov
Neuromuscular neurologist involved in research related to muscle health.
Harvard University
Episode: How Lying In Bed For 60 Days Helps Astronauts

Hosts

Padi Boyd
Host of NASA's Curious Universe
Jacob Pinter
Co-host of NASA's Curious Universe

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • MORE EPISODES PLEASE!!🙏

    i love it so interesting just post more episodes please !😀😌😛

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jesserrr!
    United Statesa month ago
  • Crazy good

    It’s so good! 😊 if your reading the reviews for info on which episode is the best, then its deffinitly How Lying In Bed For 60 Days Helps Astronauts. The only not-so-good thing about this podcast is that it says it’s weekly but it’s not. Anyways, G-R-E-A-T! Go NASA!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DarkPurpleWhale
    United States2 months ago
  • 高级

    高级

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    哈哈哈开心了
    China2 months ago
  • Stunning

    Loving every minute of

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blades2019
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Inspiring

    I’m so thrilled that NASA has a podcast that shares so much information and insights about space and science. It’s a wonderful opportunity for a layman to learn more about this wonderful and fascinating universe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3675()
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The storytelling approach effectively combines personal narratives from NASA professionals with scientific discussions, enhancing the educational experience.
Many praise the podcast for making complex scientific concepts accessible and interesting.
Listeners find the podcast to be incredibly insightful and engaging, appreciating the diverse range of topics covered.
Some mention the desire for more frequent episodes, indicating a strong engagement with the content.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#84
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#85
Canada/Science
Apple Podcasts
#52
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#106
France/Science
Apple Podcasts
#176
Germany/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Webb Illuminates Stars’ Cloudy Origins
Q: How do the ingredients come together to form stars and planets?
The star originates from the collapse of the cloud and heats up over time through gravity, while tiny dust grains collide and grow into larger bodies.
How Webb Illuminates Stars’ Cloudy Origins
Q: What are the ingredients that we need to make a star or a planetary system?
The ingredients start at the very early stage when the dark cloud collapses; atoms and molecules can freeze out and form compounds on cold dust grains.
Webb's Exoplanet Research Sounds Like Sci-Fi—But It's Real
Q: Do you think that we'll find signs of life on an exoplanet within your lifetime?
I surely hope so; I think we would be able, especially with future missions focused on detecting biosignatures.
Webb's Exoplanet Research Sounds Like Sci-Fi—But It's Real
Q: What advice do you have for someone who is interested in science but also may not realize that that is a real career path?
There's not a linear career path; you don't have to be a genius to make discoveries. If you have interest and excitement, that's key.
Why Webb's Earliest Galaxies Are Blowing Scientists' Minds
Q: What do you think are the next questions to ask and the next things to study?
Mic expresses the desire to go deeper into the early universe with the James Webb Space Telescope to get more detailed observations.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About NASA's Curious Universe

What is NASA's Curious Universe about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast immerses listeners in the captivating realms of science and space exploration, featuring engaging content that highlights both groundbreaking discoveries and the personal journeys of astronauts, scientists, and engineers at NASA. In each episode, audience members are invited to explore the universe's wonders through scientific discussions, practical insights, and compelling narratives surrounding projects like the James Webb Space Telescope and various missions to the International Space Station. The conversations often intertwine authentic experiences from space with educational tidbits, making complex scientific topics accessible and exciting for everyone, regardless of their prior knowledge. It stands out for its combination... more

Where can I find podcast stats for NASA's Curious Universe?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for NASA's Curious Universe. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to NASA's Curious Universe and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does NASA's Curious Universe get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for NASA's Curious Universe, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for NASA's Curious Universe?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for NASA's Curious Universe, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does NASA's Curious Universe have?

To see how many followers or subscribers NASA's Curious Universe has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to NASA's Curious Universe?

These podcasts share a similar audience with NASA's Curious Universe:

1. Houston We Have a Podcast
2. The Supermassive Podcast
3. Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science
4. SpaceTime with Stuart Gary
5. Why This Universe?

How many episodes of NASA's Curious Universe are there?

NASA's Curious Universe launched 6 years ago and published 89 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact NASA's Curious Universe?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for NASA's Curious Universe?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for NASA's Curious Universe from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for NASA's Curious Universe?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of NASA's Curious Universe. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on NASA's Curious Universe?

Recent guests on NASA's Curious Universe include:

1. Shane Kimbrough
2. Megan McArthur
3. Thomas Pesquet
4. Ewine van Dishoeck
5. Katherine de Kleer
6. Néstor Espinoza
7. Mic Bagley
8. Andreas Joshi

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days