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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 41 MIN

Episode 23 - Failed galaxies, faint galaxies, and the proto-Galaxy

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In this episode, Michelle and Nicole discuss what sets the chemistry of the faintest galaxies and RR-Lyrae stars, how to trace the proto-Galaxy, why some galaxies fail to thrive, can quasi-stars can explain Little Red Dots, and whether UNIONS 1 is a galaxy or a star cluster. Tune in below, on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Episode 23 - Failed galaxies, faint galaxies, and the proto-Galaxy

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