"it would be crazy if we were alone in the Universe" - With Sophie Burley

A massive flash from the sun… fire in space… secret congressional hearings… and yes, even aliens?In this mind-blowing episode, we dive deep into the invisible forces above our heads, space weather, with Sophie Burley, a space weather expert who formerly worked at the European Space Agency. From coronal mass ejections to the rising threat of commercial satellites, she breaks down what’s happening in space and how it could seriously impact us on Earth.We talk about:What happens when solar flares hit Earth’s magnetic field 🌍Why fire in space is much worse than fire on Earth 🚨The growing risks of satellites in orbit 🛰️Her take on alien life 👽And what astronauts really feel when they look back at Earth from space Oh, and yes, she’s worked with Brian Cox too.If you’ve ever wondered how space weather could affect your daily life… or what the hell is going on with all these alien hearings, this is the episode for you.Hit play. Your brain will thank you.