Space Hazards with Dr. Ryan French

The Sun is constantly changing; it is not just a constant ball of fire. Dr Ryan French joins us to tell us about the Sun's behaviour, space weather, and the impact of space hazards on Earth. So if you've ever wondered how solar activity affects our technology, the risks of space junk, and the future of space safety, then this is the show for you!Check out Ryan's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Sun.ScientistFind out more about Ryan French on his website at: www.ryanjfrench.comFollow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sun.scientist/Follow Ryan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryanjfrenchFollow Ryan on BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/ryanjfrench.bsky.socialGrab a copy of Ryan's book, Space Hazards: Asteroids, Solar Flares and Cosmic Threats, at The Aviation Show Bookshop.org! 10% of all sales goes to supporting the show and independent bookshops.UK Link: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/11015/9780008688172US Link: https://bookshop.org/a/111804/9780008774660-----------------------------------------------------🛫 Join us on Patreon! Join from just £3 + VAT a month to get ad-free episodes, chat with Matt, and receive a personalised welcome pack. Click here for more info: https://www.patreon.com/theaviationshow-----------------------------------------------------✈️Get the latest from the Pima Air and Space Museum by following their socials!Website: https://pimaair.org/https://www.facebook.com/PimaAirAndSpacehttps://www.instagram.com/pimaairhttps://x.com/pimaairhttps://www.youtube.com/c/PimaAirSpaceMuseumCheck out the Tucson Military Vehicle Museum here: https://www.tucsonmilitaryvehicle.org/👕Get your aviation on with 909 Apparel today! Check out their website here: https://www.909apparel.com/-----------------------------------------------------The Aviation Show © 2026 by Matt Bone is licensed under Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International-----------------------------------------------------0:00 Sun Misconceptions4:18 Solar Flares Explained8:14 Space Weather Impacts15:28 Forecasting Solar Storms23:06 Protecting Critical Systems26:32 The Space Junk Problem31:46 Avoiding Orbital Debris35:59 Cleaning Up Orbit37:43 Asteroids and Meteors39:58 Tracking Dangerous Rocks42:50 Impact Risks on Earth45:43 Wrapping Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.