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Space Weather Facts & Forecast
by Isaac Bredeman
Join amateur space weather enthusiast Isaac Bredeman for the current space weather conditions, a forecast for the next few days and beyond, and to learn details about fascinating space weather phenomena. This podcast is released on the third Saturday of every month.
Episodes
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Technological Impacts of Space Weather - What's at Risk, and What Can Be Done?
Solar storms have a range of potentially disrupting effects on satellites, radio communications, and the power grid. While harm almost never comes from the average geomagnetic storm, it is important for companies to prepare in the event that an extreme storm brings risks of power blackouts or...
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Why are There More Auroras at the Equinoxes?
It's been known for over a century that auroral storms are stronger and more frequent around the spring and fall equinoxes. Why is this the case? In this episode I dig into the dynamics of the Russell-McPherron effect, a explanation for this variation proposed in 1973. And in the process, you…
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How to Observe Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas: When and Where to Head Out
Last month I talked about a potential bright comet coming, and now it's here! In this episode I give the information you need to find it. Catch its morning show if you're lucky, or wait for the main event in October. I also provide this week's space weather forecast, as we watch and wait for…
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How to See the Next Bright Comet (Maybe), and How Space Weather Affects Comets
This fall, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is predicted to be visible to the naked eye, and some think it could be a truly bright spectacle. In this show, I give an overview of how to look for the comet in September and October. I also describe how space weather is responsible for many of a comet's…
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The Strongest Storm in a Generation: May 2024 vs. Halloween 2003
On May 10, we experienced one of the strongest geomagnetic storms in the last 25 years. In this episode, I summarise the key points of this article by Christian Harris, to see how the storm stacks up against the other main contender this century....
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Parker Solar Probe: A Mission to Touch the Sun
This month on the podcast, I talk about a special mission that was launched to study the sun and space weather. It's called the Parker Solar Probe, and it continues to send back fascinating data from inside the solar corona. Listen to learn all about it! I also give next week's space weather...
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How to Chase the Aurora: What Data to Look for Before You Head Out
In this episode I break down by latitude what Kp and other data to watch for when going aurora chasing in the Northern Hemisphere. It can seem an endless sea of confusing data values relating to the aurora, but you can quickly learn what to look for to decide whether the aurora might be visible...
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Where is the Edge of the Solar System? Plus the Space Weather Forecast
The solar system is huge, and it turns out that defining where it ends is tricky! Depending on the definition we use, we can come up with wildly different estimates for its size. Listen to the show for an exploration of this fascinating topic! You'll also hear next week's space weather forecast,...
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Poles, Poles, and More Poles! How Does the Earth's Magnetic Field Work?
Today, I give an overview of the Earth's magnetic field. How is it formed and what does it do? Listen to find out! I also give the space weather forecast, in which the Sun may finally be waking from a long sleep!
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How Does the Sun Burn?
The sun clearly produces enormous amounts of light and heat, which sustain life on our planet. How does it do this? Is it a big ball of fire in space? I answer that and more in this episode. Additionally, I give the space weather forecast, with a chance for activity this weekend and next week.
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Space Weather and Solar Eclipses - How Are They Related?
On October 14, the annular solar eclipse I described in the last episode came and went. Hopefully you got to see it! Now, I'll be describing how solar eclipses affect space weather, and how they've been used to learn more about the sun. Also, I include the space weather forecast. The sun is...
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Solar Eclipses - What They Are, and How to See the Next Two
In this show, learn what solar eclipses are and how to see two amazing upcoming ones! Here are the links to the useful pages I mention: October 14, 2023: timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2023-october-14 April 8, 2024: timeanddate.com/eclipse/solar/2024-april-8 Eclipse day weather: eclipsophile.com
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What is the Solar Radio Flux? And a Quiet Solar Forecast
The solar radio flux is an important value in space weather monitoring and helps gauge solar cycle strength. It also impacts HF radio. What is it? I explain in the show. Also, I give the space weather forecast, which is surprisingly quiet!
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A Brief History of Space Weather Observation - And Important Podcast Updates!
Today, I'm diving into a short history of space weather observation and forecasting, from the 19th century to the present day. Enjoy learning about space weather and keeping up to date on space weather news? Check out my new blog at https://space-weather-blog.blogspot.com/ ! The podcast release...
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Supernovas! An Overview - Plus the Space Weather Forecast
Supernovas are a hot topic right now in the world of astronomy, as a new one was just discovered in the Pinwheel Galaxy! Listen to find out all about supernovas, their potential effects on Earth, and even how to see the newest one! You'll also find the space weather forecast, with a pretty quiet...
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A Summary of Solar Radiation Storms
Solar radiation storms are yet another way space weather can impact humans and technology. How? All the answers are in the episode. I also include next week's space weather forecast, with a bit of a break from the constant activity we've had lately!
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STEVE - The Aurora’s Purple Companion! And a Break From Solar Storms
Sometimes, not only the aurora glows in the night sky. STEVE is a phenomenon only discovered in 2016 that can also be found lighting up the upper atmosphere. What is it and how can you see it? Listen to find out! Included is next week's solar forecast, with the sun taking a break from major...
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An Intro to Solar Filaments and Prominences - And the Space Weather Forecast
In this episode I take a look at two solar phenomena that are really the same thing with different names: filaments and prominences. Want to learn what they are or how they impact Earth? Listen to find out! There is also the space weather forecast, with filaments creating the main activity.
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An Update on Solar Cycle 25 Progress - And the Accompanying Space Weather Forecast
In this episode, I take a look at our solar cycle, cycle 25, and how it's progressing. One thing is for sure, predicting solar cycle strength is no easy task! Some material is taken from this article on SpaceWeatherLive by Christian Harris:...
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What are Radio Blackouts? And the Active Space Weather Forecast
In this episode I cover radio blackouts: what they are, how they're connected to solar flares, why they matter, and more. I also give the space weather forecast, with many big flare players for an active start to the new year!
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Join amateur space weather enthusiast Isaac Bredeman for the current space weather conditions, a forecast for the next few days and beyond, and to learn details about fascinating space weather phenomena. This podcast is released on the third Saturday of every month.
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Join amateur space weather enthusiast Isaac Bredeman for the current space weather conditions, a forecast for the next few days and beyond, and to learn details about fascinating space weather phenomena. This podcast is released on the third Saturday of every month.
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