Lunar Tides, Galactic Twins & Holiday Cheer: #481

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Space Nuts: Lunar Cycles, Coastal Flooding, and Cosmic Celebrations #481
Join Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson as they delve into the intriguing intersection of lunar cycles and climate change, and special guest Anna, the host of Astronomy Daily the Podcast, pops in with heartwarming holiday celebrations aboard the International Space Station, part of a quick news update. This episode promises a mix of scientific insights and festive cheer from the cosmos.
Episode Highlights:
- Lunar Cycle and Coastal Flooding: Discover how the Moon's 18.6-year cycle, combined with climate change, may lead to increased coastal flooding by the mid-2030s. Understand the astronomical and environmental factors contributing to this phenomenon and the potential impact on low-lying regions.
- Holiday Spirit in Space: Experience the festive atmosphere aboard the International Space Station as astronauts share their unique holiday celebrations, complete with floating candy canes and a creatively crafted snowman.
- Ancient Galactic Twin: Learn about the James Webb Space Telescope's latest discovery of a galaxy that mirrors the Milky Way in its infancy. This "Firefly Sparkle" galaxy offers unprecedented insights into our cosmic past and the formation of star clusters.
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00:00 - Andrew Dunkley welcomes astronomer at large Professor Fred Watson to the show
01:25 - NASA warns that when combined with climate change, high tides could reach flooding thresholds
09:22 - I find the influence of the moon on our waterways fascinating
10:21 - Anna news update: The International Space Station is celebrating the holidays with a festive video message
11:52 - The James Webb Space Telescope has just discovered an ancient galaxy called Firefly sparkle
14:59 - Anna shares stories about holiday celebrations in space and ancient galaxy discoveries
✍️ Episode References
NASA
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)
International Space Station
[International Space Station](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html)
James Webb Space Telescope
[James Webb Space Telescope](https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/)
University of Hawaii
[University of Hawaii](https://www.hawaii.edu/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](https://astronomydaily.io)
Wellesley College
[Wellesley College](https://www.wellesley.edu/)
Space Nuts Podcast
[Space Nuts Podcast](https://www.bitesz.com/show/space-nuts/)
Astronomy Daily Podcast
[Astronomy Daily Podcast](https://astronomydaily.io)
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