Space Weather Facts & Forecast

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!

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.
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The podcast release schedule is changing! Due to conflicting summer plans, shows will now come out on the third Saturday of the month.

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 outlook.
 

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!

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 activity.

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.

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: https://www.spaceweatherlive.com/en/news/view/486/20230208-an-expansion-on-solar-cycle-prediction.html

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!

Are there Auroras on Other Planets? And a Heightened Flare Threat

Auroras on Earth are spectacular enough. Auroras on other planets, though, put ours to shame! And there are a variety of ways in which other planets' auroras even form. Listen to find out more! The space weather forecast is also contained, with as much as three solar flare players, and a chance for aurora in the mix.

What are Solar Cycles? Plus the Moderately Active Forecast

This episode takes a look at solar cycles, answering many common questions, such as what they are and why they happen, and giving plenty of extra interesting information. The space weather forecast is included as well, with a decent chance for flares on the menu.