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    Observatory Director Francisco Córdova on the Devastating Loss of Arecibo

    Observatory Director Francisco Córdova on the Devastating Loss of Arecibo

    FromPlanetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

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    Observatory Director Francisco Córdova on the Devastating Loss of Arecibo

    FromPlanetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

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    Length:
    45 minutes
    Released:
    Dec 2, 2020
    Format:
    Podcast episode

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    The 900-ton instrument platform suspended high above the giant Arecibo dish crashed downward in the early morning hours of December 1st. Host Mat Kaplan had recorded a conversation with the leader of the observatory just hours before the disaster. You’ll hear it here, along with a reflection on the magnificent radio telescope by Bill Nye, and further comments by Planetary Society Chief Scientist Bruce Betts. We’ve also got space headlines and a brand-new prize for a brand-new space trivia contest. Learn more at https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/1202-2020-francisco-cordova-loss-arecibo-observatory

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    Planetary Radio brings you the human adventure across our solar system and beyond. We visit each week with the scientists, engineers, leaders, advocates and astronauts who are taking us across the final frontier. Regular features raise your space IQ while they put a smile on your face. Join host Mat Kaplan and Planetary Society colleagues including Bill Nye the Science Guy, Bruce Betts, and Emily Lakdawalla as they dive deep into the latest space news. The monthly Space Policy Edition takes you inside the DC beltway where the future of the US space program hangs in the balance. Visit planetary.org/radio for the space trivia contest, an episode guide, and much more.