Episode 890
Naming a Quasi-Moon
The phenomenon of quasi-moons, and their possible names rooted in mythology from cultures around the globe.
December 13, 202415m 11s
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Show Notes
Radiolab and the International Astronomical Union recently announced the seven finalist names for their Quasi-Moon Naming Contest. Latif Nasser, co-host of Radiolab from WNYC, and Kelly Blumenthal, member of the International Astronomical Union, explain the phenomenon of quasi-moons, and walk us through the possible names rooted in mythology from cultures around the globe.
Topics
latif_nassermythologylocal_wnycradiolabquasi-moon_naming_contestquasi-moonastronomypolitics_wnyc