Liftoff is a podcast about space, the universe, and everything. You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to understand the major developments as explained by enthusiastic space fans Stephen Hackett and Jason Snell. Hosted by Jason Snell and Stephen Hackett.
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episode 47: Eclipses: Orbits Aren't Perfect
This week, Jason and Stephen talk about lunar and solar eclipses in preparation of a total solar eclipse in North America coming up in August.
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Jason got Umbra and Penumbra switched by accident. Just reverse and your'e good!
Our next episode will be about the film "Hidden Figures."
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