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The Dangers of Space Junk
02:08 - 07:23 (05:14)
Space Junk, a term referring to man-made debris floating around in space, poses significant risks to current and future space missions. If enough debris accumulates in orbit, the destruction of satellites and even a total blockade of space travel could result, known as the Kessler Syndrome.
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The notion of expelling flammable cats from our butt is more funny than the act itself.
02:08 - 03:18 (01:10)
Summary
The notion of expelling flammable cats from our butt is more funny than the act itself. A cautionary tale that if you lit it, it could travel up into your rectum and cook your insides used to warn kids, but the most cherished memories were the times where people swore that it wasn't possible.
ChapterThe Dangers of Space Junk
EpisodeSpace Junk, Ahoy!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Chuck and Josh discuss the issue of space junk, which poses a threat to manned space missions and satellite operations.
03:18 - 04:08 (00:49)
Summary
Chuck and Josh discuss the issue of space junk, which poses a threat to manned space missions and satellite operations.
ChapterThe Dangers of Space Junk
EpisodeSpace Junk, Ahoy!
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Kessler syndrome suggests that if enough space debris orbits the Earth, collisions will occur and cause even more debris to form resulting in a continuous cycle of debris creation.
04:08 - 07:23 (03:14)
Summary
The Kessler syndrome suggests that if enough space debris orbits the Earth, collisions will occur and cause even more debris to form resulting in a continuous cycle of debris creation. While currently tracked and manageable, the growth in space debris poses potential problems for future space missions.