79 episodes

Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

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    • 4.5 • 138 Ratings

Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.

    Social roundup on a train

    Social roundup on a train

    Moiya and Corinne are scrolling again and share the most interesting social posts they've found. Emotionally prepare to hear about an identity crisis for Earth's moon and flying spiders, but you'll be comforted by a story about how the kids are alright.
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Listen to Join the Party every Tuesday Sign up for Dr. Moiya's worldbuilding class!  Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 38 min
    Galileo in a wine bar

    Galileo in a wine bar

    Moiya and Corinne talk about the life and controversial work of one of history's most famous astronomers, Galileo Galilei! They end with a game of true or false where Moiya gets extra tricksy.
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Listen to Spirits every Wednesday Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 48 min
    Eclipse Live Show in Erie

    Eclipse Live Show in Erie

    Corinne and Moiya talk about their awe-filled experiences of the total solar eclipse. At a live show in an Erie arts center, Moiya leads gossipy game about ancient gods.      
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Listen to Big Game Hunger every Monday Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 1 hr 27 min
    April fools papers in the green room

    April fools papers in the green room

    Astronomers have a cute tradition of writing joke papers on April Fools. Moiya tells Corinne about some of her favorites and Corinne tells Moiya how the Bachelor franchise works.     
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Join the Multicrew to support our collective of independent podcasts Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 47 min
    Reminder: Eclipses in a cabin in the woods

    Reminder: Eclipses in a cabin in the woods

    Moiya and Corinne are traveling for the eclipse, so brush up on your eclipse knowledge by reviewing one of our early episodes. Learn how eclipses work, how common they are, and what science they make possible.    
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Listen to Exolore every other Thursday Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 55 min
    Horoscopes on a back country road

    Horoscopes on a back country road

    Moiya and Corinne read their horoscopes because they use astrology to guide their lives... April fools! No, but actually there's some cool history behind astrology and they talk about it.   
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    Become a star and support us on patreon at patreon.com/palebluepod! Listen to Join the Party every Tuesday Join Dr. Moiya in Erie, PA for the total solar eclipse on April 8th! Find Us Online
    Website: palebluepod.com Patreon: patreon.com/palebluepod Twitter: twitter.com/PaleBluePod Instagram: instagram.com/palebluepod Credits
    Host Dr. Moiya McTier. Twitter: @GoAstroMo, Website: moiyamctier.com Host Corinne Caputo. Twitter: @corintellectual, Website: corinnecaputo.com Editor Mischa Stanton. Twitter: @mischaetc, Website: mischastanton.com Cover artist Shae McMullin. Twitter: @thereshaegoes, Website: shaemcmullin.com Theme musician Evan Johnston. Website: evanjohnstonmusic.com About Us
    Pale Blue Pod is an astronomy podcast for people who are overwhelmed by the universe but want to be its friend. Astrophysicist Dr. Moiya McTier and comedian Corinne Caputo demystify space one topic at a time with open eyes, open arms, and open mouths (from so much laughing and jaw-dropping). By the end of each episode, the cosmos will feel a little less “ahhh too scary” and a lot more “ohhh, so cool!” New episodes every Monday.
    Pale Blue Pod is a member of the Multitude Collective.

    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
138 Ratings

138 Ratings

pdx listener 230 ,

astrology episode

Only midway through but loving this episode and felt compelled to give Moiya a hit of praise! And Corinne, too! I dip in and out of this podcast, but I’m always glad when I come back to it.

lindseybein ,

Love!

I like the content, very informative and unique. Moiya and corinne are great hosts, entertaining and charming. I also like the little twists like background sound and different settings

jeff check ,

These two try to ruin astronomy with race and inclusion

You guys actually figured out how to make astronomy racist. First words ‘we used to do a podcast called sugar and cinnamon’ im not surprised everything is a race bait here. These types of people have ruined the university system like termites infesting a foundation. Run far from here.

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