Is There a Dark Side of the Moon?

Fainting goats don't really faint -- their muscles just lock up for a few extra seconds when they startle or get excited. Learn how myotonia works and why it can actually be a useful trait in goats in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://animals.howstuffwork ...  Show more

Although a little air pollution can bring out brilliant colors in sunsets, most of it just causes a washed-out haze. Learn how both sunsets and smog work in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/green-science/smog-sunse ...  Show more

For centuries, the moon has captivated humanity. Yet, its origins and nature remain shrouded in mystery. Could the moon be more than a natural satellite? Intriguing theories suggest the moon could be a hollow, artificial structure - perhaps even an alien spaceship.The podcast exp ...  Show more

The far side of the moon has been a mystery since the dawn of the space age. But is it just a barren, crater-filled wasteland?Shocking claims from astronauts, whistleblowers, and classified documents suggest there's more to the story. Eerie sounds, inexplicable sightings, and cov ...  Show more

Without scientific explanation, the darkening of the Moon may be a startling event. That is probably why lunar eclipses were once a source of mythology in ancient China. But were astronomers at the time able to explain this celestial phenomenon? 

Two NASA experts discuss an experiment that will further our understanding of flame behavior on the lunar surface to keep astronauts safe. HWHAP 386.