The Mystery of the White Streak: Aurora, Rockets & Space Weather!
Host Jay Shaffer and guest Mike Lewinski discuss an unexpected celestial event and delve into a mysterious white streak that lit up the night sky. Was it a STEVE, a rocket launch, or re-entry? They investigate clues pointing to a recent Chinese rocket launch of the innovative ZhuQue-2E methalox rocket. Plus, updates on the “Blaze Star” T Coronae Borealis nearing a potential Nova eruption, the James Webb Telescope’s surprising Jupiter aurora discoveries, and a breakdown of solar wind, flares, and CMEs. Finally, discover top online astronomy resources!
Episode Links:
SpaceWeather.com
WildernessVagabonds.com
SkyLapser YouTube channel
Skylapser FaceBook page
Heavens-Above.com
SpaceNews.com
OrbitalFocus.UK
SkyandTelescope.org
Astronomy.com
EarthSky.org
Skylapser.com
buymeacoffee.com/skylapser
Music: Kevin MacLeod’s “Fanfare for Space” YouTube audio Library