The Cosmic Companion - Astronomy, Space, Technology Advancing Humanity

Oct 29 2024 254 ep. 19 mins 204

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Astronomy, space, and science news and education delivered in a fun, friendly format! Short form Astronomy Minutes and full-length episodes featuring interviews with some of the top scientists, authors, and developers around the globe!

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The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye) is here!

Oct 29 2024 63 mins

The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye) is a tale set in the year 1156, telling of two amazing women - Elara, the town wizard of Rye in a world without magic, and Adelaide, a nomadic Moorish scholar on the search for truth in all things.The two join together with the most famous thief of all time, Robin Hood, as they set out to solve a mysterious crime and s

The Wizard and the Scholar - A Groundbreaking Film Exploring History, Science, and the Human Spirit

Oct 16 2024 1 mins

Greetings everyone! I’m thrilled to announce the completion of our long-awaited film, The Wizard and the Scholar, exploring themes of science over superstition, justice over tyranny, and the search for belonging against the backdrop of 12th-century England.This is also one of the first truly AI-powered feature films ever created, as these technologies are just being developed. Pr

Why We Soar: From Kitty Hawk to the Stars with Cady Coleman

Jul 06 2024 32 mins

Hello all! Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion! I’m James G. Maynard.Today, we’re talking about humanity’s drive to reach new heights — literally! From the earliest dreams of flight to the thrilling reality of space exploration, we’ll be taking a look at why we soar.Our special guest today is none other than former NASA astronaut Cady Coleman, who will share her expe

Unveiling Venus: Stephen Kane Reveals Secrets and Mysteries of this Shrouded World

Jun 08 2024 35 mins

What do we know about Venus? What do we not know? Stephen Kane, planetary astrophysicist at UC Riverside, joins us to uncover the science and unanswered questions about Venus. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aicreatorhouse.substack.com/subscribe

The Science and History of The Wizard and The Scholar

May 25 2024 9 mins

Looking at the science and history behind The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye), a New Tale of Robin Hood! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit aicreatorhouse.substack.com/subscribe

Shadow Puppets: Release Date for The Wizard and The Scholar

Set in the year 1156, our upcoming feature film, The Wizard and The Scholar (or, a Rapscallion Runs Amok in Rye) now has a planned release date! AND it will be in theaters!This story is led by two amazing women - Elara, a wizard without power, and Adelaide, a nomadic scholar on the search for truth in all things. Faced with a brutal murder in the city, the disparate pair must unite

Pondering the Nature of Intelligence on Earth and Beyond w/ Octopus Whisperer Sy Montgomery

Apr 27 2024 33 mins

Today on The Cosmic Companion, we're diving deep into the wild world of intelligence - from curious creatures beneath the waves to the endless expanse of space. Later in the show, we will be talking with octopus whisperer Sy Montgomery. [OCTOPUS: What? What? Speak up! Stop whispering!]Now, you probably think I'm about to start talking about animals. Well, yes. But. No. Not yet.

Healing Words for Our Planet w/ Ann E. Burg, Force of Nature

Apr 20 2024 26 mins

Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. I’m James G. Maynard — science show host, terrible actor, worse puppeteer, and proud resident of this planet Earth. For our Earth Day 2024 episode, we’ll be exploring how fiction and storytelling have inspired environmental movements throughout history. Later in the show, we will be joined by Ann E. Burg, talking about her new book, F

Solar Eclipse 2024: Eclipse Viewing Guide

Apr 06 2024 8 mins

This week, we are providing you with a viewing guide to the solar eclipse happening over much of North America on Monday 8th April. Sit back and enjoy. Take notes. There will be a test later. Maybe. naw, it’s only a quiz.Get ready for an incredible celestial event on 8th April — a solar eclipse! As the moon lines up perfectly between the Earth and the sun, parts of North Am

Solar Eclipse 2024: Predicting Eclipses with Stephen Wolfram

Mar 23 2024 67 mins

Welcome back to The Cosmic Companion. I’m James G. Maynard. This week, we take the first of two looks at the upcoming solar eclipse coming on 8 April. Later in the show, we will be talking with noted physicist, mathematician, and developer Stephen Wolfram about his new book, Predicting the Eclipse. From ancient fears and superstitions to modern-day scientific predictions, the his