S03E59: Towel Day Triumphs & Starliner's Struggles: Special Hoopy Frood Edition

Astronomy Daily: Latest Space News · May 27, 2024 · 16m

Embark on a cosmic journey with today's episode of Astronomy Daily - The Podcast, hosted by Steve Duncan. Join Steve and his digital pal Hallie as they celebrate Towel Day, honouring Douglas Adams' Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. We delve into the festivities and the significance of knowing where your towel is. Next, we explore the latest updates on Boeing's Starliner and the challenges it's facing, including a helium gas leak that won't delay its upcoming crewed mission. We also spotlight the arrival of the Dream Chaser spaceplane, Tenacity, at NASA's Kennedy Space Centre, preparing for…