NASA's Curious Universe

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Encore: Welcome to the Dark Side

September 22, 2026

Normal matter—the kind that makes up our home planet and everything we can see—adds up to just five percent of the known universe. The other 95 percent is dark matter and dark energy. NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will settle essential questions about this dark side, especially dark energy, one of the biggest mysteries in all of science. In this encore presentation, hear how NASA astrophysicists study dark matter and dark energy and why they are making scientists reconsider our bas...

Roman Series: Liftoff!

September 05, 2026

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is in space, taking its first steps to explore the cosmos. Relive Roman’s launch—and the emotion that goes along with the roar of a rocket—with NASA experts who worked on the telescope for years. Plus, learn what happens next and when to expect Roman’s first images.    Learn more about the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope at nasa.gov/roman.

Roman Series: Why NASA’s Roman Space Telescope Will Make Unexpected Discoveries

August 27, 2026

Take a deep dive into the science of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope with Julie McEnery, Roman's senior project scientist. Learn why Roman’s survey data will be so detailed that they could cover a 4K screen the size of dozens of city blocks and why Julie says she doesn’t hope Roman changes our understanding of the universe—she knows it will.  A video version of this episode is available on YouTube.

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NASA's Curious Universe is hosted by Padi Boyd. Its publicly listed email is katie.konans@nasa.gov. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for NASA's Curious Universe?

The publicly listed email for NASA's Curious Universe: katie.konans@nasa.gov.

How many listeners does NASA's Curious Universe have?

Podseeker estimates NASA's Curious Universe reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for NASA's Curious Universe?

NASA's Curious Universe typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Senior NASA scientists, mission leaders, astrophysicists, planetary scientists, aerospace engineers, and technical experts with direct responsibility for major space missions or instruments. Common among recent guests: Leadership or senior technical roles on NASA space missions; Design, construction, testing, or operation of major space instruments; Published research in astrophysics, planetary science, or exoplanet science. Recent guests include Julie McEnery, Vanessa Bailey, and Bertrand Mennesson.

How hard is it to get booked on NASA's Curious Universe?

Very high. It mostly books well-known names.

What topics does NASA's Curious Universe cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Space Exploration, Astrophysics, Space Telescopes, and Exoplanets. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.