# Beyond the Sun: The Physics of Interstellar Travel

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Podcast: [Curious City: Exploring Science and Wonders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/curious-city-exploring-science-and-wonders-7109832)
Published: 2026-06-22T09:00:15+00:00
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This episode explores the physics and engineering challenges of interstellar travel, from relativistic speeds and time dilation to fusion propulsion, radiation, and AI-guided spacecraft. It examines what humanity would need to overcome to realistically travel beyond the solar system and reach the stars. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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