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Supernova | Can’t Sleep? Learn About Stellar Explosions
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- I Can’t Sleep
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- Jun 22, 2026
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- 1982
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Summary
Supernovae are among the most powerful events in the universe. This episode explores what happens when stars reach the end of their lives and why these immense explosions can briefly outshine entire galaxies. Along the way, you’ll hear about famous supernovae, distant galaxies, observational astronomy, scientific classification, and the ongoing effort to understand these remarkable cosmic phenomena. It’s steady and consistent, with no whispering and no sudden changes, just enough to give your mind something to follow as you wind down. Happy sleeping! Read with permission from Supernova, Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supernova), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. — Ad-free episodes: icantsleep.supportingcast.fmHave a topic in mind? Request a topic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices