# The Mysterious Magnetars: Deadliest Stars in the Universe or Cosmic Anomaly?

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Podcast: [Unsolved Space Mysteries](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unsolved-space-mysteries-7426660)
Published: 2026-02-16T22:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/dfbc2755
Audio file: https://media.transistor.fm/dfbc2755/c82674b2.mp3
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Duration seconds: 860

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Join us as we delve into the enigmatic world of magnetars, the universe's most magnetic objects. These neutron stars, with magnetic fields billions of times stronger than Earth's, are known for their violent starquakes and intense gamma-ray bursts. But what causes these extreme phenomena? Are magnetars the remnants of supernovae, or do they hold clues to new physics? Explore with us as we unravel the mysteries of these cosmic powerhouses. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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