Guide to Space
Why Are There Seasons?
We’re in the middle of Summer here on Vancouver Island, the Sun is out, the air is warm, and the…
What is a Dyson Sphere?
As long as humans survive, we will likely be increasing our energy consumption. We want better transportation, faster computers, and…
Is There Really a Planet X?
Have you heard there’s a giant planet in the Solar System headed straight towards Earth? At some point in the…
Why Does the Earth Spin?
In a classic episode of this video series, I did the calculations for how fast the Earth is spinning. We…
How Did the Moon Form?
The night sky just wouldn’t feel right without the Moon. Where did our our friendly, familiar satellite come from? Scientists…
How Could We Find Aliens? The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI)
In a previous video, I talked about the Fermi Paradox. Our Universe is big, and it’s been around for a…
How Big is the Solar System?
For most of us, stuck here on Earth, we see very little of the rest of the Solar System. Just…
Should Robots or Humans Explore Space?
You might be surprised to know that I have an opinion. People often ask me for it, but tend not…
Your Guide To When, Where and How To See The Aurora Borealis
As an amateur astronomer, two of the most frequently questions I'm asked are "When is the best time to see…
How Did Life Begin?
No answers today, only a question. But it’s one of the most interesting and meaningful questions we can possibly ask.…