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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Space is not cold. Temperature describes the motion of particles. And space is mostly… not particles. An object in space can get extremely hot in sunlight 🔥 and extremely cold ❄ in shadow because there's almost nothing around it to transfer heat. “Space is cold” is convenient shorthand. 🧪

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Happy Bi Visibility Day and Sea Otter Awareness Week to everyone who refuses to choose between two things and also holds hands so they don't drift apart. 🩷💜💙🦦

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The autumnal equinox is coming, so here’s your astronomy lesson: Earth tilted. Now fall. 🍂 You’re welcome. 🧪

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Mika McKinnon @mikamckinnon.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I really didn’t think #Asagiite would stand a chance? Instead of being absolutely slammed, it’s in the lead and I’m feeling forlorn fine poor #quartz. Quartz is legit cool enough I could write totally different themes every #MinCup26 round & still have leftovers.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Introduce yourself with 10 acts you’ve seen live: Fleetwood Mac Duran Duran Paula Abdul George Michael Tori Amos Janet Jackson Cher Garth Brooks Spice Girls Panic! at the Disco

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Woman gets out of prison, adopts a cat, falls in love, and goes to a wedding.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

You're guided by Erato, Muse of Erotic Poetry! They say art comes from pain, but Erato is here to show you that beautiful creations can just as easily come from pleasure.

Orange background. Line-drawing sketch of a woman with curly black hair, holding a lyre, and wearing a bustier with garters and stockings. Her shoes are black Mary Janes.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

This is 💯 true. I do it every single time. And I have FIVE cats.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

It's #Caturday, which means it's time for the most important part of Planetary Pandemonium: Tell us about your cats. 🐈 @goastromo.bsky.social introduces us to Cosmo and Spatz in Episode 2—and yes, we have photographic evidence. 🎧 sites.libsyn.com/606900/scien...

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

What gets you through a PhD? Curiosity? Passion? Determination? 🧪👩‍🔬 For astrophysicist and folklorist Dr. Moiya McTier, there was one more powerful motivator: spite. 😂 🎧 Hear the full conversation: sites.libsyn.com/606900/scien... #PlanetaryPandemonium #SciComm #WomenInSTEM #Podcast

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Check out The Guild: Ren Faire'd by Felicia Day on @kickstarter.com They are getting so close to $4 million. I've already backed. Why haven't you? (Only do so if you can afford to.) www.kickstarter.com/projects/fel...

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The Guild: Ren Faire'd

Help us celebrate The Guild's upcoming 20th anniversary by making the most epic renfaire movie of all time!

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Today is the 50th anniversary of #Viking1's landing on #Mars, the first successful and operational lander on the red planet. The mission changed how we think of astrobiology and science communication, and continues to be discussed today. 🧪👩‍🔬 medium.com/@planetarypa...

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50 Years After Viking 1: The Mission That Changed the Search for Life on Mars

Half a century after the first successful Mars landing, Viking’s greatest legacy may be the questions it taught us to ask.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

At the end of 2025, I had brilliant plans. I went into 2026 with my head held high and a carefully laid-out set of plans. I had so much enthusiasm and hope for the future. 🧪👩‍🔬 Of course, humans plan, and the Universe laughs: www.patreon.com/PlanetaryPan...

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July 2026 Update | Planetary Pandemonium

At the end of 2025, I had brilliant plans. I went into 2026 with my head held high and a carefully laid-out set of plans. Graphics were desi

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Amy Rae Hill @amyraehill.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Restock on July 2nd will feature several of these landscape cups with comets and shining stars ✨

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Sometimes, my feed is... well... *gestures*

Screenshot of a Bluesky post from Gail Simone that reads "Also, be careful opening the condom blind bags because you really damage the interior and THAT's a big whole 'oh my god I'm so sorry' thing." directly above the repost of a Corey S. Powell post that reads "Comet 3I/ATLAS, the interstellar visitor that blew through our solar system, might have been a truly ancient relic." Along with part of the image included with that post.

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Emily Lakdawalla 🏳️‍⚧️ Uranus Expert @elakdawalla.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Hi everybody, I organized the #Artemis2 photos for you. Index pages containing all ~10,000 images in chronological order with time stamps and focal lengths, color coded by which of three cameras was used to shoot them. countlessworlds.com/data/artemis/

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Emily's data pages: Artemis

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Dr. Lauren Sgro is helping people around the world discover exoplanets 🌍✨ In Episode 1 of Planetary Pandemonium, we talk citizen science, sci-fi inspiration, and—of course—her pets Zuul 🐶 and Salem 🐱 🎧 Listen now: sites.libsyn.com/606900/explo... 🧪 👩‍🔬 🐈‍⬛ 🔭

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Planetary Pandemonium: Exploring Exoplanets (and Cats) with Dr. Lauren Sgro

What does it take to study worlds beyond our solar system—and how can everyday people help? In the premiere episode of Planetary Pandemonium, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren Sgro, who leads the exoplanets pr...

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Oh, look... once again, John Oliver totally called it.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

When your planetary science life intersects with your hockey life...

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Planetary Pandemonium is officially live 🚀🐱 In Episode 0, I introduce the show—where planetary science meets science fiction (and yes, cats). If you love space, stories, and the people behind the science, come join me. 🧪👩‍🔬 🎧 Listen: www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

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🎧 Episode 0: Meet Your Host (and the Cats) | Planetary Pandemonium

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

All right. It's time. Coming Monday, April 6 - which is also my 51st birthday - I will be releasing the first episode of my new podcast, Planetary Pandemonium. It will be a short interview with myself! So go follow me on Patreon (for free) for the notification. 🧪👩‍🔬🐈‍⬛ Stay curious, everyone!

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

As always… please fill out the form for science!

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Yeah, I’m awake now. That was wild. Biggest quake I’ve felt in years.

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SETI Institute @setiinstitute.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

From all of us at the SETI Institute, we wish godspeed to Reid, Victor, Christina, and Jeremy for the safe and successful completion of the #ArtemisII mission. This is a profound moment not only for NASA but for all of humanity, and our thoughts are with you. Congratulations on a successful launch!

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

"Humanity's next great voyage begins." Godspeed, Artemis II.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Oh. Oh. I am tearing up. I thought I was immune, but I was wrong. We are go for launch.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

I didn't know I needed this... but I did, and now I have it.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

My Yahoo email address is about 30 years old. I'm still friends with people I met on IRC in 1993. I have strong feelings about pine v elm and vi v emacs.

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SETI Institute @setiinstitute.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

In a recent SETI Live conversation, @planetarypan.bsky.social spoke with William J. Welch Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Karen Perez, lead author of a new study reporting the possible discovery of a pulsar candidate near the Galactic Center. 🧪 🔭 👩‍🔬 Learn more: www.seti.org/news/lost-pu...

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Lost Pulsars

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Hi, y'all! I'm finally ready to announce... my new podcast, Planetary Pandemonium, is coming soon. We'll meet at the intersection of space science and science fiction. There will be cats. Check out my Patreon for more info! 🧪 👩‍🔬 🐈‍⬛ www.patreon.com/posts/welcom...

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Oh, hey, that's me! People keep asking me about SETI@home, and today, I will have some answers. But #notaliens. Yet. Come watch and bring your questions!

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SETI Institute @setiinstitute.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Next #SETILive: TODAY, 8 January, 2:30 PST 2026 brings a dense lineup of space science milestones: crewed lunar missions, new observatories, planetary exploration, and data releases that will shape the next decade. Join @planetarypan.bsky.social and @allplanets.bsky.social to connect the dots! 🧪 🔭

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

I always enjoy chatting with Cynthia, and this interview was no different. Amazing how scientists and engineers quickly repurposed existing spacecraft to observe comet 3I/ATLAS, including Europa Clipper!

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

This place may not be open to the public or even finished, but the building and location are both beautiful. I am excited for the tour! And dinner, of course. 🧪🔭👩‍🔬 #aas247

Red brick and tan stucco building with an iridescent brass dome to the left and a sign that reads International Dark Sky Discovery Center on the right. Pictured from the parking lot.

Entrance view of the International Dark Sky Discovery Center. On the far left, a small observatory dome peeks above the roofline. Taken from the courtyard from next to a tree, a covered bench, a sculpture, and a lit Christmas decoration.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Hi, y’all. I won’t be at #aas247 today due to a severe asthma attack. I’m fine but shaky from the treatment. I’ll be at the Dark Sky Discovery Center tour tonight tho. If you’re coming, let me know so I can say hello! 🧪🔭👩‍🔬

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

It’s that time of year, and for the first time in over a decade, I am in person at #AAS247! Excited to be here. Want me to check out your work? Let me know. I’m looking forward stories and podcast guests. 🧪🔭👩‍🔬

A woman’s hand holds an attendee badge for the AAS 247th winter conference. Text: Beth Johnson, she/her/hers, SETI Institute, Member. A red press sticker hangs from the bottom.

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purr.in.ink @purrinink.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Tonight’s pointless debate between the men in my life… Is the Flash’s ring suit compressed or shrunken? @gailsimone.bsky.social got an opinion?

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

It's always fun to chat with Franck, no matter the topic, but I am now incredibly excited for his latest project.

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Lain Kaplan, Mouthy Jewess 🏳️‍🌈💗🏳️‍⚧️ @lainkaplan.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

An excellent thread on structural bullshit in academia, how to avoid mental traps, and encouragement to people from marginalized backgrounds. The system isn’t fair, but it can be gamed and it’s designed to intimidate people into failing. Don’t let them fool you.

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