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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 22h

What machine do people think they were raging against? The toaster? The printer?

Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

My main issue is that I need something with a decent SPF since I am now prone to skin cancer. So many products feel heavy and greasy to me or smell like chemicals. The spray ones aren't bad, but they're not great for my face.

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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 · 30/09/2026

Given how many hockey romance series Heated Rivalry and Off Campus spurred in publishing, this doesn't surprise me. I love hockey romances, but it's one thing to have a bunch of books to read. I'm not sure they all translate well to screen. But yeah, Hollywood usually misses the point.

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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

Also, I Googled the equinox to check the exact time, and Google started dropping leaves down my screen, so apparently everyone is committed to the bit. 🍁

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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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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I felt the same about Sukhi's butter chicken, and it was disappointing. Their samosas are so good. Luckily, I found the Deep frozen version, and it actually has flavor.

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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 · 30/08/2026

My dad was in the USAF at the time and actually calculated Skylab's reentry time and location. Quite proud of that connection.

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

This is an 80s movie, not well known or uhhh... thought to be good?

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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

I am not sure how I feel about this result. But considering the amount of erotica I read... prolly fair.

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

Entice Erato to add to your creative flow by indulging in pleasure, whatever that means for you. Let bliss open the mind to new ideas.

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

After watching humans face devastating consequences for following their desires, Erato embarked on a mission to make sex safe for every human. Her proudest (scientific) achievement: the birth control pill.

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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

I really loved this book and its sequel. I thought the third one was the weakest, but still pretty good.

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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 · 24/07/2026

That trillionaire without a conscience needs to take several seats.

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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 · 25/06/2026

...you and YOUR colleagues. Apologies.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This is awful, Meghan, on so many levels. You and my colleagues are all in my thoughts, so that you land on your feet.

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

They should have gotten a loon in one of the outdoor pictures.

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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 · 17/04/2026

Oh! I was wondering where all the time was going. Reach out to me when you're back from the VLA.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

I absolutely have guests! And I would love to be on your podcast. Let's make this happen!

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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 · 10/03/2026

Ah. He definitely knows more about that than I do from following the influences that combat that stuff. Can we just... you know... eat?

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

*notes that Schiff is on the list* Well then. I'll remember this next time he's up for reelection.

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Beth Johnson @planetarypan.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Yeah, I was deeply confused by why everything is protein-focused these days. I don't follow diet trends anymore. Then my husband pointed out the new food... pyramid? Whatever it is. It's heavily focused on protein. Which led me to sigh and roll my eyes. Just. Stahp.

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