Under Alien Skies: A Sightseer's Guide to Saturn
Program:
What would it be like to sail above Saturn's rings, fly past its retinue of bizarre moons, and take a relaxing honeymoon vacation in a hot-air balloon in the giant planet's atmosphere itself? Astronomer and renowned science communicator Dr. Phil Plait will show you, based on his book, Under Alien Skies: A Sightseer's Guide to the Universe. More than just a simple description of events, this talk will take you to these distant worlds—so you can feel what it would be like to be there and experience them for yourself.
About the Speaker
Dr. Philip Plait, also known as "The Bad Astronomer," is an American astronomer and science communicator. With a Ph.D. in astronomy from the University of Virginia, he has worked on the Hubble Space Telescope and contributed to NASA’s missions, specializing in astronomical phenomena like supernovae and gamma-ray bursts. Plait is the author of three popular science books—Bad Astronomy, Death from the Skies, and Under Alien Skies—and has been featured in several documentaries, including How the Universe Works. He also hosted Crash Course Astronomy and served as president of the James Randi Educational Foundation, advocating for scientific skepticism.
Plait has a passion for public outreach, using his blog and online platforms to debunk misconceptions about astronomy and promote science literacy. His work has been a cornerstone for both astronomy education and skepticism, as he continues to engage audiences with his accessible explanations and witty insights.
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