Episode 6 – The Eternal Storm: Catatumbo Lightning

In this episode of The Tilted Planet Podcast, we travel to the shores of Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela, where a spectacular natural phenomenon lights up the sky with near-nightly regularity. Known as Catatumbo Lightning, this atmospheric marvel has puzzled scientists, inspired legends, and even disappeared without warning in 2010.

We’ll explore how geography, climate, and mystery combine to create one of Earth’s most awe-inspiring displays — and what it might tell us about the delicate balance of nature.

Tilt your perspective and step into the storm!

Launched on a mission to peer deeper into the universe than ever before, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is revolutionizing how we see the cosmos. In this episode, we explore how this marvel of modern engineering works, what it’s already discovered, and why its infrared vision is a game-changer for astronomy.

From peeking into the earliest galaxies to analyzing the atmospheres of distant exoplanets, JWST is not just a telescope — it’s a time machine, a detective, and a dream realized.

Join me as we uncover the technology behind it, the challenges it overcame, and the stunning images that are already shifting our understanding of space.

And stick around until the end, where I reveal next week’s illuminating episode — one where lightning never sleeps…

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Far below the romantic streets of Paris lies a chilling secret — miles of tunnels stacked with the bones of over six million souls. In this episode of The Tilted Planet Podcast, we explore how these eerie catacombs came to be, what it's like to descend into them, and the myths and legends that still haunt the labyrinth today.

From forbidden passageways to historical oddities, join us as we uncover the darker side of the City of Light.

Follow the show for more curious journeys from around the world — and don’t forget to tilt your perspective.

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In this episode of The Tilted Planet Podcast, we journey to the coast of Belize to explore one of the most breathtaking and mysterious natural wonders on Earth: the Great Blue Hole. This massive marine sinkhole is more than just a diver’s dream—it’s a portal into the planet’s past.

We’ll dive into how it formed, the strange discoveries made in its depths, and the legends that swirl around its inky waters. What lies beneath its calm, circular surface may surprise you.

Pack your curiosity and plunge in—let’s tilt your perspective.

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In this episode of The Tilted Planet Podcast, we journey to Tromsø, Norway, a city where the sun vanishes for two whole months each winter. Discover how the people celebrate and adapt to the Polar Night with vibrant festivals, rich local folklore, and breathtaking displays of the Northern Lights. Join us as we explore the science, stories, and spirit behind this Arctic wonderland bathed in tilted light.

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In this episode of The Tilted Planet Podcast, we dive into the awe-inspiring Bay of Fundy—home to the world’s highest tides, rare geological wonders, and the legendary Old Sow Whirlpool, the largest in the Western Hemisphere. We’ll explore the science behind the tides, local folklore, and the deep-rooted cultural significance of this natural marvel to the Mi’kmaq people. Tune in for a journey through one of Canada’s most fascinating coastal frontiers.

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