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How is space debris interfering with launches?

There is an idea called a laser brew.

You can look at these objects as a response to human social needs.

Welcome to the Supermassive podcast from the Royal Astronomical Society with me, science journalist,

Izzy Clark and astrophysicist Dr Becky Smethurst.

Yeah, grab your dust fan and brush, everybody,

because this month it's all about the leftovers from our space activity. We're talking about

space junk. We'll be speaking to an engineer who has been watching the debris in space

increase over the years, plus space archaeologist and queen of space junk. Dr. Alice Borman explains

its historical significance. Space archaeologist, right? That definitely gives astrophysist a run for

its money, right? Like, it's like the coolest job title. I'm just picturing like Indiana Jones,

but in space. Yeah, exactly.

I could honestly say, I'll chat with Alice was brilliant,

so I'm very excited for everyone else to hear that.

But, you know, that's not all.

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