The Comet that Crashed into Jupiter (with David Levy)

Update: 2025-06-27

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Dean Regas chats with astronomer David Levy, unpacking the discovery of the famous Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9. Listen in and find out how you can start chasing comets yourself. Send us your thoughts at lookingup@wvxu.org or post them on social media using #lookinguppodcast

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The Comet that Crashed into Jupiter (with David Levy)

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The Comet that Crashed into Jupiter (with David Levy)

The Comet that Crashed into Jupiter (with David Levy)