Episode 75: Wenn Galaxien Zwerge fressen

This time, Susanne and Paul venture into the depths of the universe – to the smallest building blocks of the galactic world: dwarf galaxies. Barely visible, yet numerous, they populate the cosmos in countless variations – elliptical, irregular, or spherical – and tell fascinating stories about the formation, evolution, and merging of galaxies. From the Magellanic Clouds to the Sagittarius Dwarf and the most distant mini-galaxies detected by the James Webb Telescope: Our two celestial explorers show why these tiny objects play such a crucial role in the universe – and how they constantly supply our Milky Way with material and stars. The question of how galaxies form in the first place also leads to surprising insights into dark matter, cosmic structures, and the beginnings of the universe. In this installment of "Behind the Headline," we explore an extraordinary celestial observation: a star that exploded three times – within just a few hours! Susanne and Paul discuss the mystery behind this cosmic puzzle with their usual wonder and humor. An episode full of galactic miniatures, intricate star paths, and surprising perspectives on the big picture. So: headphones on, star chart ready – and join Susanne and Paul on a stroll through the galaxy!