Gravity Chats

Why Darkness is Divine: International Dark Sky Week Special

International Dark Sky Week starts April 13th! In our latest conversation, DarkSky International CEO Ruskin Hartley discusses why and how to celebrate dark skies! Ruskin also shares the moment that changed his perspective: standing at Kitt Peak under a moonless sky and watching so many stars emerge that familiar constellations disappeared into the vastness. It's a reminder of what light pollution is quietly taking from all of us. Join Slooh this week as we celebrate dark skies and take action to protect them!

Sharing the Night Sky With All Ages

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Gravity Chats! Today we are joined by two incredible Slooh users: Luci_Pumpkin and Pandi_Paws, twins who use the platform and share some of our favorite observations.

Connection: How Telescopes Are an Antidote to Teen Loneliness

In the very first episode of Gravity Chats, host Dr. Emma Cain Louden sits down with Stephanie Hanover—Middle and Upper School Faculty at Allen Academy, Space Foundation Teacher Liaison, and NASA-JPL Solar System Ambassador. Stephanie shares her journey into space education, from early inspirations to the classroom moments that remind her why curiosity matters. She opens up about the power of hands-on learning, how to make astronomy tangible for students, and the evolving role of space science in K–12 education. Along the way, we explore how platforms like Slooh help connect students directly to the universe, and Stephanie offers practical tips for educators, students, and anyone curious about the cosmos. This episode is about the people who ignite wonder and help the next generation look up with purpose.