#161 How do planets float in space? w/ Brother Guy Consolmagno. How long have tortoises been on the Earth? How do thermometers work?

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Welcome to Episode #161 of Everything Under the Sun!

This week we’re joined by the knowledgable Brother Guy Consolmagno! He explains to us how planets manage to float in space! 🪐🚀

We learn all about tortoises and how long they've been on Earth! 🐢

And how a thermometer works!🌡️

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