Scott Manley

Scottish YouTube Personality, Educator

Scott Manley - Scottish YouTube Personality, Educator
Born

December 31st, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent YouTube personality focused on space-related content and science communication. Created a channel dedicated to educational videos on space exploration, astronomy, and science-related subjects. Produced a variety of content including tutorials and explication of various space missions and technologies, especially those related to NASA and SpaceX. Engaged with a community of enthusiasts and provided insights into complex scientific concepts through accessible language.

Hosted educational content about space exploration

Explained missions related to NASA and SpaceX

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