Astrophysical jets are ubiquitously associated with accretion on all scales. They are energetic, collimated outflows that have been observed in association with the formation of individual stars to spanning the space between galaxies. Studying transient astrophysical jets teaches us about particle acceleration, accretion, general relativity, and feedback all on human-observable timescales. My research has focused on studying the some of the most powerful jet ejecta launched by black holes such as those from the collapse of massive stars or when an unfortunate star gets too close to a supermassive black hole and is ripped apart. Such phenomena produce complex, multi-wavelength transients. In this talk I will provide an overview of how my community, and I use a range of telescopes, in particular radio telescopes, to study the jets launched by both stellar and supermassive black holes. I will present observations results of some of the most recent events that have been transformative of our understanding relativistic radio transients including a gamma-ray burst dubbed the BOAT (Brightest Of All Time). I will finish by exploring what the future of our field looks like as new facilities come online such as the Square Kilometer Array.

Before the talk (~3:45pm), tea and coffee will be served outside 116 Weniger.

After the talk, there will be a reception with food and drink in 247 Weniger.