Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Mars exploration • NASA missions • Spacecraft challenges • Mars rovers • Asteroid threats • InSight mission • Insights from scientists • Space technology innovations • Planetary science • Cosmic perspectives
This podcast, "On a Mission," delves into the fascinating realm of outer space exploration, presenting an array of episodes that span both past and contemporary scientific endeavors. At the heart of the podcast is a focus on NASA's Mars rovers, chronicling their evolution and pivotal role in unraveling the mysteries of the Red Planet. Episodes explore the challenges faced during Mars rover missions, from launch to landing, and highlight the technological ingenuity required to drive and operate these machines on a distant world.
The podcast also sheds light on the individuals behind these missions, revealing personal anecdotes and insights from scientists and engineers. Their stories provide a deeper understanding of the complexities of space exploration, illustrating both the triumphs and obstacles encountered along the way.
Beyond Mars, the series ventures into broader topics, covering Earth's dynamic systems and the challenges they pose, such as climate change and natural disasters. Historical missions are examined, providing thoughtful perspectives on our planet's place in the universe and the knowledge garnered from decades of exploration.
Asteroids feature prominently as well, with discussions on their potential threats to Earth and humanity's attempts at detecting and deflecting these celestial objects. This podcast employs a narrative that combines technical insights with compelling storytelling, offering listeners an expansive view of humanity's quest to explore and understand both our solar system and our home planet. Through a blend of scientific inquiry and personal reflection, "On a Mission" reveals the interconnectedness of cosmic exploration and the enduring human spirit driving it forward.
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Episodes:
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Secrets of the Mars Rovers – S4E12
2023-Mar-08
51 minutes
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Digging In: When Rovers Get Dirt on Mars - S4E11
2023-Jan-12
53 minutes
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The Power of the Rovers – S4E10
2022-Nov-14
41 minutes
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Before You Can Drive, First You Have to Fly – S4E9
2022-Oct-03
56 minutes
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How to Drive a Mars Rover – S4E8
2022-Aug-25
41 minutes
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Flying with Ingenuity: the Mars Helicopter – S4E7
2022-Jul-20
58 minutes
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The Promise of Perseverance – S4E6
2022-Jun-08
52 minutes
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A Ton of Curiosity - S4E5
2022-Apr-21
53 minutes
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A Lifetime on Mars: The Adventures of Spirit and Opportunity - S4E4
2022-Mar-16
53 minutes
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Rise of the Twins: Spirit and Opportunity - S4E3
2022-Feb-16
43 minutes
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First Steps: Sojourner - S4E2
2022-Jan-18
43 minutes
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Driven to Mars - S4E1
2021-Dec-20
43 minutes
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Season 4 Preview: Mars Rovers
2021-Dec-14
1 minute
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Season 3, Episode 10: A Voyager’s View of Earth
2020-Dec-22
41 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 9: Life Bound
2020-Dec-15
35 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 8: Fueled by Fire
2020-Dec-08
41 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 7: Storm Warning
2020-Dec-01
36 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 6: Air and Shield
2020-Nov-24
42 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 5: Frozen in Time
2020-Nov-17
38 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 4: A World Shaped by Water
2020-Nov-10
40 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 3: On the Surface
2020-Nov-03
37 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 2: Genesis
2020-Oct-27
33 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 1: An Astronaut’s View of Earth
2020-Oct-20
41 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 0: To the Ends of the Earth
2020-Oct-14
less than a minute
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Season Two, Episode 10: Comets: A Love Story
2019-Dec-10
43 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 9: Hunting in the Dark for Monsters
2019-Dec-03
42 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 8: Diamonds in the Ice
2019-Nov-26
40 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 7: Planet Asteroid
2019-Nov-19
34 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 6: The Prospects of Heavy Metal
2019-Nov-12
32 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 5: Catch a Falling Star
2019-Nov-05
31 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 4: Deflecting Disaster
2019-Oct-29
31 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 3: Bracing for a Crash
2019-Oct-22
34 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 2: Impact!
2019-Oct-15
28 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 1 - The Sky Is Falling
2019-Oct-08
27 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 0 - Asteroids!
2019-Oct-03
1 minute
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Bonus episode: InSight’s Insights
2019-Oct-02
45 minutes
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Arrival
2018-Nov-20
23 minutes
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We Are the World
2018-Nov-20
19 minutes
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Worlds of Wonder
2018-Nov-13
20 minutes
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Robots Lend a Hand
2018-Nov-13
24 minutes
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A Matter of Life and Death
2018-Nov-05
24 minutes
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True Grit on the Road to Mars
2018-Nov-05
29 minutes
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Music of the Spheres
2018-Oct-29
26 minutes
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The Danger of Going to Mars
2018-Oct-29
19 minutes
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Episode 0, Trailer
2018-Oct-16
1 minute
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