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The new space age is upon us, and This Week in Space leaves no topic untouched. Every Friday, join Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra magazine, Rod Pyle and Managing Editor of Space.com, Tariq Malik as they explore everything related to the cosmos. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast ad-free for $5 per month.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Space exploration updates • Interviews with astronauts and scientists • Space missions and technology • AI in space and crew interactions • Space movies and pop culture • Lunar and Mars exploration"This Week in Space" is a podcast that delves into the myriad facets of the modern space age, with new episodes published weekly. Each episode explores various topics ranging from the scientific and technological advancements in space exploration to cultural reflections and human endeavors in the cosmos. Hosted by expert space journalists, the podcast covers current events and major issues affecting the space industry, such as NASA's lunar missions, the challenges faced by private space companies like SpaceX, and international space competition.
Recurring themes include the intricacies of NASA's Artemis program and its implications for future lunar exploration, along with discussions on the broader challenges and strategies in space policy and budget constraints. There is also a strong focus on the human element of space exploration, featuring interviews with astronauts, scientists, and industry leaders who provide unique insights into the operational and personal aspects of space missions.
The podcast also delves into more specialized topics, including the exploration of AI in crewed space missions, the discovery of potential extraterrestrial life by scientific projects like Perseverance, and reflections on iconic space-related media and cultural events. Episodes often incorporate discussions around cutting-edge research and technology that push the boundaries of human understanding and capability in space. Whether through the lens of film, politics, or technology, "This Week in Space" presents a comprehensive overview of the evolving narrative of humanity's journey into space, offering listeners both a broad perspective and detailed analyses of current trends and stories relating to space exploration.
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TWiS 184: Space is Scary! - Halloween Movies About Space2025-Oct-31 74 minutes |
TWiS 183: Lunar Lander Wanted! Apply Within - Artemis III Contract Opening Up?2025-Oct-24 70 minutes |
TWiS 182: The Dream is Alive - With NASA Astronaut Terry Hart2025-Oct-17 77 minutes |
TWiS 181: World Space Week - A UN-Established Global Celebration of Space2025-Oct-10 58 minutes |
TWiS 180: NASA is Closed for Business - And Other Top Space Stories2025-Oct-03 68 minutes |
TWiS 179: The New Crew of Artemis II - Who Will Fly to the Moon in 2026?2025-Sep-26 68 minutes |
TWiS 178: Tell It to the Mountain - Astronaut and Senate Hopeful Terry Virts Says NASA Needs a Major Rethink2025-Sep-19 61 minutes |
TWiS 177: Life on Mars? - With Dr. Michael Tice2025-Sep-12 64 minutes |
TWiS 176: Beyond the Solar System - With Dr. Alan Stern, PI for New Horizons2025-Sep-05 57 minutes |
TWiS 175: More AI in Space - Crews and AI with Dr. Daniel Selva2025-Aug-29 58 minutes |