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Are We There Yet?

Are We There Yet?

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Can life exist on a planet without a surface?

Can life exist on a planet without a surface? Plus, a look at new evidence from the Webb Space Telescope about galactic evolution.

Oct 17, 202328 min

Scientists psyched about mission to metal-rich asteroid Psyche

NASA scientists can't wait to launch a probe to the metal-rich asteroid Psyche. Its findings could uncover how our own planet formed.

Oct 10, 202328 min

The commercial space world is over the moon about lunar exploration

The upcoming Artemis missions have grabbed the attention of the nation — and the commercial space sector. Plus, a look at how a NASA engineer honors his Native American heritage with his work.

Oct 3, 202328 min

The space dust has landed! Here's why scientists are so eager to examine asteroid dirt

A capsule of space dust arrived on Earth from an asteroid hundreds of millions of miles away, and scientist can't wait to start analyzing the sample. Plus, Firefly Aerospace discusses efforts to launch a rocket in record time.

Sep 26, 202328 min

Once again, phosphine spotted in the clouds of Venus. Could this mean life on another planet?

Signs of phosphine were detected in the atmosphere of Venus alluding to signs of life on the hot planet. Plus, a new era of moon exploration has started.

Sep 19, 202328 min

'The Six' explores the stories and impact of NASA's first female astronauts

A new book by space journalist Loren Grush dives into the stories of the first female astronauts. Plus, a look at the new decadal survey outlining the next 10 years of space exploration.

Sep 12, 202328 min

Martian sounds create music and melodies in new science-inspired symphony

Sound that is collected by tiny microphones are being used to understand Martian life and create musical symphonies.

Sep 5, 202328 min

John Shoffner flew to space on a commercial spaceflight. His new mission is to inspire a new generation of space travelers

John Shoffner is working to inspire the next generation of astronauts to follow in his path. We also eplore the theoretical existence of white holes.

Aug 29, 202328 min

Ep 384A tale of two climates. Tracking climate change on Earth and on Mars

Scientists are working to understand climate change both here on Earth and on Mars. On Earth, these warmer temperatures are part of human-driven climate change. On Mars, understaning the planet's climate history is helping scientists uncover the possibility past life.

Aug 22, 202328 min

NASA Chefs prepare food good enough to send you into orbit

Cooking for astronauts, space news around the world and a conversation with NASA astronaut Woody Hoburg.

Aug 15, 202328 min

How artificial gravity and a giant telescope may change space exploration

The Vast aerospace company is creating a space station with artificial gravity. We'll hear why gravity is a good thing in space exploration. Plus, a giant telescope will launch within the decade that could capture images of planets outside of our own solar system.

Aug 7, 202328 min

A space for artistic inspiration with veteran astronaut Nicole Stott

Sending art into orbit. Veteran astronaut Nicole Stott talks about her Space for Art Foundation and fields questions from kids at a live taping Friday from the Orlando Science Center.

Aug 1, 202328 min

Sierra Space's new Dream Chaser hopes to bring people into orbit

Sierra Space plans to launch humans on the company’s Dream Chaser spacecraft. NASA’s Perseverance rover found evidence of organic molecules on Mars.

Jul 25, 202328 min

Asteroid dust returning to Earth could explain the origin of life

What do scientists hope to learn from a sample of asteroid dust from NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission? Plus, a look at the public's reaction to one year of Webb Telescope images.

Jul 18, 202328 min

Ripples in the cosmos: What we're learning from gravitational waves

Scientists have observed more ripples in the fabric of space-time, in the form of gravitational waves. The most recent discovery appears to be supermassive black holes on a collision course.

Jul 11, 202328 min

Ep 376OceanGate disaster puts spotlight on high-risk tourism, including space

The catastrophic implosion of a submersible visiting wreckage of the Titanic that left all five people on board dead is raising questions about regulation in the high-risk tourism industry, including space.

Jun 27, 202328 min

Sun science on the summer solstice and how Mars rocks get their names

We dig into the science of the sun as we approach the summer solstice. Plus, a look at how rocks on Mars get their names.

Jun 20, 202328 min

From malware to barf, dealing with the nasty side of space exploration

A security company found malware on an unnamed aerospace company's computers — what's the risk for the industry at large? And kids ask question about puking in space.

Jun 13, 202328 min

Space-flown seeds take root in orbit, NASA's UAP interest, and Florida gets STARCOM

Seeds adapt to grow in the harsh environment of space. Do they pass along these changes to the next generation? Researchers hope to soon find out.

Jun 6, 202328 min

Private space station astronaut John Shoffner speaks with WMFE from orbit

Astronaut and Ax-2 mission pilot John Shoffner speaks with WMFE from orbit about art, food, and the future of commercial space travel.

May 30, 202328 min

"Unfolding the Universe" brings new perspective to Webb telescope images

At the Museum of Arts and Sciences in Daytona Beach, a new exhibit gives patrons a new way to view and interact with images from the Webb Space Telescope.

May 23, 202328 min

"When The Heavens Went On Sale"

Author Ashlee Vance's new book explores the people and companies reshaping the commercial space industry.

May 16, 202328 min

Can we make food from CO2? On Mars?

Carbon dioxide is generally a bad thing when it comes to space travel. But what if you could harness it for good?

May 9, 202328 min

A conversation with commercial space pilot John Shoffner

Shoffner is piloting the SpaceX Crew Dragon that will carry Axiom Space's second private space mission to the International Space Station

May 2, 202328 min

More private space missions mean more data on astronaut health

A research institute is leveraging a surge in private space missions to collect critical data on how space travel affects the human body

Apr 25, 202328 min

What's driving the private space economy?

We'll hear from one investor in the private space sector on what's driving this industry upward despite economic uncertainty.

Apr 11, 202328 min

Artemis II: We have a crew

NASA announced the next crew to head to the moon, the first in more than 50 years. Plus, a conversation with retired astronaut Eileen Collins.

Apr 4, 202328 min

Breaking down NASA's $27 billion budget proposal

The proposal includes funding for NASA’s human missions like trips to the moon and maintenance of the International Space Station and science missions like a Mars sample return and probe heading to Venus.

Mar 28, 202328 min

Ep 363A commercial mission to the far side of the moon

Firefly Aerospace is flying a mission to the far side of the moon for NASA, paving the way for astronauts and other companies to explore the lunar surface. And, we'll talk about efforts to keep astronauts' brains sharp.

Mar 21, 202328 min

The history of women in the U.S. astronaut corps

For Women's History Month, we revisit conversations chronicling the inclusion of female astronauts at NASA.

Mar 14, 202328 min

Ep 361A 3D printed rocket could soon take flight. Where does it fit in to a growing launch market?

Relativity Space plans to launch its first 3D printed rocket this week, joining a growing number of commercial launch companies. We'll hear from CEO Tim Ellis about the compnay's plans and industry analyst Caleb Henry about its place in this market.

Mar 7, 202328 min

Ep 360SETI's search for ETs & NASA's new science chief

The SETI Institue has been searing for extraterrestrial life for decades. Now, the organization is closer than ever to hearing from life outside our planet.

Feb 28, 202328 min

Measuring the sound of rockets & NSYNC's Lance Bass chronicles "The Last Soviet" in space

NASA's Artemis I launch was really loud. That's according to new research by physicists hoping to better understand the behavior of rocket sounds. Plus, boy band superstar Lance Bass talks about his new podcast "The Last Soviet."

Feb 21, 202328 min

Starship & stitches: A look at SpaceX's Super Heavy test firing and the history of space mission patches

SpaceX completed a critical test of its Super Heavy booster. NASASpaceflight.com's Chris Gebhardt explains what's next for the massive vehicle that will take us to places like the moon and Mars? Plus, a look at this history of space mission patches with CollectSpace's Robert Pearlman.

Feb 14, 202328 min

Mars updates: Percy's sample collection and the possibility of astronaut missions

A look at the latest robotic explorer on Mars and a conversation about efforts to send humans to the red planet.

Feb 7, 202328 min

In the search for life in the universe, it's time to get nuclear

As NASA develops nuclear thermal propulsion rockets for human exploration in our solar system, some astrobiologists say the technology could help us answer the age-old question: Are we alone?

Jan 31, 202328 min

Oh the places we're going, for science!

From missions to the moon, a heavy metal asteroid, and findings outside our solar system, it's going to be a busy year for space science.

Jan 25, 202328 min

The planet is getting hotter. Here's how NASA is measuring Earth's changing temperature

Last year was the fifth warmest on record, according to new data released by NASA and the NOAA. How is NASA tracking out warming planet?

Jan 17, 202328 min

Neil deGrasse Tyson on the search for life outside our planet

Is there life out there? Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson says the answer to that question could come from our own solar system.

Jan 10, 202328 min

Making space accessible for all

Fourteen disabled crew members took trip on a Zero-G flight, conducting research with the hope of making space accessible for all.

Jan 3, 202328 min

Inflatable space is bursting at the seams

Inflatable habits could be the future of space exploration. But before they leave this planet, they have to explode.

Dec 20, 202228 min

Ep 350Artemis I is back on Earth. What's next?

NASA's newest moon mission appears to be a success. So what's next for the agency's lunar ambitions.

Dec 14, 202228 min

Ep 349Seeing the clouds of Titan

The Webb Space Telescope has captured weather on Titan, one of the moons of Saturn.

Dec 6, 202227 min

Ep 348To the moon, for good?

NASA's Artemis I mission is a big step in the agency's plans for permanent presence on the moon. Just how close is the agency to that goal, and what is left to be done?

Nov 30, 202227 min

From the moon to Mars

NASA's Artemis I mission has made it to the moon. We check in with the mission and preview what's ahead. Plus, the new documentary "Goodnight Oppy" chronicles a planned 90 day mission on Mars that lasted 15 years.

Nov 22, 2022

Artemis I, take three

NASA’s next moon mission could take flight this week. Artemis I is poised to launch from Kennedy Space Center as early as Wednesday morning. The mission has faced a handful of obstacles, from engine issues, a gas leak, to riding out a hurricane.

Nov 15, 2022

The Pillars of Creation in a brand new light

We’re getting a fresh new look at this cosmic nursery thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope.

Nov 3, 2022

Zero G and I feel fine

What’s it like to feel weightless, like the astronauts on the International Space Station?

Oct 26, 2022

From the Space Shuttle to Starship

A look at a new documentary which highlights the people behind the scenes that kept the Space Shuttle program flying. Plus, and update on SpaceX's Starship plans.

Oct 18, 2022

Let's talk about the weather (and space, of course)

People in the path of Hurricane Ian are still dealing with its aftermath. Before and during the storm, residents rely on forecasts from meteorologists to track the storm and plan to prepare. Many of the tools these forecasters use come from space.

Oct 11, 2022