On today’s podcast, three lessons that can be learned from the war in Ukraine; researchers find that a NASA mission to crash a spacecraft into an asteroid completely reshaped the target body followed by a discussion about such missions; then reduced forms on Lesson of the Day.
Aug 2024
Learning English Podcast - August 05, 2024
On today’s podcast, health officials warn of the spread of the viral disease mpox in Africa; Singapore approves insects for food; NASA finds Martian rock suggesting life followed by a discussion about whether it is really new; then, fire emergencies on Lesson of the Day.
29m 59s
Jun 2024
Audio long read: How NASA astronauts are training to walk on the Moon in 2026
In 2026, NASA aims to send humans back to the Moon's surface, as part of the Artemis III mission. In preparation, astronauts have been performing moonwalking simulations to ensure that they are able to make the most of their precious time on the lunar surface. In one dress rehear ... Show More
15m 4s
Jun 2024
Small Steps, Giant Leaps: Episode 131: The Artemis Lunar Terrain Vehicle
In this episode, Jacob Bleacher, NASA’s chief exploration scientist, tells us about the science goals of the Artemis Lunar Terrain Vehicle and how NASA is collaborating with industry to explore more of the Moon’s surface than ever before.
24m 31s