Mars Audio Log #11

Steven Hirshorn reflects on the Space Shuttle Program, the Space Shuttle Columbia accident, and the lessons learned that continue to shape human spaceflight. Episode 418 

The Artemis II crew discuss their paths to becoming astronauts and what it means to be part of NASA’s first crewed mission around the Moon in the Artemis campaign. This episode marks a special collaboration between Houston We Have a Podcast and NASA’s Curious Universe. HWHAP 417. 

The podcast team discusses how to watch and engage with the Artemis II mission, from launch coverage to real-time updates and beyond. HWHAP 416. 

Many spacecraft have died trying to get to Mars. The current record for Mars missions is 18 successes, and 25 failures. The InSight mission hopes to improve the odds. 

Hear from the deputy project manager for NASA’s CHAPEA project as well as the volunteer crew of four who joined us a few days before entering the Mars simulated habitat for one year. 

What would it take for humans to live permanently on Mars? asks Martin in Weston-super-Mare, UK. The doctors dig into requirements and possibilities of a long-term Martian outpost. We know that many missions to Mars have failed, for a range of reasons – malfunctions, crashes and ... Show More

Scientists at NASA’s Johnson Space Center share what it will take for humans to live on a multi-year journey to, on, and from Mars. HWHAP Episode 276. 

<p>Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of a truly inspiring space mission - the United Arab Emirates' Hope probe, which has spent two amazing years orbiting Mars! Our guest, Mohsen Al Awadhi, Director of the Space Missions Department at the UAE Space Agency, shares insigh ... Show More