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Aug 2024
36m 33s

Lost in Space

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Imagine taking a once in a lifetime trip to outer space only to find out you have no idea when you'll be heading home. Sounds pretty crazy, but it's happening right now.

Astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell joins Amy & T.J. to break down what's going on with the group of astronauts who left planet Earth in June and provides insight as to why NASA hasn't brought them home yet. 

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