In this episode of The RedMars Podcast, I share more of my ham radio journey as I’m learning the ropes. I talk about a wild moment when the International Space Station (ISS) was rotated 180 degrees after a Russian Soyuz spacecraft fired its thrusters—proving once again how critical communication is, and how ham radio has even played a role in space safety. I also share some updates from my own radio life, like realizing I needed a programming cable to set up my handhelds (rookie mistake, but we’ve all been there!). Join me as I explore the ups and downs of getting started in amateur radio, from space stories to practical lessons, all while keeping it real.

I share my experience taking the Technician Class license exam and how I got into ham radio. From curiosity to preparedness, discover why radio is more than a hobby—it’s a skill that connects, teaches, and prepares us for the unexpected.

From the crackle of a Geiger counter to the quiet pulse of an ultrasound, this episode explores how we detect the invisible. I dive into the science of radiation — cosmic, ionizing, non-ionizing — and how it’s measured in space. We’ll talk about Geiger counters aboard spacecraft, sonar and why it doesn’t work in space, and how ultrasound waves are used not just in medicine, but even in space operations.I also share the chilling story of the Demon Core, a real-life radiation accident during the Manhattan Project that changed the way we handle nuclear material forever.And then… I bring it all home. In a personal twist, I reveal something new on the horizon for me and my family — using the very same invisible waves we’ve been talking about.This one’s about radiation, waves, and signals in the silence — both out there in the stars, and right here on Earth.🔬 Topics Covered:Types of radiation: ionizing vs non-ionizingGeiger counters in space explorationWhy sonar doesn’t work in spaceHow ultrasound helps us detect lifeThe true story of the Demon CoreA surprise at the end of the Video!🛰️ Stay curious, and keep looking up.#RedMarsLabs #SpaceTechnology #Radiation #Ultrasound #DemonCore #AstroJake #SpacePodcast #NewBabyReveal #SpaceScience #InvisibleWaves