This episode dives deep into the wonders and mysteries of Mars, exploring the Red Planet from every angle. Listeners learn about its size, gravity, seasons, and extreme temperatures, as well as its dramatic surface features like Olympus Mons and Valles Marineris. The hosts discuss Mars’ thin atmosphere, shifting dust storms, and long-gone rivers and lakes, raising the question of whether life once thrived there. The conversation highlights robotic missions that have transformed our understanding of Mars, the cultural fascination with the planet in both myth and science fiction, and the ambitious plans to one day send humans through massive projects like Starship. Both scientific detail and cultural context come together, making this an engaging journey into why Mars captures so much human curiosity and imagination.

In this special episode, our hosts (Shaylee, Tulsi, Hattie Rose, and Wyatt) talk with Los Alamos National Lab astrophysicist Nicole Lloyd Ronning about gamma-ray bursts, black holes, and what the early universe can tell us today. We dig into career paths, astronaut dreams, and the big question—are we alone?

In this episode of Space on Earth, the team pays tribute to Captain James “Jim” Lovell Jr., legendary Apollo 13 commander and one of NASA’s most accomplished astronauts. Hosts Taylor and Wyatt reflect on his remarkable career, from early days building model rockets to his four spaceflights that shaped the Space Age: Gemini 7, Gemini 12, Apollo 8, and the dramatic Apollo 13 mission. Along the way, they explore Lovell’s legacy as a pioneer of spacewalking, lunar navigation, and teamwork under pressure, and why his story continues to inspire dreamers and explorers on Earth today.

In this episode of Space on Earth, the team takes a deep dive into our star, the Sun: its classification, life cycle, and how it compares to other stars. They explore the Sun’s role as the engine of the solar system, its magnetic storms and auroras, and its influence on Earth’s climate and technology. The hosts highlight groundbreaking missions like the Parker Solar Probe, SOHO, and Solar Orbiter, revealing how scientists study the Sun up close. From ultraviolet light to solar wind, rockets to red giants, this episode uncovers how the Sun shapes life, space travel, and our future.

In this episode of Space on Earth, Taylor, Hattie Rose, Tulsi, and Wyatt dive into comparative planetology—the science of understanding other planets by comparing them to Earth. They explore how we use remote sensing, rovers, and past missions to study the geology of Mars, the Moon, and Venus, revealing insights about Earth’s own history. Wyatt shares how lunar samples from Apollo missions changed our understanding of the Moon’s formation and its role in stabilizing Earth’s climate. Hattie highlights Mars as a geologic time capsule, preserving features lost to time on Earth, and explains how missions from Viking to Perseverance are helping answer the big question: was Mars ever home to life? Tulsi contrasts Venus’s similarities and extreme differences with Earth, including its thick carbon dioxide atmosphere and backward spin. The episode wraps with a look toward future missions and how New Mexico has contributed to planetary exploration. Curious about other worlds? Tune in to discover how studying the planets helps us understand our own.

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In this episode of Space on Earth, hosts Shaylee, Taylor, Wyatt, and Tulsi explore the wonder of constellations, from ancient myths and cultural meanings to their lasting importance in science and navigation. They highlight Ursa Major and Cygnus, sharing stories from Greek, Native American, and Indian traditions, as well as scientific insights like the Pinwheel Galaxy and Cygnus X-1, one of the first black holes discovered. The team also celebrates the clear, dark skies of Taos, New Mexico, and their deep connection to Indigenous stargazing traditions. Listeners are encouraged to look for Ursa Major or Cygnus in the sky this week and to join the upcoming STEMarts AstroTour on July 12th at 8:30 PM in Taos.

In this episode of Space on Earth, student hosts Hattie, Tulsi, and Wyatt dive into the rich history of spaceflight in New Mexico. From V-2 rocket launches at White Sands and the first photos of Earth from space, to the role of Starliner landings and Virgin Galactic’s suborbital tourism, this episode explores how the Land of Enchantment became a key player in space exploration. Blending personal stories with powerful space science, the team highlights how New Mexico’s landscape and legacy continue to shape humanity’s journey to the stars.

In this episode of Space on Earth, Wyatt, Hattie, and Shaylee dive into the world of reusability in aerospace—from the legacy of the Space Shuttle to the cutting-edge tech of SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Rocket Lab. They explore how reusable rockets are transforming the economics, sustainability, and future of space travel. Whether you're dreaming of Mars missions or curious about how launch costs are dropping, this episode brings big ideas down to Earth—one launch at a time.