Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Space exploration • Mars rovers • Planetary missions • Asteroids • Technology • NASA scientists • Mars • Earth observation • InSight mission • Scientific discoveries • Challenges and innovations
This podcast, titled "On a Mission," explores the vast expanse of outer space through engaging narratives shared by scientists and experts involved in various missions. The content is rich with stories that unveil the challenges, discoveries, and technologies associated with space exploration. A significant portion of the podcast is devoted to the exploration of Mars, detailing the endeavors of NASA's rovers. These episodes delve into the intricate processes of designing, launching, and navigating these robotic explorers on the Red Planet. The podcast also investigates specific aspects of rover missions, such as their power sources, operational challenges, and scientific goals, including the search for signs of ancient life on Mars.
In addition to Mars-focused content, the podcast covers various other topics related to space missions. It provides insights into the exploration of asteroids, highlighting both the risks of potential impacts on Earth and the opportunities inherent in asteroid mining. The podcast often revisits themes of resilience and innovation, showcasing how missions overcome technical hurdles and the adaptation of technology to meet the unique demands of space exploration.
Furthermore, the podcast occasionally shifts its focus back to Earth, allowing listeners to gain a new perspective on our planet from outer space. This includes episodes that bring attention to the environmental and climatic phenomena affecting Earth, such as storms and wildfires, by leveraging insights gained from spacecraft observations. Overall, "On a Mission" provides a comprehensive look into the scientific, technical, and human elements of exploring space, offering listeners a blend of adventure and discovery with a grounding in real-world challenges and achievements.
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Episodes:
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Secrets of the Mars Rovers – S4E12
2023-Mar-08
51 minutes
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Digging In: When Rovers Get Dirt on Mars - S4E11
2023-Jan-12
53 minutes
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The Power of the Rovers – S4E10
2022-Nov-14
41 minutes
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Before You Can Drive, First You Have to Fly – S4E9
2022-Oct-03
56 minutes
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How to Drive a Mars Rover – S4E8
2022-Aug-25
41 minutes
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Flying with Ingenuity: the Mars Helicopter – S4E7
2022-Jul-20
58 minutes
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The Promise of Perseverance – S4E6
2022-Jun-08
52 minutes
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A Ton of Curiosity - S4E5
2022-Apr-21
53 minutes
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A Lifetime on Mars: The Adventures of Spirit and Opportunity - S4E4
2022-Mar-16
53 minutes
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Rise of the Twins: Spirit and Opportunity - S4E3
2022-Feb-16
43 minutes
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First Steps: Sojourner - S4E2
2022-Jan-18
43 minutes
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Driven to Mars - S4E1
2021-Dec-20
43 minutes
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Season 4 Preview: Mars Rovers
2021-Dec-14
1 minute
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Season 3, Episode 10: A Voyager’s View of Earth
2020-Dec-22
41 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 9: Life Bound
2020-Dec-15
35 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 8: Fueled by Fire
2020-Dec-08
41 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 7: Storm Warning
2020-Dec-01
36 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 6: Air and Shield
2020-Nov-24
42 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 5: Frozen in Time
2020-Nov-17
38 minutes
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Season 3, Episode 4: A World Shaped by Water
2020-Nov-10
40 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 3: On the Surface
2020-Nov-03
37 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 2: Genesis
2020-Oct-27
33 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 1: An Astronaut’s View of Earth
2020-Oct-20
41 minutes
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Season Three, Episode 0: To the Ends of the Earth
2020-Oct-14
less than a minute
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Season Two, Episode 10: Comets: A Love Story
2019-Dec-10
43 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 9: Hunting in the Dark for Monsters
2019-Dec-03
42 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 8: Diamonds in the Ice
2019-Nov-26
40 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 7: Planet Asteroid
2019-Nov-19
34 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 6: The Prospects of Heavy Metal
2019-Nov-12
32 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 5: Catch a Falling Star
2019-Nov-05
31 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 4: Deflecting Disaster
2019-Oct-29
31 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 3: Bracing for a Crash
2019-Oct-22
34 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 2: Impact!
2019-Oct-15
28 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 1 - The Sky Is Falling
2019-Oct-08
27 minutes
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Season Two, Episode 0 - Asteroids!
2019-Oct-03
1 minute
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Bonus episode: InSight’s Insights
2019-Oct-02
45 minutes
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Arrival
2018-Nov-20
23 minutes
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We Are the World
2018-Nov-20
19 minutes
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Worlds of Wonder
2018-Nov-13
20 minutes
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Robots Lend a Hand
2018-Nov-13
24 minutes
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A Matter of Life and Death
2018-Nov-05
24 minutes
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True Grit on the Road to Mars
2018-Nov-05
29 minutes
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Music of the Spheres
2018-Oct-29
26 minutes
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The Danger of Going to Mars
2018-Oct-29
19 minutes
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Episode 0, Trailer
2018-Oct-16
1 minute
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