Mars’ Atmosphere Mystery and Artemis Delays: A New Era in Space Exploration

Explore the groundbreaking discovery that Mars' ancient atmosphere may be locked in its clay-covered crust, offering new insights into the Red Planet's history and future exploration potential. Plus, delve into the implications of NASA's Artemis mission delays, including shifts in space strategy and the intensifying space race with China. This episode provides a captivating look at the evolving landscape of space exploration and the pivotal role of Mars in humanity's interplanetary journey.

Sources:
https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/12/23/1107399/marss-ancient-atmosphere-might-be-locked-in-clay/
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/artemis/nasa-delays-artemis-missions-again-what-could-this-mean-for-the-moon-mars-and-space-leadership

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:37) Mars’s ancient atmosphere might be locked in clay
(00:02:47) NASA delays Artemis missions again. What could this mean for the moon, Mars and space leadership?