WeMartians Podcast

Jake Robins
  • 4.8 (113)
  • NATURAL SCIENCES
WeMartians Podcast

The WeMartians Podcast delves into all aspects of the exploration of Mars, including robotic/human spacecraft and rocket engineering, planetary science, astronomy and other upcoming technology. Our episodes are research-supported and feature topical audio clips and special guests.

  1. 135 - A Farewell to InSight (feat. Bruce Banerdt)

    02/09/2023

    135 - A Farewell to InSight (feat. Bruce Banerdt)

    NASA's InSight mission landed in 2018 and completed its primary mission two years later. From there it pursued an extended mission, gathering as much scientific data as it could before ultimately ending late last year as dust on the solar panels starved it of energy. Dr. Bruce Banerdt, the Principal Investigator for the mission, joins Jake to talk about its legacy and successes, and where we go from here. Follow BruceBruce at JPLFollow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeOff-Nominal DiscordMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system finally got the job done, that trusty old steed. Do you like horses as much as I do? If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs may or may not be included).

    55 min
  2. Goodbye, for now

    01/30/2023

    Goodbye, for now

    After seven years of exploring the solar system, Jake is ready to move on to new projects. Hear his final thoughts on WeMartians. Stay in TouchPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.me

    5 min
  3. 134 - Blood, Sweat, and Rockets (feat. MG Lord)

    01/29/2023

    134 - Blood, Sweat, and Rockets (feat. MG Lord)

    NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has a storied history of exploration, but if you go back far enough the stories get pretty wild. Its early days feature a gutsy team of rocket engineers blowing up engines in the hills around Pasadena while moonlighting as communists and occultists. This "Suicide Squad" is featured in a new podcast series by MG Lord, and MG joins Jake to talk about it. Follow MG LordBlood Sweat and RocketsMG's WebsiteFollow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system finally got the job done, that trusty old steed. Do you like horses as much as I do? If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs may or may not be included).

    42 min
  4. 133 - The State of the Moon (feat. Brendan Byrne and Emilee Speck)

    01/10/2023

    133 - The State of the Moon (feat. Brendan Byrne and Emilee Speck)

    Last year saw a successful Artemis 1 flight, the launch of multiple lunar robotic missions, and the continued development of the CLPS program. What's ahead for 2023? Will it continue this string of exciting progress in lunar exploration? Friends of the show and space reporters Brendan Byrne and Emilee Speck join Jake to talk it through. Follow Brendan and EmileeEmilee's Twitter (@ EMSpeck)Fox Weather Earth and SpaceWMFE's Are We There Yet?Follow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system finally got the job done, that trusty old steed. Do you like horses as much as I do? If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs may or may not be included).

    43 min
  5. 132 - Artemis Ahead (feat. Eric Berger)

    12/13/2022

    132 - Artemis Ahead (feat. Eric Berger)

    The Artemis I Orion capsule splashed down in the Pacific this week, a triumphant finale to a mission that faced so many challenges getting to launch. With Artemis I behind us, what's ahead for the Artemis program and the road to a lunar landing? Ars Technica journalist Eric Berger joins Jake to talk about the future of the program and the challenges it will face. We Orion, SLS, Starship and ArtemisHere’s why NASA’s Artemis I mission is so rare, and so remarkable - Ars TechnicaAfter the Artemis I mission’s brilliant success, why is an encore 2 years away?The oracle who predicted SLS’s launch in 2023 has thoughts about Artemis III - Ars TechnicaNASA official “very confident” Artemis spacesuits will be ready on timeFollow EricEric's Twitter (@SciGuySpace)Eric's Articles on Ars TechnicaLiftoff by Eric BergerFollow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system finally got the job done, that trusty old steed. Do you like horses as much as I do? If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs may or may not be included).

    35 min
  6. 131 - Juno at Europa (feat. Scott Bolton)

    11/03/2022

    131 - Juno at Europa (feat. Scott Bolton)

    Juno has been exploring the Jupiter system since 2016, and has taught us a lot about the clouds, the magnetosphere, and the origin of the largest planet in our solar system. Now in its extended mission, it's exploring the Jovian moons in a series of flybys, including a recent pass by Europa. The mission's PI Scott Bolton joins Jake to talk about this flyby, the science results we've gotten, and what's ahead for this intrepid explorer. We talk Juno and EuropaFirst images of EuropaClosest images of Europa from Star trackerJunoCam imagesFollow ScottScott's Twitter (@ScottBoltonJuno)Follow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system is shelved again until November, which means the horse is headed back to the barn, so to speak. But hey, maybe you like horses! If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs not included).

    44 min
  7. 130 - Voyager at 45 (feat. Linda Spilker)

    10/18/2022

    130 - Voyager at 45 (feat. Linda Spilker)

    Voyagers 1 and 2 have been exploring our solar system for over 45 years now. Despite the age of their instruments and computers and power source, they continue to deliver scientific data and contribute to present day discovery. Dr. Linda Spilker, who worked on Voyager since its launch, joins Jake to talk about its value today and its legacy tomorrow. We talk Voyager 1 and 2Voyager 1 AACS AnomalyVoyager 45th AnniversaryFollow LindaLinda's Twitter (@LindaSpilker)Follow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system is shelved again until November, which means the horse is headed back to the barn, so to speak. But hey, maybe you like horses! If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs not included).

    38 min
  8. 129 - Sailing the Clouds of Venus (feat. Paul Byrne)

    10/04/2022

    129 - Sailing the Clouds of Venus (feat. Paul Byrne)

    The clouds of Venus have long been a dream of humans to explore, and at last a mission concept called Phantom could be here to do it! But the road ahead for this idea is neither straight nor easy. Paul Byrne joins Jake to talk about how it will help us understand the solar system, and why it might not even get the chance to compete for a spot. We talk Phantom and New Frontiers 5Twitter Thread about PhantomNew Frontiers 5 Community Announcement - Tell NASA what you thinkFollow PaulPaul's Twitter (@ThePlanetaryGuy)Follow Jake & WeMartiansWeMartians.comPatreon (https://www.wemartians.com/support)WeMartians Shop (shop.wemartians.com)Mailing List (https://wemartians.com/signup)Twitter (@we_martians)Jake’s Twitter (@JakeOnOrbit)Off-Nominal YouTubeMarsti.meHorsepower DesignNASA's Space Launch system is shelved again until November, which means the horse is headed back to the barn, so to speak. But hey, maybe you like horses! If so, try on the new t-shirt design at the WeMartians shop today! Sometimes, a horse works just fine (space programs not included).

    46 min
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The WeMartians Podcast delves into all aspects of the exploration of Mars, including robotic/human spacecraft and rocket engineering, planetary science, astronomy and other upcoming technology. Our episodes are research-supported and feature topical audio clips and special guests.

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  • Creator
    Jake Robins
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2023
  • Episodes
    146
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Jake Robins
  • Show Website
    WeMartians Podcast

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