Senior scientist from the Planetary Science Institute Dr. Amanda Hendrix discusses the characteristics and habitability of Saturn's moon Titan for permanent human settlement. Dr. Hendrix discusses her book "Beyond Earth: our path to a new home in the planets". Issues discussed include:

-Why Titan is the most suitable place in our solar system for human settlement outside of Earth

-What are the characteristics of some of the other moons in our solar system?

-How does Titan compare to Mars in terms suitability for human settlement?

-Is it possible to terraform other planets and moons in our solar system? 

-What is the motivation and justification behind leaving earth for other planets and moons?