Join us as we explore Elon Musk's ambitious plans to colonize Mars with SpaceX's Starship, aiming for uncrewed missions within two years. Discover the excitement surrounding Mars' closest approach to Earth this weekend, offering a spectacular view for skywatchers. This episode delves into the technological advancements and celestial wonders that continue to fuel our fascination with the Red Planet.

Sources:

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/jan/11/i-think-there-is-life-there-today-the-race-to-put-a-human-on-mars-in-pictures

https://www.space.com/stargazing/mars-is-bigger-and-brighter-this-weekend-than-it-will-be-all-year-heres-how-to-see-it

Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:38) ‘I think there is life there. Today’: the race to put a human on Mars

(00:04:11) Mars is bigger and brighter this weekend than it will be all year. Here's how to see it