Today In Space

On this episode we recap Days 2-7 of the Artemis II Mission as the crew has broken records and learned more about the Moon than we ever knew before! This mission is more than just another spaceflight adventure, moon missions are SO SPECIAL! I recap the last week of the Moon Mission after launch, and share some of the best moments. But I also discuss what has made this first moon mission in half a century so special and unique....and why the next two missions are gearing up to be incredible! But first, the Artemis II crew and team must make it through arguably the most risky part of this mission - reentry and splashdown! 
Make sure to follow along for the exciting finish to this incredible Lunar Adventure - and the safe return of our four Hero Astronauts!
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Timestamps:
0:00 We're Back to the Moon (Artemis II Week Recap)
0:40 Why Moon Missions Hit Different Than than Any Human Missions
1:35 TLI Burn - The Moment You Commit to the Moon
2:30 Space Plumbers will be VERY Real Jobs (Mini Toilet Crisis in Space)
4:00 The Reality of Living in Deep Space
4:58 Day 6: Lunar Flyby & Science Operations Begin
5:30 Scientists + Astronauts Doing Science = Peak Mission Energy
6:30 Why This Mission Matters (Personal + Generational Impact)
7:16 The Internet Problem: Trolls, AI, and Fake Space Content
8:15 AI Content Farm Accounts Are Faking Space Content
9:15 Why Real NASA Coverage is BACK
10:00 Artemis II Breaks Records (Farthest Humans Ever In Space)
10:45 The Most Dangerous Phase Is Next: Reentry
11:30 The Heat Shield Problem (Biggest Concern)
12:15 Can Extra Fuel Help the Crew during Reentry?
13:30 The "Space Conundrum" Returns
14:15 Why This Mission Feels Different (Human Connection)
15:30 Splashdown Details & When to Watch Live
16:00 Where to Follow Artemis II Coverage
16:30 AG3D Labs - Our 3D Printing & AI Tool Company
17:00 Final Thoughts: Spread Science & Stay Curious

In this episode, we're covering DAY 1 of the Artemis 2 Mission in Earth orbit, before the TLI Burn to send the Orion Spacecraft and it's crew of 4 to the Moon. So much has happened in only one day and there's still so much of this mission to go! Big shoutout to everyone who joined us for the community live stream, including our co-hosts Matt Guy (niche3d.com) and Fitting in Adventure (@FittingInAdventure on youtube).
 
Want to stay caught up on the Artemis II mission?

Check out our new page at todayinspace.net/artemis-2 for all the latest info, mission timer, and live links from NASA - including our coverage for the podcast. Make sure to ask your curious questions in our form at the bottom of that page - and we'll answer them on the podcast!
 
Day 2 was packed with a GREAT TLI Burn! Go Artemis 2 Crew - We're going to the Moon!
 
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Timestamps:
00:00 Quick 2 min Recap of Day 1 of NASA Artemis 2
02:30 Stay Up To Date with Artemis 2 using our NEW Coverage Page todayinspace.net/artemis-2
04:32 Question from MP: W/ Artemis 2 Just Orbiting Moon, is Artemis 3 landing - or later mission?
11:26 T-10:00 Hold - Launch Readiness GO Poll (Chat GO For Launch Poll)
27:28 T-01:00 LIVE Artemis 2 Launch Community Hangout w/ Today In Space
37:12 First LIVE Views of Crew Inside Orion Capsule In Earth Orbit
42:12 Orion Seperation from ICPS - Prox Op Begins

In this episode, we break down the final part of NASA's major Ignition Program Announcement on the Eve of Artemis 2. After the Artemis 2, we enter an exciting new era of NASA Future Tech that will expand science, exploration, and even the use of nuclear propulsion for space travel! From the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, to SKYFALL drones on Mars, and SR-1 Freedom demonstrating nuclear electric propulsion for the first time - there is so much to discuss. Drop your thoughts in the comments!
To listen to Dr. Nicki Fox's Talk (full) watch our coverage here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uEUZJl-9SD0?si=fpaljV2ltf1_RAuC&t=4096
To listen to Steven Sinacore's Talk on Nuclear in Space (full) watch our coverage here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uEUZJl-9SD0?si=J_Jj7nPqJxIMLVmu&t=8636
To listen to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's closing thoughts go to (34:32) in this episode
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Timestamps:
00:00 Artemis 2 Launch and Community Engagement
04:16 Portion of Dr. Nikki Fox's Speech Science and Exploration
07:44 Alex's Reaction to Dr. Nikki Fox's talk
24:01 Portion of Steve Sinacore's Presentation on Nuclear Power in Space 
33:23 NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's Recap (full talk)
55:34 Alex & Chat Breakdown NASA Ignition Closing Talks
01:00:00 Challenges and Opportunities in Space Exploration

In this episode we recap PT2 of NASA's ambitious plan for the moon with live reactions from Alex during last Monday's epic reveal of the Ignition Plan. This part is dedicated to orbital space stations and NASA's controversial pausing of Gateway (the planned but underdeveloped Lunar Space Station) and their plans to replace the International Space Station in Low Earth Orbit. 
While seemingly a difficult admission from NASA that space stations are very expensive and complicated to not only build but also maintain continuous human presence, it also was deemed controversial by the same private contractors that will build the next ISS.
 
I thought the talk from Dana Weigel, program manager for the ISS Program was brutally and refreshingly honest. Even their module idea to build a NASA station that detaches when ISS is decommissioned seemed good to me, but according to Eric Berger's reporting (link below) it was not received well by the people who would use it.
To listen to the whole talk from Dana Weigel, watch our coverage here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uEUZJl-9SD0?si=pFvQiyUMq178AMra&t=934
To read Eric Berger's reporting on the aftermath, click here: https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/03/what-happens-next-with-nasas-plan-to-replace-the-iss-source-it-could-get-ugly/
We'd love to know what you think! Let us know below.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction, Artemis 2 coverage, Controversy for Space Stations
01:47 Costs and Future of the International Space Station (ISS)
03:13 NASA Honesty & Leadership
11:28 Potential Replacements for the ISS
22:40 NASA's Moon Base and Gateway Project 
26:27 Final Thoughts & Future Plans
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NASA just dropped one of the biggest space updates in years—and it could completely change the future of humanity in space.
In this episode of Today In Space, I break down my live reaction to NASA's IGNITION announcement, including:
- The push toward a permanent Moon Base
- Major changes to the Artemis Program (up to 5 and beyond!)
- Why NASA is shifting strategy (and what it means)
- The role of 3D printing, manufacturing, and infrastructure on the Moon
- How this plan sets the stage for Mars and deep space exploration
After following NASA and the space industry for over a decade, this is one of the most exciting and complete plans I've seen. This isn't just about going back to the Moon—this is about staying there and building humanity's first true deep space foothold.
If this works, we're looking at:
🌕 A real lunar base
🚀 A new era of space innovation
🛰️ Opportunities for engineers, creators, and companies
🌌 The foundation for missions to Mars and beyond
This is a turning point.
👨‍🚀 Join the Conversation
What do YOU think about NASA's Moon Base plans?
Is this the moment NASA takes the lead again?
Drop your thoughts below 👇
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Timestamps: 
00:00 Introduction to NASA Ignition Program Release this Week
04:30 My LIVE Reaction to NASA Artemis Update by Dr. Lori Glaze
23:09 My LIVE Reaction to NASA Moon Base by Carlos Garcia-Galan aka 'Lunar Viceroy'
36:50 Time-Dilation and Relativistic Physics for Moon GPS w/ Atomic Clocks
44:45 Question: What's my opinion now that NASA has moved from Gateway to Moon Base?