#753: Why is the Moon’s South Pole So Interesting?

It seems like everyone just wants to explore the Moon’s South Pole. What makes this region so special and what are the special challenges that explorers will face. Learn here!

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Ep. 590: Lunar Hazards: Dust, Radiation, and More

Ep. 590: Lunar Hazards: Dust, Radiation, and More

2024 can’t come soon enough. You know, that’s the year when humans will set foot on the Moon again. Don’t you roll your eyes. That’s the plan. Well, unless the plan changes. But my point is, explorers going to the Moon will need to be concerned about all kinds of hazards, like dust, radiation and gigantic moon worms.

Ep. 589: Lunar Resources: Water (Update) & Other Volatiles

Ep. 589: Lunar Resources: Water (Update) & Other Volatiles

We’ve talked about water on the Moon many times here on Astronomy Cast, but there have been a bunch of big updates, thanks to new research from NASA and others. Today we’re going to give you an update on the state of water on the Moon and the plans to take advantage of it.

Ep. 588: Lunar Resources: Lava Tubes

Ep. 588: Lunar Resources: Lava Tubes

All eyes are on the Moon. We’re going back, this time to stay… right? One of the best resources on the Moon will be the lava tubes that crisscross the subsurface of the Moon. These can provide protection from space, and a look into the geologic history of the Moon. And they can be enormous.

Ep. 587: Artemis Accords

Ep. 587: Artemis Accords

The Moon is about to become a very busy place, with multiple countries and private companies planning missions in the next few years. It’s been decades since the Outer Space Treaty was negotiated. It’s time for the Artemis Accords.

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