Aspiring Martians

Aspiring Martians

Aspiring Martians is the podcast for those captivated by the vision of living on Mars. Each episode unpacks the realities of Martian exploration, blending hard science with the personal stories of those preparing to embark on humanity’s most ambitious journey. From scientists to dreamers, pioneers to future settlers, we bring you the voices shaping what life could be like on Mars. Whether you’re an aspiring Martian yourself or just curious about the journey, join us as we navigate the incredible risks, rewards, and realities of life beyond Earth.

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February 4, 2025 49 mins

What drives a person to dedicate their life to exploring the unknown? In this episode of Aspiring Martians, host Joe Sweeney sits down with Ryan MacDonald, an aspiring Martian from Derby, England, who has been chasing the dream of going to Mars since he was 18. A former Mars One candidate, Ryan has spent his career preparing for humanity’s future beyond Earth—earning a Ph.D. in Astronomy from Cambridge, studying physics at Oxford...

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Welcome to the first episode of Everyday Mars, a new monthly series from Aspiring Martians! This week, host Joe Sweeney sits down with Brent Sherwood, a leading expert in space architecture and development. With an impressive career spanning senior roles at Boeing and Blue Origin, Brent has spent decades designing the future of human life in space.

Together, they explore what it will take to build a city of 1 million people on Ma...

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In this episode, Joe sits down with MoAfrica Thapelo, a South African aspiring Martian whose fascination with the Red Planet began in his childhood. MoAfrica shares his vision of conducting groundbreaking research on Mars, exploring how humans can thrive in its challenging environment while pushing the boundaries of science and discovery. His passion for Mars isn’t just about exploration—it’s about contributing to humanity’s next g...

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In the debut episode of Aspiring Martians, host Joe Sweeney sits down with Dr. Leila Zucker, an emergency medicine physician, Mars One finalist, and lifelong advocate for humanity's future on Mars. Leila shares how her intense career on the front lines of emergency medicine has shaped her resilience and adaptability—qualities she believes are vital for life on the Red Planet.

From dreaming of being both an astronaut and a doctor as...

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November 4, 2024 2 mins

Welcome to Aspiring Martians, the podcast for those who dream of calling Mars home! In this trailer episode, discover the heart and mission of Aspiring Martians, where we explore the challenges, dreams, and real possibilities of life on the red planet. Why are so many daring people inspired to journey across the cosmic ocean to this distant, desolate world? Who are the pioneers, the visionaries, and the dreamers shaping the future ...

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