The Daily Show: Ears Edition

TDS Time Machine | Space!

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Jul 13, 2025
Embark on a comedic journey through space with insights into NASA's astronaut duo stranded until 2025. Enjoy humorous musings on the absurdities of space travel, the establishment of the Space Force, and the bizarre effects of a solar eclipse on hotel prices. There's a whimsical look at lunar real estate and the implications of a luxury space hotel. Plus, join the laughter as existential threats like asteroids are tackled, alongside playful theories about dinosaurs and their cosmic demise!
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INSIGHT

Extended Space Mission Delay

  • Two astronauts scheduled for a 10-day mission are now expected to stay in space until February 2025.
  • Delays highlight the unpredictability and complexity of space travel missions.
INSIGHT

Safety Debates Delay Astronaut Return

  • NASA and Boeing disagree on the safety of Starliner spacecraft due to helium leaks and engine issues.
  • Trusting Boeing's safety claims is ironic given their spotty safety record.
ANECDOTE

Zero Gravity Affair Permission

  • Michael Kosta jokingly gives astronauts permission to have affairs due to the isolation of zero gravity.
  • Workplace close quarters and zero-gravity make in-space relationships more likely.
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