

207 - Fixing Voyager From 25 Billion Miles Away
Aug 19, 2024
Discover the astonishing resilience of the Voyager spacecraft as NASA engineers work from 15.5 billion miles away to restore communication. Dive into the mysteries of 'floating genes' in bacteria and how they aid survival. Explore the groundbreaking finding of liquid water beneath Mars' surface and its implications for exploration. Listen to the thrilling saga of interstellar rescue and the addition of the Voyager Golden Record to Spotify, featuring iconic tracks. This engaging journey intertwines science, technology, and humanity's quest for connection.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Marsquakes and Community Growth
04:27 • 5min
Engaging Patrons with Weekly Science Snippets
08:59 • 2min
Bacterial Genes and Voyager's Journey
11:19 • 20min
Understanding Carrier Signals in Communication
31:45 • 2min
Voyager's Daring Rescue
34:07 • 26min
Communicating with Voyager 1: The Ingenious Fixes
01:00:30 • 17min
Exploring the Voyager Golden Record and Podcast Engagement
01:17:50 • 2min