The hosts discuss their changing perspective on life and announce a podcast reboot. They talk about the importance of fighting against TB and respond to a question about wind speed. They also talk about a retro restaurant, Blue Land cleaning products, AFC Wimbledon updates, a talented football player, Mars sample return challenges, and end with gratitude and a dad joke.
The current timeline and budget for the mission to return samples from Mars are unrealistic, according to an independent review board.
AFC Wimbledon is performing better than expected this season, with a solid defense and strong midfield, defying expectations and aiming for a successful season.
The Ingenuity helicopter on Mars has set a new altitude record and continues to provide valuable insights for future missions and technology testing.
Deep dives
Progress and Challenges of Mars Sample Return Mission
NASA has been working on a mission to return samples from Mars, but an independent review board has found that the current timeline and budget are not realistic. The mission aims to send a sample retriever to Mars, collect samples left behind by the rover, put them on a rocket, and return them to Earth. The board suggests a realistic budget of $8-11 billion and a launch date of 2040.
Exciting Developments in AFC Wimbledon
AFC Wimbledon is performing better than expected this season, currently in eighth place and 11 points clear of relegation after 13 games. Key players include Ali-al-Hammadi, James Tilly, Aaron Saso, and Jake Reeves. Fans are ecstatic about the team's solid defense and strong midfield. Additionally, Joe Lewis, a central defender with prominently displayed thighs, has captured the hearts of fans. The team continues to defy expectations and strives for a successful season.
Ingenuity Sets New Altitude Record on Mars
The Ingenuity helicopter on Mars recently completed its 59th flight and set a new altitude record. The helicopter is still operational and continues to provide valuable insights. Its flights help prepare for future missions and test new technologies.
Challenges and Delay for Sample Return Mission
The plan to return samples from Mars faces challenges as an independent review finds the timeline and budget unrealistic. The mission aims to send a sample retriever to Mars, collect the rover's samples, launch them into orbit, and return them to Earth. The proposed timeline suggests a launch in 2028, while more realistic estimates propose a launch in 2040 and an increased budget of $8-11 billion.
Prospects for Humans on Mars Uncertain
Despite ambitions to send humans to Mars as early as the 2030s, the challenges and uncertainties surrounding sample return missions raise questions about achieving this goal. It remains unclear when humans will actually set foot on the Red Planet. Practical considerations, funding, and technological advancements play significant roles in determining when and how human missions to Mars will be realized.
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Join us for monthly livestreams at patreon.com/dearhankandjohn.
Follow us on Twitter! twitter.com/dearhankandjohn
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