Ambre Trujillo

Casey Dreier, Chief of Space Policy at The Planetary Society, Ambre Trujillo, Digital Community Manager, and Jack Kiraly, Director of Government Relations, dive deep into the value and future of space exploration. They tackle common misconceptions about NASA, highlighting its vital role against private sector limitations. The trio discusses community advocacy for NASA funding and the crucial impact of space technology on Earth’s challenges, including climate change. Tune in for insights on how space science shapes our world while encouraging the next generation of explorers.

Join Kate Howells, a public education specialist, who reveals highlights from The Planetary Society’s Best of 2025 campaign. She shares stunning images that captivate curiosity. Matt Kaplan, a senior comms advisor, and Asa Stahl, a science editor, delve into intense solar activity's impact on missions. Ambre Trujillo discusses Bennu's intriguing findings of organics, while the panel reflects on Artemis 2's mission, lunar samples, and the growing threat of space debris. The conversation wraps up with insights on interstellar discoveries and the future of Venus exploration.

Joining the discussion are Michael Küppers, the project scientist for ESA's Hera spacecraft, Ambre Trujillo, digital community manager at The Planetary Society, and Bruce Betts, chief scientist at The Planetary Society. They delve into the upcoming Hera mission to study Dimorphos, exploring its significance for planetary defense. The conversation also highlights NASA's Europa Clipper challenge, blending creativity with space science. Plus, there's excitement about a potential meteor shower in 2034 and reflections on the importance of public support for NASA.