Casey Dreyer, Chief of Space Policy at The Planetary Society, discusses the implications of the recent U.S. elections on NASA’s funding and priorities. Jack Kiraly, Director of Government Relations, shares insights on budget cuts leading to layoffs at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. They highlight the need for strong advocacy and grassroots engagement to support space science funding amidst political changes. The conversation also delves into the interplay between political dynamics and NASA's future, stressing the significance of bipartisan cooperation for ongoing space exploration.

Blazing a Trail to the Moon features guests Casey Dreier, Jack Kiraly, and Kate Howells. They discuss the Japanese space agency's successful lunar landing, upcoming solar eclipse, and the importance of advocacy and funding for space missions. The podcast also explores NASA's Lunar Trailblazer mission and the significance of mapping the moon's water resources. Additionally, it discusses the framing issue in Apollo 11 images and announces a future episode on solar eclipses.