Katherine de Kleer

Katherine de Kleer, a Professor of Planetary Science and Astronomy at Caltech, dives into the intriguing world of celestial bodies. She discusses the reclassification of Pluto and its implications. The podcast explores volcanic activity on Jupiter’s moon Io and examines the potential for life in the subsurface oceans of Europa. Katherine also touches on the complexities of Saturn's moons, including their organic compounds, and reflects on the daunting yet exciting challenges of colonizing Mars. Get ready for a cosmic journey through our solar system!