
Kelly Weinersmith
Biologist, author, and podcast co-host. Co-author of 'A City on Mars' and co-host of 'Daniel and Kelly's Extraordinary Universe'.
Top 10 podcasts with Kelly Weinersmith
Ranked by the Snipd community

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Jul 16, 2025 • 43min
Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies
Join British astronaut Tim Peake, biologist Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies as they explore whether humanity should settle in space. Peake shares insights from his time at the ISS and advocates for space exploration. Weinersmith discusses the hurdles of colonizing Mars and the Moon, while Davies injects humor into the conversation about life beyond Earth. They tackle the scientific and ethical implications, from growing food on Mars to the absurdities of space travel, making for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.

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Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 24min
256 | Kelly and Zach Weinersmith on Building Cities on the Moon and Mars
Kelly Weinersmith, an ecologist and adjunct professor, and Zach Weinersmith, the creator of the webcomic 'Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal', dive into the ambitious topic of colonizing Mars and the Moon. They explore the complexities of human dynamics in space, including the challenges of maintaining relationships and the importance of self-sustaining ecosystems. Their discussion touches on the ethical implications of terraforming, the physiological hurdles of raising humans in low gravity, and the intriguing lessons learned from the Biosphere 2 experiment.

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Apr 19, 2024 • 38min
Living on Mars would probably suck — here's why
Kelly and Zach Weinersmith discuss the challenges of human settlement on Mars, including psychological hurdles, environmental obstacles, and legal complexities. They compare the feasibility of colonizing the moon versus Mars, emphasizing the unique health implications and required skill sets. The podcast delves into the need for genetic diversity, intensive agriculture, and the legal ambiguities surrounding resource extraction in space. Additionally, the speakers explore the complexities of space ownership, accident liabilities, and the importance of international regulation in space exploration.

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Jan 21, 2025 • 15min
Can We Settle Space? Should We?
Kelly Weinersmith, a biologist and adjunct faculty member at Rice University, delves into the complexities of space settlements. She and her husband originally aimed to paint a rosy picture of a future on Mars but now express skepticism about its feasibility. They discuss the fragile health of humans in space, the challenges of sustainability, and concerns over lunar and Martian colonization. Weinersmith also addresses the ethical dilemmas and the legal frameworks that hinder our pursuit of settling off-world.

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Nov 13, 2024 • 14min
Should Humans Live On Mars?
Kelly Weinersmith, a biologist and co-author of "A City on Mars," and Zach Weinersmith, a cartoonist, dive into the exciting yet daunting idea of living on Mars. They discuss the necessary resources for survival and the unique challenges of raising children in low gravity. As they explore what daily life might entail—like food production and governance—they also consider the ethical dilemmas of settling a new planet. Ultimately, they highlight why staying on Earth could be a wiser choice for humanity.

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Nov 8, 2023 • 53min
A City on Mars
Authors Zach and Kelly Weinersmith discuss the complexities and risks involved in human settlement on Mars, including ethical implications and international cooperation. They also explore the challenges of sending humans to Mars and the societal considerations. The podcast highlights the need for careful consideration and mindful approaches in space colonization.

Nov 5, 2024 • 21min
Could we really live on Mars?
Prof Sanjeev Gupta, a geologist at Imperial College, was instrumental in the Mars rover missions, and Kelly Weinersmith is an acclaimed biologist and author of the award-winning book 'A City on Mars.' They explore the ancient Martian landscapes and the harsh realities of life on the red planet. While discussing human settlement, they highlight extreme conditions, from thin atmosphere to psychological challenges. Ethical implications of corporate governance in space colonization are also examined, raising critical questions about life on Mars.

Sep 30, 2024 • 18min
A City on Mars by Kelly and Zach Weinersmith - Royal Society Trivedi Science Book Prize Conversations
Kelly and Zach Weinersmith, both award-nominated authors, examine the ambitious goal of establishing a human colony on Mars. They tackle the feasibility and ethical concerns of interplanetary life, navigating complex challenges like human reproduction off Earth. The duo dives into the sociopolitical dynamics of creating a Martian company town, drawing parallels with historical precedents. Their journey through rigorous research during the pandemic sheds light on the intersection of fiction and science, all while sharing personal anecdotes and laughs.

Jan 18, 2024 • 51min
Apple Benefits from Upgrade on Potential From AI, Headset
Apple shares rise after upgrade from Bank of America, potential of AI and headset discussed. SpaceX launch with European crew to ISS. Haribo gummi bear factory visit. US regulators' plan for banks. Tax efficiency and harvesting losses strategy.

Nov 8, 2023 • 9min
Exploring the Challenges of Building Settlements in Space
Kelly Weinersmith, a professor at Rice University, discusses the challenges and ethical issues of colonizing Mars within our lifetimes. They also explore the role of Elon Musk in building settlements in space and debate the pros and cons of human settlements in space.