Stories from the edge of possibility—from the people preparing to call Mars home.
Because the next great migration won’t be across oceans—but planets.
The Right Martian Stuff
with Dr. Robert Zubrin
Back in 1979, Tom Wolfe wrote The Right Stuff to capture what it took to launch the first Americans into space. But what about the people who will stay on Mars? In this special Everyday Mars episode, I speak with legendary aerospace engineer and author Dr. Robert Zubrin about what qualities the first Martian settlers will need—and how those traits might shape an entirely new civilization. From Scottys & Spocks to the value of the maverick, it’s classic Zubrin: bold, unfiltered, and very ready for launch.
140 million miles away never felt closer.
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Meet the Host
Follow along with our host, Joe Sweeney, as he dives into the minds of those who dream of life on Mars, from pioneers to tourists, exploring the challenges and hopes of humanity's next great adventure.