Yari & RDan Golden-Castaño, USA

Love and space exploration might seem like an unlikely duo, but for RDan and Yari Golden-Castano, their shared dream of living on Mars brought them together in a way that’s truly out of this world. In this Valentine’s Day special ofAspiring Martians, host Joe Sweeney sits down with the couple to talk about how they met through the Mars One program, fell in love, and eventually got married—all while preparing for the possibility of leaving Earth behind.

In this episode, they cover why the first settlements won't be exactly what you see in the movies, why sending a married couple first makes the most sense, and even how to argue more efficiently. Whether you're a romantic at heart or just fascinated by the realities of human relationships beyond Earth, this episode offers a fun and thought-provoking look at love on the final frontier.