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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 36 MIN

02 - The Moon is not boring: Why everyone’s racing back.

from The Orbital Debrief · host Orbit Audio

From Apollo nostalgia to futuristic moon bases, we explore the revival of lunar ambition; and why our dusty, crater-packed neighbor is suddenly the hottest real estate in the solar system.Between NASA’s Artemis program, China’s long-term lunar plans, and a growing list of private players, the Moon is having a moment... and it’s not just for the science.TOD’s Episode Obsession: Lunar Real Estate & Property Development… (He’s started a fake startup called “Moon&Co.” and is working on a brochure for crater-view condos and luxury domes with solar flare shielding and artisanal oxygen.)Send TOD a transmission! (fan mail)___________________________________________ If you enjoyed the ride, rate, review, and subscribe. It keeps us in your feed... and keeps TOD from launching his solo podcast: “Quiet Screaming: A Todcast.” TOD: “Episode one is just 43 minutes of me judging humanity’s decision-making.” Catch you next orbit. Bring oxygen. And snacks. Definitely snacks.

From Apollo nostalgia to futuristic moon bases, we explore the revival of lunar ambition; and why our dusty, crater-packed neighbor is suddenly the hottest real estate in the solar system. Between NASA’s Artemis program, China’s long-term lunar plans, and a growing list of private players, the Moon is having a moment... and it’s not just for the science. TOD’s Episode Obsession: Lunar Real Estate & Property Development… (He’s started a fake startup called “Moon&Co.” and is working on ...

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