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EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 8 MIN

Richard Easther: Auckland University astrophysicist talks historical and scientific significance of Artemis mission

from Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons · host Newstalk ZB

The Artemis II crew have completed their mission to view the dark side of the moon and are now set to re-enter Earth's atmosphere tomorrow (NZT).  Auckland University astrophysicist Richard Easther joined Matt and Tyler to chat about the historical and scientific significance of the mission.  "99% of what they're trying to do here is to test the technology," he said. "It's essentially a test flight of the vehicles that they want to use to go back to the moon on a regular basis." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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