Episode 1778 • • 1:38:05 - 1:43:45
1778: Three Holes One Bag
NASA Budget Cuts, Mars MAVEN Mission, Climate Monitoring
A proposed 50% cut to the NASA science budget threatens several high-profile projects, including the MAVEN Mars mission. The cuts specifically target climate-focused green aviation and monitoring satellites, with the administration suggesting these roles are better suited for the private sector. The aerospace industry in Colorado, which generates $5 billion in economic output, faces significant job loss concerns.