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NASA has delayed the Artemis 2 lunar mission until at least April. Meanwhile, astronaut Mike Fink returned early from the International Space Station following a "medical event." The hosts speculate on the nature of the emergency, dismissing official narratives in favor of more controversial theories regarding the crew's health.

Reports of International Space Station helmets filling with water, nearly drowning astronauts during spacewalks, are addressed. While NASA attributes this to cooling system failures, skeptics argue it is evidence that space missions are actually filmed in large neutral buoyancy pools on Earth and that the suits are simply leaking.

Speculation continues regarding a secret medical emergency that prompted the return of astronauts from the International Space Station. A theory is proposed that a pregnancy occurred in space, supported by NASA astronauts' recent praise for portable ultrasound technology used during the mission. NASA has officially cited HIPAA laws to avoid disclosing the specific nature of the medical issue.

NASA evacuated a four-person crew from the International Space Station (ISS) due to a non-emergency medical concern, marking the first such event in 25 years. While NASA declined to name the individual or the condition, speculation is raised regarding a potential pregnancy. Analyst Keith Cowling notes that the lack of a CAT scanner in space necessitates returning astronauts to Earth for certain diagnostics.

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson announced the early return of Crew 11 from the International Space Station due to an undisclosed medical situation involving a crew member. Speculation has arisen regarding the nature of the emergency, as the agency has provided few details beyond stating the individual is stable.

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore remain on the International Space Station months after their planned eight-day mission. A leak in their Boeing spacecraft made a return trip impossible. They are now expected to stay until March or April, receiving holiday supplies via a SpaceX resupply mission.

NASA acknowledges that a SpaceX capsule may be used as a contingency plan to return astronauts from the International Space Station if the Boeing Starliner remains grounded. The hosts discuss the technical failures of the Starliner mission and the potential for Elon Musk to "lord it over" Boeing.

The Boeing Starliner mission, originally scheduled for eight days, has extended into its fifth week due to helium leaks and thruster failures. Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams remain on the International Space Station while Boeing and NASA conduct tests. There is increasing speculation that the crew may need to return via a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.

The Boeing Starliner mission to the International Space Station has been extended indefinitely due to helium leaks and propulsion system issues. Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams remain in orbit while NASA evaluates the spacecraft's battery autonomy and return safety.

The hosts observe that despite the conflict, a 1950s-style "Red Scare" has failed to ignite among the American public. They point to the continued cooperation between NASA and Roscosmos, including a recent SpaceX launch carrying a Russian cosmonaut to the International Space Station. The crew members reportedly avoid discussing politics to maintain their working relationship in space.

NASA has suspended spacewalks at the International Space Station after an astronaut's helmet began filling with water, nearly causing a drowning incident. The hosts jokingly suggest the leaks occur because the missions are filmed in a pool before signing off for the episode.

The first all-private team of astronauts docked at the International Space Station (ISS) as part of a mission by Axiom Space and SpaceX. The three entrepreneurs each paid $55 million for the eight-day trip, during which they are expected to conduct scientific research on cancer stem cells. Critics question the commercialization of low-Earth orbit and the "oligarch" nature of private space travel.

Russia beats Tom Cruise in the race to film the first movie in space as an actress and director arrive at the ISS. The episode concludes with a "Bad Week for Facebook" musical mix by Neil Jones and a track by Gus Augustine.

British astronaut Tim Peake's historic spacewalk is cut short after a water bubble is discovered in his colleague Tim Kopra's helmet. The incident sparks a discussion on the constant need for repairs on the International Space Station and mentions conspiracy theories regarding the authenticity of space footage.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket exploded minutes after liftoff, destroying two tons of essential supplies destined for the International Space Station. This marks the third failure of an American-connected space mission in a year, following previous disasters by Orbital Sciences and a Russian cargo ship.

The hosts briefly mention an ongoing podcast patent dispute, which they plan to deconstruct in the next episode. They also note a strange plume seen from the International Space Station, which turned out to be a Russian missile test. The show concludes with a final "thank you for your courage" and a reminder to support the "Sunday Service" episode.

Astronauts on the International Space Station reportedly used a toothbrush and a pipe cleaner to fix a power unit bolt. A Mission Control quote comparing the event to "living on the set of Apollo 13" is highlighted as a potential slip-of-the-tongue regarding the authenticity of space missions.

The International Space Station's primary toilet malfunctioned, forcing astronauts to use the limited-capacity Russian Soyuz facilities. The Space Shuttle Discovery is scheduled to deliver repair parts along with the Japanese Kibo laboratory module to resolve the issue.

The International Space Station was briefly evacuated due to space debris, and the hosts conclude with a look at the "upbeat" economic reporting in the UK following a Dow Jones rally. They sign off from "Gitmo Nation East" and the "Pacific Northwest," promising to return on Thursday.