We Are Losing the Moon
Summary
Host Ben Bradford explores whether humanity should destroy the moon, consulting NASA’s Jim Green to debunk myths about lunar destruction and its catastrophic consequences. The episode contrasts historical Cold War plans to nuke the moon with current geopolitical tensions, as the U.S. and China race for lunar resources. Ultimately, it argues that while the moon is slowly drifting away, the real danger lies in international conflict over space dominance rather than the moon's physical departure.
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