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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Problem Solving in Space (with Andy Weir)

Podcast: Looking Up
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Duration seconds: 1369
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Summary

With the recent release of the "Project Hail Mary" film adaptation, we are revisiting a favorite episode of "Looking Up." Dean chats with science fiction novelist Andy Weir about what it takes to solve problems in the cosmos or as a stay-at-home dad. The acclaimed author of "The Martian" (which itself became an acclaimed film) also updates listeners on the eagerly anticipated film adaptation of another of Andy's books: "Project Hail Mary."