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It Is All Moving, Always — April 17, 2026
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- Apr 17, 2026
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- 116
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Summary
NASA prepares the SLS core stage for the Artemis II mission amidst high solar activity. The episode also tracks upcoming SpaceX launches and near-Earth asteroid flybys.
Topics
- NASA
- Artemis Mission
- SpaceX
- Falcon 9
- Solar Flares
- Astronomy
- Starlink
- Asteroids
Highlights
- Main idea: NASA is rolling out the massive liquid hydrogen core stage for the next crewed Artemis mission
- Solar alert: Increased sunspot activity is raising the probability of solar flares and potential aurora displays
- Practical takeaway: Look west after sunset to spot Venus and Mercury near the horizon
- Launch alert: SpaceX is scheduled to deploy Starlink satellites via a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg
- Failure mode: High solar activity can disrupt communications, though it provides opportunities for aurora viewing
Chapters
0:20Artemis Mission Progress: NASA rolls out the largest section of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket, including the liquid hydrogen tank.1:00Solar Activity and Auroras: Active sunspot regions increase the chance of solar flares and northern lights visibility.1:10Night Sky Viewing: Guidance on spotting Venus and Mercury in the western twilight sky.1:30SpaceX Launch Alert: Details on the upcoming Falcon 9 Starlink mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base.1:50Asteroid Flyby: The small space rock 2026 GM1 makes a close approach to Earth.