Xploration Outer Space

NASA is planning to not only send humans back to the moon, but also create a permanent residence on the lunar surface.

Events in space exploration have changed the way we view the universe. We meet Scott Kelly, the astronaut twin who spent a year in space.

Host Emily Calandrelli speaks with experts about each planet in our solar system and uncovers some misconceptions about the nature of space.

Space becomes a rich tapestry for several artists, including an astronaut who once walked on the moon.

Is space exploration for everyone? It hasn’t always been, but it certainly can be.

Sending humans into space is always risky. We look at a couple of close calls on missions that have had to abort after launch.

As NASA prepares to send astronauts to the moon, private space companies are becoming more involved with missions in low-earth orbit.

Did you know that the coldest place in our solar system is an area on our moon? We explore the most inhospitable parts our solar system.

Host Emily Calandrelli looks at the history of robots that NASA has sent to Mars, including the very first rover, Sojourner.