Return to the Moon

It's been over half a century since we first went to the Moon, and nearly as long since we last went. To Return to the Moon we need a base with a purpose, and we'll look at what purposes we have in mind and what the bases might be like as we head back to establish a Lunar Colony.

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Credits:
Return to the Moon
Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur
Episode 258; October 1, 2020
Produced & Narrated by Isaac Arthur

Written by:
Isaac Arthur
Keith Blockus

Editors:
Andy Nelson
Jerry Guern

Cover Art:

Graphics:
Emory Stagmer
Katie Byrne
SpaceResourceCGI
Udo Schroeter

Music
Sergey Cheremisninov, "Sirius"
Reign Pagaran, "Distant Voyager"
Aerium, "Fifth Star of Aldebaran"
Denny Schneidemesser, "Across the Universe" & "Luminous Rays"

[LudosErgoSum]

Got my theme appropriate snack and drink: Mooncake and Moonshine 😋

[astrumespanol]

¡To the MOOOON! Lunar colonization is the most important feat humankind will ever do, as it will open us the door to the stars, but it's often undervalued and overshadowed by Mars and other world colonies.

[spoonikle]

I just looked up Happiness in the dictionary.

“The feeling you get when you remember its Thursday.”

[VcassCsoto]

All I was thinking when he was talking about the bases was about how they will probably NOT want to give birth in gravity that low and then drag the baby back to earth gravity. In fact the whole process of childbirth. Like. Holy moly. Please make this an episode I’m now so curious about how they will do this and other medical procedures in low-0 gravity.

[UrdnotChuckles]

The interconnected base purpose tidbits reminded me of Artemis by Andy Weir. Namely that there was a huge industrial aluminum smelter that produced oxygen as a waste product, so aluminum production was also part of the life support system for the rest of the colony. Good book. :)

[nosacredcows]

Whenever I come across people who are pessimistic about Humanities future I direct them towards Isaac Arthur for a healthier and more positive view point about our potential future.

[jamiecoxe]

I agree that we should start with the Moon before Mars. I look forward to my Moon vacations. Maybe even purchase a Lunar timeshare.

[ProperLogicalDebate]

You've heard it before and you'll hear this again. Nice opening music. It sets the tone.

[haraldhimmel]

As it currently stands, a "robot" can almost never do a job "better". It can only be designed to do very specific things and if something unforseen happens, thats it. Astronauts could easily do more research within days than a rover could do in years.

[losttranslation]

You know you have a solid channel when you get a like before I even watch the episode, lol keep up the great work Isaac!

[R_C]

A message from _First Church of the Moon:_

Have you accepted the teachings of Neil? Have you made YOUR one step? Join us as we prepare for the great GIANT LEAP!

[BigZebraCom]

When I first read the title for this video for some reason my brain read "Issac Arthur Returns to the Moon". I'm going back to bed.

[TheHuangShan]

By StarTrek rules, the lava tubes are almost certainly filled with horse sized intelligent spiders.

[necrosunderground]

As much as I love the lunar-centric episodes, I always find myself thinking "Tanstaafl" from the get-go

[okieinexile]

Possible future topic: Water rights on the Moon

[abdallahhakeem]

This channel really is the most dedicated, detailed and discussive channel I've ever seen for space, and it makes me really happy to see a channel that can really delve into and help others appreciate not only the absolute wonder of space, but also the future of the human race as a whole through such deep dives!

Also deeply appreciate the captions for the video because although I can understand your speaking clearly, I prefer reading because it helps me stay focused and follow along better!

[alexgoldsmith]

I really hope I'm around for this kind of stuff

[areamusicale]

0:12 it’s actually “one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind” … the “a” got lost in transmission.

[jonathanhensley]

You bring tons of optimism and Interest back to moon development. Keep up the great work.

[n.g.smple]

Id love to see an episode on battery technologies current and future