The Orbital Debrief
A weekly transmission from low Earth orbit.
Join Zack as he beams down cosmic insights, science headlines, and out-of-this-world pop culture commentary straight from his orbiting ship (DB-1) above Earth. Each episode, Zack is joined by TOD, his lovable, wisecracking sidekick with a new quirky obsession every week (think TARS meets trivia night).
From the latest space missions and scientific breakthroughs, to the most mind-bending sci-fi movies, The Orbital Debrief explores where science fiction meets science fact; With a healthy dose of curiosity, humor, and cinematic flair.
Strap in! It’s smarter than your average podcast… but way more fun.
The Orbital Debrief
Transmission 04 - Terraforming 101: How to Ruin Another Planet
Terraforming: the ultimate cosmic home renovation. In this episode, we dig into what it is, how it might work (if science fiction politely becomes science fact), and whether reshaping entire planets is visionary… or just interstellar hubris. From altering atmospheres to engineering ecosystems, we explore the wild theories, real technologies, and big ethical questions behind humanity’s dream of turning dead worlds into second homes.
TOD’s obsession this week: Planetary Interior Design... He’s been binge-watching Extreme Makeover: Solar System Edition and insists every planet needs mood lighting, geothermal spa zones, and just a splash of lava for ambiance. Mars is getting a skylight.
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TOD: “Episode one is just 43 minutes of me judging humanity’s decision-making.”
Catch you next orbit. Bring oxygen. And snacks. Definitely snacks.
