NASA's Ignition Plan PT1 My REACTIONS to the Update to Artemis & the Moon Base

NASA just dropped one of the biggest space updates in years—and it could completely change the future of humanity in space. In this episode of Today In Space, I break down my live reaction to NASA's IGNITION announcement, including: - The push toward a permanent Moon Base - Major changes to the Artemis Program (up to 5 and beyond!) - Why NASA is shifting strategy (and what it means) - The role of 3D printing, manufacturing, and infrastructure on the Moon - How this plan sets the stage for Mars and deep space exploration After following NASA and the space industry for over a decade, this is one of the most exciting and complete plans I've seen. This isn't just about going back to the Moon—this is about staying there and building humanity's first true deep space foothold. If this works, we're looking at: 🌕 A real lunar base 🚀 A new era of space innovation 🛰️ Opportunities for engineers, creators, and companies 🌌 The foundation for missions to Mars and beyond This is a turning point. 👨‍🚀 Join the Conversation What do YOU think about NASA's Moon Base plans? Is this the moment NASA takes the lead again? Drop your thoughts below 👇 We'd like to thank our sponsors: AG3D Printing (go to ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!) Support the podcast: • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at • Donate at todayinspace.net • Today In Space Merch: James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to NASA Ignition Program Release this Week 04:30 My LIVE Reaction to NASA Artemis Update by Dr. Lori Glaze 23:09 My LIVE Reaction to NASA Moon Base by Carlos Garcia-Galan aka 'Lunar Viceroy' 36:50 Time-Dilation and Relativistic Physics for Moon GPS w/ Atomic Clocks 44:45 Question: What's my opinion now that NASA has moved from Gateway to Moon Base?

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NASA's Ignition Plan PT1 My REACTIONS to the Update to Artemis & the Moon Base is an episode from Today In Space by Alexander G. Orphanos.

This episode is 53:17 long.

This episode was published on Mar 27, 2026.

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