
Join us on Tuesday, March 18 at 5pm PT for an extraordinary journey into the future of space exploration on Red Planet Live. Hosted by Ashton Zeth, this special episode brings together the visionary leadership of the Mars Society’s Mars Desert Research Station, located near Hanksville, Utah.
In an engaging conversation, Executive Director James Burk, Director of MDRS Sergii Iakymov, and Director of Refits Kay Radzik will share the insights and experiences garnered from over twenty years of groundbreaking research and immersive training.

Throughout its 23-year history, the Utah station has served as a launchpad for over 2,000 crew members—four of whom have even become astronauts. Their stories, born from living and working in Mars-analog conditions, have inspired countless dreams of venturing beyond our planet.
During the broadcast, the team will also reveal the launch of a new capital campaign, aimed at funding essential improvements and maintaining the Utah station as a cutting-edge facility for future scientific breakthroughs.
This is more than just an episode—it is an invitation to be part of a legacy of innovation and adventure. Register online for our RPL podcast so you can witness the passion for exploration and help support a mission that continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in space.
Red Planet Live is the Mars Society’s semi-monthly podcast, hosted by Ashton Zeth, featuring conversations with leading experts on Mars exploration, STEM education, space technology, and more. Join us and be part of the conversation!