This Week In Space podcast: Episode 222 — How to Invade Earth in 22 Easy Steps
On Episode 222 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by space writer Rich Edwards to discuss the best ways to repel space invaders.
In Episode 222 of This Week In Space, space writer Rich Edwards joins hosts Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik to discuss how aliens would invade Earth in a sci-fi movie. The hosts remind viewers that countless movies depict this trope, from clever to scary to absurdly dumb. However, they all share one common theme - a single weakness that ultimately leads to the defeat of the aliens.
The conversation delves into various alien invasion movies throughout the years, from the 1950s to the present day, highlighting the fun and entertainment value these films offer despite their implausible scenarios. Additionally, the podcast touches on recent space news, including the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters, Blue Origin's investigation into the New Glenn rocket explosion, and the upcoming 2026 total solar eclipse.
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