Astronomy Cast Ep. 753: Why is the Moon's South Pole So Interesting?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1wdW0-lNtc

Streamed live on Apr 21, 2025.

I’m sure you’ve heard that all eyes are on the Moon’s southern pole. This is where various  NASA and Chinese missions are targeting. What makes this region so special and what are the special challenges that explorers will face. From TV shows to real-world missions, it seems like everyone just wants to explore the Moon's South Pole. But why? Learn here!

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