This episode explores the rise of asteroid mining and its role in the future of space civilization.

From rare metals and water extraction to autonomous robotics and space infrastructure, it examines how asteroid resources could support a self-sustaining multiplanetary economy — while raising new technological, political, and ethical challenges.

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This episode includes AI-generated content.