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The Sound of Space

by University of Toronto Aerospace Team · English · Tech & Science

Welcome to The Sound of Space (TSOS), a podcast brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). Follow us on Instagram @_thesoundofspace and LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS)! Through a series of discussions and interviews, TSOS aims to bring the most exciting and informative

New episodes: Monthly
Typical length: 35 min
Latest: 29 Jul 2025
Language: English

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29 Jul 2025 · 35 min

40: The Next 10 Years in Space

Join us for the season 4 finale of TSOS as we explore the next 10 years in space exploration! From commercial projects to astrophysics and space colonization, the TSOS team unpacks what the near future may hold. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student design team with four technical divisions. Visit utat.ca to learn…

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11 Jun 2025 · 35 min
39: Special Episode - Space Awards
Join us for a special episode of TSOS! Inspiring moments, crazy space weather, and iconic historical or fictional figures - the TSOS hosts debate on multiple space-related award categories. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student design team with four technical divisions. Visit utat.ca to learn more! CREDITS & TEAM…
28 May 2025 · 25 min
38: Stargazing - The Search for Habitable Planets
There are many beautiful and interesting celestial bodies out in space, but how many of them could support life? On today's episode of TSOS, we explore the building blocks for life, how we can identify them on other planets, and some promising planets we have discovered so far. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student…
24 Apr 2025 · 18 min
37: Tech in Space - Spacesuit Design
Put simply, spacesuits keep our astronauts alive in space. But how do they work? Join us for a deep dive into spacesuit design as we investigate how these engineering marvels protect astronauts from the harsh space environment. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student design team with four technical divisions. Visit…
12 Mar 2025 · 20 min
36: TSOS Interviews - Voices from the Canadian Space Conference
Join us for a special episode straight from the Canadian Space Conference (CSC) by Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS). This episode of TSOS has a little bit of everything; students, speakers, and professionals giving their takes on aliens, the future of space, music playlists, and more! Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT…
27 Feb 2025 · 24 min
35: Stargazing - Peering Behind the Celestial Void
Humanity has been looking to the stars for much of its history and theorizing about its place in the vast universe. In this episode of TSOS, we explore the world of astronomy and the importance that amateur astronomers have had on our understanding of the stars. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student design team with…
13 Feb 2025 · 30 min
34: TSOS Interviews - A journey through the career of UTIAS Director Christopher Damaren
Join us for our chat with Professor Christopher Damaren as we explore his journey from Engineering Science graduate to the Director of the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies (UTIAS). More about his work in spacecraft control systems, the history of UTIAS, and the future of aerospace on this episode of TSOS. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team…
22 Jan 2025 · 27 min
33: Tech in Space - Star Wars? Maybe not the best idea
Humans love to blow things up, but is this a good idea in space? In this episode, we investigate the ties between the military and space programs, and why conflict probably isn't the best idea in space. Join us for space weapons, spy satellites, and more in this fiery TSOS episode. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the University of Toronto Aerospace Team (UTAT). UTAT is an interdisciplinary student…
26 Dec 2024 · 29 min
32: TSOS Interviews - Entrepreneurship in the Canadian Space Industry with Rahul Goel
From the university aerospace team to space entrepreneur, in this episode we delve into Nordspace CEO Rahul Goel's journey to prominence within the Canadian space industry. Ever wonder how to start a business in the space industry? How might we address some of the challenges facing the Canadian space sector? Tune in and find out more with TSOS Interviews. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land Acknowledgment TSOS is brought to you by the…
1 Dec 2024 · 31 min
31: Tech in Space - From Lunar Exploration to Lunar Habitation
Humanity is going back to the Moon, and it's going back to the Moon to stay. How is the global space community planning on achieving this? Why would it be useful? What challenges stand in the way? In the opening episode of The Sound of Space Season 4, we explore humanity's push to establish a sustainable presence on the lunar surface. Tune in to learn more about the major players on the lunar surface, the technologies being developed to build on the Moon, and the major challenges with returning to the Moon. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn…
10 Jun 2024 · 33 min
30: Life in Space - How to beat hunger beyond the atmosphere
What do astronauts eat in space? How has space food evolved overtime? What happens to an astronaut's sense of taste? Are crumbs dangerous in space? What surprising role has Taco Bell played in astronauts' diets? In the thirtieth episode of The Sound of Space, we wrap up season three with a fun discussion about food in space. Join our hosts, Theo, Ketan, and Youssef, as they humorously explore the evolution of space food, from the early missions in the space race to the sophisticated meals aboard the ISS today. Learn about the unique challenges of storing and preparing food in zero gravity…
28 May 2024 · 36 min
29: Tech in Space - Rocket History (it's not rocket science!)
Why do rockets have 100x size differences and still share the same destinations? What were countries other than the US and Soviet Union doing in the Space Race? Can we compare rockets with foot-long sandwiches and elephants? In this twenty-ninth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we take a time machine back a few decades to appreciate what brought us to the space age today. One of the pinnacles of human creation - space rockets were born out of military technologies in the strive to elevate their trajectory from enemy territories toward the stars above. Launch vehicle families from…
13 May 2024 · 30 min
28: SPECIAL EDITION of TSOS Interviews - What will NASA be doing in the next 50 years?
How may spaceflight evolve in the upcoming decades? What do students think of the future aerospace industry? Where will we get to, in the Solar System or beyond? Welcome to the twenty-eighth episode of The Sound of Space podcast! In this special edition of TSOS interviews, join us to dream big and hear about the future of space exploration and humanity, envisioned by students at the 2024 SEDS Canadian Space Conference. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of…
18 Mar 2024 · 1 hr 9 min
27: TSOS Interviews - Voices from Women in Aerospace
What is the impact of being a woman in the space industry? What are the primary obstacles that women face entering and advancing in the space industry? To celebrate International Women's Day, the twenty-seventh episode of The Sound of Space podcast interviews four different women in the space industry. These women share their unique experiences and dive into the importance of gender diversity and strong female mentorship in STEM fields. They discuss common challenges that women face, recommend ways to overcome these obstacles, and provide advice for younger women interested in pursuing a…
2 Mar 2024 · 34 min
26: Life in Space - Zero-G Fitness
How do you exercise in space? What is the difference between exercising in space and exercising on Earth? How often do astronauts exercise? What are the challenges that the weightlifting equipment must overcome? In the twenty-sixth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we dive into the topic of exercising in space. We touch on how exercising differs from Earth, the general exercise routine of astronauts, and some challenges of exercising in space. Come along as we talk about what makes exercising in space special and learn about the equipment used. Continue the conversation over on our…
2 Feb 2024 · 22 min
25: Tech in Space - Roving the Moon and Mars (Part 2)
Which rovers have operated on Mars? How different is it to rove Mars compared to the Moon? What are the profound missions of Mars rovers? In the twenty-fifth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we continue our conversations about rovers and direct our attention to the red planet - Mars. The exploration of Mars has largely relied on autonomous technology to date, and mobile robotics constitute a crucial surface component of the overall system. We will take a look at the journey of American and Chinese rovers as they navigated the barren landscape and sought insights into the Martian…
13 Jan 2024 · 23 min
24: Tech in Space - Roving the Moon and Mars (Part 1)
What is a "rover"? Why are we fascinated by vehicles moving over extraterrestrial surfaces? How are they designed for various operational environments? Which rovers have operated on the Moon? In the twenty-fourth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we start our glance at humanity's strive to operate mobile devices on the surface of other celestial bodies. The talk begins with defining "rover" in the aerospace context, we will then discuss motivations for rover missions, challenges to test rovers on Earth, how they communicate during missions, and focusing on lunar rovers in history. The…
28 Nov 2023 · 59 min
23: Interstellar Investments - The Economic Realities of Space
What funds space institutions? What do these institutions achieve with this funding? What keeps the space economy in business? What are the major different markets within the space industry? In the twenty-third episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we discuss the economic drivers of government institutions and the private sector while going in-depth into the costs of some major space projects. Come along with us as we discuss how much it costs to go to space. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know…
3 Nov 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
22: TSOS Interviews - HERON Mk. II - UTAT's First Satellite Launch
Did you know that the University of Toronto Aerospace Team is launching a satellite called HERON MK. II? What are HERON’s mission objectives and how have they changed overtime? What are CubeSats and what is their main purpose? How long will HERON be operational for? The University of Toronto Aerospace Team Space Systems division has been working on a CubeSat called HERON MK. II for the past 8 years and it is now ready to launch! The satellite will be launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base on a SpaceX rideshare mission aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. In the twenty second episode of The Sound of…
S3 · E21 · 12 Oct 2023 · 41 min
21: The Ethical Landscape of Terraforming Technologies
What is terraforming? What does it look like? Why should we focus on fixing other planets instead of Earth? What value do we place on other planets' environments? Will humanity destroy another environment? In the first episode of The Sound of Space Season 3, we investigate terraforming technology and the ethical concerns it sparks, including why we prioritize changing other planets when Earth deals with environmental issues. Come along as we delve into terraforming and the ethical questions it brings up, from our interest in other planets to the importance of preserving untouched space…
S2 · E20 · 5 Jul 2023 · 42 min
20: Tech in Space - A Chronicle of Space Stations (Part II)
How much do we know about the new Tiangong Space Station? What are some fun facts about the up and coming Lunar Gateway Station? How is the Hilton Hotel Hospitality Team contributing to future commercial space stations? In the twentieth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we discuss space stations that are currently flying and others that are planned to launch this decade. Join us in the second installment of this two part Space Station series as we wrap up our second season of TSOS with the projects that our generation has the opportunity to see and work on! Continue the conversation…
S2 · E19 · 29 Jun 2023 · 45 min
19: Tech in Space - A Chronicle of Space Stations (Part I)
We bet you don't know how many space stations have been conceptualized, built, and occupied throughout history (Hint: It's more than 2). In the nineteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we discuss past stations, prototype stations, and cancelled stations. Join us in the first installment of this two part Space Station series to learn more about the orbiting chunks of metal that humans have sent to space. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account ⁠⁠⁠@_thesoundofspace⁠⁠⁠ or LinkedIn at ⁠⁠⁠The Sound of Space (TSOS)⁠⁠⁠ and let us know your thoughts on this episode!…
S2 · E18 · 5 Apr 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
18: SPECIAL EDITION of TSOS Interviews - The Future of Planetary Exploration in Canada (Panel Discussion from the 2023 Lunar and Planetary Science Conference)
Interested in Planetary Exploration in Canada? Fill in this super short interest form to get engaged with the community! Another space conference? Of course! This time TSOS brings you content from the 2023 Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC) in Houston, Texas. This special edition of TSOS Interviews taps into a panel discussion with some influential researchers about the future of Planetary Exploration in Canada. In the eighteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we hear from (in order of appearance): - Gordon "Oz" Osinski (Lunar Geologist, Western University) - Chris Herd…
S2 · E17 · 29 Mar 2023 · 47 min
17: TSOS Interviews - OSIRIS-REx Asteroid Sample Return Mission with Cameron Dickinson, MDA Technical Lead for OSIRIS-REx Laser Altimeter (OLA)
Fun Fact: Did you know that Canada's contribution to NASA's first asteroid sample return mission ended up creating the most precise three-dimensional map of any celestial body in the entire Solar System (including the Earth)? In the seventeenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we interview Cameron Dickinson, a Senior Space Exploration Scientist at MDA and the Technical Lead for the OSIRIS-REx Laser Altimeter (OLA). Join us to hear about Cam's path into leading Canadian space exploration efforts and his experience working on this historical mission. Continue the conversation over on our…
S2 · E16 · 10 Mar 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
16: Space Exploration Failures and the Lessons We’ve Learned From Them
For a space mission to be successful, there are thousands of things that have to go right; but for a space mission to fail, only one thing has to go wrong. In the sixteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we discuss the causes and outcomes of well-known space exploration mishaps such as the Apollo 13 rescue, as well as the Challenger and Columbia shuttle disasters. We also discuss some lesser known failures attributed to things as simple as missing a hyphen in a piece of code, using mismatched calculation units, or even installing rocket navigation hardware upside down. Join us as we…
S2 · E15 · 16 Feb 2023 · 33 min
15: SPECIAL EDITION of TSOS Interviews - Who Won the Space Race? (Conversations from the 2023 SEDS Canadian Space Conference)
Coming at you live from the 2023 SEDS Canadian Space Conference, this special edition of TSOS Interviews includes conversations with several students and young professionals to gauge their responses on the question: Who won the space race? In the fifteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we learn about different paths that space enthusiasts took to get into the field and their take on the big event that started it all. Tune in to hear some funny, controversial, and surprising conversations... and to find out once and for all... who won the space race? A special thank you to SEDS-ÉEDS…
S2 · E14 · 25 Jan 2023 · 53 min
14: Tech in Space - Unconventional & Outlandish Space Vehicles, Launch Methods, and Power Sources
What happens when you put rocket boosters on an experimental airplane? How about slingshotting a satellite into orbit? Or using bacteria to power a spacecraft? In the fourteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we take a look at the unique, weird, and crazy methods of space exploration. Join us as we discuss space planes, windbots, satellite ski lifts, atomic bomb rocket thrusters and much much more! Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of Toronto Land…
S2 · E13 · 12 Jan 2023 · 47 min
13: Tech in Space - James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) One Year Launch Anniversary Deep Dive
Why, when, and how did the design process begin for the James Webb Space Telescope? What are some of its cool technological features and scientific findings? What mishaps has this telescope run into and how were they resolved? In the thirteenth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we celebrate the one year launch anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope by recapping its incredible journey. Tune in for our deep dive of the design, manufacturing, and operations of the world's most powerful telescope. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn…
S2 · E12 · 7 Dec 2022 · 41 min
12: The Search for Extraterrestrial Life
What has the search for Extraterrestrial Life been like? How have humans tried to make contact? What is the probability that other intelligent life is even out there or that we ever find each other? In the twelfth episode of The Sound of Space podcast, we explore a question pondered by humanity since the beginning of time. Whether you believe in them or not, join us as we discuss our alien friends... or enemies. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or LinkedIn at The Sound of Space (TSOS) and let us know your thoughts on this episode! University of…
S2 · E11 · 3 Nov 2022 · 41 min
11: Life in Space - What Will Happen When Humanity Leaves the Earth?
What happens when humans leave the planet that we've always called home? What are the philosophical, psychological, and political implications of this upcoming habitat shift? What can we learn from our time here on Earth, and how will life beyond it be different? In the opening episode of The Sound of Space Season 2, we explore the reality of a multi-planetary human presence. Tune in to find out what might happen to human culture, society, policy, and psychology when we take it beyond the place it all started. Continue the conversation over on our Instagram account @_thesoundofspace or…

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The Sound of Space is a English tech & science podcast from University of Toronto Aerospace Team. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: University of Toronto Aerospace Team
Language: English
Category: Tech & Science
New episodes: Monthly
Typical length: 35 min
Latest episode: 29 Jul 2025
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