Thesis

Science As Story: The Journey of NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission Through a True Crime Podcast Lens

All five episodes of Countdown To Europa are available on Spotify!

Episode 1: Little Icy Moon

Discover what the Europa Clipper is while Erin decides if she stays in Florida for the launch.

Episode 2: Dead in the Water

Erin has to go to the ER on the eve of Hurricane Milton, similar to the decades of near-cancellation hurdles Europa Clipper endured.

Episode 3: Putting It On the Line

Erin learns about the dedication required for a deep-space mission while hiding in a bathtub as tornadoes rage.

Episode 4: Blast Off

Hurricane Milton has passed, but will Europa Clipper make it off the launch pad?

Episode 5: New Beginnings

Erin reflects on her experience reporting as Europa Clipper begins its 400-million-mile voyage to Europa.

Final thesis will be published June 4!