About this episode

The episode explores the science, history, and cultural significance of Mercury, the innermost planet of our solar system.

In this series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe turn their attention to the innermost hellworld of our solar system: Mercury. Join them as they discuss the planetary science, exploration history, mythology and sci-fi of Earth’s smallest sibling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Robert, Joe

Topics covered

• planetary science
• exploration history
• mythology
• sci-fi
• Mercury

Keywords

• Mercury
• planetary science
• exploration
• mythology
• sci-fi
• solar system

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stuff to Blow Your Mind, iHeartPodcasts

Places: Mercury, Earth

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