David Baron Discusses Mars Madness—S2 Bonus Interview

David Baron Discusses Mars Madness—S2 Bonus Interview

June 23, 2026 · 41 min · Season 2 · Episode 23

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David Baron discusses the historical fascination with Mars and the concept of Martians in a live interview.

Earthlings are fascinated by our nearest neighbor. In recent years, we've sent probes and talked seriously about sending people. But even a century ago, we were crazy about the Red Planet and the Martians we thought lived there. In this interview with author David Baron—recorded live at the Mountain Words Literary Festival—we'll learn all about the history of Mars madness. *Season 2 of Wild Thing is produced by Laura Krantz and Scott Carney. Editing by Alicia Lipinski. Music and mixing by Louis Weeks.

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