Mars, the enigmatic Red Planet, wasn’t always the barren desert we see today. Billions of years ago, its rivers roared, lakes shimmered under a warm sky, and oceans stretched across its surface. In this episode of Cosmos in a Pod, host Amitesh takes you on a journey through Mars’ ancient geography, exploring its transformation from a vibrant, water-rich planet to the desolate world we know today.

Highlights of the Episode:

• The Watery Past: Discover how Mars’ dense atmosphere once supported vast rivers and lakes, and how its weak magnetic field led to atmospheric loss and the planet’s striking red hue.
• Mars’ Landmarks: From the massive Valles Marineris canyon system to the Gale Crater, we explore regions that bear the scars and secrets of Mars’ watery history.