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One of the most visionary parts of the discussion involves the potential application of mushroom-based materials in space colonization. Because they can grow from compost or waste products—think human waste, organic refuse—they lend themselves to closed-loop, circular economies necessary for sustainable living on Mars or the Moon.
The hosts imagine a future where mycelium is cultivated in space stations or planetary bases, turning waste into vital materials for clothing, tools, or structural components. This aligns with current NASA initiatives exploring in-situ resource utilization—using local materials to reduce cargo and increase self-sufficiency.