Josh Dorfman, CEO, Co-Founder and host of Super Cool, joins us this week to share his origin story and entrepreneurial journey in climate technology, influenced by his parents' business and his international experiences. From sustainable furniture to founding Planted (a company that produces carbon-negative building materials), to now Co-Founder, CEO and Host of Super Cool, Josh is passionately working to bring the climate innovations happening around the world to business and individuals for a better planet - today. We also discuss the need for storytelling in order to promote climate tech innovations and the benefits to everyone. Great conversation!

Check out Super Cool! https://getsuper.cool/ Super Cool is a podcast, newsletter, and hosts curated events to spotlight climate innovators and initiatives and distill their playbooks for building the low-carbon future.

Here's to building a fantastic future, on Earth and off it - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!

Spread Love, Spread Science

Alex G. Orphanos

Timestamps:

00:00 Josh Dorfman's Introduction and Podcast Setup
02:22 Josh Dorfman's Entrepreneurial Journey
13:00 Transition to Sustainability and Super Cool
25:36 Planted's Innovative Approach and Success
32:14 Super Cool and Climate Tech Innovations
38:29 AI and Energy Efficiency in Buildings
48:36 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption
54:08 Storytelling and Human Connection in Climate Advocacy
56:45 Final Thoughts and Future Directions

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On Independence Day 2025, Alex discusses the current state of the U.S. space program and the world, searching for ways to navigate the chaos. We make historical parallels with the 1970s, during the end of the first space race and the post-Apollo era tumble (i.e. the end of the 1st Space Conundrum).

Alex emphasizes the importance of mental freedom and adaptability in navigating societal chaos, and how he is practicing gratitude and using it as a tool for maintaining focus on what matters. We close out with some gratitude on the return of the last 10 years of space progress, and the glimmer of hope Alex sees in humanity during these trying times.

Wishing you a fulfilling and restful Independence Day - urging you to find your own mental freedom, and finding insights into today by learning more about the 1970s.

Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!
Spread Love, Spread Science

Alex G. Orphanos

Timestamps:

00:00 Fourth of July Episode Introduction and Podcast Promotion
00:58 NASA Administrator and Budget Cut Chaos
01:54 The Space Conundrum Theory Revisited
03:50 Reflections on Space Progress and Societal Chaos
04:22 Gratitude unlocks my Mental Freedom
08:10 Independence and Space Industry Progress
10:58 Closing Remarks and Wishes for Independence Day

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Welcome to Today In Space podcast - and another People of Space segment! This week we get an aerospace engineer's perspective. We learn about what it takes to develop a Human Landing System for NASA, and go head to head with the like's of Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk in the Space Industry. But more importantly, we learn about values and how they can help us overcome burnout, reconnect with what matters, and live with purpose.

I'm excited to introduce the author of the book "The Unconditionals" - Andy Crocker. Andy is an aerospace executive with three decades of experience across human and robotic exploration, hypersonics, and missile defense. He’s held senior roles at several companies, leading the development of innovative technologies and managing complex system programs for NASA, commercial, and Department of Defense customers. As a strategic leader, he’s built high-performance teams and contributed to some of the most ambitious projects in aerospace, including NASA’s Human Landing System.

For the space fans, you're in luck - we get to nerd out on all-things space! And for the newbies, we hope you enjoy this deep dive into topics like becoming an Astronaut, traveling to the Moon and Mars, and what the future might hold for all of us in space. One thing we know for sure - values will be important for everyone. Join us as we dive into the world of Aerospace Engineering and Space!

Learn more about Andy Crocker and his new book "The Unconditionals" here: https://andycrockerbooks.com

You can follow Andy here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/andycrocker/
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https://www.instagram.com/andycrockerbooks/

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Andy Crocker's Introduction and Background
02:59 Inspiration for Writing "The Unconditional"
08:49 Challenges and Successes in the Human Landing System Program
30:29 The Importance of Values in Engineering and Life
35:56 The Future of Space Exploration and Personal Aspirations
42:47 Advice for Aspiring Space Engineers
01:01:18 The Impact of Space Programs on Society
01:02:06 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!
Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

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