On this Christmas Eve episode, we are honored to be joined by Emily Carney and Bruce McCandless III, authors of "Starbound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program". Emily Carney is a space historian, podcaster with Space & Things, and the creator of the 'Space Hipsters' Facebook group. She shares her early fascination with space, sparked by the STS-2 launch in 1983. Bruce McCandless III, whose father was Astronaut Bruce McCandless II, shares his journey of becoming a writer and what it was like being the son of an Astronaut.

We discuss all things space, including a friendly debate on the evolving definition of "astronaut" in the context of commercial space travel. We also discuss the Space Shuttle's legacy, the importance of space exploration on culture, and the potential of SpaceX, Artemis, and the pick for NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman. They also express optimism about the future of space exploration despite current political challenges and the "Space Conundrum" of progress in the space industry.

We hope you enjoy this lively discussion about all-things Space and we thank you our guests Emily & Bruce for sharing their time and thoughts with us!

Get the book HERE:

'Star Bound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program' (Affiliate Link) https://amzn.to/408XLzS

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https://space.nss.org/category/this-space-available/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/spacehipsters
https://spaceandthingspodcast.com/

Follow Bruce & his work:

https://brucemccandless.com/
https://brucemccandless3.medium.com/

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!

Topics:

space history, space shuttle, space exploration, astronaut definition, space policy, space industry, space books, space travel, space technology, space missions, space future, space programs, space innovation, space challenges, space inspiration

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions

02:08 Emily Carney's Origin Story

04:07 Bruce McCandless III's Background

08:46 Discussion on Space Books and Movies

09:58 Memorable Interviews and Space Industry Insights

14:27 The Evolution of the Term "Astronaut"

24:59 The Role of Commercial Space Travel

36:27 The Space Shuttle Program and Its Legacy

51:49 The Future of Space Exploration

56:24 Final Thoughts on the 'Space Conundrum'

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Alex G. Orphanos

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This week we have a triple header of space topics! We start by highlighting a potential end of year maiden launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn heavy-lift rocket, and our thoughts on the selection of Jared Isaacman as the pick as the next NASA Administrator. We share some NASA history, discuss Jared's background in commercial spaceflight, and his potential influence on NASA's future direction. We also share an AG3Dprinting Lab update for our recently successful JWST Model - 3D printed in three colors, and is now available in our Etsy Shop at ag3dprinting.etsy.com!

What did you think? Email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com or DM us on social media!

Topics:

Blue Origin, New Glenn, maiden launch, NASA Administrator, Jared Isaacman, SpaceX comparison, reusable rockets, payload capacity, 3D printing, Part Detective, James Webb Telescope, multi-color printing, Space Force, commercial space, space policy

Sources:

Ars Technica Article on Jared Isaacman
https://spaceflightnow.com/2024/12/12/jared-isaacman-makes-first-public-remarks-since-nomination-for-nasa-administrator/

Ars Technica Article on Blue Origin's New Glenn
https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/12/intrigue-swirls-as-blue-origin-races-toward-year-end-deadline-for-new-glenn/

Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fanastic Future by Ashlee Vance
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Escaping Gravity: My Quest to Transform NASA and Launch a New Space Age by Lori Garver
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SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier by Brad Bergan
ORDER The Book Here (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://a.co/d/4YBB5Bc

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro, End of the Year Gratitude, Episode Topics
03:17 Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket and Space Industry Updates
11:58 Blue Origin's Maiden Launch and Industry Challenges
12:51 AG3D Lab Update: 3D Printed JWST
22:44 NASA's New Administrator: Jared Isaacman
35:35 Thoughts: New Horizons, NASA Social 2015, Defending NASA Programs
43:16 The Future of NASA and Space Industry

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Spread Love, Spread Science

Alex G. Orphanos

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Who is Elon Musk? What role does he play in the Space Industry of tomorrow and how has all of this Space Progress happened recently? Is SpaceX the true cause? Elon Musk alone? Well, if it were that easy to explain this podcast wouldn't be 365 episodes long and Brad Bergan would not have written two wonderfully detailed books about the Space Race 2.0 and the history and people behind it! We hope you enjoy this in depth and deep conversation with Brad Bergan, the author of "SpaceX: Elon Musk and the Final Frontier".

It's conversations like these, with people truly following along to the space progress over the past decade that remind me how special a time we are in. Brad Bergan was an incredible guest and we are grateful this Thanksgiving Week that he joined us to share about his new book, his space origin story, and more about a truly influential character in Elon Musk. This was recorded back in the middle of October, just after Starship Flight Test 4 and the US Elections.

LEARN MORE about Brad Bergan: https://www.bcbergan.com/

We'd love to hear about your reaction to Starship IFT6 - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com or DM us on social media!

Otter.AI's Summary of the episode:

"Brad Bergan, author of "SpaceX, Elon Musk and the Final Frontier," discusses his journey from Iowa to New York, his career in writing, and his transition to covering space technology. He highlights the evolution of SpaceX, from the Falcon 1 to the Starship, and the impact of Elon Musk's vision on the space industry. Bergan emphasizes the generational divide in the space industry, noting that older generations are more resistant to change. He also discusses the significance of the Europa Clipper mission and the potential for life on Europa. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of space exploration and the role of SpaceX in shaping it."

Topics:

Elon Musk, SpaceX book, final frontier, aerospace engineer, solar-powered spacecraft, new space race, public-private aerospace, generational divide, Mars Direct, reusable rockets, Starship development, Europa Clipper, geothermal vents, multi-planetary species, space industry

Sources:

https://www.bcbergan.com/

ORDER The Book Here (Amazon Affiliate Link): https://a.co/d/4YBB5Bc

Timestamps:

COMING SOON

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Starship performs their 6th Test Flight a month after their 5th - and it was.....BANANAS! That's right we are breaking down IFT6, with our (almost) LIVE reaction to the launch! We started recording during Starship's Reentry, so you catch our reaction live to that. It was a great day for data! The Starship team's have pulled off the practically impossible and soft landed both the Super Heavy Booster & Starship. We're not quite sure what survived, but that's space development! The world's most powerful rocket took another big step forward - expect more of these launches soon!

We also share our thoughts on the Space Economy, Lowering the cost to Access Space, Space Progress, and Heat Tile Protection required for the insanity of atmospheric reentry for spacecraft with human crew. We'd love to hear about your reaction to Starship IFT6 - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com or DM us on social media!

Otter.AI's Summary of the episode:

"The Starship IFT6 test flight successfully lifted off at 5 PM Central Time, with all 33 Raptor engines functioning. The booster performed a boost-back burn and landed offshore due to a tower issue. The starship, carrying a zero-G banana and a Starlink Pez dispenser, re-entered at 26,700 km/h, testing aggressive angles of attack. Despite some flap charring, the landing was soft. The flight marked SpaceX's second successful full lift-off and booster recovery. The test underscored the importance of rapid iteration and data gathering for future human spaceflight missions, including the Artemis III moon landing and potential Mars missions by 2026."

Topics:

Starship IFT6, test flight, Zero G banana, Artemis mission, space economy, reusability, Starlink satellites, hurricane relief, booster recovery, hot stage separation, aggressive reentry, heat distribution, plasma buildup, soft landing, SpaceX achievements

Sources:

Full Starship IFT6 launch https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1857841326542434339
Starship Reentry-Landing clip https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1859010302819684368

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:35 Starship IFT6 Test Flight Overview
02:07 Space Economy and Reusability
04:23 Test Flight Breakdown and Success
06:10 Challenges and Future Plans
10:45 Re-Entry and Thermodynamics
14:33 Final Approach and Landing

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Spread Love, Spread Science

Alex G. Orphanos

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Welcome back for another episode of Today In Space! This week we're exploring the next phase of AG3D, our 3D printing lab where we bring ideas into reality. Enter - the Part Detective, where you can book us on the case of your next 3D printed part mystery! What if the crew of Apollo 13 were able to 3D print the square filter adapter for the round hole of the spacecraft? There's so much that 3D printing can do in our near Space Future, and we've been training to be a part of that team! In the meantime - you can take advantage of our almost decade of experience in 3D printing challenging parts successful.

From novice to seasoned engineer - we're here to help you bring your parts into reality with 3D printing! Book a 30 minute meeting with us today at ag3d-printing.com & let's solve your next 3D printing mystery together

Keywords: 3D printing, part detective, AG3D printing, space industry, Apollo 13, custom logo holder, fidget spinner, engineering component, 3D printing challenges, space missions, SpaceX, Relativity Space, aerospace companies, technology, additive manufacturing, small business

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro to the Part Detective
00:41 My Background and Passion for 3D Printing
02:28 The Role of 3D Printing in Space Missions
05:06 Examples of 3D Printing Projects
06:06 Balancing Work & Passions
08:39 How the Part Detective Works
08:59 Examples of Part Detective Services
11:56 Benefits of Using the Part Detective
13:58 Are you ready to solve your next 3D Printing mystery?

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Spread Love, Spread Science Alex G. Orphanos

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Welcome to another episode of the podcast! On this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on AI. Specifically, the tools I actually use with some practical-use metrics to show how it's helping me (the individual) do more and spend more time in my creative zone and less time doing things I dont like.

I also share my thoughts on AI, and some fundamental beliefs I use to guide my adoption of it. The idea of this episode to give you some real world examples of how AI benefits me, in the hopes it helps you look at AI as a tool and not the enemy. Then I'll close out with my how I think people should use it and when NOT to use AI. At the end, I share thoughts on how AI could be used in Space to help humanity travel the final frontier

Keywords: AI tools, creativity enablement, AI metrics, AI future, AI understanding, AI benefits, AI challenges, AI productivity, AI transcription, AI editing, AI brainstorming, AI cost-benefit, AI integration, AI limitations, AI potential

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to AI and Personal Use
01:25 Understanding AI and Its Evolution
04:13 AI as a Creative Partner
08:18 Specific AI Tools and Their Benefits
11:16 ChatGPT and Its Applications
13:46 Otter.ai and Auto.ai for Efficiency
17:12 Opus.ai for Social Media Promotion
27:40 AI Tools Metrics and Cost-Benefit Analysis
30:35 AI in the Space Future and Final Thoughts

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This week, we welcome Ethan Siegel on the podcast! Our guest, author of "Infinite Cosmos," discusses his STEM origin story from a curious child with a telescope to a renowned astrophysicist and science communicator. He recounts his educational path, including his PhD from the University of Florida and postdoctoral work at the University of Arizona.

Siegel emphasizes the importance of curiosity and overcoming crises in career choices. He highlights the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) as a revolutionary tool for understanding the universe's early stages. Siegel's book, "Infinite Cosmos: Visions from the James Webb Space Telescope," explores JWST's discoveries, including the earliest galaxies and the formation of supermassive black holes. He calls for continued investment in space telescopes to uncover more cosmic mysteries.

For all you Big Bang Theory fans (the theory, not the show) Ethan showcases just how JWST & Hubble have helped us understand how the universe looks and now, thanks to Webb, how the early universe grew up! From black holes, to dark matter, and the early universe - there's plenty here for the astrophysics junkies & the space newbies. Make sure to check out Ethan's book here: https://amzn.to/48gg6xh

https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/

https://bigthink.com/people/ethansiegel/

Topics:
James Webb Space Telescope, Ethan Siegel, astrophysicist journey, science communication, early universe, dark matter, pulsar timing, cosmic inflation, supermassive black holes, Orion Nebula, Fomalhaut system, discovery potential, National Geographic book, perfect launch, science outreach

Timestamps:

00:00 Ethan Siegel's Journey to Becoming an Astrophysicist
03:37 Ethan's Education and Early Career in Astrophysics
14:54 Navigating Career Crises and Choosing a Path Forward
19:12 Ethan's Early Universe Research Focus and Contributions
34:07 The Role of Curiosity and Continuous Learning
38:55 The impact of James Webb Space Telescope
52:58 Key Discoveries and Surprises from JWST
55:58 The Future of Space Telescopes and Cosmology
01:00:38 Closing Thoughts and Final Advice

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Hey there Space Fam we’re back for another episode of Today In Space! We need to review SpaceX’s historic success of Starship’s Flight Test 5, which happened just this past Sunday on October 13th, 2024. They made the impossible possible and gave us a glimpse of what our future looks like going back to the Moon, on to Mars in 2026, and beyond in the future of human space travel. Let's dive right in!

This week we review some of the top facts from the mission in a lightning round, and then share a launch and landing breakdown! We close with some thoughts after Flight Test 5 showed us the impossible is quite possible, and this had me thinking about the first humans to touchdown on Mars and how Starship will change how we think about the crew selected for such an adventure.

Topics:

Starship launch, super heavy booster, liquid oxygen, methane plumes, hot stage separation, Mechazilla catch, 33 Raptor engines, propellant load, Starbase Texas, regulatory approval, boost back burn, lifting lugs, stainless steel, Mars missions, skilled labor

Sources:

https://www.spacex.com/updates/

https://x.com/ELGR3CO/status/1842607356611563936

https://www.spacevoyaging.com/news/2024/10/13/starship-completes-its-fifth-test-flight-demonstrating-booster-catch/

https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=starship-flight-5

https://x.com/spacex/status/1845152255944819015?s=46&t=CTA3xJCHFoY9hV9qgrj4Jw

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
01:41 Starship IFT5 Facts Lightning Round
03:05 Details around Launch of Starship & Super Heavy Catch
04:42 Launch Breakdown: Challenges & Successes
07:50 Thoughts on Starship after successful flight test 5
13:47 How Starship will change the game is space
16:15 Closing thoughts and outlook for a fantastic future

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