The Space Show
The Space Show
The Space Show focuses on timely and important issues influencing the development of outer-space commerce, space tourism,space exploration and space development. The Space Show is committed to facilitating our becoming a space-faring nation and society with a growing and self-sustaining space-faring economy. The Space Show also focuses on other related subjects of interest to us all.
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Created on: 12 May 2005 Language: English |
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Dr. Harrison Schmitt, Thursday, 3-19-09 (42.67MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Harrison Schmitt. Topics: Climate control, CO2, realists vs. modelers, Returning to the Moon. Dr. Harrison Schmitt recently attended The Heartland Institute's 2009 International Conference on Climate Change held in New York from March 8-10 (See http://www.heartland.org/ for more information) and he was on today's Space Show to talk with us about climate change and anthropogenic global warming. Our discussion was far-reaching, scientific, and factual. Listeners asked lots of questions and several callers engaged Dr. Schmitt in comprehensive scientific discussions. Dr. Schmitt explained the differences between the two sides to the argument. There are the realists and observers of nature and those that engage in computer modeling and then make assumptions they project onto the climate and provide to politicians. This is a very important discussion that you should hear. Some of the questions, including a call from Sweden, hammered Dr. Schmitt on what would be the downside to making sure we don't make a mistake just in case humans are causing climate change, suggesting we fix "the problem" anyway just to be safe. Dr. Schmitt answered this question from both the scientific and economic perspective and you will want to hear what he had to say about this type of approach to climate issues. Dr. Schmitt explained how the models are built on the Mauna Loa CO2 studies but he also explained what is going on elsewhere around the planet. One of the other discussion topics included media treatment of the climate change issue and the fact that this conference had no media covering it. This led to comments about our educational systems in the U.S., government grant funding, ice core evaluation, and more. Later in the show, Harrison spent some time talking about non-competitive technologies, fusion including electrostatic confinement. He talked about water vapor in the atmosphere, natural CO2 and the human contribution of CO2 which is about 4% of total CO2 in the atmosphere. We also talked about warming trends and ocean currents. Later in the show, we talked about returning to the Moon rather than first going to Mars, He3 fusion, and maintaining the VSE in the new administration. Listeners asked about alternative energy to get off of fossil fuels and ARPA-E. You will want to hear what he had to say about these subjects. If you have a comment or question for Dr. Schmitt, please send it to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward it to him. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 19 Mar 2009 21:17:47 UTC
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Jack Hagerty & Jon Rogers, Tuesday, 3-17-09 (57.14MB; download) -- Guests: Jack Hagerty, Jon Rogers. Topics: Flying saucers in film and popular culture, science fiction, flying discs. Authors Jack Hagerty and Jon Rogers were the guests for this program to discuss their newly published book by Apogee, "The Saucer Fleet." As we started the discussion, the first order of business was to define flying saucer for the book and our discussion as "an aircraft or spacecraft with planar-circular wings that resembles a disc. 2) Any artwork or hardware made to indicate an aircraft or spacecraft that is shaped like a disk" as stated on Page iv of the book. We then started talking about famous flying saucers in key movies such as The Day The Earth Stood Still, Forbidden Planet, War of the Worlds, This Island Earth, Earth Vs. The Flying Saucers, Lost In Space, The Invaders, Disneyland Flying Saucers and the action strip Twin Earths. The authors go into back story detail of the saucers used in these films, stories and the Disneyland ride, sometimes even providing the reader with the details and specs for the saucers, even for Robby the Robot from Forbidden Planet. We talked about the people that made the saucers and the movies such as Ray Harryhausen. Other topics that came up were the Soviet and Nazi saucers during and immediately after World War II and the fear people had about the existence of such items. Many of the early saucer and UFO characters were discussed in the context of this book including George Adamski, Frank Scully, and George Pal among others. Our discussion with both authors and the listener questions provided a very lively show, informative, and fun. Its a program you will certainly want to hear. Both authors have another well known book, The Spaceship Handbook which they discussed at the end of our two hour program. As you will hear, if a listener mentions The Space Show and orders both books from either author's website, you will get the discount they offered at the end of the program. Having these books myself, I can absolutely recommend them both to you and the special offer for listeners is very attractive. For Jon Rogers, his website is www.rogersrocketships.com. You can contact Jon Rogers regarding book purchases, comments, and questions from this show through his website at http://www.rogersrocketships.com/contact.cfm. Jack Hagerty's website is www.arapress.com. You can reach Jack by email with your comments, questions, or for book purchases at jhagerty@juno.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:11:50 UTC
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Dr. Sherry Bell, Monday, 3-16-09 (40.02MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Sherry Bell. Topics: Transhumanism, space settlement, sex in space, Department of Space. Dr. Sherry Bell was our guest today to discuss the new Aerospace Technolgy Working Group (ATWG) book, "Living In Space: Cultural And Social Dynamics, Opportunities, And Challenges In Permanent Space Habitats." Dr. Bell told us about several of the chapters including a forward by Dr. Buzz Aldrin and others which separates commercial space from NASA and calls for the establishment of a cabinet level Department of Space. The subject of transhumanism was brought up and we learned that most authors in the book support this concept. This was the focus of much discussion during today's program. Other topics that came up in our discussion included the possible spreading of a space disease, a dress policy for a space habitat, low cost space access, science fiction, space politics, sex and pregnancy in space, and more. We also mentioned the various authors contributing to this book and its global space perspective. Dr. Bell invited abstracts to be submitted to her for the upcoming “Living In Space” track that she will chair as the ISDC in Orlando, Florida this May, as well as questions or comments relating to the book. You can reach Dr. Bell at drsherrybell@aol.com . Follow the ATWG website for information when the book is available, www.atwg.org .
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:37:31 UTC
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Dr. Paul Dear, Sunday, 3-15-09 (47.67MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Paul Dear. Topics: N-Prize, RACOON/BALLOON LAUNCH, orbital satellite, AST, ITAR. Dr. Paul Dear returned to The Space Show to update us about new developments with the N-Prize (see http://www.n-prize.com for more details). We also went over the rules and several distinctions were made as well as clarifications pertaining to what is and is not an N-prize expense. Several N-prize team members called the show to discuss their entries as well as how they are complying with federal regulations pertaining to launching an orbital rocket. We had quite a discussion about the compliance issues, especially as to what is and what is not allowed under the armature rules. Dr. Dear told us he added a second category which is for a rocket that is reusable. Listen to this discussion. Later in the show, a listener took Dr. Dear off the space topic and asked about stem cell research and the need to use embryo cells as compared to adult cells. We returned to the space discussion and Dr. Dear fielded several questions that related to why someone would bother to enter the N-prize. Still another listener chimed in, as a skeptic, saying it was not possible to do the N-prize on the budget allowed in the rules. As you will hear Dr. Dear say, until someone wins the N-prize, we won't know if it can be done or not. If you have any questions or comments for Dr. Paul Dear or if you need information about the N-Prize, please send him a note at info@n-prize.com .
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:19:59 UTC
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OPEN LINES, Friday, 3-13-09 (59.15MB; download) -- Guest: OPEN LINES: Topics: China & U.S. debt, capital for NewSpace, VSE, low cost space access, business fundamentals, Phoenix Lights, UFOs. This was a busy Open Lines program as a result of the last minute cancellation by our Nigerian guest who was to talk about the African space program. In opening this Open Lines show, several topics were put on the table including the composition of the lunar surface, China and its concern over financing the U.S. deficit by purchasing government bonds and what this may mean for the U.S. and our interests in space development. Another topic was how best to go back to the Moon to stay. Listener Larry in Phoenix called in and we talked about the Phoenix Lights, advanced technology, and alien everything for about an hour. There was active listener participation in this segment ranging from the skeptic to the DOD black technology explanation for the Phoenix Lights, to questions wondering if the aliens were here to make a grab for Burt Rutan's technology. You do not want to miss this segment. We also talked about the African space program, to the degree that I knew something about it . A future Space Show focusing on space in Africa s being planned thanks to the listeners who sent me conference and other information about space programs in Africa. Later in the show, we talked about solid business planning, Kool Aid and wish list thinking, as well as the Field of Dreams space marketing approach for building infrastructure and such. See what you think of this discussion. I also directed listeners to a recent show with Dr. Marzwell about using public money to develop and implement advanced and new technology as such public investments create jobs, wealth, and build for the future. If you have any comments or questions about this Open Lines program or anything else, please let me hear from you at drspace@thespaceshow.com . The next Open Lines show is set for Sunday, March 29.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 14 Mar 2009 05:28:57 UTC
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Sy Liebergot, Tuesday, 3-10-09 (60.69MB; download) -- Guest: Sy Liebergot. Topics: NASA Flight Controller, space station, Return to the Moon, exploration, education. Sy Liebergot returned to The Space Show to talk about the newly released second edition of his book, "Apollo EECOM: Journey of a lifetime," published by Apogee. Sy was the lead EECOM Flight Controller throughout the Apollo manned missions and the book tells his story with lots of experiences and personal insights. We talked about his Russian training for the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, the tank explosion on Apollo 13, and what it was like being a flight controller working that accident. Sy talked with us about his collaboration on the Ron Howard Apollo 13 movie. Later in this two hour program, we discussed the importance of going back to the Moon, the problem with going to Mars at this time, and the need to develop our expertise with space medicine. You will want to hear his thoughts on all of these important topics. We also spoke about the current NASA, some of the issues with Ares and Constellation, NASA culture, and the search for a new NASA Administrator. Space solar power was mentioned by a listener as a possible way to rekindle interest in the space program, so you will want to hear what Mr. Liebergot had to say about that idea. We spent a considerable time talking about education and the need for both the people and our congress to understand how important it is for a nation to go outward and to explore, not to turn inward. When asked how we might influence Congress, Sy was short of effective suggestions as are most people. The space station was discussed and Sy mentioned several times its high inclination orbit and how limiting that has become and also the fact that not much can be done on station because, for the most part, it only has a maintenance crew. During this interview, Sy relates many of the stories and events that are in his book. He also talked about the CD in the back of the book which has several hours of the actual exchange with the flight controller and Apollo 13 during the accident. The CD also contains other EECOM audio as Sy describes during this program. Visit Sy Liebergot's website for more information, http://www.apolloeecom.com . If you have comments or questions for Sy, you can reach him through the website or the direct email link is syliebergot@gmail.com .
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:42:45 UTC
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Jim Funaro, Monday, 3-9-09 (42.08MB; download) -- Guest: Jim Funaro. Topics: Contact Conference, NASA Ames, ET contact, anthropology, science fiction, Mars, SETI, Mars Phoenix Mission. Jim Funaro returned to discuss with us the upcoming Contact Conference to be held at NASA Ames from April 3-5, 2009. NASA Ames is located in Mountain View, California. You can find out more about the conference, the Contact group, register online, and make hotel reservations on the Ames base by visiting http://www.contact-conference.org . Jim told us about many of the speakers and their presentation topics and as you will hear, it’s a stellar line-up. As this conference will be the Silver Anniversary of Contact, many special events have been planned, so listen to what Jim has to say about this year's event. We also talked about the importance of anthropology in space studies and the openness in the field to space and the possibility of extraterrestrial life. We compared and contrasted this with the field of sociology, especially where astrosociology was concerned. Jim spoke about the logistics of the conference and special rates for students, seniors, and others. He mentioned an email newsletter group that listeners can join as it will keep one informed on the Contact Conference as well as Contact related events and subjects. To subscribe, send an email to reed.riner@nau.edu and ask to be placed on the Contact email group. Tell Professor Riner you heard about the email group from Jim Funaro on today's Space Show program. If you can, consider attending this year's conference. I promise you that it will be informative and you will meet outstanding people and engage in a different perspective regarding space development and our becoming space-faring than what you might normally come in contact or associate with as this is a very tight, unique, and well informed group. If you have questions or comments for Jim Funaro about anthropology, the Contact Conference or anything else, please send them to him at info@contact-conference.org . Make sure you reference The Space Show in your email subject line.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:14:12 UTC
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Guenter Wendt, Sunday, 3-8-09 (43.14MB; download) -- Guest: Guenter Wendt. Topics: Flight crew safety, space tourism, Shuttle, Ares 1 & 5, safety checklists, STEM education, technical training & items. Guenter Wendt was our guest today to talk about the new release of the paperback version of his book published by Apogee, "The Unbroken Chain." As Mr. Wendt was the man in charge of flight crew safety for all manned missions, he outlined safety protocols, what was involved in maintaining safety, and the use of lists detailing credible events that could happen and then what they would do if one of those things did happen. We applied his flight crew safety knowledge to the NewSpace industry with space tourism vehicles and the modern day NASA with not only the shuttle, but the Constellation program consisting of Ares 1 & 5 vehicles. Guenter spoke with us about educational outreach and lecturing to students in grade school through college as well as their parents. You will want to hear what he says about our educational system and the importance of technical training and being happy with the work you do and your career choice over and above picking a field because of the potential for making large sums of money. As a result of a listener question, Guenter told some great stories about jokes they all played on each other and said it’s doubtful such "gotchas" could be done in today's politically correct world. He also gave us insights into the lives of the two chimps, Ham and Enos. Don't miss that discussion, especially the part on how they trained them to do the required response at the right time. His book, "The Unbroken Chain," can be ordered from Amazon or by going to Apogee website and I strongly recommend it. If you have comments or questions for Guenter Wendt, please send them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward them to him. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 09 Mar 2009 02:14:43 UTC
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Dr. Neville Marzwell, Friday, 3-6-09 (54.65MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Neville Marzwell. Topics: Space Solar Power, power beaming, leadership, public & private sector risk buy down, Elon Musk, electric cars. Dr. Neville Marzwell was the guest for this Space Show program to discuss his Space Solar Power (SSP) presentation from the December 2008 ATWG Conference. Dr. Marzwell's power point presentation, "The Technical Challenges for Space Solar Power" can be sent to you upon receiving your request. It’s 20 MB so to send it, I will need to use a large file transfer service, so let me know if you would like a copy of this PowerPoint. Our discussion broadened from SSP to include the use and need for all energy sources to meet the needs of the United States and other nations. Dr. Marzwell discussed the alternatives, costs, and technical challenges, as well as the policy leadership issues that have so far held us up in pursuing many available energy options. We talked about the status of our power grid, the Smart grid, and getting substantial power into our grid regardless of the source. Dr. Marzwell also put forth his ideas for a successful SSP type of venture. Note the concept to start small and build up from what is reasonable today. He mentioned this idea many times through the show, even when talking about the need for large numbers of chemical rocket launches for the traditional large scale SSP plan. Business plans were part of the discussion and you will want to hear what Dr. Marzwell said about a three year time period for progressing toward an ROI! SSP as a weapon was discussed as was the use of laser power beaming technology. The advanced development of electric cars and new improvements in lithium-ion batteries was discussed along with reference to the cars being made by Elon Musk. I believe this to be a must listen to Space Show program. If you have any comments or questions for Dr. Neville Marzwell, please send them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward them to him.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:18:45 UTC
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Brian Weeden, Thursday, 3-5-09 (35.31MB; download) -- Guest: Brian Weeden. Topics: Iridium 33 & Cosmos 2251 collision, space situational awareness, satellite location, orbital debris, United Nations. Brian Weeden was the guest for this special Space Show program which focused on the recent collision of the Iridium 33 and Cosmos 2251 satellite. Brian went into some detail during this discussion to let us know how satellites are tracked, the catalogs kept by the Air Force, commercial operators, independent companies, and foreign nations. We talked about liability, tractable debris, and all of orbital debris. Generally, debris can be tracked at 10 CM or larger and there are about 18,000 pieces this size in the catalog. It’s estimated there are roughly 500,000 objects from 1 to 10 CM in size. Objects smaller than 1 CM can number in the millions. During our discussion, we talked about intervention methods, collision avoidance, debris mitigation, and much more. Brian went over the voluntary rules in place regarding end of life scenarios for a satellite. Brian Weeden also wrote a recent and very comprehensive Space Review article on this subject which can be found at http://www.thespacereview.com/article/1314/1 . If you have questions or comments for Brian, please reach him at bweeden@swfound.org .
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:34:07 UTC
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