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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Robert Godwin, Wednesday, 12-19-07 (33.93MB; download) -- Guest: Robert Godwin. Robert Godwin, owner of Apogee Books, was the guest for this Space Show program. Mr. Godwin just released his own new book through Apogee, "The Lunar Exploration Scrapbook: A Pictorial History of Lunar Vehicles." During the show, Rob explained how he found and researched the color plates now found on every page of this book. He also told listeners about his motivation for compiling these images and writing this book. Rob and I signaled out a few images to discuss in detail during the program. In addition to Rob telling us facts and the history behind many of the lunar vehicles in his book, other questions about space history came up. Listeners asked about the British Interplanetary Society, Dr. Wernher von Braun, original Apollo era NASA contractors, and more. One of the points made during our discussion was about the large amount of contractors participating in the Apollo mission versus the smaller number of contractors still around and working today. You will want to hear this discussion. Another listener asked about the willingness of Apollo-era engineers, scientists, and project managers to assure they learned from those that had done work before them, sometimes researching technology and ideas from as far back as the 1930's. Rob was asked if he thought people involved in New Space and those working on the VSE are also going back through history in order to better understand and learn what was done previously in order to better advance the work today. You will want to hear how Rob answers this question. In discussing Apogee Books, there were several questions such as how an author should submit his manuscript to the company, the acceptance and rejection rate of manuscripts, hints for authors, and more. I asked Rob if the collector’s edition of their Saturn V book was still available and we learned there are only about 20 of these special books still available. Listen to our discussion about this special book. If you are interested in books which are one of a kind, this is a must have book. In addition, if you order the “Lunar Exploration Scrapbook” off the Apogee website, you get the hardback version not available in most stores as well as a special offer which Rob describes on the show and is on their website. The Apogee website is http://www.apogeespacebooks.com/. If you want to contact Rob Godwin, do so through their website at http://www.apogeespacebooks.com/Contacts.html using marketing@cgpublishing.com. Please put Rob/The Space Show in the subject line. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 20 Dec 2007 18:37:19 UTC
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Dr. Robert Zubrin, Tuesday, 12-18-07 (34.27MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Robert Zubrin. Dr. Robert Zubrin was the guest for this Space Show program. Dr. Zubrin started off the discussion by letting us know his plan for energy independence as detailed in his new book, "Energy Victory: Winning The War On Terror By Breaking Free Of Oil.” You can visit the book's website, www.energyvictory.net for more information on this very important book. Bob's plan is simple and straight forward. Congress needs to enact legislation which requires all vehicles sold in the US in five years have flex fuel capable engines. This will provide consumers with a choice of using either gasoline or alcohol fuels. This consumer choice will ultimately weaken or destroy the oil cartel and will result in lower fuel prices. Listeners had many questions for Bob, including why he prefers methanol over ethanol and why not hydrogen, biodiesel, etc. Bob explains the why to each of these questions and, as he does in the book, exposes the misunderstandings surrounding the use of hydrogen as a transportation fuel. Bob also refutes the claims that alcohol fuels are not economical to make and that there is not enough raw material in the US or anywhere else to produce sufficient quantities of ethanol to support the US transportation segment’s fuel usage. One listener pointed out that the use of grain and related materials for these fuels is driving up the price of some food in other nations, such as tortilla prices in Mexico, and he phrased his question to Bob as a choice of cars versus food. You will want to hear Bob's reply to this listener. We also discussed the VSE and how the Mars component, which as you will hear, seems to be absent from the vision and how NASA appears to be more concerned with a return to the lunar surface. We talked about how the Mars component would inspire Americans of all ages and would help to get us back on track with the VSE. Bob puts forth a most compelling case for a manned Mars mission, see if you agree with him. We also discussed the best way to advocate for space, for Mars, and even the energy program that Bob writes about in "Energy Victory.” Don't just write to your representative, go to their office in person, and meet with your elected member of Congress. Talk to the person. Talk to the staffer. Get them to listen to you about your concerns. He even suggests giving them a copy of the book or at least a summary of the program. In addition, Dr. Zubrin is working with www.setamericafree.org regarding the flex fuel energy plan. Get involved with this organization and bring it to the attention of members of Congress. You can send your comments or questions to Dr. Zubrin at zubrin@aol.com.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:27:58 UTC
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Dr. Clark Lindsey, Monday, 12-17-07 (39.36MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Clark Lindsey. Dr. Clark Lindsey was the guest for this Space Show program which focused on a summary of New Space developments in 2007 and a look forward to possible developments in 2008. In the discussion with Clark, listeners asked him specific questions about New Space rhetoric in 2007 versus what was said in previous years, Bigelow Aerospace, Mars crew habitats and its radiation shielding, the NASA COTS competition and its potential influence on presidential candidates, and much more. Clark took a look at many of the successes and some of the setbacks of 2007, and put forth the opinion that the space industry had taken two steps forward and probably one step backward. We discussed space tourism, various company flight schedules, and the seemingly always 2 year timetable until suborbital commercial flight is available. Clark also addressed rocket safety and how equipment failures are actually more routine than we give them credit for and just part of the development stage. He then provided examples of other risky ventures which often end in either death or injury, but there is little or no talk of regulating those activities and certainly not to the extent of regulations dealing with commercial spaceflight. You will want listen to what he has to say about this subject and hear the examples he cites. I'm confident you will agree with what he has to say about this very important topic. We also talked about his ventures www.hobbyspace.com, www.rlvnews.com, and www.spacetransportnews.com. Clark seemed to agree to continue his fantastic job at least until we have routine commercial space tourism and lunar travel. This is outstanding news for us all and for the space industry. In another very important part of this interview, one listener asked about transparency in the New Space Industry and compared it to her investment experience in other fields. Clark did an excellent job in responding to her concerns and you will certainly be interested in hearing what he has to say. We also talked about prizes, X Prize Cup, and Clark took a look down the road into 2008 for us. If you wish to contact Dr. Clark Lindsey with additional questions, comments, or information about his online news services, please use info@hobbyspace.com and put “The Space Show” in the subject line. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 18 Dec 2007 06:01:29 UTC
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Dr. Micahel Simpson, Sunday, 12-16-07 (42.94MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Michael Simpson. Dr. Michael Simpson, President of the International Space University (ISU) in Strassbourg, France was the guest for this program. In order to better follow along with this discussion, please visit the ISU website at www.isunet.edu/. We started the discussion by asking Dr. Simpson to provide us with an introduction to ISU, what the university is about as well as its curriculum, student body, admissions, and more. There were many listener driven questions ranging from how ISU students, faculty, and Europeans perceive NASA and the American space program to whether ISU classes are conducted in English, French, or a combination of these languages. ISU classes are conducted in English although some knowledge of the local language is beneficial. As for the perception of NASA and the American space program, as well as the space program of other nations including China, listen to what Dr. Simpson has to say regarding this topic. Listeners also inquired about career guidance for ISU graduates regarding future employment, networking and the ISU alumni network and its support of ISU graduates. As you will hear, there are very positive programs and support forces benefiting some 2600 ISU graduates who come to the program from all over the world. Other issues and questions that came up included a discussion of New Space and how it affects education at ISU and some concerns regarding that issue which are to be noted. The famous ISU Summer Program was described and discussed. You will want to hear about this program and the education it provides. A listener from Montana asked about the nature of the ISU interdisciplinary program and this led to an extensive discussion on space education. Another listener asked about exchange programs with American universities having space-related graduate programs. You will want to hear what Dr. Simpson says about this and ISU efforts to help develop such programs Toward the end of the program, Dr. Simpson was asked about his personal space vision and his five year vision for ISU. Again, you will not want to miss his response to this question. You will hear Dr. Simpson talk about many of the international space missions that will begin operations in 2008 and later as we explored just how global space development has become. You will come away from this discussion with a far better understanding of the global nature and draw of all areas and aspects of space, specifically New Space, the entrepreneurial space community, and satellites. Thus, this is a superb program demonstrating the global nature and demand for higher education in space-related fields. If you have questions or comments for Dr. Michael Simpson, please send them in care of the ISU website using this URL:
http://www.isunet.edu/index.php?option=com_contact&task=view&contact_id=33&Itemid=. In the Message Subject line, please reference his Space Show program.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 17 Dec 2007 06:52:57 UTC
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Christophe Bonnal, Friday, 12-14-07 (48.50MB; download) -- Guest: Christophe Bonnal. M. Christophe Bonnal of CNES - Launcher Directorate was the guest for this Space Show program. We started our discussion with Christophe with a question from an American living in France. The question asked about European and French entrepreneurism in space and why, according to the listener, Europe was behind the U.S. in creating an entrepreneurial space industry. You will certainly want to hear how M. Bonnal responded to this very interesting question. Then we talked about space tourism and the manned space program. There were lots of listener questions ranging from the interest in space tourism among the European general population to questions about risk as perceived by the general population and by governments or the space agencies such as CNES, ESA, etc. Again, this is a discussion you will not want to miss. Christophe is a very strong supporter of space tourism and we talked about private human access to space, suborbital and orbital tourism and the space vehicle announced by Eads Astrium. Listeners asked our guest about his opinion of the Chinese space program, the possibility that China may get to the Moon before the U.S., and how would France and ESA respond to such a development. As you will hear, China is not viewed the same in Europe as we view it in the U.S. and M. Bonnal did not see China’s lunar attempt as a major threat. Listen to our discussion for full details on this subject. We then focused on orbital debris, the Chinese ASAT test from earlier this year, and other orbital debris issues such as repairing and maintaining satellites to trying to actually remove the debris from orbit. One listener asked about using new and different materials for space craft which would burn up faster, but Christophe did not think much of this idea. He went on to explain which materials are usually used and why there are not materials that are likely to eliminate the debris problem. One point he made over and over again during the show was the need to understand the seriousness of the orbital debris problem. If something is not done to mitigate this problem, space will be unusable in 200-300 years and space travel and use of space will just be a memory to our descendants. As he gave us this warning several times during the show, please pay attention to what he says. He is very clear this is a serious issue. We also talked about the upcoming IAA First Symposium on Private Manned Access to Space, May 28-30, 2008 in Arcachon, France. The call for papers has been extended and abstracts are still being accepted. You can find out about this conference by visiting www.iaaweb.org. As you will hear, we covered many other topics and went into several of the topics in great detail. If you want to follow up with M. Christophe Bonnal by email with questions or comments, please use christophe.bonnal@cnes.fr. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 15 Dec 2007 05:50:54 UTC
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Christopher Stott, Wednesday, 12-12-07 (33.62MB; download) -- Guest: Christopher Stott. Chris Stott was the guest for this program. We began our discussion with Chris offering us an introduction to both space industry on the Isle of Man and the company he founded, ManSat. This discussion led us to more detailed discussions regarding space commerce, space education such as the International Space University, space law and treaties, property rights, and the potential impact on space law/property rights depending on which nation will be the first back to the Moon. We also talked about the VSE, NASA, and the importance of the public space program for the betterment of humanity. A listener asked about Old and New Space and Chris had much to say about this topic. Space tourism was brought up as a possible market maker along with the importance of closing the business case for any space venture. One listener asked about space transportation from Point A to Point B. You will want to hear what Chris had to say about this potential business and its needed regulatory regime. Another listener asked Chris what inspired him growing up on the Isle of Man and we learned about his love for space and sci-fi at an early age, including his love for the works of Robert Heinlein. This interview with Chris Stott is far ranging and comprehensive on a variety of interesting and important topics. You will certainly want to listen to it. Please send your comments or questions to Chris Stott by at chris.stott@mansat.com or by visiting www.spaceisle.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 13 Dec 2007 03:27:33 UTC
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Dr. Dan Barry, Monday, 12-10-07 (47.53MB; download) -- Guest: Dr. Dan Barry; Open Lines. Dr. Dan Barry, retired astronaut, space walker, and medical doctor was the guest for the first hour of this Space Show program. Dr. Barry provided us with a comprehensive look at space-walking and the experience in space, the training, and expectations leading up to the space walk. As a result of a listener question, we learned how an astronaut is selected for a ride to space as well for EVA training and an initial space walk or for additional space walks. Another listener asked about the possibility of spaceflight participants being able to perform a space walk. Make sure you hear what Dan has to say about this. We also discussed the space vision and its importance, excitement, and power. I asked Dan about the Overview Effect and transcendental experiences as a result of a question from a Sedona, AZ listener, who wanted to know if any experiments regarding increased psychic energy/telepathy experiences
in space rather than inside with some sort of atmospheric barrier. You will definitely want to hear this part of the discussion. Dan also talked about the view of the Earth from inside the Shuttle as compared to outside in a space walk. Again, a must hear description. Toward the end of the show, we switched topics to robotics as Dan is working on building “life assist” robotics. He said our culture was still primitive in our robotic capabilities and we talked about robotic substitutes for people and things we use now for help, comfort, and assistance. Even the subject of a robotic-like pet came up. This is a very interesting discussion. If you have a question or comment for Dr. Dan Barry, please send it to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward it. The last 50 minutes of the program was Open Lines. I fielded questions about The Space Show website, search capabilities on the website, and even a possible chat program. A question came in from Georgia about the possible impact of the Mojave Spaceport having its license suspended or revoked by AST and in the process of saying “I doubt it would be a big thing,” caller Charles Pooley who is at Mojave with his Microlaunchers company called in to talk about it in some detail. Charles remained with us talking about fuels, rockets, Mojave, and much more through the end of the show and this Open Lines segment.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 11 Dec 2007 05:55:42 UTC
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Dr. Paul Eckert & Tom Olson, Sunday, 12-9-07 (36.76MB; download) -- Guests: Dr. Paul Eckert, Tom Olson.Dr. Paul Eckert & Tom Olson discussed the Space Investment Summit (www.spaceinvestmentsummit.com) which was recently held in San Jose, CA. During this program, we went over the keynote speakers of the conference as well as the panels, their content and what was learned. We pointed out the superb networking opportunities that were available during this conference. International involvement was discussed and listeners asked about the globalization of space and American entrepreneurial leadership, and if American leadership in this area will hold up as other nations pursue space development. You will want to hear what our guests say about this. We also talked about the pointers given the space community by the VC presenters regarding the formula for making a good business pitch, presentation, Power Point, etc. In fact, one of the keynote speakers, Bill Reichert, Managing Partner for Garage Technology Ventures, told us about the informative and instructional slides available on their website in order to help entrepreneurs and others make effective presentations when raising capital. We also discussed the business plan presentations in regards to the different types of businesses being presented at this Summit. One listener asked about angel financing being represented at the conference as opposed to only venture capital and, as Paul and Tom pointed out, the conference was about seed and early stage funding for entrepreneurial space and space related businesses and did include angel financing. Another listener asked about businesses with possible long term payoffs, such as the space elevator, being represented at the conference. As pointed out, the business plans presented were primarily focusing on a much shorter time frame than the space elevator. Our guests announced that there would probably be two Space Investment Summit conferences for 2008, although the locations and details are still being discussed. The Space Show will announce this information as soon as it becomes available. In addition, the video, audio, and some of the Power Points from the conference will be archived on the Space Investment Summit website starting later this week so make sure you check the website (www.spaceinvestmentsummit.com) for this information. If you want more specific information about this conference, please use the Contact link on the website which is info@spacecommerceroundtdable.com and mention The Space Show in the subject line. Tom Olson can be contacted directly by using taoceo@colonyfund.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 10 Dec 2007 01:09:43 UTC
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Phillip Hurst; Bob Werb; Andy Turner at The Space Inv. Summit, 12-6-07 (54.82MB; download) -- Guests: Phillip Hurst of Air & Space TV; Bob Werb regarding the Space Frontier Foundation: Andy Turner of Space Systems/Loral. This set of three back to back interviews (no breaks) from the Space Investment Summit #3 held in San Jose, CA on Dec. 6, 2007, starts with Phillip Hurst of Air & Space TV (www.airandspace.tv). Phillip is launching an air and space television network for satellite, computers, and all available media services. We discussed his plans in depth, their financing, investor status, and more. Phillip is a media professional with A&S Media Group out of Orlando, Florida. Phillip has the experience and track record to make this happen and we will be hearing back from him as his efforts progress. He can be contacted using drspace@thespaceshow.com or phillip@airandspace.tv. The second interview is with Bob Werb, the Chairman of the Board and one of the three original founders for of the Space Frontier Foundation (SFF). Bob tells us about some important executive and administrative SFF changes which were recently made, plus we learned that we are coming up on the 20 year birthday of SFF!. We talked at length about SFF, why join it, the focus of it compared to other advocacy organizations, the membership which is very “can-do” and on the front lines of many space businesses and start-ups including a strong presence at this investment summit conference. We also talked about risk because the information came to us during the interview about the potential problems at the Mojave Spaceport with AST and the Mohave Spaceport license. You will certainly want to hear how Bob assesses and addresses the issue of risk-taking relating to the spaceport issues. At the end of our discussion, I brought up the subject of Walt Anderson, a space visionary, financial leader and friend of the SFF as well as a friend of Bob and myself. While Walt is experiencing hard times due to the federal tax fraud charges against him, his guilty plea, and is currently serving his sentence, we spoke about Walt, his contribution to space and his space vision. While Walt is controversial, his commitment to space is not. If you want to send a question or comment to Bob, please do so through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. You can learn more about the Space Frontier Foundation by visiting their website at www.space-frontier.org. Our final interview is with Andy Turner of Space Systems/Loral. At this conference, Loral broke the news that the company and its partners submitted an entry to the NASA COTS contest. Andy tells us what their entry is about, how it works, and he is quite open about the Loral COTS entry. I thanked him for that refreshing openness. After discussing COTS and their entry in some detail, I asked Andy about internships and employment opportunities at Loral as I know this is of interest to many Space Show listeners. Andy had positive news for listeners so I urge all of you to hear what he has to say about these types of opportunities at Space Systems/Loral. I also asked about Loral and small sats/cubesats and how they are working with academics in this area and making some facilities available in support of these programs. Again, there is very positive news concerning these issues so listen to what he has to say and see how this cutting edge leading company supports student activities and education. They understand how it pays off for the students, the academic institutions, our nation, and for their company. If you have comments or questions for Andy Turner about this discussion or Space Systems/Loral, please direct them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. You can find out more about Loral by visiting their website, www.ssloral.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 08 Dec 2007 19:19:26 UTC
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Miles O'Brien, Friday, 12- 7-2007 (14.99MB; download) -- Guest: Miles O'Brien, CNN. Miles O'Brien, the CNN chief technology and environment correspondent was the guest for this special half hour program. Miles talked with us about the importance of the space vision and his concern about NASA being able to get the job done regarding the VSE. He told us how important COTS was but he also stressed the excitement of exploration and the private space movement. Listeners asked him about space career opportunities (he was not so excited about the thought of working for NASA), space tourism, a space race with China, going back to the Moon or on to Mars, and much more. One listener asked him how he expected the expansion of the human presence in space to unfold, with the public sector, the private sector, or a combination of both. You will want to hear why he thinks both are needed and essential. This is a program you will certainly want to hear and when you do, you will know why Miles is so outstanding in the work he does as a leading space media professional. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 08 Dec 2007 05:29:20 UTC
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