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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Robert Jacobson, Monday, 9-10-07 (37.11MB; download) -- Robert Jacobson, Co-Founder of the 62 Mile Club, was the guest for this program. Robert discussed how the 62 Mile Club was founded, its purpose, and its upcoming special event in the Los Angeles - Bel Aire on Oct. 4 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Sputnik 1. Robert answered many listener questions, including one question about the pollution rockets might cause upon launch, especially if the launch rate were to go up to a high rate. Both Robert and I answered the question so see what you think of our response. If you have a good response to this question, please send it to me. Robert was asked many questions about Robert's peer group regarding Sputnik consciousness, awareness, etc. College groups are planned for the future for the 62 Mile Club plus other activities. Visit the website at www.62mileclub.com. Check out their "Faces" and also their calendar under the events section. You can email Robert or get questions answered by using info@62mileclub.com. Mention The Space Show in your subject line or email. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 11 Sep 2007 03:44:22 UTC
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Mel Marsh and Dr. Jim Pass, Sunday, 9-9-07 (44.26MB; download) -- Mel Marsh and Dr. Jim Pass were guests today for an excellent discussion about astrosociology and the coming sessions on this topic at Space 2007 in Long Beach, CA. Jim and Mel gave us a comprehensive discussion on astrosociology and its importance to our developing a space-faring culture and economy. As a result of listener questions, the subject of academic bias was talked about, something both Mel and Jim have experienced. Jim talked about the status quo within the sociology world, we talked about academic programs offering this subject, students being able to pursue a thesis topic in this area and much more. We also talked philosophy regarding the need for astrosociology for developing space settlements, long term space flight crews and much more. One listener linked results from the Dittmar Associates report re the 18-25 year old lack of interest in aspects of space development to the missing touch of humanities and astrosociology in the space world, a world dominated by engineering and hard science. Both Jim and Mel addressed this cultural bias as well. Dr. Pass has a full session planned at Space 2007 so if you are planning to be there, check it out in the schedule to be sure to attend. There is also an astrosociology dinner on Thursday evening of the conference. If you have questions or comments for either guest, please email Mel through me at Drspace@thespaceshow.com. You can do the same for Dr. Pass or you can email him at jpass@astrosociology.com. Visit his website, www.astrosociology.com as it has many fine academic papers and other items of interest, all free for your download and review. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sun, 09 Sep 2007 22:41:33 UTC
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Robert Pearlman, Friday, 9-7-07 (44.25MB; download) -- Robert Pearlman, CEO and Founder of collectSpace, was the returning guest for this Space Show program. Robert is the master and expert regarding space memorabilia collecting. In fact, we started the program with a listener question about the whereabouts of the Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo capsules and their potential value on the collector market. We had a comprehensive look at space memorabilia, eBay, values, Moon rockets, Russian space items and the same from China and ESA. Robert pointed out how collectSPACE serves as a sounding board for making sure you are collecting something is real. The astronaut autograph market was discussed as were patches and even space art. Make sure you check out his website, www.collectSPACE.com. Its a valuable resource and you can sign up for a free newsletter as well as BBB information and posting. You can send questions and inquiries about collecting, specific memorabilia, even items not obtained through collectSPACE by contacting contact@collectspace.com. You can reach Robert at robert@collectspace.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 08 Sep 2007 03:16:07 UTC
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Mark Mayfield, Thursday, 9-6-07 (32.83MB; download) -- Mark Mayfield, editor-in-chief of LAUNCH Magazine, was the guest for this Space Show program. Our discussion will inform you about everything you have ever wanted to know about publishing a very high quality space magazine. Mark was asked several questions about his business and marketing plan and approach, his financing of the publication, target markets, writing level, and much more. We talked about his distribution plan including free copies at conferences, subscriptions, and sales at traditional book and magazine stores. Listeners asked and made suggestions to him about articles, coverage, freelancing, and more. LAUNCH Magazine does accept freelance articles and he suggested that interested writers send a note to editorial@launchmagonline.com. For questions or comments, send your notes to info@launchmagonline.com. Please mention The Space Show in your subject line or the text of your email. As you will hear from Mark Mayfield, LAUNCH Magazine is telling the space story from hobby space all the way to entrepreneurial space and on to the Moon with the VSE. This is definitely a magazine you will want to have on a regular basis. Published six times a year with stunning color photos and great stories, LAUNCH is in my opinion, doing a great job in reaching out to school kids and the rest of us. Listen to Mark Mayfield on this show, get a copy of the magazine, and see for yourself what we are talking about during this Space Show program! As always, direct questions or comments can always be forwarded to Mark through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 07 Sep 2007 03:33:19 UTC
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Capt. John Draim (USN Retired), Wednesday, 9-5-07 (32.56MB; download) -- John Draim was the guest for this special Space Show program. Mr. Draim, a retired captain in the USN, is an expert on floating launch and we discussed this type of rocket launch for the first hour of the program. We covered the history of floating launch, military vs. commercial launches, the advantages, disadvantages, and technology involved. Mr. Draim said multiple times that he has been involved with air launching of rockets, traditional ground/launch pad rocket launches, and floating launches and in his opinion, the floating launch always has advantages and is preferred. As for why its not mainstream, he suggests the status quo, legacy hardware, the Air Force, and NASA. We talk about out of the box technology, passed over technology, and missed technology opportunities throughout the program and especially in the last half hour so you will want to hear what John has to say about his first hand experiences and what he knows about this subject. Listener questions challenged him regarding the floating launch concept and could not help but wonder why the entrepreneurial community was not going toward floating launch as they do not have to deal with legacy hardware or the status quo. You will want to hear his response to these questions. During the last part of the show, we talked about his concept of TsunamiSat which is either a LEO or MEO satellite constellation that can detect the tsunami wave and track it, allowing real time progress reports and warnings to save lives. You will want to hear about this concept which he says could be implemented at this time. We also talked about elliptical orbits for satellites to target coverage for better market coverage. He suggested that we in the west don't use the elliptical orbit much but Russians do. During this segment, he explains the advantages and limitations of elliptical orbits. If you have comments or follow up questions for Captain John Draim, USN Retired, please send them through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 06 Sep 2007 14:19:59 UTC
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Dr. James A. Dewar, Tuesday, 9-4-07 (35.12MB; download) -- Dr. James A. Dewar was the special guest for this program. Mr. Dewar has re-released his book through Apogee, "To The End Of The Solar System: The Story of the Nuclear Rocket." This is a must read book and this is a must listen to show. Mr. Dewar guided us through the technology and perhaps even more important, the politics of the nuclear rocket program story for the years 1955-73 through the Nixon Administration. One can only wonder what our space world would be like today had this program not been cancelled! Mr. Dewar responded to listener questions about radiation, reliability, costs, size, fuel, ISP/Specific Impulse, even the proposed nuclear shuttle for GEO, etc. Mr. Dewar explained the problem solving for various technical and engineering issues for the rocket and much more. I urge listeners to get a copy of this book from Apogee because a resumption of the nuclear rocket program may be the key that takes us all into space at very low costs and quite safely. You will hear Mr. Dewar explain this in some detail during his interview. If you have questions or comments for Jim Dewar, please send them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward them to him for his response. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 05 Sep 2007 16:10:27 UTC
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Mars Society Conference 2007 #2, Monday, 9-3-07 (66.57MB; download) -- This is the second Mars Society Conference program recorded live at the 2007 conference. The part of this program is a private space tourism presentation by Dr. Larry Kuznetz to Reda Anderson and myself. Larry gives this presentation on cruise ships to general cruise ship audiences. The second part of this program has The Space Show going bar hopping though the second bar would not permit us to record in it. The first location for the evening, the bar at the very exclusive Bel Aire Hotel gives you a glimpse of what space and Mars cadets do when not actually at the conference sessions. Also, as you will discovered, we did a quick Q&A to our waitress to test her space awareness. Perhaps you will be surprised with her comments as were all of us. Finally, you will hear David Gan on this tape. David was part of the Normandy invasion to end WW2 and stormed Utah Beach in the third wave of soldiers going on shore. I asked him if he was looking for Mars when storming the beach or on the beach. I don't know if his answer will surprise you or note. If you have a question or comment for any of our guests on this program, Reda Anderson, Dr. Larry Kuznetz, Dr. Bill Rowe, David Gans, or myself, send it to drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will get an answer or reply to you. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 04 Sep 2007 22:54:39 UTC
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Mars Society Conference #1, Sunday, 9-2-07 (42.53MB; download) -- This is the first of two Mars Society interview programs from the 2008 Convention, August 30-September 2, 2007. For this program, there are three interviews. The first interview is with Dr. Scott Horowitz, the NASA Associate Administrator for Exploration. Dr. Horowitz was one of the keynote speakers for Friday, August 31 and in that address he did a comprehensive presentation regarding the NASA plan to take us back to the Moon and on to Mars. In his Space Show interview, which was limited due to his travel and time constraints, I asked him 3-4 main questions, focusing on hardware issues and reported problems with Aries 1, political uncertainties for the future health of the VSE, and business/commercial uncertainties given the high cost of lunar access using the NASA hardware and infrastructure. The second interview is with Mark Hopkins of the National Space Society. We spoke about space advocacy, Mars, reaching out to Gen Y, and what you need in the way of community support to influence national policy. The last interview on this show is also with an NSS representative, Bart Leahy. We spoke political action with Bart, Gen Y issues, Huntsville rocket culture and more. If you want to send a follow up question or comment to any of these guests, please do so through me and I will forward it to the person you want to contact. Please use drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sun, 02 Sep 2007 14:56:30 UTC
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Golden Oldie Leonard David from 10-01 & Dennis Wingo from 11-01, Friday, 10-31-07 (57.12MB; download) -- This Golden Oldie Space Show programs features Leonard David from October 2001 and Dennis Wingo from November 2001. When you hear what they said back then, go back in time with them as they were both on just after 9/11. Do a comparison with then and now. How have things changed, where has the progress been, where are we stagnating based on these two interviews. Your feedback is always welcome. Remember, these older programs were one hour shows on the old Phoenix station and each show had commercial breaks at 15 minute intervals. You will hear lots of editing to make these shows work for the new timing required by The Space Show and our satellite service. However, no text of any discussion has been edited out. You will hear all the content other than the commercials and the old BWB music. With the last interview with Dennis Wingo, there were telephone technical issues with the Phoenix station which you will hear from time to time during the show and in the last minute of the program. Again, no substantive audio has been lost. To meet the two hour requirement for satellite for this show, I have inserted several Earth and Sky cuts at the end of the program. I hope you enjoy them. If you have a question or comment for either guest or me, send it to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will be happy to forward it to Leonard or Dennis. While they know I am playing these old interviews, I doubt they recall what they said. Sit back, enjoy this classic programming from two outstanding space professionals. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 31 Aug 2007 14:09:17 UTC
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Dr. Al Harrison, Tuesday 8-28-07 (33.43MB; download) -- Dr. Al Harrison was the guest for this Space Show program. Note that this program has phone line audio issues that cannot be processed out of the recording. We apologize for any inconvenience this causes you in listening to this exceptional program. Dr. Harrison is the author of the new book, "Starstruck: Cosmic Visions in Science, Religion, and Folklore." As a psychologist, Dr. Harrison is certainly qualified to examine the relationships we have with space, cultures, physics, astronomy, myths, and extraterrestrial life. We covered many subjects in this show, ranging from somewhat traditional UFO-ET questions to mental and emotional stability issues for a long term space presence. We discussed SETI and its acceptance within the space community while the UFO side of exploring for ET life is usually rejected by the same audience. We talked about why people believe in myths and touched upon why we believe in conspiracies though Al said that would be a separate 6-8 hour show! As The Space Show has an ongoing series, "Our Spiritual Connection to Space," I asked Al about that connection, why some of us (myself included) are driven to space as if its in our genetic makeup and others are totally disassociated with space. You will want to hear his response. We also went through several of the stories in his book as they are very telling regarding how we act and how we relate with science, religion, myths, etc. Another area we explored was the engineering/human factors relationship within the manned space flight program with NASA and elsewhere. We have heard about this "competitive" relationship before, but Al discusses it with us in a different and most effective way. Dr. Al Harrison is most interesting as you will hear form his comments and analysis of these often complex and emotional issues. You can send your email comments or questions to him at aaharrison@ucdavis.edu or through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 29 Aug 2007 14:41:21 UTC
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