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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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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Alex Kirk, Wednesday, 12-5-07 (11.23MB; download) -- Guest: Alex Kirk. Alex was the guest for this half hour Space Show program to bring to the attention of listeners the Mars Society fax service to let the 2008 presidential candidates and your congressional representatives know your thoughts on space development and a humans to Mars trip. The Mars Society website is hosting this server at http://fax.marssociety.org. and you do not need to be a member of the Mars Society to use it. During this discussion with Alex, you will hear why this service service was created, the goals and objectives for it, and why your support for The Mars Society with this service is important. We also talked about the most effective type of message to send to a candidate or member of congress, how the message gets identified and personalized to the sender. If you have questions about using this Political Fax Tool, the Mars Society, or the message you would like to send, you can contact Alex at alex@marssociety.org or drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 08 Dec 2007 05:15:58 UTC
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Dr. Brad Edwards & Carla Sabotta, Tuesday 12-4-07 (38.18MB; download) -- Dr. Brad Edwards and Carla Sabotta were the guests for this Space Show program focusing on the space elevator. Please note that due to very wet weather in both the Seattle and Bay Area, plus the use of cell phones, there is phone line noise during this show. We started the program with Dr. Edwards providing us with an update on the climber games that were held in Salt Lake City. Brad explained the various teams, the technology being used, what happened to the contestants, and more. One contestant actually used carbon nanotubes for their climber but as you will hear, they did not do well. Our conversation then took us to the Luxembourg Workshop. As you hear Dr. Edwards update us on this event, you will get a sense of the draw for space elevator on an international level. Later in the program in response to a question about the work other countries are doing on the space elevator, you will hear about Japan and their interest in the elevator. Listeners asked Dr. Edwards and Carla about a central place for "official"-like news about the space elevator as well as reliable PR to keep interested people informed and to reach the general public. Carla spoke about this as did Brad. It is being considered by those involved with developing the space elevator. In the meantime, the website suggested for reliable information was www.spaceelevator.com. Brad and Carla received many questions about the carbon nanotubes (CNT), sports products being made with them and the PR related to getting the story out about the various uses of CNTs at this time. You will want to hear what both our guests have to say about the state of CNTs at this time and the importance of their finding their way to commercial markets. A listener asked Carla if from a PR perspective, the space elevator was on a similar track as space tourism before it was taken as seriously as it is today. For example, space tourism had a high giggle factor, then stories about it started appearing on major news magazine front covers, and more and more press started picking up credible stories, plus the industry did a good job in promoting and describing it to the general public. Carla thought that was a good analogy so again, this is a discussion you will want to hear. Another listener asked about putting an elevator on the Moon and Mars. As it turns out, Mars is better suited for the elevator as is an asteroid. You will hear the explanations for this during the program. If you have additional questions or comments for Carla Sabotta or Dr. Brad Edwards, please send them to each guest through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 05 Dec 2007 16:08:35 UTC
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Alan Boyle, Monday, 12-3-07 (37.80MB; download) -- Alan Boyle, science editor and author of the Cosmic Log blog, returned as a guest for this Space Show program. Our discussion with Alan covered many topics including space journalism ethics and controls, COTS, the VSE and returning to the Moon, and competition for the Moon with other ideas for visiting an asteroid or Mars. We also discussed fusion energy, the X Prize Cup, air shows, Bigelow Aerospace, inflatable structures and NASA’s plans for them, the ISS and onboard ISS science experiments, Blue Origin and Jeff Bezos, and much more. Alan was asked what types of stories interested his readers the most and we learned that Mars and mysteries top the list, plus science stories revolving around events that can be seen or experienced, such as a meteor shower. New Space was not among the list. Among the top stories/subjects he follows, he has great interest in the new COTS program being developed by NASA. Questions came up about the presidential campaign and its candidates. This brought us to mention many candidates only mention space in the context of a UFO sighting or experience. We talked about this and you will certainly want to hear this part of our discussion as it may actually challenge the possible further discussion of more serious space issues by presidential or other political candidates. Alan Boyle welcomes your questions, feedback, suggestions for stories and news to cover and more. You can reach him at alan.boyle@msnbc.com or cosmiclog@msnbc.com. He prefers the cosmic log email address, but provided both for listeners. You can read his Cosmic Log blog at www.cosmiclog.com.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:26:50 UTC
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Dr. Young K. Bae, Sunday, 12-2-07 (35.43MB; download) -- Dr. Young K. Bae was the guest for this Space Show program to provide us with important updates on his groundbreaking work with photonic laser thrusters. You can follow along with this discussion by visiting his website, www.baeinstitute.com. Dr. Bae received many listener questions about photonic laser thrusters as well as his work on fusion energy. One listener asked about ISP or his photonic laser thrusters while another took it a step further and asked Dr. Bae about other ways to judge efficiency and power. You will certainly want to hear this discussion as it will help in understanding the potential of photonic laser thrusters for space applications. While a good part of our discussion was addressing the physics involved in Dr. Bae's work, listeners without the hard science background should have no problem following along and appreciating Dr. Bae's work. Another listener asked him about his focus on the need to be economic in ones work and findings. I asked him about this and again, his response is one you certainly will want to hear. In response to questions about investors, he does consider private qualified investors, but he also applies for and receives grants from various public sources of funding. He said that the private funding is also a facilitator of public funding. Dr. Bae is interested in more outreach and even presenting his work at space advocate conferences, not just those that are peer reviewed. The Los Angeles Times did an article on his work and discovery on Sept. 30, 2007. When word got out about his progress, his website received over 100,000 hits from interested people everywhere! If you want a copy of the September 30, 2007 Los Angeles Times article and cannot find it on their web site, you can request it from Dr. Bae or send a note to drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward it to you. While this review has focused on his photonic laser thrusters, you must hear what Dr. Bae says and does regarding fusion research and fusion in our future. If you want to send Dr. Bae a comment or follow up question, you can do so through the contact link on his website which is at http://www.baeinstitute.com/contact.html. Be sure to mention The Space Show program in your comments. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 03 Dec 2007 05:03:46 UTC
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