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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Anthony Duignan-Cabrera, Sept. 11, 2005 (31.20MB; download) -- Anthony Duignan-Cabrera was the guest for this Space Show program. The interview began with my asking Mr. Duignan-Cabrera about space press/media coverage with the mainstream press and networks given his experience with ABC News, Good Morning America and more, plus his space.com experience. No surprises in his answer but you will certainly want to hear it and take note of his perspective. We then began a comprehensive discussion about the Space Exploration Vision and leadership from everyone in the government, NASA, the aerospace industry, the entrepreneurial space industry and even the advocates. Mr. Duignan-Cabrera expressed concern about the success of the SEV given what leadership issues and he cited examples including the recent Discovery return to flight shuttle mission, the government and Hurricane Katrina relief, the very successful Mars, Cassini, and Deep Impact robotic missions and the way in which these missions have or have not been used to motivate and inspire people to do more regarding space programs. We talked at length about space tourism and you will certainly want to hear what Anthony has to say about this developing industry. We also got into a discussion about science and math education in the U.S. which evolved into a rather comprehensive discussion concerning intelligent design in our school systems. Toward the end of the interview, Anthony put forth recommendations for space advocacy and for moving forward with successful space programs and ventures. Listeners can e-mail Anthony Duignan-Cabrera through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will make sure your comments and questions are passed on to him. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 12 Sep 2005 05:01:52 UTC
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Shubber Ali, September 6, 2005 (49.00MB; download) -- Shubber Ali returned to The Space Show for this program. The interview began by asking Shubber questions about the space industry in Australia, in America, and elsewhere in the world. In the context of this discussion, we also talked about the launch industry, especially in America, but we did discuss demand around the world and the entrepreneurial business in the United States. Shubber also told listeners why he does not like the term "space industry" and this developed into a brief analysis of the space industry, space tourism, marketing studies, and more. You will not want to miss the discussion regarding space tourism, both suborbital and orbital, as well as new information suggesting the character of the suborbital space tourism market. Shubber then switched to informing listeners about AstroVision in Australia, his company which is working toward launching real time weather satellites for the Asia Pacific region. Don't miss this discussion. What Shubber and AstroVision are going to be doing is extremely exciting and short term! In addition, there are ways for people to participate if they want given AstroVision is an Australian public company. The plans that Shubber discussed are very advanced technically in addition to being consumer driven and very beneficial for society. It is my belief that many Space Show listeners will seriously consider being a customer of AstroVision in the not too distant future! You can find out more about the company, the plans, the timing, and the technology by visiting http://www.astrovisionaustralia.com/. Shubber Ali can be reached by email at shubber@astrovisionaustralia.com . If you do email him, he has requested that you put "Space Show" in the subject line. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 07 Sep 2005 06:11:54 UTC
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Robert Richards, September 5, 2005 (37.48MB; download) -- Robert (Bob) Richards was the guest for this Space Show program. We began the interview talking with Bob about his having founded the Space Generation Foundation, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS), and the International Space University (ISU). We discussed his interest and focus on education for everyone but especially for younger people and getting them to realize fulfillment of their dreams, including their space dreams. We then shifted our discussion to the subject of ITAR and Bob shared with us his first hand experiences with ITAR matters, including getting back his own technology which the State Department said was restricted through the ITAR regime. This was a problem because Bob is from Canada and his company, Optech Incorporated is a Toronto based company. After our comprehensive ITAR discussion, we talked about the Optech lidar technology program and the coming 2007 Phoenix Mars Mission. We also talked about the Space Exploration Vision and how it is seen from outside the United States. We also discussed completing the International Space Station and flying the space shuttle and a new heavy lift vehicle derived from shuttle components. As a result of several questions from a listener, the discussion shifted to the entrepreneurial spirit of those making space development happen and will the U.S. or any other government interfere with these efforts to keep space national rather than international for everyone. Bob talked about this issue, our caller also continued to state his case as to why he thinks governments, including the U.S. government will not permit space to be for everyone. This is an interesting and unique discussion that you will not want to miss. Toward the end of the program, we talked about the coming International Lunar Conference to be held later this month in Toronto, CA. This is a global meeting of the minds and energy that are making the return to the Moon happen. You can find out more about this conference and even make reservations for attending it by visiting www.ilewg.org/ILC2005. For more information about Bob, visit www.robertrichards.com and from there you can e-mail him, visit the Optech site and the other websites for the organizations that he has helped to create. Don't miss this exciting show from a true space leader. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 06 Sep 2005 06:27:57 UTC
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John Barber, August 4, 2005 (37.03MB; download) -- John Barber returned to The Space Show for this program to update us on MagLev systems and to share with listeners his concept for a MagLev sled that might be a commercially developed project. Almost from the start of this program, questions came in from listeners concerning MagLev, including a circular system designed to accelerate 70,000 pound projectiles to space. Mr. Barber fielded all of the questions about this subject, including those by Richard who has proposed such a MagLev system at the recent Mars Society Conference. Mr. Barber was asked why the space elevator project commands more interest, funding, research, and attention than maglev proposals. Listeners wanted to know what could be done to facilitate maglev concepts and theories to the level entertained by space elevator proponents. The discussion continued as a wide ranging discussion searching for plausible options to chemical rockets and low cost space access. Listeners will want to visit Mr. Barber's website at www.magsupport.com. He can be reached by e-mail at barber.john@worldnet.att.net and as always through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 05 Sep 2005 07:08:37 UTC
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Jim Lewis, Augustt 31, 2005 (34.92MB; download) -- Jim Lewis, Managing Director of Deep Space Communications Network (DSCN), was the guest for this special morning Space Show program. Mr. Lewis explained the concept behind DSCN and how any of us can use the product to send a message to deep space. This is an exciting space business right here on the ground that any of us can access and the fee is reasonable. Mr. Lewis, in response to many listener questions as well as my own, discussed the technical aspects of how they send a message to deep space, where the message goes, how long it takes to get to the destination, satellite communications, acquiring time on a commercial communications satellite, and much more. Listeners should visit the DSCN website for additional information and the forms necessary to send their personal message to deep space. The URL is www.deepspacecom.net. Also, watch The Space Show newsletter as I will soon be announcing a special program to be worked out with Mr. Lewis so that The Space Show and its listeners can send regular messages to deep space using the DSCN. At the website, Mr. Lewis has a great FAQ which I recommend you read if you are interested in this service or activity. Jim Lewis can be reached through the website but also at his company website for Communications Concepts, Inc. at www.cciflorida.com and by email at jlewis@cciflorida.com. As always, you can also reach Mr. Lewis by email him through drspace@thespaceshow.com. I applaud Jim Lewis and team for a very innovative space business and I urge all of you to listen to this program. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 01 Sep 2005 04:07:18 UTC
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Chris Luginbuhl, August 30, 2005 (49.64MB; download) -- Chris Luginbuhl, an astronomer with the U.S. Naval Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona and expert on Dark Skies, was the guest for this Space Show program. Dark Skies or the use of star friendly lighting was the main theme and discussion subject for this program. We discussed the need for star friendly lighting, why people other than astronomers should care about it, and how to go about working for Dark Sky policies in city building codes. Mr. Luginbuhl directed us to the International Dark-Sky Association at www.darksky.org, also the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition (http://www.infomagic.net/fdsc/ ) as Flagstaff is perhaps the leading Dark Sky community in the country, as well as a presentation Chris made regarding the subject (http://www.infomagic.net/fdsc/ff/ff.html). We are also directed to his home page at http://ftp.nofs.navy.mil/about_NOFS/staff/cbl/. In response to listener questions, Mr. Luginbuhl not only spoke about Dark Sky policies in America, the impact of them on observatories around the country, but also in other parts of the world and such as Chile. We also discussed his view and that of many astronomers regarding keeping the Hubble Space Telescope operating, the James Webb Infrared Telescope which will soon be in orbit, and the effectiveness of adaptive optic telescopes for viewing from the Earth. Mr. Luginbuhl was asked about speaking before town meetings to help get Dark Sky policies passed, he spoke about poetry and literature and their relationship to seeing a true dark sky which resulted in a listener sending in his own poem to be read on the show. In response to another question, he commented on the relationship of seeing a true dark sky to having an effective space program for the nation. This is a most interesting program despite some audio problems, especially toward the end of the program. We should all learn about Dark Sky programs and strive to use star friendly lighting whenever possible both in residential and commercial uses. You will certainly want to hear this program to learn more about the subject and how we can be active in promoting star friendly lighting. Chris Luginbuhl can be reached by email through the websites listed above and through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 31 Aug 2005 05:56:04 UTC
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John Spencer, August 28, 2005 (43.71MB; download) -- John Spencer, architect and designer specializing in space tourism, returned to this edition of The Space Show. We began the interview by discussing how the space tourism industry has changed from the mid-90's to the current time. In the context of this discussion, Mr. Spencer explained space tourism, its evolution, orbital versus suboribtal, the time frame for achieving space tourism and how uniting the field is, noting that space in general, especially space tourism has the potential for bringing people together, not separating them. We talked about space tourism and security and the global war on terrorism. We talked about military space, the Space Exploration Vision, and the security of space assets as well as the need to have a military or Coast Guard like presence in space for the benefit of those using space. In response to listener questions, Mr. Spencer talked about space architecture, we discussed settlements on the Moon or Mars and closed environmental systems as would be required in space. He also went on the record to predict that it will be private-sector individuals that first return us to the Moon, not government employed astronauts. You will find his explanation and analysis of this to be very exciting. We also talked about the lunar solar power satellites and other forms of solar or lunar energy beaming back to Earth. Mr. Spencer thinks the time frame for these products is long term and when asked about doing it from a national security point of view, he stressed the importance of such efforts being private sector efforts, not government contractor or military efforts. Mr. Spencer introduced the listeners to the Space Tourism Society (www.spacetourismsociety.org), his Red Planet projects, and space experiential theme and simulation parks. Listeners are urged to contact John Spencer for more information about space tourism and his projects. His e-mail address is JSSDesign@aol.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 29 Aug 2005 07:19:07 UTC
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Joe Latrell, August 23, 2005 (43.36MB; download) -- Joe Latrell, CEO of Beyond-Earth Enterprises, returned to The Space Show for this program. Mr. Latrell not only provided us with an update for his company, Beyond-Earth Enterprises, but he responded to questions about the private space industry, NASA, the space shuttle, the VSE, space advocacy, and much more. Mr. Latrell also talked about the Beyond-Earth presence at the coming XPRIZE Cup program in October 2005 in New Mexico, the use of various launch sites from Frederick, Oklahoma to the Southwest Regional Spaceport as soon as it is opened for business. Mr. Latrell also discussed the Moon Kits which we gave away to those listeners participating in the program. These kits afford someone the opportunity to send something important to them to space and have it returned to them. In discussing the Moon Kits, Mr. Latrell discussed his pending launch, its altitude and recovery process, plus the guaranty offered those purchasing the Moon Kit. A listener asked Joe about his recent article, "Space Advocacy: A Guide to Getting Involved" and this provided our guest with the opportunity to discuss space advocacy, outreach, and education, plus how important it is to be involved in promoting private space activity. Joe was also asked about competition from other launchers and the suborbital industry regarding taking memorabilia to space and returning it and he explained why competition was important as it validated the existence of a thriving space market. Joe Latrell was asked several questions about his use of rocket engines and he explained that they were likely to buy them from XCOR Corporation out of Mojave, CA. We also talked about insurance requirements for the type of launch that Beyond-Earth is undertaking and much more. Listeners are urged to check out their website for more information at www.beyond-earth.com. Joe Latrell can be reached by email for additional questions or comments at joe_latrell@beyond-earth.com. As always, listeners can send Mr. Latrell email through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 24 Aug 2005 02:11:37 UTC
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Gene Kranz, Aug. 21, 2005 (34.95MB; download) -- Gene Kranz returned to The Space Show for this special program. Mr. Kranz talked about his upcoming History Channel sequel, "Beyond The Moon" Failure Is Not An Option II." The show airs August 28, 2005 on The History Channel, 9PM ET and PT. In addition to discussing this upcoming television special, we spoke at length with Mr. Kranz about the Space Exploration Vision (SEV) including the technology needed, the role of Congress, NASA, the American people, and the press. Mr. Kranz delves into each of these areas along with Space Show listeners to see if we still have the "right stuff" to get back to the Moon and go on to Mars. Mr. Kranz was asked about China and its policy, Skylab, political, NASA, and private-sector leadership, the need for people to explore, and the value of the space program in terms of it being larger than space or any space destination. Mr. Kranz, in response to a listener question, explained why it is taking much longer to go to the Moon this time than it did the first time we went to the Moon, he was asked to provide three things he learned from Apollo to not do again regarding a space program and three things he learned from Apollo that he would do again. Mr. Kranz brings both unique experience and insights to the discussion of becoming space faring and what he has to say should be noted. In addition, one listener asked him about space organizations and agendas and which one if any he liked the best. Mr. Kranz did answer this question so listen to the interview to find out his response. If you have questions for Mr. Kranz, please send them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will forward them to his representative at The History Channel. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 22 Aug 2005 00:24:41 UTC
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DAvid Hoerr & Paatrick Stiennon, August 16, 2005 (45.01MB; download) -- David Hoerr and Patrick Stiennon, co-authors of "The Rocket Company," were the guests for this Space Show program. We talked extensively about their book which is an illustrated fictionalized account of the challenges faced by a group of seven investors and their engineering team in developing a low-cost, reusable, Earth to orbit launch vehicle. The books discusses the marketing, regulatory, and technical problems involved in carrying out the rocket business. We soon went from the fictionalized world of the book to questions reality based questions about the launch and rocket industry. Issues of high sustained flight rates were discussed, lunar missions were talked about, space tourism and space transportation were discussed, as was the investment needed to build such a rocket. As a result of a listener question, the two authors were asked about the likelihood of raising billions of dollars for a rocket investment and if the smaller nations that take great pride and prestige in having their own national airline would feel the same and build their own national space plane company. The book is published by the AIAA and is available from their website store as well as Amazon.com. It can be ordered from any bookstore and is a very informative and entertaining read. For further information, visit http://www.hobbyspace.com/AAdmin/archive/SpecialTopics/RocketCom/titlePage.html. Patrick can be reached by e-mail at rockets@machinepatents.com and David can be reached by e-mail at dhoerr@chorus.net. As always, you can send email to either or both authors through drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 17 Aug 2005 05:18:35 UTC
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