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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Richard C. Hoagland, Wednesday PM, 1-17-07 (53.03MB; download) -- Richard C. Hoagland was the special guest for this two hour Space Show program. We began our discussion with a look at the VSE, its hardware for returning to the Moon, the time table for doing so, and the COTS program. Richard discussed some of the challenges presented by the VSE and suggested that some of what NASA was doing did not make much sense. He talked about an alternative hardware and launch methodology called "Direct" which he summarized for us as well as letting us know who developed the concept and that it could likely save NASA upwards of $35 billion and ten years, yet despite having people behind it with quality credentials for designing such a program, there is no interest in it or other alternative suggestions by NASA. Richard suggested that maybe the public VSE program is designed to be less than successful for not so obvious or transparent reasons. Richard made the case for their being artifacts on the Moon as discovered by Apollo and that is the real reason for going. The time is right now because other countries have caught up with the US with technology to get to the Moon, i.e. China and India and that the US, as evidenced by public statements and documents over the recent years, is committed to controlling all aspects of space and this includes the Moon. Thus, the real effort is to get back to the Moon out of the public view to control what is on the Moon. He suggests the public program we all know as the VSE is a diversion. During the program and with listener questions and comments, Richard said that he had photographic evidence which he is releasing at two of his upcoming talks in Los Angeles, Feb. 9-13. You can find out more about his talks at the LA Conscious Life Expo by visiting his website, www.enterprisemission.com. He said Space Show listeners would likely be upset and angry at what he was saying but he challenged listeners to come see his evidence in LA and to be a peer reviewer of what he will be showing. He said listeners could get the same photos directly from the NASA sites that make Apollo pictures available to the public to see for themselves after they see what he shows in Los Angeles. Toward the very end of the show, I asked Richard about our collection of Moon Rockets and he updated us with some very interesting facts about how we are tracking down missing moon rocks once given to countries with dictator leadership. This was an easy story to find using Google during the remaining minutes of the show and if you are not familiar with it, pay attention to the search terms Richard provides in this part of the discussion and check it out yourself. We discussed many other topics on this show including the coming LRO mission, various Apollo missions, Apollo astronaut transcripts and much more. If any of you do go to hear Richard C. Hoagland when he speaks in Los Angeles Feb. 9-13, please let me know and let me know what your peer review of his evidence concludes. I would be very interested in your conclusions and thoughts so let The Space Show know. Also, make sure you go up to Richard and introduce yourself and tell him you heard him on this Space Show program. Please provide him your feedback as well. You can send your questions or comments to Richard through me and I will promptly forward them to him. Please use drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 18 Jan 2007 16:29:55 UTC
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Dr. Sam Dinkin, Wednesday AM, 1-17-07 (47.12MB; download) -- Dr. Sam Dinkin was the guest this morning for this special Space Show program to discuss the new venture, Free Space Shot (www.freespaceshot.com). You could hear the excitement about this venture in Sam's voice, in the speed at which he was on top of every question, in the assurance that Free Space Shot was delivering the possibility to any and all who want to go to space and are willing to engage skill for the opportunity. Sam began the show by describing Free Space Shot, how it works, what the prizes are, how they are paid, when the flights will be available, etc. Listeners had lots of questions for him about the logistics, security for their children playing, website, parental, and teacher controls and much more. We talked about the availability of lesson plans for both teachers and parents to use for promoting Free Space Shot in schools and throughout the educational system. Sam also responded to listener questions about possible Rocketplane flight delays regarding the COTS part of Kistler Rocket Plane, we talked about making a trip around the Moon in a Soyuz, and even a person wanting to win the college financial support to give to his grandchildren. If you are interested in going to space, check out this program, www.freespaceshot.com. Learn how to predict the weather, be the best at it, and you might be the one to make a trip around the Moon or visit space on one of the new spaceplanes being built by the new generation space entrepreneurs. You can contact Dr. Dinkin at 1 888 434-6546 or by email using dinkin@freespaceshot.com. Send him your questions and comments and by all means, let him know how you like playing Free Space Shot. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 18 Jan 2007 01:35:25 UTC
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Drs. Al Harrison & Jim Pass, Tuesday, 1-16-07 (39.22MB; download) -- Dr. Al Harrison and Dr. Jim Pass were the special guests for this Space Show program. We began our discussion by having Dr. Pass provide us with a working definition for the subject and field of astrosociology. We continued with this definition when we came back from the first break as Dr. Harrison shared some of his experiences with the discipline through his academic career. Listeners asked questions about sociological issues as well as human factors psychology issues regarding long term space flight, space settlements, and related issues. We then discussed how this discipline is being received within segments of the space community including NASA, the large aerospace industry/contractors, and the developing and emerging entrepreneurial segment. We talked about how essential these issues are if we are to become space-faring, if we are to go to Mars and live in space and spend time in space but yet these issues are not yet being studied to the degree that is necessary. Dr. Harrison gave us some good information and insights regarding NASA and the subject and Dr. Pass filled us in regarding the other areas. Interestingly, Dr. Pass spoke about how difficult it is for the space sector to be considered as part of overall sociology in the larger context of the field although he did say its changing and he was able to report progress in this area since the last time he was on The Space Show. Other subjects came up for discussion including SETI and astrosociology, the work that Dr. Harrison has done regarding the UFO phenomenon and his History Channel documentaries on the subject. In response to one question from a listener, Dr. Harrison explained that his UFO work had not interfered with his academic work and in fact, just the opposite. To learn more about astrosociology, visit www.astrosociology.com. Make sure you check out the Virtual Library on the website as Dr. Pass has his and other papers posted here. This is a a first class website that is the launching point for delving into astrosociology. Toward the end of the program we talked about astrosociology becoming part of STEM education and the importance of this. Both Dr. Harrison and Dr. Pass are available by email for your comments and questions. Please contact Al Harrison at aaharrison@ucdavis.edu. Please contact Jim Pass at jpass@astrosociology.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 17 Jan 2007 15:36:22 UTC
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David Beaver, Sunday, 1-14-07 (61.30MB; download) -- David Beaver was our special guest for this Space Show program. This interview is different than most interviews because David Beaver guided us through the use of new media, virtual worlds, and communications to change how we perceive, deal with, and integrate space in our consciousness and way of life. David stressed the "overview effect" as coined by Frank White in his famous book of the same title. As we addressed cognitive perception, many listeners participated with questions, comments, some resistance, lots of support and some paradigm challenges. Mr. Beaver also let us know about the special one day conference regarding the overview effect which will be one day prior to the Space Frontier Foundation annual conference in Washington, DC from July 18-21 (https://www.space-frontier.org/Events/NewSpace2007/). You can also check out this work and conference at www.worldspacecenter.org. Our program with David Beaver discusses how to effectively use new media to help tell the best story possible about the need for becoming space-faring. At one point during the show, there was an exchange with David and a listener via chat regarding which is better, put the money and resources into building rockets and take people to space or put the money and resources into media to tell the story that then supports building rockets and going to space. You will not want to miss this exchange and how our guest responded to this line of questioning. Many other issues and topics around the overview effect were discussed. In addition, I added in my experiences from the Chabot Space and Science Center program with the Association of Space Explorers (ASE) benefit program from Saturday evening (the subject of the recent Space Show with Dr. Tom Jones and Rusty Schweickart) and told how the use of new media was incorporated into the ASE program to motivate and inspire people to become involved in the ASE cause for planetary defense against NEOs. Watching it unfold the night before this show was a compelling experience and I told the story to David and the listeners. David immediately grasped what had happened and effectively enhanced the story and the experience of my evening so that all listeners and David Beaver himself were in a sense experiencing the overview effect on The Space Show! Do not miss this program. Its a paradigm challenger and an entry into understanding some of what is taking place in front of us and all around us that can be harnessed to facilitate our becoming space-faring. You can email David Beaver with your comments and questions at mindsmagic@nc.rr.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 15 Jan 2007 04:57:30 UTC
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Rocketman (Dan Schlund), Friday, 1-12-07 (54.15MB; download) -- Rocketman (Dan Schlund) was the guest for this special Space Show program. Rocketman (Dan) puts on a rocket belt/pack, and blasts off flying with a rocket to entertain crowds, students, everyone. In talking to Dan for this two hour show, we learned a lot about rockets, flying with one, about being a stuntman, and even about professional fireworks displays. Dan talked about fear with the rocket belt and how fear is useful, even necessary. We extrapolated much of what he said about fear and rockets to astronauts riding the rocket and also to the developing space tourism industry. Don't miss what he said about these comparisons. Dan fielded many listener questions about a large variety of issues and questions. He also received suggestions for where to fly such as Niagara Falls, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Royal Gorge and more. We talked about rocket fuels and listeners asked him about other types of possible specialized fuels. We discussed rocket engines and learned that Powerhouse Productions which has Rocketman makes their own rocket engines. Dan answered questions about speed, altitude, g-forces, and much more. Not only is this a wonderful and entertaining two hour program, it was extremely informative about subjects we do not often get to talk about. Rocketman is available for private parties but a bit pricey. He will likely fly again at X Prize Cup in the fall of 2007 and if you have not seen him blast off, I urge you to be there. He is also great with photo ops and autographs. Check out the websites. The first is for the company behind Rocketman, Powerhouse Productions. Visit www.rocketman.org. If you want to email him about Rocketman issues, send your note to dan@rocketman.org. Dan's personal website which has the video and pictures from his recent Rose Bowl Parade flight, visit www.stuntdan.com. You can email Dan about most anything including follow up comments or questions. Please use dan@stuntdan.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 12 Jan 2007 22:08:37 UTC
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Jonathan Goff, Wednesday, 1-10-07 (53.18MB; download) -- Jonathan Goff was the special guest for this Space Show program. We began the discussion by Jon asking about the possibility of using launch and hardware possibilities for returning to the Moon rather than what NASA is telling us it will use for the VSE. Jon went through several options with the pros and cons. We talked about heavy lift versus using existing EELVs, using earth orbit rendezvous rather than exclusively using lunar orbit rendezvous, and the need for on orbit propellant depots. At this point, our discussion focused on orbital propellant depots and Jon discussed these in some detail. Many listeners asked him questions about this from the cost of using Atlas and Delta EELVs, foreign launcher issues, the potential offered by the Falcon 9 depending on its real numbers when it flies, other factors. We looked at R&D costs, maintenance and repair issues and costs, a private, commercially operated orbital propellant depot vs. a government built and operated propellant depot. This is an important discussion you will want to hear. We also discussed doing the lunar program sooner or as referred to by our guest, "Lunar Much Sooner." Jon also spent much time updating us as to the progress being made by Masten Space Systems, potential timelines for Masten, and their project development progress. We talked about spaceports and Masten's probable use of additional spaceports as they develop around the country. Toward the end of the program, I asked John to identify for us some of the engineering and technology issues needed to transform us to a space-faring economy and society, the timeline for doing this, and how long it would take for us to be well along in the process and to realize we are well along in the process. Jon responded with a top ten list of what it would take for us to be transformed to a space-faring society from the engineering and technology perspective. You will want to hear his list, don't miss it! Jon has an important blog, SelenianBoondocks.com. Not only does he update Masten progress and news on the blog, but he comments on many of the issues we talked about during the show and others that will be forthcoming. Readers of the blog have the opportunity to respond to Jon and participate in the dialog so I urge listeners to make his blog, SelenianBoondocks.com, regular reading. If you have comments or questions for Jon Goff, please email him at jongoff@gmail.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Thu, 11 Jan 2007 16:19:24 UTC
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Matt Bille and Kris Winkler, Tuesday, 1-9-07 (40.18MB; download) -- Matt Bille and Kris Winkler were the special guests for this Space Show program. Matt and Kris discussed with us their recent work which focuses on how a network of microspacecraft could play an important role in the NASA VSE. We began the discussion with Matt providing us with a working definition of microspacecraft for our program and from there we talked about all aspects of such spacecraft, their possible functions and contributions to space development and the VSE. Kris and Matt told us about "PRISMs" which a a term they came up with regarding the use and deployment of many microspacecraft. You will want to hear about this. Much time was spent discussing the feedback they have received regarding their ideas from NASA, the aerospace industry, the press, and interested people in space development. It has been positive and may very well be incorporated in VSE planning and implementation. Surely it seems that what Matt and Kris are talking about can facilitate the implementation of the VSE and make it more cost effective through cost savings and added efficiencies. Our guests cited several current examples of microspacecraft in commercial use, including ORBCOMM which has deployed 30 small satellites weighing less than 100 lbs (also quite small in physical size) each in LEO orbits for real time specific communication purposes. Later in the program we discussed the VSE from the perspective of it being the most appropriate path for NASA, what changes would our guests recommend in the VSE were they to be providing direct feedback to the NASA Administrator, and what would they do to speed up the time table for returning to the Moon. There were several listener questions about NASA in general, its chances for having a successful VSE, and questioning NASA as "business as usual" and what this means for contractors, the entrepreneurs, policy makers, etc. We also talked about the VSE surviving four presidential elections and about 8 or 9 congressional elections. You will want to hear what our guests said about these challenges. If you want to send your comments or additional questions to Matt and Kris, visit Matt at his website, www.mattwriter.com and use the contact address provided, mattwriter@earthlink.net. Kris Winkler can be contacted at kwinkler@comcast.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 10 Jan 2007 16:00:36 UTC
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Michael Henderson, Sunday, 1-7-07 (52.62MB; download) -- Michael Henderson was the special guest for this two hour program to discuss MOON World Resorts and the amazing resort hotel to be built here on Earth, MOON! We started the interview with Michael learning about his interest in aviation and space and how he got involved in doing creating and designing MOON. We then talked about all aspects of the project from a possible location in Las Vegas to being built on Indian tribal lands for obvious reasons, to possibly being located outside the US in a place such as Dubai. Michael offered us a good analysis and lesson on the cost of doing business when one has to comply with excessive regulations and laws. You will not want to miss this part of the discussion. Michael answered many questions from the listeners including one that suggested investor money going to MOON would come from a pool that would have supported space development and access including space tourism. Michael and I both explained that money flowing to MOON would actually facilitate space development but our listener would have none of it. Listen to the discussion and let us know what you think. We talked about the Walk on the MOON Facility that would be part of MOON and for sure you want to pay attention to this part of the program. Its near the end of the interview. We went into some detail about Michael's international team, the architects, and even doing phased development of the project to ease in raising the $5 billion for the project. You might be surprised by his comments on this subject. Michael also gave his predictions for the year ahead for MOON. You can find out more about MOON and contact Michael Henderson by visiting the website, www.moonworldresorts.com. You can email your comments or questions for Michael Henderson at info@moonworldresorts.com.Michael Henderson was the special guest for this two hour program to discuss MOON World Resorts and the amazing resort hotel to be built here on Earth, MOON! We started the interview with Michael learning about his interest in aviation and space and how he got involved in doing creating and designing MOON. We then talked about all aspects of the project from a possible location in Las Vegas to being built on Indian tribal lands for obvious reasons, to possibly being located outside the US in a place such as Dubai. Michael offered us a good analysis and lesson on the cost of doing business when one has to comply with excessive regulations and laws. You will not want to miss this part of the discussion. Michael answered many questions from the listeners including one that suggested investor money going to MOON would come from a pool that would have supported space development and access including space tourism. Michael and I both explained that money flowing to MOON would actually facilitate space development but our listener would have none of it. Listen to the discussion and let us know what you think. We talked about the Walk on the MOON Facility that would be part of MOON and for sure you want to pay attention to this part of the program. Its near the end of the interview. We went into some detail about Michael's international team, the architects, and even doing phased development of the project to ease in raising the $5 billion for the project. You might be surprised by his comments on this subject. Michael also gave his predictions for the year ahead for MOON. You can find out more about MOON and contact Michael Henderson by visiting the website, www.moonworldresorts.com. You can email your comments or questions for Michael Henderson at info@moonworldresorts.com. You can see a very impressive Moon World Resorts Video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=g75DpUH_4Ww . In addition, when at the Moon World Resorts website, select “tour” on the navigation bar. At the specific tour page, click on the “Video Tour.” This is important to your understanding of this project. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 08 Jan 2007 05:28:40 UTC
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Dr. Phil Barnett, Friday, 1-5-07 (55.47MB; download) -- Dr. Phil Barnett was the guest for this Space Show program. Calling upon the more than forty years of experience in the aerospace industry for Dr. Barnett, we explored with him Space Shuttle issues, management and business issues needed for all types of space programs, public and private, we discussed risk analysis, politics on the national scene as well as within large organizations and small companies, leadership, power and strategies and much more. Dr. Barnett provided us with perspectives coming from both the engineering and the business community as well as academics. We talked about deep space missions, being able to go the Moon, Mars, or even Venus and the complexity of doing so. Dr. Barnett touched on some of the important human factors that need attention and resolution if we are going to be successful with orbital and destination oriented space travel. Dr. Barnett shared his views with us on replacing the shuttle, the ISS and lots more. Not only did we talk history during this interview, but we applied history to today so that our space efforts of today can be more valuable to us all. Given our comprehensive focus on the management required to bring a space company to success, this program was unique but it certainly won't be the last. Listeners are urged to listen carefully to Dr. Barnett as he speaks with vast experience in the space field from positions of crisis management, leadership, innovation, cutting edge engineering technology and cutting edge management. If you have questions or comments for Dr. Phil Barnett, please send them to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com and I will promptly forward them to Phil. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 06 Jan 2007 07:05:31 UTC
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Schweickart & Jones, Thursday, 1-4-07 (45.08MB; download) -- Rusty Schweickart and Dr. Tom Jones were the guests for this Space Show program to discuss the Chabot Space & Science Center program with the Association of Space Explorers (ASE) to support eliminating the global NEO threat. ASE is working with the United Nations to address this threat and both Rusty and Tom are part of the effort and the Chabot benefit program. During this discussion, both Rusty and Tom went into detail about the NEO threat as well as the characteristics of different kinds of NEOs. They received many questions from listeners regarding the threat, the expenditure, the effort through the United Nations, as well as questions about the role of the American taxpayer in the effort and others around the world. You will want to hear this discussion and if possible, attend the Chabot Space and Science benefit program which is January 13, 2007 in Oakland, California. Many famous guests and astronauts will be at this benefit and the first West Coast showing of Cosmic Collisions, the new immersive full dome planetarium production from the American Museum of Natural History will be shown. To get more information about NEOs and the problem, visit neo.jpl.nasa.gov. Also, www.b612foundation.org and Dr. Steve Ward's website for simulations at http://www.es.ucsc.edu/~ward/. You can make online reservations for the January 13, 2007 Chabot event at www.collectspace.com/events/neo. For additional information, questions, or comments, send your email to drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 05 Jan 2007 07:26:13 UTC
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