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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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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Jason Andrews, August 14, 2005 (35.25MB; download) -- Jason Andrews returned to The Space Show for this special morning Space Show program to be repeated at its regularly scheduled time on Sunday, Aug. 14, 2005. Mr. Andrews began the interview explaining how he had helped Andrews Space experience the rapid growth of 100% per year since the Company's inception in 1999. Mr. Andrews explained the their business focus and philosophy of working with NASA, SBIR, and government project money rather than investor money. This is an important discussion that you will not want to miss. In addition, Mr. Andrews updated us since his last visit on show with the new Andrews Space programs which include helping NASA redefine the Space Exploration Vision, ISS cargo logistics, and the Andrews SmallTug activity. Listeners can find out more about these projects at the Andrews website at www.andrews-space.com. In the discussion of these projects, we explored related issues such as rocket technology and low cost space access, alternatives to rockets, ELVs, their solar electronic technology and its application for both the Moon and Mars, and much much more. With questions from listeners, Mr. Andrews looked into the future for where he sees Andrews Space in five and ten years, but also NASA, Congress, and public interest in space. We covered many topics of high interest to Space Show listeners. I believe this to be a "must listen to" program for everyone interested in becoming space-faring. To contact Mr. Andrews, visit the Andrews Space website and click on the contact link or send an e-mail to info@andrews-space.com. As always, you can send a note to Jason Andrews through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 15 Aug 2005 04:57:38 UTC
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David M. Harland, August 9, 2005 (35.90MB; download) -- David M. Harland was the guest for this Space Show program from his home in Glasgow, Scotland. We began the interview discussing his new book, "How NASA Learned To Fly In Space: An exciting account of the Gemini missions." Mr. Harland explained that it was the Gemini missions that provided the training and the know-how to carry out rendezvous in space, docking, space walking, orbital operations and more. In response to a question, he compared the way the Soviet systems operated to the American systems in that the American systems were far more computer driven while the Soviet systems were not so computerized, nor did the Soviets rely on manuals for their information and instructions. Mr. Harland talked about risk taking in the Gemini program and compared it to risk taking in NASA today. We also talked about the ISS, space tourism, and the space elevator. Check out Mr. Harland's homepage for all his books and titles and additional information at http://homepage.ntlworld.com/dave.harland/ and at http://homepage.ntlworld.com/dave.harland/My_Books/. Mr. Harland can be reached by e-mail at the address on his home page or as always by sending your message to me at drspace@thespaceshow.com Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 10 Aug 2005 04:50:40 UTC
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Dr. Peter Diamandis, August 8, 2005 (22.91MB; download) -- Dr. Peter Diamandis returned to The Space Show for this update program regarding the X Prize Organization and the Zero-Gravity Corporation (www.xprize.org and www.nogravity.com). Dr. Diamandis brought us current with the X Prize and informed us about the coming X Prize Cup to be held in Las Cruses, NM October 7-9, 2005. For full details about the X Prize Cup, visit the X Prize website but first listen to this program as Dr. Diamandis provides a detailed explanation and description for all aspects of this three day event. Even Zero-G flights will be available with reservations limited as they will be on Saturday, Oct. 8 and possibly the morning of Sunday, Oct. 9th. Reservations should be made at the Zero-Gravity website. Our discussion with Dr. Diamandis included him telling us about his experience working over the years to fund and make the X Prize successful. We also talked about insurance issues, going to the Moon, the Vision for Space Exploration, seeing businesses to develop a space economy and many related topics. Space Show listeners can contact Dr. Diamandis about his comments on the show, the X Prize Cup, the Zero- Gravity Corp. and more by using peter@nogravity.com or peter@xprize.org. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Tue, 09 Aug 2005 04:01:59 UTC
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Dr. Red Whittaker, August 7, 2005 (35.63MB; download) -- Dr. Red Whittaker was the guest for this special Sunday evening Space Show program. When listening to this program, Space Show listeners are urged to check out these related websites: www.frc.ri.cmu.edu, www.redteamracing.org, and www.workhorsetech.com. Dr. Whittaker began the interview with a discussion of the state of the art for robotics for space exploration, then for other robotic uses including farming, mining, earthwork, cleanup including situations such as Three Mile Island and Chernobyl, and more. We talked about how well suited robots are for lunar exploration, especially going into craters and researching ice at the lunar poles. Several listeners asked Dr. Whittaker about the best academic path for pursuing a career in robotics, including the best path and the most likely profile for women entering college and wanting to specialize in the work discussed by Dr. Whittaker. As Dr. Whittaker is again entering this year's DARPA Grand Challenge (see www.darpa.mil/grandchallenge/), he talked about the contest to have the robots cross the desert completely on their own. Dr. Whittaker not only explained the basics of the challenge, but also the time trials, the contestants, the simulations his team has used to perfect their design and entry, and the lessons learned from last year which they have applied to this year. He talked at length about the passion and fun in doing this work, making it clear that the only way to really lose is not to play, not to engage in the Grand Challenge and this type of work. We also discussed the state of robotics around the world, ITAR considerations, and many other related subjects and applications for advanced robots. Dr. Whittaker explained the importance not only of the technological advances being made in robotics and the speed at which advances are happening, but also the changes going on within our culture over the years which make the use of the robots acceptable to us. As robots are being used for more and more space applications as well as for applications here on Earth, we are coming to understand their importance and the contributions they make for our humanity. We also need to understand the lines that distinguish what is best suited for a robot and what is best suited for manned space exploration and development. Listening to Dr. Red Whittaker discuss this subject and his work certainly advances our knowlege and understanding of this subject. Its a discussion you will not want to miss. Dr. Whittaker can be reached by e-mail through the contact information provided on either of the three websites listed early in this e-mail. In addition, he can be contacted through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 08 Aug 2005 16:03:23 UTC
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Ben Shelef, August 7, 2005 (32.51MB; download) -- Ben Shelef was the guest for this Sunday, April 7, 2005 Space Show program. We began our interview with Mr. Shelef by discussing the Spaceward Organization and its current activities. At the top of the list for Spaceward's programming is the Oct. 30, 2005 space elevator climber contest and also the educational outreach programs using the MSTL opportunities. There are also sponsorship opportunities for this 501C3 nonprofit as well as volunteer opportunities, especially for those in the San Francisco Bay Area. Mr. Shelef describes and explains these programs in some detail during the program. He also describes the options for making donations to the organization in return for specific Spaceward and space elevator merchandise. Find out more about the programs and sponsorship opportunities at www.spaceward.org and also www.elevator2010.org. In addition to introducing us to the Spaceward.org and its projects, Mr. Shelef spent considerable time answering questions and explaining the space elevator concept and project. Listeners asked Mr. Shelef very technical questions about the ribbon, orbital mechanics issues regarding the elevator, and financial questions for both space elevator as well as Spaceward.org. Ben received several questions dealing with chemical rockets and their future in light of the plausibility of the space elevator project. You will not want to miss Mr. Shelef's insights on the issue of chemical rockets, low cost space access, and more. We also discussed the cargo capacity of the elevator, the type of projects it would be able to support, space tourism and the elevator, and the geo orbit versus the LEO orbit for the space elevator. An additional topic discussed was the need to be realistic in our expectations regarding space development and our much wanted space businesses. This summary is only a brief review of this program as we covered many more topics and issues. This is another Space Show must program for not only the space elevator fans and proponents, but for anyone interested in establishing a real space-faring presence of Earth with an economic infrastructure. Listeners can get in touch with Ben Shelef at elevator2010@spaceward.org, atinfo@spaceward.org, and as always, through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 08 Aug 2005 15:53:15 UTC
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Charles Chafer, August 2, 2005 (35.88MB; download) -- Charles Chafer, CEO of Space Services, Inc., was the guest for this Space Show program. Mr. Chafer began the interview by discussing the services offered by Space Services, Inc., mainly space burials. He described the services but in addition, we talked about launching and secondary payloads, SpaceX and the Falcon 1 which Space Services is using for their next launch, the difficulty in buying a ride to space as a secondary payload for a space funerals, and more. Mr. Chafer also discussed the new space emerging space businesses, the challenges and difficulties of going into space and the degree to which the new space businesses understand and appreciate the difficulties presented by being a space company. We talked about his early efforts with former astronaut Deke Slayton and the launch of the first private-sector rocket to space Conestoga I. This launch required Mr. Chafer to get the approval of eleven different government agencies, it paved the way for the creation of the Commercial Space Launch Act of 1984, and lots more. Mr. Chafer was asked about Space Services expanding into new markets and eventually going public. This led to a discussion about business planning and practices for space companies. In response to my repeated questions, Mr. Chafer said that his company would consider launching the remains of pets for pet owners would like a space memorial for their animal friends. Listeners were urged to contact Mr. Chafer and let him know that such pet services would b appreciated and that there would be a market for them. For more information, visit the Space Services website at www.spaceservicesinc.com. Listeners can contact Mr. Chafer using the website form at http://www.spaceservicesinc.com/contact.asp or by contacting me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 03 Aug 2005 05:22:00 UTC
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Declan O'Donnell, July 31, 2005 (36.79MB; download) -- Declan O'Donnell returned to The Space Show to discuss the latest on issues relating to space governance. This discussion opened up additional topics including the impact on space governance and the financial markets for the success of Space Ship One and Burt Rutan, the developing suborbital tourism industry and enabling legislation for this industry. Mr. O'Donnell also explained the impact of treaty law on US law as treaty law takes precedence per our constitution. As a result of questions by listeners, we had a most interesting discussion about global terrorism and its impact on space, banking and currency possibilities for space, the UN and its role in space development, and more. Mr. O'Donnell will be talking about many of these topics Sunday morning, August 14th at a meeting of the International Space Development Authority at the Mars Society Conference in Boulder, Colorado. Mr. O'Donnell also talked about informed consent agreements and the fact that while Congress and President Bush have authorized them in HR 5382 which was passed in late 2004, the Outer Space Treaty may render them easily voided. You will not want to miss this program as it covers areas and subjects in ways not address on The Space Show. In addition, the new issue of Space Governance is due out the week of August 1 and to get a copy, just call Declan's toll free number and leave your name and address. Mr. O'Donnell welcomes your comments and inquiries. The best way to reach him is by telephone at 1 800-632-2828. His website is http://www.space-law.org/. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 01 Aug 2005 05:14:03 UTC
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Art Hingerty, July 31, 2005 (37.07MB; download) -- Art Hingerty was the guest for this Space Show program. We began the discussion talking about the current Space Shuttle foam problems as Mr. Hingerty worked on the Shuttle in Florida during the Shuttle's early history. This discussion took us into exploring plausible alternatives to rockets for getting off Earth. Mr. Hingerty began discussing mag lift from a very realistic point of view. In response to listener questions and comments, we talked about the potential for mag lift on the Moon as well as on Earth, possible locations for its use on Earth such as mountains and very high mountains, ITAR, and much more. We even discussed using the mag lift and rail system for thrill rides when not being used for space launches as this would help pay for the system. Mr. Hingerty brought us current with the state of research, funding, and application for mag lift. Mr. Hingerty provided us with a realistic and very clear assessment of mag lift and how it might be used for our future, stressing its potential value. Other questions addressed to Mr. Hingerty included the use of national space programs for national political purposes. Mr. Hingerty provided a good understanding of how this is done, not just for the US space program, but also for other countries including China, the EU, and Russia. Listeners are welcome to contact Mr. Hingerty by e-mail to further the mag lift discussion. He will also send interested listeners papers on the subject and other relevant, important information. Art Hingerty can be contacted at amhingerty@maglifter.org or through me at drspace@thespaceshow.com. Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sun, 31 Jul 2005 23:00:09 UTC
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