Podcasts about International Space Station

In part 2 of my four-part series on 2001, I am going through the TMA-1 (Tycho Magnetic Anomaly One) sequence in which Dr. Haywood Floyd of "The Council" visits the International Space Station, diverts some Russian scientist attentions, presents a specious, US Governmental coverup of the Clavius discovery to a group of cowed committee members, and then embarks to Clavius base on the Moon to visit the Monolith. This sequence famously uses Johann Strauss' 'The Blue Danube' as well as additional modern pieces by Ligeti. Here's the hilarious video making fun of the exposition scenes in the latest Mission Impossible movie. Tom, we kid because we love! Check out my totally free newsletter. It's full of recommendations and podcast-adjacent ephemera. Also it's a place to hear from you!

(June 17,2025)NASA Astronaut and Space Force Guardian Col. Nick Hague joins Bill in studio to talk about his 6 month mission at the International Space Station. ABC News tech reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.' Today, Mike talks about  the Trump phone plan.

Amy King hosts your Tuesday Wake Up Call. ABC News correspondent Jordana Miller opens the show live from Jerusalem to discuss Netanyahu telling ABC he's not ruling out taking out Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Amy speaks with author Richard Simon about his latest book ‘Unplug: How to Break Up with Your Phone and Reclaim Your Life.' Bloomberg's Courtney Donohoe updates us on the latest in business and Wall Street NASA Astronaut and Space Force Guardian Col. Nick Hague joins Amy in studio to talk about his 6 month mission at the International Space Station.

NASA Astronaut and Space Force Guardian Col. Nick Hague joins Amy in studio to talk about his 6 month mission at the International Space Station.

NASA Astronaut and Space Force Guardian Col. Nick Hague joins Bill in studio to talk about his 6 month mission at the International Space Station.

These tiny but tough life forms may help astronauts survive in the harsh environment of space.

Highlights:- Artemis II Preparations: In this episode, we explore the recent collaboration between NASA and the Department of Defence as they conduct emergency simulations for the Artemis II mission. With plans to send four astronauts around the Moon next year, these crucial rehearsals focus on ensuring crew safety during potential launch emergencies, including realistic scenarios using test mannequins.- ISS Update: We provide an update on the AX-4 mission delay, with good news from the Russian space agency Roscosmos, confirming that a leak on the International Space Station has been repaired. However, the impact on the prospective launch date remains uncertain.- Jellyfish Galaxy Discovery: Astronomers have discovered a fascinating galaxy, NGC 4858, which resembles a jellyfish with bunny ears. Situated over 300 million light years away, this galaxy is undergoing extreme pressure within the Coma cluster, leading to its unique shape and the phenomenon of fallback.- Spotting Mars: Get ready for some celestial excitement as we guide you on how to spot Mars this month. From its close encounters with Regulus to a beautiful crescent Moon passing by, we provide tips on when and where to look in the western sky.- International Space Development Conference: We discuss the upcoming ISDC 2025 in Orlando, Florida, where space enthusiasts will gather to discuss global collaboration in space exploration, sustainability, and planetary defence strategies, featuring notable speakers from the field.- Dark Matter Insights: Lastly, we delve into the upcoming Nancy Chris Roman Space Telescope, set to launch in 2026. This telescope aims to enhance our understanding of dark matter through gravitational lensing, potentially providing crucial insights into this enigmatic substance and its role in the universe.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - Artemis 2 preparations10:00 - ISS update15:30 - Jellyfish galaxy discovery20:00 - Spotting Mars25:00 - International Space Development Conference30:00 - Dark matter insights✍️ Episode ReferencesNASA Artemis Updates[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)AX-4 Mission Information[Roscosmos](https://www.roscosmos.ru/)NGC 4858 Research[Astronomy Journal](https://www.astronomy.com/)Mars Observation Tips[Sky & Telescope](https://skyandtelescope.org/)ISDC 2025 Information[ISDC](https://isdc2025.org/)Nancy Chris Roman Space Telescope[NASA Roman](https://roman.gsfc.nasa.gov/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

Space is rapidly becoming a critical domain for so much of 21st-century living. Banking, transport across the sea and land, agriculture, and dozens of other things we take for granted all depend on satellites, and tracking them to avoid collisions. Nick Hague is a NASA astronaut and the first U.S. Space Force Guardian to launch to the International Space Station in that role, and we invited him to talk to us about the Space Force, living on the ISS, his frightening abort on a Soyuz rocket in 2018, how the Space Force tracks orbital objects, and much more. He's a very accomplished guy who makes it all sound routine—and we suspect, for him, it is. Join us for this very special interview. Headlines European Space Agency Programs Threatened by NASA Budget Cuts: The European Space Agency (ESA) reveals three key missions are significantly threatened by proposed NASA budget reductions, requiring "dramatic recovery actions." Rosalind Franklin Mars Rover in Jeopardy: The ESA's Rosalind Franklin Mars rover faces its second major setback as its U.S. launch partner is no longer included in the current budget, leaving the rover without a ride. U.S. as an "Unreliable Partner": Rod and Tariq discuss concerns about the U.S. being perceived as an unreliable partner due to repeated withdrawals from international space partnerships. National Solar Observatory Funding Cuts: The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, the most powerful solar observatory, faces drastic funding cuts that could prevent effective science operations. First Look at the Sun's Poles by Solar Orbiter: Scientists using the ESA's Solar Orbiter have obtained the first direct images of the sun's poles to study its cycle, weather, and magnetic field. Geomagnetic Storm & Auroras: Tariq notes a coronal mass ejection is expected to buffet Earth on Saturday, potentially causing visible auroras during the podcast recording. Who Will Lead NASA? Potential Administrator Candidates: Politico Space's newsletter highlights potential candidates for the next NASA administrator, sparking discussion on the agency's future leadership. Main Topic Colonel Nick Hague: Colonel Nick Hague, Space Force Guardian and NASA astronaut, joins the show to discuss his background, path to NASA, and recent ISS experiences. Nick Hague's Path to Space & Service: Colonel Hague shares his journey from stargazing in Kansas to his interwoven military and space exploration career, starting with the Air Force, joining NASA in 2013, and transferring to the Space Force in 2021. Test Pilot Training School & Astronaut Capabilities: Colonel Hague explains how test pilot school develops critical skills highly applicable to astronaut duties and space operations despite not being a direct requirement. Readaptation After Space Flight: Colonel Hague describes adapting to Earth's gravity after six months in space, noting challenges in regaining balance and strengthening muscles, requiring months of physical therapy. Subconscious Mind & Gravity: He shares that after prolonged zero gravity, the subconscious mind still expects that objects will float, making everyday actions on Earth feel strange. First Space Force Guardian to Launch Full Mission: Colonel Hague discusses the personal honor of being the first Space These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space/episodes/165 Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guest: Nick Hague

Highlights:- Axiom Mission Delay: In this episode, we discuss the indefinite postponement of the Axiom Space AX-4 mission to the International Space Station, caused by a newly detected air leak in the Russian Zvezda module. NASA and Roscosmos are working diligently to investigate the situation, ensuring the safety of future missions.- SpaceX Starship Flight 8 Investigation: The FAA has concluded its investigation into the SpaceX Starship Flight 8 mishap, attributing the incident to a hardware failure. We review the corrective measures implemented by SpaceX ahead of their Flight 9 mission and what this means for the future of space exploration.- Discovery of a Massive Cosmic Cloud: Astronomers have uncovered a colossal cloud of energetic particles enveloping a galaxy cluster, stretching over 20 million light years. This astonishing find challenges existing theories about particle energisation over vast distances, prompting a re-evaluation of our understanding of the universe.- Ancient Lunar Glass Beads: Explore the fascinating discovery of tiny orange glass beads on the Moon, remnants of ancient volcanic eruptions. New research is uncovering their secrets, providing insights into the Moon's volcanic history and its geological evolution over billions of years.- The Teenage Vampire Star: Meet Gaia22ayj, a white dwarf star engaging in a unique "vampiric" behaviour by feeding on plasma from a companion star. This discovery offers significant clues to the life cycle of white dwarfs and the dynamics of binary star systems.- Terraforming Mars: Scientists unveil an ambitious three-phase plan to terraform Mars, aiming to transform the Red Planet into a habitable environment. From warming the planet to introducing engineered organisms, this long-term vision could reshape our understanding of planetary ecosystems and benefit Earth in the process.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - Axiom mission delay10:00 - SpaceX Starship Flight 8 investigation15:30 - Discovery of a massive cosmic cloud20:00 - Ancient lunar glass beads25:00 - The teenage vampire star30:00 - Terraforming Mars✍️ Episode ReferencesAxiom Space Mission Updates[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)SpaceX Starship Investigation[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Cosmic Cloud Discovery[Astronomy Journal](https://www.astronomy.com/)Lunar Glass Beads Research[Lunar Science Institute](https://www.lunarscience.org/)Gaia22ayj Discovery[Astrophysical Journal](https://iopscience.iop.org/journal/0004-637X)Terraforming Mars Research[Mars Society](https://www.marssociety.org/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

My fellow pro-growth/progress/abundance Up Wingers,America is embarking upon a New Space Age, with companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin ready to partner with NASA to take Americans to a new frontier — possibly as far as Mars. Lately, however, the world is witnessing uncertainty surrounding NASA leadership and even an odd feud between SpaceX boss Elon Musk and the White House. At a critical time for US space competition, let's hope key players can stick the landing.Today on Faster, Please! — The Podcast, I chat with James Meigs about the SLS rocket, NASA reforms, and the evolving private sector landscape.Meigs is a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. He is a contributing editor of City Journal and writer of the Tech Commentary column at Commentary magazine. He is also the former editor of Popular Mechanics.Meigs is the author of a recent report from the Manhattan Institute, U.S. Space Policy: The Next Frontier.In This Episode* So long, Jared Isaacman (1:29)* Public sector priorities (5:36)* Supporting the space ecosystem (11:52)* A new role for NASA (17:27)* American space leadership (21:17)Below is a lightly edited transcript of our conversation. So long, Jared Isaacman (1:29)The withdrawal of Jared Isaacman . . . has really been met with total dismay in the space community. Everyone felt like he was the right kind of change agent for the agency that desperately needs reform, but not destruction.Pethokoukis: We're going to talk a lot about your great space policy report, which you wrote before the withdrawal of President Trump's NASA nominee, Jared Isaacman.What do you think of that? Does that change your conclusions? Good move, bad move? Just sort of your general thoughts apart from the surprising nature of it.Meigs: I worked sort of on and off for about a year on this report for the Manhattan Institute about recommendations for space policy, and it just came out a couple of months ago and already it's a different world. So much has happened. The withdrawal of Jared Isaacman — or the yanking of his nomination — has really been met with total dismay in the space community. Everyone felt like he was the right kind of change agent for the agency that desperately needs reform, but not destruction.Now, it remains to be seen what happens in terms of his replacement, but it certainly pulled the rug out from under the idea that NASA could be reformed and yet stay on track for some ambitious goals. I'm trying to be cautiously optimistic that some of these things will happen, but my sense is that the White House is not particularly interested in space.Interestingly, Musk wasn't really that involved in his role of DOGE and stuff. He didn't spend that much time on NASA. He wasn't micromanaging NASA policy, and I don't think Isaacman would've been just a mouthpiece for Musk either. He showed a sense of independence. So it remains to be seen, but my recommendations . . . and I share this with a lot of people advocating reform, is that NASA more or less needs to get out of the rocket-building business, and the Space Launch System, this big overpriced rocket they've been working on for years — we may need to fly it two more times to get us back to the moon, but after that, that thing should be retired. If there's a way to retire it sooner, that would be great. At more than $4 billion a launch, it's simply not affordable, and NASA will not be an agency that can routinely send people into space if we're relying on that white elephant.To me what was exciting about Isaacman was his genuine enthusiasm about space. It seemed like he understood that NASA needed reform and changes to the budget, but that the result would be an agency that still does big things. Is there a fear that his replacement won't be interested in NASA creative destruction, just destruction?We don't know for sure, but the budget that's been proposed is pretty draconian, cutting NASA's funding by about a quarter and recommending particularly heavy cuts in the science missions, which would require cutting short some existing missions that are underway and not moving ahead with other planned missions.There is room for saving in some of these things. I advocate a more nimble approach to NASA's big science missions. Instead of sending one $4 billion rover to Mars every 20 years, once launch costs come down, how about we send ten little ones and if a couple of them don't make it, we could still be getting much more science done for the same price or less. So that's the kind of thing Isaacman was talking about, and that's the kind of thing that will be made possible as launch costs continue to fall, as you've written about, Jim. So it requires a new way of thinking at NASA. It requires a more entrepreneurial spirit and it remains to be seen whether another administrator can bring that along the way. We were hoping that Isaacman would.Public sector priorities (5:36)Congress has never deviated from focusing more on keeping these projects alive than on whether these projects achieve their goals.It seems to me that there are only two reasons, at this point, to be in favor of the SLS rocket. One: There's a political pork jobs aspect. And the other is that it's important to beat China to the moon, which the Artemis program is meant to do. Does that seem accurate?Pretty much, yeah. You can be for beating China the moon and still be against the SLS rocket, you kind of just grit your teeth and say, okay, we've got to fly it two more times because it would be hard to cobble together, in the timeframe available, a different approach — but not impossible. There are other heavy lift rockets. Once you can refuel in orbit and do other things, there's a lot of ways to get a heavy payload into orbit. When I started my report, it looked like SLS was the only game in town, but that's really not the case. There are other options.The Starship has to quit blowing up.I would've loved to have seen the last couple of Starship missions be a little more successful. That's unfortunate. The pork part of SLS just can't be underestimated. From the get go, going way back to when the Space Shuttle was retired in 2011, and even before to when after the Columbia Space Shuttle disaster — that's the second disaster — there was a really big effort to figure out how to replace the space shuttle, what would come next. There was a strong movement in Congress at that time to say, “Well, whatever you build, whatever you do, all the factories that are involved in working on the Space Shuttle, all of the huge workforces in NASA that work on the space shuttle, all of this manpower has to be retained.” And Congress talked a lot about keeping the experience, the expertise, the talent going.I can see some legitimacy to that argument, but if you looked at the world that way, then you would always focus on keeping the jobs of the past viable instead of the jobs of the future: What are we going to do with the blacksmiths who shoe horses? If we lose all this technological capability of shoeing horses . . . we'd better not bring in all these cars! That's an exaggeration, but as a result, first they aim to replace the Space Shuttle with a rocket called Constellation that would recycle some of the Shuttle components. And then eventually they realized that that was just too bloated, too expensive. That got canceled during the Obama administration replaced with the Space Launch System, which is supposed to be cheaper, more efficient, able to be built in a reasonable amount of time.It wound up being just as bloated and also technologically backward. They're still keeping technology from the Shuttle era. The solid fuel engines, which, as we recall from the first Shuttle disaster, were problematic, and the Shuttle main engine design as well. So when SLS flies with humans on board for the first time, supposedly next year, it'll be using technology that was designed before any of the astronauts were even born.In this day and age, that's kind of mind-blowing, and it will retain these enormous workforces in these plants that happen to be located in states with powerful lawmakers. So there's an incredible incentive to just keep it all going, not to let things change, not to let anything be retired, and to keep that money flowing to contractors, to workers and to individual states. Congress has never deviated from focusing more on keeping these projects alive than on whether these projects achieve their goals.I've seen a video of congressional hearings from 15 years ago, and the hostility toward the idea of there being a private-sector alternative to NASA, now it seems almost inexplicable seeing that even some of these people were Republicans from Texas.Seeing where we are now, it's just amazing because now that we have the private sector, we're seeing innovation, we're seeing the drop in launch costs, the reusability — just a completely different world than what existed 15, 16, 17 years ago.I don't think people really realize how revolutionary NASA's commercial programs were. They really sort of snuck them in quietly at first, starting as far back as 2005, a small program to help companies develop their own space transportation systems that could deliver cargo to the International Space Station.SpaceX was initially not necessarily considered a leader in that. It was a little startup company nobody took very seriously, but they wound up doing the best job. Then later they also led the race to be the first to deliver astronauts to the International Space Station, saved NASA billions of dollars, and helped launch this private-industry revolution in space that we're seeing today that's really exciting.It's easy to say, “Oh, NASA's just this old sclerotic bureaucracy,” and there's some truth to that, but NASA has always had a lot of innovative people, and a lot of the pressure of the push to move to this commercial approach where NASA essentially charters a rocket the way you would charter a fishing boat rather than trying to build and own its own equipment. That's the key distinction. You've got to give them credit for that and you also have to give SpaceX enormous credit for endless technological innovation that has brought down these prices.So I totally agree, it's inconceivable to think of trying to run NASA today without their commercial partners. Of course, we'd like to see more than just SpaceX in there. That's been a surprise to people. In a weird way, SpaceX's success is a problem because you want an ecosystem of competitors that NASA can choose from, not just one dominant supplier.Supporting the space ecosystem (11:52)There's a reason that the private space industry is booming in the US much more than elsewhere in the world. But I think they could do better and I'd like to see reform there.Other than the technical difficulty of the task, is there something government could be doing or not doing, perhaps on the regulatory side, to encourage a more sort of a bigger, more vibrant space ecosystem.In my Manhattan Institute report, I recommend some changes, particularly, the FAA needs to continue reforming its launch regulations. They're more restrictive and take longer than they should. I think they're making some progress. They recently authorized more launches of the experimental SpaceX Starship, but it shouldn't take months to go through the paperwork to authorize the launch of a new spacecraft.I think the US, we're currently better than most countries in terms of allowing private space. There's a reason that the private space industry is booming in the US much more than elsewhere in the world. But I think they could do better and I'd like to see reform there.I also think NASA needs to continue its efforts to work with a wide range of vendors in this commercial paradigm and accept that a lot of them might not pan out. We've seen a really neat NASA program to help a lot of different companies, but a lot of startups have been involved in trying to build and land small rovers on the moon. Well, a lot of them have crashed.Not an easy task apparently.No. When I used to be editor of Popular Mechanics magazine, one of the great things I got to do was hang out with Buzz Aldrin, and Buzz Aldrin talking about landing on the moon — now, looking back, you realize just how insanely risky that was. You see all these rovers designed today with all the modern technology failing to land a much smaller, lighter object safely on the moon, and you just think, “Wow, that was an incredible accomplishment.” And you have so much admiration for the guts of the guys who did it.As they always say, space is hard, and I think NASA working with commercial vendors to help them, give them some seed money, help them get started, pay them a set fee for the mission that you're asking for, but also build into your planning — just the way an entrepreneur would — that some product launches aren't going to work, some ideas are going to fail, sometimes you're going to have to start over. That's just part of the process, and if you're not spending ridiculous amounts of money, that's okay.When we talk about vendors, who are we talking about? When we talk about this ecosystem as it currently exists, what do these companies do besides SpaceX?The big one that everybody always mentions first, of course, is Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos's startup that's been around as long as SpaceX, but just moved much more slowly. Partly because when it first started up, it was almost as much of a think tank to explore different ideas about space and less of a scrappy startup trying to just make money by launching satellites for paying customers as soon as possible. That was Musk's model. But they've finally launched. They've launched a bunch of suborbital flights, you've seen where they carry various celebrities and stuff up to the edge of space for a few minutes and they come right back down. That's been a chance for them to test out their engines, which have seemed solid and reliable, but they've finally done one mission with their New Glenn rocket. Like SpaceX, it's a reusable rocket which can launch pretty heavy payloads. Once that gets proven and they've had a few more launches under their belt, should be an important part of this ecosystem.But you've got other companies, you've got Stoke Aerospace, you've got Firefly . . . You've got a few companies that are in the launch business, so they want to compete with SpaceX to launch mostly satellites for paying customers, also cargo for payloads for governments. And then you have a lot of other companies that are doing various kinds of space services and they're not necessarily going to try to be in the launch business per se. We don't need 40 different companies doing launches with different engines, different designs, different fuels, and stuff like that. Eight or 10 might be great, six might be great. We'll see how the market sorts out.But then if you look at the development of the auto industry, it started with probably hundreds of little small shops, hand-building cars, but by the mid-century it had settled down to a few big companies through consolidation. And instead of hundreds of engine designs that were given 1950, there were probably in the US, I don't know, 12 engine designs or something like that. Stuff got standardized — we'll see the same thing happen in space — but you also saw an enormous ecosystem of companies building batteries, tires, transmissions, parts, wipers, all sorts of little things and servicing in an industry to service the automobile. Now, rockets are a lot more centralized and high-tech, but you're going to see something like that in the space economy, and it's already happening.A new role for NASA (17:27)I think NASA should get more ambitious in deep-space flight, both crewed and uncrewed.What do you see NASA should be doing? We don't want them designing rockets anymore, so what should they do? What does that portfolio look like?That's an excellent question. I think that we are in this pivotal time when, because of the success of SpaceX, and hopefully soon other vendors, they can relieve themselves of that responsibility to build their own rockets. That gets out of a lot of the problems of Congress meddling to maximize pork flowing to their states and all of that kind of stuff. So that's a positive in itself.Perhaps a bug rather than a feature for Congress.Right, but it also means that technology will move much, much faster as private companies are innovating and competing with each other. That gives NASA an opportunity. What should they do with it? I think NASA should get more ambitious in deep-space flight, both crewed and uncrewed. Because it'll get much cheaper to get cargo into orbit to get payload up there, as I said, they can launch more science missions, and then when it comes to human missions, I like the overall plan of Artemis. The details were really pulled together during the first Trump administration, which had a really good space policy overall, which is to return to the moon, set up a permanent or long-term habitation on the moon. The way NASA sketches it out, not all the burden is carried by NASA.They envision — or did envision — a kind of ecosystem on the moon where you might have private vendors there providing services. You might have a company that mines ice and makes oxygen, and fuel, and water for the residents of these space stations. You might have somebody else building habitation that could be used by visiting scientists who are not NASA astronauts, but also used by NASA.There's all this possibility to combine what NASA does with the private sector, and what NASA should always do is be focused on the stuff the private sector can't yet do. That would be the deep-space probes. That would be sending astronauts on the most daring non-routine missions. As the private sector develops the ability to do some of those things, then NASA can move on to the next thing. That's one set of goals.Another set of goals is to do the research into technologies, things that are hard for the private sector to undertake. In particular, things like new propulsion for deep-space travel. There's a couple of different designs for nuclear rocket engines that I think are really promising, super efficient. Sadly, under the current budget cuts that are proposed at NASA, that's one of the programs that's being cut, and if you really want to do deep space travel routinely, ultimately, chemical fuels, they're not impossible, but they're not as feasible because you've got to get all that heavy — whatever your fuel is, methane or whatever it is — up into either into orbit or you've got to manufacture it on the moon or somewhere. The energy density of plutonium or uranium is just so much higher and it just allows you to do so much more with lighter weight. So I'd like to see them research those kinds of things that no individual private company could really afford to do at this point, and then when the technology is more mature, hand it off to the private sector.American space leadership (21:17)Exploration's never been totally safe, and if people want to take risks on behalf of a spirit of adventure and on behalf of humanity at large, I say we let them.If things go well —reforms, funding, lower launch costs — what does America's role in space look like in 10 to 15 years, and what's your concern if things go a darker route, like cutting nuclear engine research you were just talking about?I'll sketch out the bright scenario. This is very up your alley, Jim.Yeah, I viewed this as a good thing, so you tell me what it is.In 15 years I would love to see a small permanent colony at the south pole of the moon where you can harvest ice from the craters and maybe you'd have some habitation there, maybe even a little bit of space tourism starting up. People turn up their nose at space tourism, but it's a great way to help fund really important research. Remember the Golden Age of Exploration, James Cook and Darwin, those expeditions were self-funded. They were funded by rich people. If rich people want to go to space, I say I'm all for it.So a little base on the moon, important research going on, we're learning how to have people live on a foreign body, NASA is gathering tons of information and training for the next goal, which I think is even more important: I do agree we should get people to Mars. I don't think we should bypass the moon to get to Mars, I don't think that's feasible, that's what Elon Musk keeps suggesting. I think it's too soon for that. We want to learn about how people handle living off-planet for a long period of time closer to home — and how to mine ice and how to do all these things — closer to home, three or four days away, not months and months away. If something goes wrong, they'll be a lot more accessible.But I'd like to see, by then, some Mars missions and maybe an attempt to start the first long-term habitation of Mars. I don't think we're going to see that in 10 years, but I think that's a great goal, and I don't think it's a goal that taxpayers should be expected to fund 100 percent. I think by then we should see even more partnerships where the private companies that really want to do this — and I'm looking at Elon Musk because he's been talking about it for 20 years — they should shoulder a lot of the costs of that. If they see a benefit in that, they should also bear some of the costs. So that's the bright scenario.Along with that, all kinds of stuff going on in low-earth orbit: manufacturing drugs, seeing if you can harness solar energy, private space stations, better communications, and a robust science program exploring deep space with unmanned spacecraft. I'd like to see all of that. I think that could be done for a reasonable amount of money with the proper planning.The darker scenario is that we've just had too much chaos and indecision in NASA for years. We think of NASA as being this agency of great exploration, but they've done very little for 20 years . . . I take that back — NASA's uncrewed space program has had a lot of successes. It's done some great stuff. But when it comes to manned space flight, it's pretty much just been the International Space Station, and I think we've gotten most of the benefit out of that. They're planning to retire that in 2030. So then what happens? After we retired the Space Shuttle, space practically went into a very low-growth period. We haven't had a human being outside of low-earth orbit since Apollo, and that's embarrassing, frankly. We should be much more ambitious.I'm afraid we're entering a period where, without strong leadership and without a strong focus on really grand goals, then Congress will reassert its desire to use NASA as a piggy bank for their states and districts and aerospace manufacturers will build the stuff they're asked to build, but nothing will move very quickly. That's the worst-case scenario. We'll see, but right now, with all of the kind of disorder in Washington, I think we are in a period where we should be concerned.Can America still call itself the world's space leader if its role is mainly launching things into Earth orbit, with private companies running space stations for activities like drug testing or movie production if, meanwhile, China is building space stations and establishing a presence on the Moon? In that scenario, doesn't it seem like China is the world's leader in space?That's a real issue. China has a coherent nationalistic plan for space, and they are pursuing it, they're pouring a lot of resources into it, and they're making a lot of headway. As always, when China rolls out its new, cutting-edge technology, it usually looks a lot like something originally built in the US, and they're certainly following SpaceX's model as closely as they can in terms of reusable rockets right now.China wants to get to the moon. They see this as a space race the way the Soviets saw a space race. It's a battle for national prestige. One thing that worries me, is under the Artemis plan during the first Trump administration, there was also something called the Artemis Accords — it still exists — which is an international agreement among countries to A) join in where they can if they want, with various American initiatives. So we've got partners that we're planning to build different parts of the Artemis program, including a space station around the moon called Gateway, which actually isn't the greatest idea, but the European Space Agency and others were involved in helping build it.But also, all these countries, more than 50 countries have signed on to these aspirational goals of the Artemis Accords, which are: freedom of navigation, shared use of space, going for purposes of peaceful exploration, being transparent about what you're doing in space so that other countries can see it, avoiding generating more space junk, space debris, which is a huge problem with all the stuff we've got up there now, including a lot of old decrepit satellites and rocket bodies. So committing to not just leaving your upper-stage rocket bodies drifting around in space. A lot of different good goals, and the fact that all these countries wanted to join in on this shows America's preeminence. But if we back away, or become chaotic, or start disrespecting those allies who've signed on, they're going to look for another partner in space and China is going to roll out the red carpet for them.You get a phone call from SpaceX. They've made some great leap forwards. That Starship, it's ready to go to Mars. They're going to create a human habitation out there. They need a journalist. By the way, it's a one-way trip. Do you go?I don't go to Mars. I've got family here. That comes first for me. But I know some people want to do that, and I think that we should celebrate that. The space journalist Rand Simberg wrote a book years ago called Safe Is Not An Option — that we should not be too hung up on trying to make space exploration totally safe. Exploration's never been totally safe, and if people want to take risks on behalf of a spirit of adventure and on behalf of humanity at large, I say we let them. So maybe that first trip to Mars is a one-way trip, or at least a one-way for a couple of years until more flights become feasible and more back-and-forth return flights become something that can be done routinely. It doesn't really appeal to me, but it'll appeal to somebody, and I'm glad we have those kinds of people in our society.On sale everywhere The Conservative Futurist: How To Create the Sci-Fi World We Were PromisedMicro Reads▶ Economics* Trump economy shows surprising resilience despite tariff impacts - Wapo* Supply Chains Become New Battleground in the Global Trade War - WSJ* This A.I. 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As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present Earth Motets, a glorious feature-length movie made for BachFest, the annual gathering of musicians and fans in Bach's hometown of Leipzig, Germany. The music is performed by Solomon's Knot paired with images taken by astronauts Butch Wilmore, Don Pettit, Nicole Mann and Jeanette Epps aboard the International Space Station. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40871]

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present Earth Motets, a glorious feature-length movie made for BachFest, the annual gathering of musicians and fans in Bach's hometown of Leipzig, Germany. The music is performed by Solomon's Knot paired with images taken by astronauts Butch Wilmore, Don Pettit, Nicole Mann and Jeanette Epps aboard the International Space Station. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40871]

Highlights:- SpaceX AX-4 Mission Delay: Join us as we discuss the recent postponement of the SpaceX AX-4 mission to the International Space Station due to a liquid oxygen leak detected in the Falcon 9 rocket. We delve into the implications of this delay and the crew's groundbreaking mission, commanded by record-breaking astronaut Peggy Whitson, as they prepare for their two-week stay aboard the ISS.- Stellar Launch Activity: Discover the bustling launch schedule from SpaceX, including the celebration of their 500th Falcon rocket launch and the upcoming missions for Starlink and Rocket Lab. We highlight the ambitious plans of Amazon's Project Kuiper and the ongoing advancements in satellite technology.- Revolutionary Vantablack 310: Learn about the newly developed Vantablack 310, a super black paint that could significantly reduce satellite light pollution. This innovation aims to protect astronomical observations from the disruptive effects of mega-constellations, making satellites virtually invisible to the naked eye.- Stunning JWST Exoplanet Discoveries: Be amazed by the latest breathtaking images from the James Webb Space Telescope, revealing clouds of sand on exoplanet YSES 1c and a swirling disc of olivine around YSES 1b. These findings offer profound insights into the atmospheres of distant worlds and hint at potential cosmic events.- China's Orbital Refuelling Test: We explore China's upcoming orbital refuelling test involving the Shijian satellites, a significant step towards servicing and extending the lifespan of satellites in orbit. This development has strategic implications for both commercial and military applications.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - SpaceX AX-4 mission delay10:00 - Stellar launch activity15:30 - Revolutionary Vantablack 31020:00 - Stunning JWST exoplanet discoveries25:00 - China's orbital refuelling test✍️ Episode ReferencesSpaceX AXE 4 Mission Updates[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Vantablack 310 Research[Vantablack](https://www.vantablack.com/)JWST Exoplanet Discoveries[NASA JWST](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/webb/main/index.html)China's Shijian Satellites[China National Space Administration](http://www.cnsa.gov.cn/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)For Commercial-Free versions become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

 First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force officer who is a part of the Axiom mission 4, a flight to space. He is the second Indian to go to space after Rakesh Sharma and the first to go to the International Space Station.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the high cost of drugs for rare diseases. Some Indian rare disease patients are now reaching out to the court to try and solve this problem. (13:49)Lastly, we speak about the tragic Mumbai train accident that left five passengers dead. (26:00)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda, Ichha Sharma and Shashank Bhargava.Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Astrobee has been wrapping its arms around objects on the International Space Station.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we dive into Rapido's bold foray into food delivery with Ownly, a Mumbai founders' alliance called TEAM Angels aiming to back early-stage startups, and Info Edge Ventures' next big bets on AI and SaaS. We also track mid-sized IT firms racing towards the billion-dollar club and bring you the story of India's next space hero, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, set to fly to the International Space Station on June 11.

Highlights:- Possible Ninth Planet Discovery: Join us as we explore a groundbreaking study from astronomers at the University of Taiwan who may have uncovered clues to the existence of a ninth planet in our solar system. This potential ice giant, located between 46.5 and 65.1 billion miles from the Sun, could take between 10,000 and 20,000 years to complete an orbit. With its mass estimated at 7/17 that of Earth, this discovery raises intriguing questions about the dynamics of our celestial neighborhood and the Kuiper Belt anomalies that led to its identification.- New Insights on Milky Way and Andromeda Collision: Delve into the latest research that challenges the long-held belief of an impending collision between the Milky Way and Andromeda galaxies. A study led by Till Swahala reveals that there is only a 50% chance of this merger occurring within the next 10 billion years, suggesting a more complex gravitational interplay with nearby galaxies. This new perspective reshapes our understanding of the future of our galaxy and the potential outcomes of such cosmic events.- Elon Musk's SpaceX Drama: Discover the latest twists in the ongoing saga between Elon Musk and Donaldjohanson Trump, as Musk threatened to decommission SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft amidst a public feud. This drama raises concerns about NASA's reliance on SpaceX for crewed missions to the International Space Station, highlighting the precarious balance of power in the evolving landscape of commercial spaceflight.- Boeing's Starliner Program Delays: We take a closer look at the uncertain future of Boeing's CST-100 Starliner spacecraft, which faces delays in its next flight, now pushed to early 2026. With lingering technical issues and the potential for an uncrewed mission, the fate of the Starliner program remains in limbo, leaving many questions about its role in NASA's future plans.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Steve Dunkley signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - Possible ninth planet discovery10:00 - New insights on Milky Way and Andromeda collision15:30 - Elon Musk's SpaceX drama20:00 - Boeing's Starliner program delays✍️ Episode ReferencesNinth Planet Discovery Study[University of Taiwan](https://www.ntu.edu.tw/)Milky Way and Andromeda Research[Nature Astronomy](https://www.nature.com/natureastronomy/)Elon Musk and SpaceX Updates[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Boeing Starliner Updates[NASA Boeing](https://www.nasa.gov/boeing)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)For Commercial-Free versions become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

The Ax-4 mission will “realize the return” to human spaceflight for India, Poland, and Hungary, with each nation's first government-sponsored flight in more than 40 years. While Ax-4 marks these countries' second human spaceflight mission in history, it will be the first time all three nations will execute a mission on board the International Space Station (ISS).  We speak to Axiom's Chief Scientist Dr. Lucie Low to find out more about the science experiments that will be joining the crew on the mission. You can connect with Lucie on LinkedIn, and find out more about Ax-4 on Axiom's website. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s relationship imploded this week like a star going supernova as the two took to social media to take jabs at each other. At stake are the future of Musk’s companies, including electric car company Tesla and rocket manufacturer SpaceX, both of which receive government subsidies or contracts. President Trump took to his social media website, Truth Social, yesterday to threaten subsidies to Musk’s companies. Musk then threatened to decommission SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft, which the country’s space agency, NASA, has come to depend on heavily to ferry cargo and astronauts to the International Space Station on a regular basis. Musk later walked back this threat. NASA is said to have few viable alternatives to the Musk-owned company, as many of SpaceX’s competitors are still catching their technology up with the company. Joining Larry to discuss how and why NASA relies so heavily on private contractors is Kenneth Chang, science reporter for The New York Times. With files from the Associated Press.

Shoot us a Text.Today we're talking about political fireworks as Trump and Musk's bromance blows up, Ram's surprising V8 comeback after admitting they “screwed up,” and Samsung phones getting a dose of AI-powered fashion ads, right on your lock screen. A once-powerful political-tech alliance is in tatters as Elon Musk and Donald Trump clash in a very public, very messy breakup. From social media jabs to threats of canceled contracts, the drama is shaking up D.C., Wall Street, and possibly the International Space Station.Trump and Musk traded barbs online after Musk denounced Trump's spending bill and left his government role.Tesla stock nosedived over 14%, losing $150 billion in value—the worst single-day drop in the company's history.Musk hinted at decommissioning SpaceX's Dragon over subsidy threats, but later pulled back.The White House gave mixed signals on whether a reconciliation call would happen between the two.“Without me, Trump would have lost the election,” Musk posted on X.The V8 is back! Ram is reversing course on its engine strategy, bringing the 5.7-liter Hemi back to the 2026 Ram 1500. After a bumpy ride with their all-six-cylinder lineup, they're owning the misstep—and listening to the roar of the customer base.Ram reintroduces the 5.7L Hemi V8 for 2026 models, available as a $1,200 option on most trims.CEO Tim Kuniskis admits dropping the Hemi was a mistake: “We own it and we fixed it.”A special “Symbol of Protest” badge will adorn V8-equipped trucks.The reintroduction was fast-tracked by an internal team, cutting development from 18 months to six.“Make it exactly the way it was,” Kuniskis said, streamlining the return by skipping recertifications.Samsung Galaxy users are about to get an unexpected addition to their phones—a generative AI-powered shopping app from Glance AI that brings fashion suggestions straight to the lock screen. Whether you asked for it or not, it's coming... with a side of dystopia.Glance AI is partnering with Samsung to roll out a lock screen shopping platform to U.S. Galaxy phones.The feature uses gen AI and selfies to visualize outfits you can buy, right from your lock screen.It's opt-in for now, but the rollout begins today for Galaxy S22–S25 models.While ads aren't yet part of the U.S. version, Glance's history in India suggests that could change.“I will absolutely throw my phone into the sea the first time I see an ad on my lock screen,” wrote reviewer Allison Johnson.Join Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

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It returns. Hot drama. Also a moon lander is happening right now. Also Twitter fights break out. Also a moon lander doesn't happen.TopicsOff-Nominal - YouTubeEpisode 199 - The Thing That We Grow Plants - YouTubeIsaacman: people with ‘axes to grind' about Musk caused withdrawn NASA nomination - SpaceNewsWhite House to withdraw Isaacman nomination to lead NASA - SpaceNewsNASA Copes with Details of $6 Billion Budget Cut, Leadership Uncertainty – SpacePolicyOnline.comNASA withdraws support for conferences - SpaceNewsCommercial space companies to fund launch range upgrades under $4 billion contract - SpaceNewsChinese launch startup conducts vertical takeoff and splashdown test - SpaceNewsKaitlan Collins on X: “As their blowup escalates, Trump suggests terminating Musk's federal contracts.”Eric Berger on X: “This would both end the International Space Station and simultaneously provide no way to safely deorbit it.”Elon Musk on X: “This just gets better and better

Russia plans to integrate its homegrown Gigachat artificial intelligence model into IT systems on the International Space Station. The Commercial Space Federation has formed a new Space Supply Chain Council. Planet Labs published their financial results for the period ended April 30, 2025, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Dr. Andy Aldrin, CEO and President of the Aldrin Family Foundation. You can connect with Andy on LinkedIn, and learn more about the Aldrin Family Foundation on their website. Selected Reading Russia plans to integrate homegrown AI model into space station- Reuters The Commercial Space Federation Announces the Creation of the Space Supply Chain Council (S2C2) Planet Reports Financial Results for First Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Voyager Closes $200 Million Credit Facility What time will Japan's ispace Resilience probe land on the moon today? How to watch it live- Space Eta Space tackles cryogenic boil-off with in-orbit refuelling Core Components for NASA's Roman Space Telescope Pass Major Shake Test In the news today: Former astronaut, minister Marc Garneau dead at 76- thecanadianpressnews.ca T-Minus Crew Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Big Beautiful Bill gets pushback from some Republicans, Musk, as Dems criticize court-weakening provision Central Valley farmers seeking more water pumping, dams for agriculture City workers, residents rally against Mayor Lurie's SF budget, want alternatives to cuts Dems blast Trump mass deportations, activists plan nationwide mobilization on June 14 Musk to ground SpaceX rockets used to service International Space Station after Trump threatens to cut Musk's government contracts The post Some republicans opposing Trump's Big Beautiful Bill; Dems and activists blast mass deportations, mobilizing for June 14 – June 5, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

the U.S. will scale back its military presence in Syria to a single base, Taiwan and the U.S. mark the 36th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown, Ukraine uses underwater explosives to strike a bridge between Russia and Crimea, Ecuador's lawmakers vote to allow foreign military bases, MI5 apologizes to the U.K. High Court for false evidence in a neo-Nazi case, the U.S. doubles its steel and aluminum tariffs to 50%, the Congressional Budget Office says Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill” would expand the deficit by $2.4T, the Trump administration rescinds emergency abortion guidance, the US navy will rename a vessel that had honored LGBTQ activist Harvey Milk, and an Indian pilot prepares for a historic mission to the International Space Station. Sources: www.verity.news

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present music by Dwayne Haggins & Friends to accompany these beautiful images of Earth taken by the crew of ISS 65. The song "I Get Sad" evokes honest emotions as we watch the dancing aurora and night clouds. “Where it Wants” follows rivers, mountains and a hurricane. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40873]

As part of his preparations for the Ignis mission, which forms part of Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) to the International Space Station, ESA project astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski is undergoing a comprehensive training programme. This training takes place at facilities around the world, including ESA, Axiom Space, NASA, SpaceX and JAXA. The programme includes emergency procedures, medical training, daily operations and the use of scientific tools aboard the Space Station. Sławosz also participated in parabolic flights, helicopter emergency training and outdoor expeditions. At ESA's European Astronaut Centre in Germany, he focused on the Columbus laboratory and scientific experiments. This extensive training ensures that Sławosz and his fellow crew members are well-prepared for their mission, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to live and work effectively on the International Space Station.

As part of our Earth Serenade series, we present music by Dwayne Haggins & Friends to accompany these beautiful images of Earth taken by the crew of ISS 65. The song "I Get Sad" evokes honest emotions as we watch the dancing aurora and night clouds. “Where it Wants” follows rivers, mountains and a hurricane. Series: "Arts Channel " [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40873]

ELF-5 is improving materials used for smartphone screens and space habitats by testing these materials in space.

Highlights:- Historic Moon Landing Attempt: Join us as we track the significant moon landing attempt by Japanese company Ispace with their Resilience lander, set to touch down on June 5th. This mission represents a second chance for Ispace after a previous failure, and if successful, Resilience will become only the second private spacecraft to achieve a soft landing on the lunar surface.- Russia's AI Integration into the ISS: Discover Russia's plans to integrate their homegrown AI system, Gigachat, into the International Space Station. This AI will assist cosmonauts in processing satellite imagery, enhancing their capabilities as Russia continues its participation in the ISS until 2028.- Groundbreaking Discovery of Water Ice: Explore the exciting discovery made by the James Webb Space Telescope, which detected crystalline water ice around the young star HD181327. This finding provides direct evidence of water's role in planetary formation and offers insights into how our own solar system may have developed.- Update on SpaceX's AXE 4 Mission: Get the latest on the delayed AXE 4 mission to the ISS, now scheduled for June 10th. This mission will feature a historic crew, including astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary, marking a significant milestone for international collaboration in space exploration.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - Historic moon landing attempt by Ispace10:00 - Russia's AI integration into the ISS15:30 - Discovery of water ice around HD18132720:00 - Update on SpaceX's AXE 4 mission✍️ Episode ReferencesIspace Resilience Mission Details[ISPACE](https://ispace-inc.com/)Russia's Gigachat AI Information[Roscosmos](https://www.roscosmos.ru/)James Webb Space Telescope Findings[NASA JWST](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/webb/main/index.html)AXE 4 Mission Updates[Axiom Space](https://www.axiomspace.com/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)For Commercial-Free versions become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

The first long duration crew of the International Space Station is finally here! Let's learn about what life on the ISS was like, shake our fists at Microsoft, and wonder where to get bootleg movies on the streets of Moscow. Show notes: https://thespaceabove.us/episodes/ep192_exp-1 The Space Above Us website: https://thespaceabove.us Support the show: https://thespaceabove.us/donate TSAU Patreon: https://patreon.com/thespaceabove.us

Primary school students from a network of DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) schools across Dublin will make direct radio contact with an astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS). This once-in-a-lifetime educational opportunity will take place on Wednesday, June 4th, from 12:45 to 13:45 IST (Irish Standard Time) at the Central Quad, Technological University of Dublin, Grangegorman. Inspiring the Next Generation: Interstellar DEIS Students This event is supported by TU Dublin, licensed Irish radio Amateurs and ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) and will feature introductory presentations on ISS and amateur radio before the contact. Then, the selected twelve speakers from nine primary DEIS schools will get to ask their own interesting and imaginative questions of Japanese Astronaut Takuya Onishi, while he orbits at 28,000 km/h and an altitude of 400km above us on Earth. This momentous opportunity will be followed by closing remarks from a leading Irish Space industry expert and politician on the importance of such events to the future of Irelands growing space industry, as well as IRTS (Irish radio transmitters Society) President on the importance of amateur radio to spearhead innovation in the area of communications and to promote STEM. This event highlights the power of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and the wonderful educational hobbies that may inspire it, regardless of background or postcode. The nine schools involved have prepared through months of interdisciplinary learning, exploring STEM through space science and radio technology as part of the STEM Try Five + Project. This project, funded in combination by TU Dublin, Research Ireland, Department of Education and Skills, ESERO, and Workday reflects the Department of Education's commitment to equity, inclusion, and excellence in education, especially through the DEIS workshop program. The contact is made possible through international cooperation and technical support provided by ARISS and local amateur radio volunteers from the Irish Radio Transmitters Society. Members of the media are warmly invited to attend the event, which will feature a live downlink from the ISS as well as presentations on ISS, ARISS and amateur radio communications. The Event will also be livestreamed globally on the ARRIS Live and TU Dublin Youtube channels. Date: 4th June 2025 Time: 12.30-13.45 IST IMPORTANT NOTE: As this is a live event, there will be absolutely no entry after 12.30 IST until after the live contact is complete. Media representatives wishing to set-up cameras or connect to the live audio feed are encouraged to arrive before 12pm to ensure enough time is available for set-up and testing. Location: Room CQ-501, Central Quad Building, Technological University of Dublin, Grangegorman Media Contact EU633 ARISS Contact: John Holland - 086-8331908 Live Streams on the day: ARISS: https://www.youtube.com/@ARISSlive/streams TUD: https://www.youtube.com/@tudublin About ARISS https://www.ariss.org/ ARISS lets students worldwide experience the excitement of talking directly with crew members of the International Space Station, inspiring them to pursue interests in careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, and engaging them with radio science technology through amateur radio. The ARISS program was created and is managed by an international consortium of amateur radio organizations and space agencies including National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the USA, Roscosmos in Russia, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) in Canada, Japan Aeronautics Exploration Space Agency (JAXA) in Japan and European Space Agency (ESA) in Europe. About Try Five Try Five + is a co-created, research-informed suite of practical workshops based on the theme of Space Science and Exploration developed in line with the Irish Primary School Curriculum and intended to foster, increase and sustain levels of scien...

Highlights:- NASA Astronauts' Unexpected Journey: Join us as we follow the incredible recovery of NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who returned from what was meant to be an eight-day mission but turned into a nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station. Hear about their challenges and progress as they readjust to life on Earth after an extended period in microgravity.- The Enigmatic ASCAP J1832: Delve into the mystery of ASCAP J1832, a cosmic object that pulses every 44 minutes in both radio waves and X-rays. This unique star challenges our understanding of stellar behaviour and has scientists puzzled as they investigate its unusual emissions and potential classification.- China's Tianwen 2 Mission: Discover China's ambitious Tianwen 2 mission, launched to collect samples from a living fossil asteroid known as Kamo Oalawa. This groundbreaking mission could provide valuable insights into the early solar system and showcases China's growing capabilities in space exploration.- A Busy Week in Space Launches: Get the latest on a flurry of rocket launches around the globe, including SpaceX's ongoing Starlink deployments and Blue Origin's upcoming New Shepard mission. This segment highlights the rapid advancements in space technology and the increasing frequency of launches.- Earth's Cosmic Future: Explore unsettling research revealing potential risks to Earth's long-term orbital stability due to passing stars. While the chances of catastrophic events remain low, these findings offer a fascinating glimpse into the dynamics of our solar system and the future of our planet.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - NASA astronauts' unexpected journey10:00 - The enigmatic ASCAP J183215:30 - China's Tianwen 2 mission20:00 - A busy week in space launches25:00 - Earth's cosmic future✍️ Episode ReferencesNASA Astronauts Recovery[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)ASCAP J1832 Discovery[Chandra X-ray Observatory](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/chandra/main/index.html)Tianwen 2 Mission Details[China National Space Administration](http://www.cnsa.gov.cn)Space Launch Updates[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Orbital Stability Research[Planetary Science Institute](https://www.psi.edu)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

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Highlights:- SpaceX's Pivotal Ninth Starship Test Flight: Join us as we delve into the significance of SpaceX's upcoming ninth Starship test flight, marking the first reuse of a Super Heavy booster. With the mission set for May 27, we explore the advancements made since previous flights and the ambitious objectives that lie ahead.- A Surprising Discovery in Galaxy Evolution: Astronomers have identified a massive galaxy, Ruby's UDS QGZ7, that halted star formation merely 700 million years after the Big Bang. This revelation challenges existing theories about galaxy development and suggests a need to rethink our understanding of cosmic evolution.- Potential Threats from Venus Co-Orbital Asteroids: Uncover a new category of asteroids co-orbiting with Venus that may pose a significant threat to Earth. With their elusive nature and chaotic orbits, these objects could challenge our current planetary defence strategies.- Scientific Treasures from SpaceX's Dragon Capsule: Celebrate the successful return of SpaceX's Dragon capsule, which brought back 6,700 pounds of scientific equipment from the International Space Station. Discover the groundbreaking experiments and materials that could revolutionise spacecraft design and satellite maintenance.- The Cosmic Powerhouses of the Early Universe: Explore how tiny dwarf galaxies played a crucial role in reionising the universe after the Big Bang, clearing the primordial fog and transitioning our cosmos from darkness to light. This discovery highlights the importance of small entities in driving significant cosmic transformations.For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, YouTubeMusic, TikTok, and our new Instagram account! Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily01:10 - SpaceX's pivotal ninth Starship test flight10:00 - A surprising discovery in galaxy evolution15:30 - Potential threats from Venus co-orbital asteroids20:00 - Scientific treasures from SpaceX's Dragon capsule25:00 - The cosmic powerhouses of the early universe✍️ Episode ReferencesSpaceX Updates[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)Galaxy Evolution Research[Max Planck Institute for Astronomy](https://www.mpia.de/)Planetary Defence Strategies[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)International Space Station Research[NASA ISS](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html)Dwarf Galaxies Study[Hubble Space Telescope](https://hubblesite.org/)Astronomy Daily[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-exciting-space-discoveries-and-news--5648921/support.

Space is the final frontier — and not too long ago, to explore it you had to be a man. Cady Coleman is a former NASA astronaut, retired U.S. Air Force colonel, scientist, pilot and musician. She joins host Krys Boyd to discuss how hearing Sally Ride speak changed the trajectory of her life and what months on the International Space Station taught her about her career and motherhood. Her book is “Sharing Space: An Astronaut's Guide to Mission, Wonder, and Making Change.” This episode originally aired July 25th, 2025. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

In April 2024 Rosemary Coogan became only the third person from the UK to qualify as an astronaut after completing basic training with the European Space Agency (ESA). Originally from Northern Ireland, she excelled academically and holds two master's degrees from Durham University and a PhD in astronomy from the University of Sussex. She became an ESA astronaut after a challenging selection process which whittled down 22,000 applicants. The agency hopes to send Rosemary to the International Space Station by 2030. In this episode of Profile, Stephen Smith explores the life and career of the woman who has a chance of becoming the first person from the UK to walk on the moon.Presenter: Stephen Smith Producers: Tom Gillett and Lucy Pawle Editor: Nick Holland Sound: Neil Churchill Production Coordinator: Sabine Schereck

TWiM explains a study of the unique and extreme microbial and chemical environment on the International Space Station, and the connection between the gut microbiome and pain in fibromyalgia. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Michael Schmidt, and Michele Swanson. Become a patron of TWiM. Music used on TWiM is composed and performed by Ronald Jenkees and used with permission. Links for this episode ISS chemical and microbial environment (Cell) Gut microbiota and fibromyalgia pain (Neuron) Gut pain eases after doses of gut microbes (Nature) Skin innervation and fibromyalgia pain (Ann Neurol) Altered microbiome in fibromyalgia (Pain) Intestinal microbiome and fibromyalgia (Intl J Rheum Dis) Take the TWiM Listener survey! Send your microbiology questions and comments (email or recorded audio) to twim@microbe.tv

On Friday's show: This coming Sunday will mark five years since the murder of George Floyd sparked demonstrations, calls for a racial reckoning in the United States, and continued demands for police reform. We reflect on the life of the Houston native and what his death brought about -- and what activists believe still needs to be done.Also this hour: The International Space Station is already facing a $1 billion budget shortfall, and the Trump administration plans to cut even more. We learn how NASA is handling the situation and how it could affect both astronauts and those working on the ground here in Houston with Andrea Leinfelder, who covers space for the Houston Chronicle.Then, from a building in the Third Ward and the George Floyd/Black Lives Matter mural on it being demolished the week of the fifth anniversary of Floyd's murder, to a Houston man suing Whataburger because a store allegedly left onions on his hamburger, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.And we preview a concert tonight celebrating the 10th anniversary of the local the string orchestra Kinetic. The program includes a premiere work by a Sugar Land native.

In our latest Earth Serenade, enjoy this orbital 6,000 mile journey at dawn from the Atlantic Ocean to the Bay of Bengal. We pass over Europe, Asia and India, to dusk over Bay of Bengal courtesy of the crew of the ISS 40. The beautiful music of Bach's Toccata and Fugue in F Major is performed by Laura Bottei in her official Master of Music Recital on the Fisk organ at Indiana University. Series: "Earth Serenade" [Arts and Music] [Show ID: 40787]

Living in space causes changes to an astronaut's eyes.

Foundations of Amateur Radio Around the world are thousands of associations, groups of people, clubs if you like, that represent radio amateurs. Some of those associations are anointed with a special status, that of "member society" or "peak body", which allows them to represent their country with their own governments and on the international stage to the ITU, the International Telecommunications Union, through a global organisation, the IARU, the International Amateur Radio Union. Some of these are known across our whole community, the ARRL in the USA, the RSGB in the UK, and the WIA in Australia. Some much less so, the CRAC, the Chinese Radio Amateurs Club, or the ARSI, the Amateur Radio Society of India, for example. In an attempt to get a deeper understanding of what distinguishes these organisations, I visited a dozen member society websites. Cultural sensibilities and aesthetics aside, the variety and sense of priority is both pleasing and astounding. Starting close to home, the WIA, the Wireless Institute of Australia, shows news as the most important and the top story is a radio contact between the International Space Station and a school, held about two weeks ago. The ERAU, the Estonian Radio Amateurs Association, features an article about the 2025 General Meeting outlining who was there, what was discussed and thanking the participants for their contributions. When I visited, the ARRL, the American Radio Relay League, top news item, was the renewed defence of the 902-928 MHz Amateur Radio Band, from a few days ago. The most important issue for the ARRL is that you read the latest edition of QST magazine, but only if you're a member. The RSGB, the Radio Society of Great Britain, has an odd landing page that links to the main site, which features much of the same content. The latest news is "Mental Health Awareness Week" and encourages us to celebrate kindness in our community. The DARC, the German Amateur Radio Club, has a page full of announcements and the top one was an article about current solar activity including a coronal hole and various solar flares. The ERASD, the Egyptian Radio Amateurs Society for Development, uses qsl.net as its main website. It features many images with text, presumably in Arabic, that unfortunately I was not able to translate. Curiously the landing page features some English text that welcomes all interested to join. I confess that I love the juxtaposition between a Yaesu FT-2000 transceiver and the images of Tutankhamun and the pyramids. The RAC, the Radio Amateurs of Canada, use their homepage to promote its purpose, and features many pictures of their bi-monthly magazine, which you can only read if you're a member, which is where many of the homepage links seem to go. The RCA, the Radio Club of Argentina, is promoting the 2024-2025 Railway Marathon, including links to descriptions of what constitutes a Railway Activation, how to reserve your station, and upcoming and past activations. There's also a reminder to renew your license. The ARSI, the Amateur Radio Society of India, has a very sparse landing page showing their mission and not much else. Clicking around gives you lots of information about the history, activities, awards and the like. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find out how to become licensed in India. There's hardly any images. In contrast, the URA, the Union of Radio Amateurs of Andorra, lands you on a page with contact details and not much else. Clicking through the site gives you lots of pictures of happy people and maps, lots of maps. The KARL, the Korean Amateur Radio League, features an announcement with a link to the 24th Amateur Radio Direction Finding, from a week ago, but it requires a login to actually read it. The JARL, the Japan Amateur Radio League, features an announcement to a form you can complete to join the "List of stations from which you do not wish to receive QSL cards." The NZART, the New Zealand Association of Radio Transmitters, features a big button to latest news and clicking on it shows the "Jock White Field Day", which was held several months ago. I wasn't able to see the CRAC, the Chinese Radio Amateurs Club, since the page didn't load for me. The "Wayback machine", also known as archive.org, from a capture a few days ago, showed a news item announcing the intent to organise the 1st Class C Amateur Radio Technical "something", I say "something" because I cannot actually load the article and see what it has to say. The event was scheduled for a month ago, the announcement was from several months ago. Content aside, finding sites was interesting too, mind you, there's plenty of member associations that don't have any web presence at all. Is that by choice, or necessity? The IARU list of member societies conflicts with the list of national organisations shown on Wikipedia. The IARU has about 160 entries, I say about, since the list isn't really formatted as much as it's congealed. Let's just say, perhaps a table for tabular data might be a novel approach. Wikipedia is slightly better formatted, it lists 93 national organisations. As it happens, both include a link to the national organisation for China, which is either the Chinese Radio Sports Association, with apparently two different acronyms, either CRSAOA, or CRSA, or if you believe the IARU as a source, it's the one I mentioned earlier, the CRAC. I don't know which one is right, but at least we can assume that the IARU page was updated formally, rather than edited by someone on the internet. Regardless of which one is the "real" Chinese national amateur radio organisation, none of the websites loaded for me. Let's move on. It's interesting that several non-English sites like Korea, Japan and Germany feature a button that allows their site to be translated into English. What's even more interesting is that the English version of the site is not in any way the same content. In many cases it appears to be information relevant to English visitors rather than a translation. One notable exception is Estonia, which allows a visitor to read their site in Estonian or English right out of the box. Unsurprisingly, the ARRL website has no buttons for Spanish, even though that represents about 13 percent of the USA population, let alone any other language. I'd encourage you to visit a few and see what you can learn about the other members of our community around the world. My visits leave me with questions. What do these organisations stand for? What do they do? Are they there for amateurs, for aspirant members, the general public, for regulators, for their members, for fund raising and advertising, or international visitors and tourism? It seems to me that looking at just a few of these organisations reveals a great many things about how they understand their own role and how they deliver service and just how much money they have to play with to make that happen. I'll leave you to ponder how effective they might be and what your role is in that endeavour. I'm Onno VK6FLAB

Sponsor Links:Insta360 X5 Camera. To bag a free invisible selfie stick worth US$24.99 with your purchase, head to store.insta360.com and use the promo code "spacetime", available for the first 30 standard package purchases only.This episode of SpaceTime delves into the latest revelations in the cosmos, exploring groundbreaking theories about dark matter and the future of lunar exploration.New Insights into Dark MatterAstronomers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding dark matter, revealing a potential new type of less massive dark matter at the center of the Milky Way. This study, published in Physical Review Letters, suggests that huge clouds of positively charged hydrogen may be linked to this elusive substance. The findings challenge existing models of dark matter, proposing that lighter particles may be responsible for unexplained chemical reactions observed in the galactic center.Lunar Gateway Space Station Takes ShapeIn an exciting development for lunar exploration, the first habitation module for the Lunar Gateway Space Station has arrived in the United States. Known as the Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO), this module will serve as a command hub for future missions to the Moon and Mars. We discuss the integration of HALO with the Power and Propulsion Element and the implications for the Artemis program.Space Junk Threatens the ISSWe also cover the alarming increase in space debris, as NASA is forced to maneuver the International Space Station to avoid a potential collision with fragments of a Chinese rocket. This ongoing issue highlights the growing challenges of maintaining a safe orbital environment for astronauts aboard the ISS.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesPhysical Review Lettershttps://journals.aps.org/prl/NASA Lunar Gatewayhttps://www.nasa.gov/gatewayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.00:00 This is Space Time Series 28, Episode 58 for broadcast on 14 May 202500:54 New insights into dark matter in the Milky Way10:30 The Lunar Gateway Space Station's HALO module arrives17:15 Space junk threatens the International Space Station20:45 Science report: Insights into Earth's population growth and continental movement

A NASA scientist discusses how imagery and data collected from the International Space Station can support natural disaster response teams on the ground. HWHAP 384 

In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn interviews Dr. Ryan Dowdy, a food scientist with experience working at NASA and the creator of ReadyBAR.Dr. Dowdey discusses the intricacies of food science, particularly in relation to space missions, the challenges of creating nutritious and safe food for astronauts, and the importance of variety and dietary preferences in space. Dr. Dowdy shares insights on food preservation, packaging, and the ongoing efforts to improve the food menu for astronauts aboard the International Space Station. They discuss the intricacies of nutrition for astronauts and first responders, focusing on the development of space food and its application to frontline workers. They explore the importance of macronutrients, the challenges of maintaining morale through food, and the creation of ReadyBAR, a meal replacement bar designed for high-performance individuals. Enjoy!This episode is powered by Vertical HeliCASTS.Thank you for sponsoring this episode of The Real ResQ: Bludrop Training and Simulation, PAG, Spectrolab, ReadyBAR, and The Real ResQ Store.Follow The Real ResQ on Facebook and Instagram and listen on Vertical HeliCASTS. Plus, get your podcast gear at therealresqstore.com.

In episode 304, we get curious about the International Space Station (ISS) for Ruby, Emma, and Claire.  We learn what the ISS is, how it got there, and what things are like onboard.  Noah joins us to share 5 unbelievable facts you need to NOAH about the International Space Station. Episode Topic Suggestion Form - https://forms.office.com/r/USsGWVfheH Visit the Curious Kid Podcast Website – http://www.curiouskidpodcast.com Send Us An E-mail – curiouskidpodcast@gmail.com Leave Us A Voicemail – 856-425-2324 Support Us On Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/Curiouskidpodcast Shop Curious Kid Podcast Merchandise – http://tee.pub/lic/fqXchg3wUVU Follow Us On Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/curiouskidpod/ Follow Us On Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/curiouskidpodcast/ Follow Us On Twitter – https://twitter.com/CuriousKidPod Visit Us On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5d6HaNz_UYOaS7YuYayVwg Order 2025 Curious Kid Podcast Trading Cards (personalized by Olivia and Noah): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcAE1YoBpoaAN1jPzH3v4UVqw1r9qcPj-QEEqz_J3EZE8rXA/viewform?usp=dialog

Four NASA flight controllers discuss specialized operations like spacewalks and spacecraft arrivals that keep the International Space Station running. HWHAP 383 

This episode of SpaceTime is brought to you with the support of Incogni - take back control of your data online by getting Incogni for not very much money. To check our sprcial SpaceTime listeners deal, visit www,incogni.com/spacetime.In this episode of SpaceTime, we uncover groundbreaking discoveries and updates from the cosmos. First, NASA's Curiosity Rover has revealed evidence of a carbon cycle on Mars, with significant carbon deposits found in Gale Crater. This finding, detailed in the journal Science, brings researchers closer to understanding Mars's potential to support life in its past. We discuss the implications of these findings and what they mean for the Red Planet's climatic history and habitability.Square Kilometer Array UpdateNext, we provide an exciting update on the billion-dollar Square Kilometer Array (SKA) project, the world's largest radio telescope currently under construction in Australia and South Africa. We explore how this massive facility will revolutionize our understanding of the universe, operating at unprecedented speeds and sensitivities. With 132,000 antennas spread over vast distances, the SKA aims to answer fundamental questions about gravity, magnetism, and the evolution of galaxies.Busy Times at the International Space StationFinally, we take a look at the bustling activity aboard the International Space Station. With recent crew returns and new cargo deliveries, including groundbreaking experiments on time measurement and gravitational research, the ISS continues to be a hub of scientific advancement. We discuss the latest missions and what they mean for future exploration and research in space.www.spacetimewithstuartgary.com✍️ Episode ReferencesSciencehttps://www.science.org/Square Kilometer Arrayhttps://www.skao.int/NASAhttps://www.nasa.gov/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-space-astronomy--2458531/support.00:00 This is space Time Series 28, episode 53 for broadcast on 2 May 202500:25 NASA's Mars Curiosity Rover finds evidence of a carbon cycle on the Red Planet03:51 Construction works well advanced on world's largest radio telescope, the SKA07:40 Scientists are building the world's largest radio telescope to probe the deep universe10:40 Three crew members from the International Space Station have successfully returned to Earth13:44 Previous studies suggested H5N1 bird flu could spread easily between mammals16:33 Australian Skeptics has debunked 15 popular supernatural claims20:00 Some of the things people take seriously have since been proved to Be fake24:23 Haunted locations are always dangerous. Are ghosts always dangerous? 

Shawn Linam, Aerospace Entrepreneur & Host of In Her Orbit Podcast  Shawn Linam's journey didn't start with a telescope or dreams of rockets—it began with candy striping, biomedical engineering, and a resilient heart that would eventually take her to NASA. Listen for a candid conversation about the challenges and joys of being a woman in the space exploration industry, raising kids while growing a company, and navigating a professional trajectory that's anything but linear. Shawn shares the behind-the-scenes truths of her extraordinary career: from training astronauts at Johnson Space Center to co-founding her own company after a surprise layoff (while on maternity leave!). Together, Beth and Shawn reflect on NASA culture, building confidence in male-dominated fields, and why mentoring the next generation—especially girls in STEM—is the legacy that matters most.  About Shawn Linam: Shawn Linam is the co-founder and CEO of Qwaltec, a space systems operations and training company. Before launching her own business, she served as a NASA trainer supporting the International Space Station and Shuttle programs. Today, she leads In Her Orbit, a podcast amplifying women's voices in STEM and beyond. A mom, leader, and advocate for women in space-related careers, Shawn continues to mentor, speak, and support others as they launch their own bold missions.

Space Nuts Episode 516: Angular Momentum, Cosmic Inflation, and the Infinite UniverseIn this thought-provoking episode of Space Nuts, host Heidi Campo steps in for Andrew Dunkley, joined by the ever-knowledgeable Professor Fred Watson. Together, they tackle an array of fascinating listener questions that delve into the complexities of angular momentum, the nature of cosmic inflation, and the mysteries surrounding the universe's finiteness or infiniteness.Episode Highlights:- Angular Momentum Explained:Heidi and Fred kick off the episode by addressing a question from Buddy about angular momentum. They discuss how angular momentum affects spinning objects, the implications of expansion, and the intriguing concept of a potentially spinning universe.- Time Dilation and Cosmic Inflation: Scott from Sydney poses a compelling question regarding time dilation during the universe's hyperinflation period. Fred elaborates on how time behaves under extreme gravitational conditions and the significance of inflation in explaining the universe's homogeneity.- Is the Universe Finite or Infinite?The episode features a delightful audio question from young Enrique and his father Philip, exploring whether the universe is finite or infinite. Fred explains the concept of cosmic horizons and the challenges faced in determining the universe's boundaries.- Temperature Control on the ISS: Kevin from Melbourne asks about the temperature inside the International Space Station (ISS) and how it varies with sunlight exposure. Heidi and Fred discuss the engineering marvels that maintain a livable environment for astronauts, including the challenges of thermal regulation in space.For more Space Nuts, including our continually updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website.Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, X, YouTube Music Music, Tumblr, Instagram, and TikTok. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favorite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/aboutStay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.(00:00) Welcome to Space Nuts with Heidi Campo and Fred Watson(01:20) Discussion on angular momentum and its effects(15:00) Exploring time dilation and cosmic inflation(25:30) Is the universe finite or infinite?(35:00) Temperature control aboard the ISSFor the commercial-free versions of Space Nuts, join us on Patreon, Supercast, Apple Podcasts, or become a supporter here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.