In this episode, we dive into the intriguing conflict between SpaceX and the FAA regarding the Starship program, a critical component of humanity’s journey to Mars. As excitement builds for the upcoming flight test of the Starship and its innovative booster recovery system, the FAA has put the brakes on the launch, citing safety concerns. This clash highlights not just the challenges of rocket science but also the regulatory hurdles that could impact the future of space exploration.

We explore the implications of this tension, including environmental concerns tied to SpaceX's operations and how these regulations could affect broader initiatives like NASA's Artemis program. With rising competition from other countries and the need for updated regulatory frameworks, we ask the crucial questions: How do we balance safety and innovation? What does the future of space exploration look like in a landscape where private companies are taking the lead? Join us for a deep dive into these pressing issues and their significance for the future of humanity in space.

We’re just a few weeks away for the Crew-7 mission, the seventh operational flight of a Crew Dragon spacecraft.

SpaceX’s Crew Dragon is a reusable spacecraft designed to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station. It is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, which aims to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation to and from the ISS.

Crew Dragon is capable of carrying up to seven astronauts and is equipped with advanced features such as touch screen controls, an environmental control and life support system, and a launch escape system. The spacecraft is launched atop a Falcon 9 rocket and returns to Earth by splashing down in the ocean.

Since its first crewed flight in May 2020, Crew Dragon has successfully transported multiple crews to the ISS, including the upcoming Crew-7 mission.

This mission will transport four astronauts to the International Space Station: Jasmin Moghbeli from NASA, Andreas Mogensen from ESA (European Space Agency), Satoshi Furukawa from JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency), and Konstantin Borisov from Roscosmos. The launch is currently targeted for August 17th and will take place at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

In this episode I’m pleased to present my recent interview with Crew 7 pilot Andreas Mogensen. This will be his second trip to space, following his 10-day ISS mission in 2015 where he became the first Danish citizen in space. During the Crew-7 mission, Andreas will be responsible for the spacecraft’s performance and systems, and will become the first European to serve as the pilot of a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. In addition, Andreas will take over as Station Commander of the ISS in September.

In this interview, we will discuss Andreas’ role in the Crew-7 mission, his passion for space exploration, and some of the experiments that he will conduct on board the International Space Station during the 6-month mission.

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Interview with Andreas Voigt, Satcoms Innovation Group

Satellite communications is a fast-growing industry with lots of challenges. In this episode we speak with Andreas Voigt, a leader in the SatCOM industry. Andreas has more than 20 years of experience in the satellite communications industry, serving as senior engineer for Eutelsat and as director of Satcoms Innovations Group, or SIG. Formed in 1997, SIG is an association that promotes innovation in the satcom industry to improve operational efficiency and reduce impact, saving time and money. It aims to do this by encouraging industry cooperation at engineering level through meetings, events and workshops, lobbying regulators and groups, and supporting innovation projects.

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For more info: https://satig.space/

Andreas' call sign: F4JKH

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Interview with ESA Euclid Senior Project Manager, Giuseppe Racca.

Since 2012 Giuseppe has been responsible for the Euclid mission, a space-based optical/near-infrared survey mission of the European Space Agency (ESA) designed to investigate the nature of dark energy, dark matter and gravity by observing their signatures on the geometry of the Universe and on the formation of large structures over cosmological timescales. Euclid will use two main techniques in the detection of the signature of dark matter and energy: Weak Gravitational Lensing and Galaxy Clustering. The spacecraft is scheduled for a launch date in 2023 and is designed for 6 years of nominal survey operations.

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The mission is led by ESA with contributions from a consortium of several European scientific institutes and from NASA and is largely manufactured by European space industry.

For more information:

• https://twitter.com/ESA_Euclid 
• https://sci.esa.int/web/euclid 
• https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/missions/euclid 
• https://www.euclid-ec.org/

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Harvesting Resources from the Moon and asteroids

Hello and welcome to this exciting interview with Joel Sercel, the CEO and founder of TransAstra, a pioneering space company that is shaping the future of space exploration. Joel is a renowned expert in the field of space resource utilization and has been at the forefront of developing innovative technologies to harvest resources from the Moon and asteroids. Today, we'll be discussing how TransAstra plans to engineer the future of space by tapping into the vast resources available in space.

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In this interview we explore the company's latest breakthroughs, the challenges and opportunities involved in space mining, and what this means for the future of space exploration and the sustainability of our planet.

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In this episode we discuss Intuitive Machines and how they plan on sending a lander to the Moon later this year!

Intuitive Machines is a Houston-based company that designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft for government and commercial customers. Founded in 2013 by Dr. Tim Crain, a respected engineer and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the aerospace industry, the company has quickly established itself as a leader in the field of space exploration and technology. With a focus on reliability, innovation, and cost-effectiveness, Intuitive Machines is committed to advancing humanity's understanding of the universe and expanding our capabilities in space. Dr. Crain, who serves as the company's Chief Technical Officer, is an expert in the design and operation of spacecraft and has played a key role in the development of many of the company's most innovative and ambitious projects.

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About Dr. Timothy P. Crain
Tim received his Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Texas, a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellow and Assistant Instructor. He began his professional career in 2000 at the NASA Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX, where he was a lead engineer in the Engineering Directorate’s Aeroscience and Flight Mechanics Division.

During his tenure at JSC, he worked on the navigation design for Mars Science Lander and was the Orbit Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) System Manager for the Orion spacecraft. In 2009, Crain became the Flight Dynamics lead for NASA’s Project Morpheus that followed a low-cost, lean project development model to build and flight test a terrestrial version of a lunar lander incorporating advanced liquid methane propulsion, precision landing, and autonomous hazard detection and avoidance.

The experience on Morpheus demonstrated how small teams of motivated engineers could rapidly innovate and apply available and emerging technologies to solve tough technical problems effectively. This was a primary motivation for Crain co-founding Intuitive Machines with Kam Ghaffarian Ph. D and Mr. Steve Altemus in 2013.

Dr. Crain is a recipient of the NASA JSC Center Director’s Commendation Award, the Outstanding Young Texas Ex Award, UT Outstanding Young Engineering Graduate Award, Orion Flight Dynamics Leadership Award, and a finalist for the NASA Rotary Mid Career Stellar Award. He is a member of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and the American Astronautical Society (AAS), where he is an annual national chair, and he's on the board of directors at the AAS Rocky Mountain section’s Guidance, Navigation, and Control Conference.

For more info: https://www.intuitivemachines.com/

NASA Project Morpheus: https://youtu.be/ftPZsKeAZTY

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The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach

In this episode we speak with Ashlee Vance, New York Times bestselling author of ELON MUSK. In his latest book, WHEN THE HEAVENS WENT ON SALE, Ashlee takes us on a captivating journey into the world of commercial space, shedding light on the revolution happening right above our heads. With unprecedented access to private space companies, Ashlee unveils the untold stories of misfits and geniuses racing to put space within reach. Get ready to discover how this new space economy is transforming economics, geopolitics, and daily life, and what it means for the future of humanity's ventures beyond Earth.

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Ashlee Vance is a writer, TV host, and producer, known for his work in the media industry. Most of his stories can be found in Bloomberg Businessweek magazine, where he has made a name for himself. Additionally, he hosts and writes for the popular tech-travel show Hello World on Bloomberg.

His writing prowess extends beyond Bloomberg, with notable contributions to The New York Times, The Economist, and The Register. As a New York Times best-selling book author, he has garnered recognition for his captivating storytelling skills, and his TV episodes have earned him numerous awards for his outstanding work.

Currently, he is busy producing a drama TV series centered around the life of Elon Musk, as well as a documentary film that explores the wonders of space, both of which are slated to air on HBO.

Born in South Africa and raised mostly in Texas, he now resides in California with his beautiful wife, who he describes as an "absolute ten," and their two wonderful boys.

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• https://www.ashleevance.com/
• https://twitter.com/ashleevance 
• https://www.instagram.com/valleyhack/ 
• https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqq4LnWs3olU-bP2R9uD8YXbt02JjocOk

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