Date Aired: Friday 30 Dec 2005
Professor Lawrence Krauss was the guest for this special final Space Show program for 2005. The interview began with Professor Krauss discussing the reality of the science behind Star Trek and space travel. You will want to hear this discussion so don't miss it. The conversation moved on to discussing manned space missions, their science versus adventure value, costs, and more. Zero point energy was discussed as was fusion energy and HE3, as well as gravity. We then turned our attention to...
Date Aired: Thursday 29 Dec 2005
Dr. William Rowe was the guest for this special Space Show program. Dr. Rowe discussed gender physiology and why women may be more suited for space, especially longer term spaceflight than men. Dr. Rowe stressed issues surrounding iron and the ability of men and women to get iron out of their system. He also talked about the importance of magnesium, an issue you will want to know more about. He spoke about the changes that happen to the lining of blood vessels and much more. Also, we discussed...
Date Aired: Tuesday 27 Dec 2005
Tom Olson, CEO of the Colony Fund returned for his end of the year update on The Space Show. We began the interview with getting an update from Tom on changes being made in the planning and development of the Colony Fund. As Tom likes to say, a wall was hit this year with alt.space which forced new strategic thinking on the Colony Fund management team. Current thinking has the Colony Fund expanding beyond only space investments to include technology, specifically nanotechnology opportunities...
Date Aired: Sunday 25 Dec 2005
Dr. Geoffrey Crouch was the guest for this special Space Show program originally aired on Dec. 21 and replayed for Christmas, Dec. 25, 2005. Dr. Crouch has undertaken innovative and state of the art market research for suborbital and orbital tourism using Discrete Choice Modeling. During the first part of the interview, we talked about market research in general, how its done, its importance, how to properly use it, how to draw the right conclusion from the data, and best uses for focus groups...
Date Aired: Friday 23 Dec 2005
Sir Charles Shults returned to The Space Show to discuss Mars findings in some depth. However, before getting underway with the Mars information, given the fusion background of Sir Charles, the program kicked off with an update of where we are with fusion reaction, reactors, research, and what is ahead for the near-term regarding fusion. You will want to hear this fusion update if you are at all interested in the subject. After the fusion update, we turned our attention to Mars. Sir Charles...
Date Aired: Thursday 22 Dec 2005
Jim McDade returned to The Space Show to provide us with space news updates and interesting perspective on the top space news stories of the day. We began the discussion with an extensive review of the Space Shuttle and how Jim sees the future for the return to flight program. He believes that Shuttle will need to fly for several more years as he thinks it will have to remain in service until a CEV is available or at least within 18 months of being ready for flight. He spoke about the economic...
Date Aired: Thursday 22 Dec 2005
Dr. David Schrunk returned to The Space Show for this program. We began the discussion talking about the lunar south pole region known as Malapert Mountain. According to Dr. Schrunk, it is the ideal site for the first permanent lunar base for a variety of reasons, including its height. You will want to learn more about this south pole region of the Moon. We then turned our attention to his new book, "The End of Chaos: Quality Laws and the Ascendancy of Democracy." For more information about the...
Date Aired: Tuesday 20 Dec 2005
Dr. Dave Klumpar with his two doctoral students, Brian Larsen and Mike Obland, from Montana State University were the guests for this Space Show program. We began the interview discussing the Space Science and Engineering Laboratory at Montana State University and then we went into the student program with Brian and Mike leading the discussion. Their program is student led and driven and it was interesting finding out about student satellite programs, their building and launching of them, and...
Date Aired: Monday 19 Dec 2005
Dr. Robert Zubrin returned to The Space Show for this program. Dr. Zubrin began the discussion with a critique of the way NASA is running the Moon-Mars program. He is very concerned that this program as it is currently structured will not survive into the next administration and and he has a plan to alter the way NASA is doing the mission to assure success. Bob makes a very strong case for his plan to go to the Moon and on to Mars rather than the current NASA plan. His presentation is clear and...
Date Aired: Sunday 18 Dec 2005
Kurt Klaus joined The Space Show guest family with this program. We began our discussing by capitalizing on Kurt's training and experience as an oil and gas geologist. I asked him about the path from oil and gas geology here on earth to being a planetary geologist and to having specialized interests in Mars. His answer was most interesting. I also asked Mr. Klaus a few questions about how oil and gas is extracted from inside the earth given questions that are always asked of me. For those of...
Date Aired: Friday 16 Dec 2005
Jim Benson, CEO of SpaceDev, returned to the Space Show for this special program and update. We began our discussion with Jim providing us with the details of the SpaceDev merger that is in process with Starsys. This is an exciting development for SpaceDev and the space community. Also, we learned about SpaceDev plans to apply for representation on American Stock Exchange, another milestone for the company and the developing space industry. We also discussed the RTM and NASA architecture and...
Date Aired: Thursday 15 Dec 2005
Joan Horvath returned to The Space Show to discuss the state of space and science education in the United States. Current trends in science literacy impact aerospace in general and New Space in particular. In Kansas and in Pennsylvania, fights are ongoing in the courts to define whether theories with a basis in faith can be taught in a science classroom; polls show that less than half of adults understand the issues of scientific method at the root of the controversy. Joan explains how the...
Date Aired: Wednesday 14 Dec 2005
Barbara Marx Hubbard was the guest on The Space Show for this special program. We discussed space development and becoming space-faring in the context of conscious evolution as an emerging state of development for the betterment of humanity. This is an extremely important discussion because Dr. Hubbard proposed a superb action plan, the "Movement For A Positive Future," and all those interested are encouraged to email me at drspace@thespaceshow.com to add their support to the project. This idea...
Date Aired: Tuesday 13 Dec 2005
Dr. Paul Eckert was the guest for this Space Show program. We discussed many aspects of plausible lunar commerce and Dr. Eckert's work with the Boeing Lunar Commerce Working Group. We focused on using the Moon for energy for both in space activities and for use here on Earth, especially solar power. However, other forms of possible energy forms and uses were discussed, especially with listener questions, and you will certainly want to hear Dr. Eckert's responses to these inquiries. We also...
Date Aired: Sunday 11 Dec 2005
Dr. Craig McLaughlin was the guest for this Space Show program. Dr. McLaughlin brought Space Show listeners into the world of orbital mechanics and design from the very basics to formation flying of satellites. This program provides a comprehensive discussion on space navigations, orbital issues, suborbital issues, formation flying and why, commercial opportunities derived from formation satellite flying, plus a host of related topics. For listeners wanting more information on this subject, Dr...
Date Aired: Tuesday 06 Dec 2005
This Space Show program featured the first ever Space Property Rights Legal Panel with Wayne White, Rosanna Sattler, Jim Dunstan, and Berin Michael Szoka. The panel began this intensive and comprehensive space property rights discussion with a basic introduction to the issue of space property rights, focusing on the Outer Space Treaty along with the other U.N. treaties impacting and helping to create the existing property rights regime. This is an in-depth discussion you will not want to miss....
Date Aired: Sunday 04 Dec 2005
Dr. Kevin Grazier joined The Space Show guest family today to discuss Saturn, the Cassini Mission, planetary science, science advising for television and lots more. The interview began with an update on new information coming from Cassini and then Dr. Grazier responded to a series of listener questions regarding the importance of Iapetus and the findings to date for the moon. We discussed the setting of priorities for Cassini, how these priorities and sequences get changed or can be changed,...
Date Aired: Tuesday 29 Nov 2005
Dr. Phil Chapman returned to The Space Show for this program. Dr. Chapman's interview started off with some tough questions about engineering and design of the t/Space CVX vehicle and program, plus the usefulness of finishing the ISS or doing anything useful with it. Multiple technical questions were asked and Dr. Chapman handled them all in very good fashion. You will find his responses and the information provided important and I urge you to listen to what he has to say. We also talked about...
Date Aired: Monday 28 Nov 2005
Ed Buckbee was the guest for this special Space Show program. We began the interview with Ed updating us as to new developments not included in his recently published book, "The Real Space Cowboys." In response to questions, Ed expanded the definition of a space cowboy to include those that worked behind the scenes to make the early astronaut flights possible. When asked if the Chinese and Russians were also space cowboys, you will be surprised at his answer. Ed described the program Greybeard...
Date Aired: Sunday 27 Nov 2005
Dennis Wingo returned to The Space Show for this program. We discussed on orbit construction and its economics, its applications, and how to do it profitably with the private sector. We also discussed heavy lift, its application with the Vision regarding returning to the Moon and going on to Mars. Dennis also brought to our attention new developments and discoveries on the Moon regarding the findings and conclusions as stated in his recent book, "Moonrush. " Mr. Wingo stressed the need for...
Date Aired: Tuesday 22 Nov 2005
Keay Davidson was the guest for this special two hour Space Show program. Mr. Davidson talked to us about science reporting, the qualifications for doing it, the perspective needed, the short comings, the advantages, the problems. It was an enlightening discussion that I believe all of you will appreciate. We also talked about his interest in space dating back to the L5 days. Keay then explained to us why he has become cynical (he attributes it to getting older, growing up, and a changing world...
Date Aired: Sunday 20 Nov 2005
Ms. Irene Schneider was the guest for this Space Show program. We focused the interview on radiation issues regarding the human exploration of Mars. As part of this discussion, space radiation in general was discussed in some detail, starting in LEO, going to the Moon, staying on the Moon, Mars, settling on Mars, and elsewhere in space. We also talked about what makes a planet habitable and Ms. Schneider's thesis research topic which addresses the evolution Mars as a habitable climate and place...
Date Aired: Wednesday 16 Nov 2005
Charles Pooley was the guest for this Space Show program. Mr. Pooley discussed his company, Microlaunchers, and also the subject of microlaunch vehicles, i.e., starting small and growing to larger and more successful launch vehicles. He points out that starting out in the rocket business by making large rockets has a track record leading to failure. Mr. Pooley's approach is to start small, with 1 lb. satellites or cubesats, launching a total payload of 8 lbs. to LEO. In response to questions,...
Date Aired: Tuesday 15 Nov 2005
Kerry Scarlott was the guest for this program which focused on a detailed discussion of ITAR and EAR. ITAR is the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and EAR is the Export Administration Regulations. Mr. Scarlott started the discussion with an ITAR primer, making sure we understood the reason for ITAR, its evolutionary history, how it is applied, what is subject to ITAR, and the challenges in following the ITAR regulatory requirements. As Mr. Scarlott explained, much of the problems stem...
Date Aired: Sunday 13 Nov 2005
Monte Davis was the guest on this Space Show program. Mr. Davis explained the need for markets and demand for developing space commerce and compared the national imperative of the Apollo era to what we have today in the space field. He discussed the realities of chemical rockets, what to expect from them in the future, and how he believes we should focus our energies to enhance the possibilities for being successful in some of the forthcoming private space ventures, including space tourism. Mr...
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