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  • Nicolina Elrick: Blue Origin Astronaut and Entrepreneur
    2024/11/06

    In this weeks episode, Nicolina Elrick takes us behind the scenes of her extraordinary journey to space with Blue Origin. Nicolina is a multi-faceted leader in both philanthropy and entrepreneurship, and on this weeks episode shares what it’s like to break through the Kármán line and experience the profound awe of space. We explore the pivotal moments of her flight, her reflections on seeing Earth from afar, and her proposal for a future SpaceX philanthropic mission!

    This weeks episode is sponsored by AIDAA.

    Check them out: https://www.aidaa.it/

    OUTLINE:

    Here’s approximate timestamps for the episode.

    00:00 Intro to Episode - Nicolina Elrick & shout out to this weeks episode sponsor AIDAA https://www.aidaa.it/

    01:26 Met at the IAC (the worlds largest space event)

    03:00 Nicolina’s trip to space!

    07:52 Nicolina’s successful mission:

    08:08 Space relatable

    11:25 Renewed sense of purpose

    13:03 Nicolina’s bio and unique journey to Space: https://nicolinae.com/

    17:30 Grit Diamonds Stars

    21:00 The families during launches

    23:03 Psychology of preparation for space

    24:20 Learnings from crewmates

    25:45 Advice to young people

    29:25 Whats next on Nicolina’s horizon? SpaceX mission concept

    32:25 Wrap up and socials

    Connect with Nikolina Elrick:

    Website: www.nicolinaE.com

    X: https://twitter.com/nicolinaElrick

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealnicolinae/

    Other socials/links: https://linktr.ee/astronautnicolina

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    34 分
  • Yanni Barghouty: Co-Founder and CEO of Cosmic Shielding Corporation (CSC)
    2024/10/16

    This episode explores Yanni Barghouty’s work with Cosmic Shielding Corporation (CSC) and their mission to create next-generation radiation shielding solutions for the space industry. Yanni shares his journey from biomedical engineering to space entrepreneurship, discusses the challenges of developing advanced materials for radiation protection, and provides insights into the future of space safety and human spaceflight.

    OUTLINE:

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    01:00 What/Why is Cosmic Shielding Corporation/CSC?

    07:09 Starting up/Business partner

    11:20 Launching/testing

    13:25 The ordering process

    20:42 Challenges of new technologies and protecting humans

    25:00 AI in shielding?

    37:33 Challenges of space entrepreneurship

    43:10 Open for business

    45:35 Wrap up and socials

    Connect with Cosmic Shielding Corporation:

    Website: https://cosmicshielding.com/

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    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cosmic-shielding-corporation/

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    46 分
  • Adriano Autino: Expanding Horizons - the Space Renaissance and the Future of Civilisation Beyond Earth
    2024/08/30

    In episode 105, Ben welcomes Adriano V. Autino, the visionary behind Space Renaissance International, an organisation dedicated to advancing civilian space development and the space economy. Adriano shares his insights on how humanity can expand beyond Earth, the importance of developing low-cost access to space, and the role of space in the U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals and why "Space" should be the 18th SDG! They also explore the Space Renaissance Manifesto and discuss the exciting possibilities of space tourism, geo-lunar industrialisation, and more.

    OUTLINE:

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    00:00 Intro to episode

    01:00 bringing on Adriano Autino. What is the Space Renaissance International? (SRI)

    07:00 Mission of the SRI manifesto

    13:40 SDG’s - why a new “Space” one?

    20:22 Not going to space isn’t an option

    21:35 Why 2025 is an important year for the Space/UN agenda

    27:05 Responsibility for space faring civilisations to advance space for the world

    32:12 Supporting

    33:53 Wrap Up and Socials

    Connect with Adriano V. Autino:

    Websites: Space Renaissance International Space Renaissance Academy
    Personal website: Adriano V. Autino

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AVAutinoSpaceRenaissancePhilosophyLinkedin: LinkedIn profile

    >> Sign the #Space18SDG pledge to add an 18th SDG to the UN 2030 Agenda (on Change.org)
    >> Add your organization to the #Space18SDG proposers

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    35 分
  • John Conafay: CEO and Co-Founder of Integrate, Innovating Space Systems and Managing the Future
    2024/08/16

    In this episode, Ben sits down with John Conafay, a US Air Force Veteran and the CEO & Co-Founder of Integrate, a company that’s revolutionising space mission management through cutting-edge software solutions. With a wealth of experience from his time at Spire, Astranis, SpaceFlight, and ABL Space Systems, John shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of the new space economy. They delve into the innovations driving the industry forward, including transforming space mission planning from 2D to 3D logistics, and how software can solve critical issues like launch capacity management. They also discuss the broader implications of these advancements for the future of space exploration and the ethical considerations involved. Tune in for a deep dive into the world of space tech and the exciting future it holds.

    OUTLINE:

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    00:00 Intro to episode

    01:18 Integrate

    06:51 Optimising systems

    08:57 2D to 3D - what does it mean?

    10:12 Previous pain points at previous companies

    13:26 Growth into other sectors

    15:45 Spaceforce & Firefly

    17:45 “Nice to have” digital tools

    20:40 Adoption of software

    22:34 Other tech in space industry

    22:52 Future of Integrate

    25:30 Pain of entrepreneurship

    28:00 Advice to aspiring space being a space tech entrepreneur

    30:13 What sparked your interest in space?

    32:04 Wrap up and socials

    Connect with John Conafay:

    Website: https://integrate.space/

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conafay/

    X: https://twitter.com/jconafay

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    33 分
  • Eric Berger: on his new book 'Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age'
    2024/08/08

    In this episode, Ben sits down (again) with Eric Berger, Senior Space Editor at Ars Technica and author of the upcoming book 'Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age'

    They discuss the Polaris Dawn mission, the state of the space industry, NASA's Crew-9 launch delay, and the latest breaking stories in the space industry. Eric shares his thoughts on Elon Musk's current focus and vision at SpaceX, as well as the critical role billionaires are playing in space exploration.

    OUTLINE:

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    00:00 Intro to Episode 103

    00:40 Eric back for more!

    01:20 Interviewing NASA administrator

    02:08 Starliner date pushed back

    03:51 Polaris Dawn

    05:22 Why is it significant?

    07:20 Billionaires in Space

    08:50 NEW BOOK: “Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age”

    12:10 The Technical Challenges of SpaceX 2008-2020

    15:10 Importance of Gwynne Shotwell

    17:00 Significance of Falcon Heavy

    19:00 The emotion of launches

    21:10 Artemis

    24:02 China

    24:50 New Glenn

    26:06 First mover advantage for reusable rocket companies?

    28:15 Stoke Space

    28:30 SpaceX

    29:32 Vision of SpaceX

    31:40 Elon and politics

    33:55 Elon’s Musks Plans too ambitious?

    36:20 Wrap Up and socials

    Pre-order Eric’s new book Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age

    Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Reentry-SpaceX-Reusable-Rockets-Launched/dp/1637745273

    Penguin: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/759707/reentry-by-eric-berger/

    X: https://twitter.com/SciGuySpace

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    38 分
  • Roman Chiporukha: Co-Founder and Chief Executive Office of SpaceVIP, a mission-based expedition company for space and space-related experiences
    2024/07/25

    In episode 102, chats to Roman Chiporukha, founder of SpaceVIP and co-founder of the luxury lifestyle management firm Roman & Erica. They dive deep into the burgeoning world of private space exploration, discussing the fascinating journey of introducing the final passenger to Axiom’s Ax-1 mission—a $50 million ticket to the first all-private space mission to the International Space Station.

    Roman shares his insights on making space exploration more accessible to the private sector, the exciting future of Michelin-starred meals in space, and how celebrities and billionaires are shaping the next frontier.

    OUTLINE:

    Here’s approximate timestamps for the episode.

    00:14 Introduction to Episode

    00:50 Origin story or not!

    03:00 Axiom1 and selling a $50m ticket!

    05:58 Space VIP https://www.spacevip.com/

    07:24 Experience in luxury lifestyle management

    09:05 Michelin-starred meals in Space

    13:44 Space Perspective https://spaceperspective.com/

    16:30 The Space Prize Foundation https://www.spaceprize.org/

    21:10 SpaceVIP Products/Experiences in the pipeline

    26:30 Risks with these experiences

    32:40 Celebs in Space

    40:00 Final thought - WHY SPACE

    41:50 Wrap Up and socials

    Connect with Roman Chiporukha

    Website: https://www.spacevip.com/

    X: https://twitter.com/getmaxspace

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spacevip/

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    43 分
  • Kirsten Whittingham: President of Max Space and Chief Revenue Officer at Cosmic Girls Foundation
    2024/07/18

    In episode 101, Ben chats to Kirsten Whittingham, President of Max Space. Kirsten shares insights into her diverse and impressive career in the aerospace industry, from generating significant revenue at Axiom Space to overseeing the development of innovative expandable habitats at Max Space. The conversation delves into the unique technology behind Max Space's scalable habitats, the challenges and milestones ahead, and the future of space habitation. Kirsten also discusses her work with the Cosmic Girls Foundation, aiming to address gender inequality in the space industry and inspire more young girls to pursue STEM careers.

    OUTLINE:

    Here’s approximate timestamps for the episode.

    00:14 Intro to

    00:48 Introduction to Kirsten Whittingham

    01:28 What is Max Space?

    04:57 Inflatable

    06:21 Mission in 2026

    09:00 What is a soft goods?

    10:22 Psychology of inflatable structures

    12:20 How big could they be?

    13:50 Experience from Axiom

    17:35 Raising money for space startups

    20:50 Sustainability

    23:08 Private/public partnerships

    25:55 Uses of Max Space habitat from research, manufacturing, space debris and sport?!

    27:50 Cosmic Girls Foundation https://www.cosmicgirls.org/donate

    30:45 CGF Initiatives

    32:02 Advice to young people

    35:10 Vision for the future of the space industry

    37:53 Wrap Up and socials

    Connect with Max Space:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getmaxspace

    Website: https://getmaxspace.com/

    X: https://twitter.com/getmaxspace

    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/getmaxspace/about/

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    39 分