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The Space Show

The Space Show
The Space Show focuses on timely and important issues influencing the development of outer-space commerce, space tourism,space exploration and space development. The Space Show is committed to facilitating our becoming a space-faring nation and society with a growing and self-sustaining space-faring economy.  The Space Show also focuses on other related subjects of interest to us all.

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Created by: David Livingston
Created on: 12 May 2005
Language: English


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Add this to another station Mike Gold, Friday, 8-29-25 (9.43MB; download) -- Mike Gold from Redwire Space spoke about many topics including budgets, Artemis, international relations and space, China, UAPs and more. See the full summary at www.thespaceshow.com for this date as well as both the video and audio archive at doctorspace.substack.com.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 30 Aug 2025 18:40:50 UTC
Add this to another station John Batchelor Hotel Mars, Wednesday, Eric Berger, 8-27-25 (1.20MB; download) -- Pending
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 29 Aug 2025 17:30:08 UTC
Add this to another station Dr. Namrata Goswami, Tuesday, 8-26-25 (8.82MB; download) -- We welcomed our guest, Dr. Namrata Goswami, with the objectives of exploring China's lunar ambitions and space policies, comparing them to US initiatives while discussing the implications for commercial space activities and national security. The discussion concluded with analyses of China's strategic energy initiatives and space technology development, including their approach to commercial space partnerships and the potential impact of U.S. sanctions on Russian oil imports on India's space relationships. Space Show participants included Marshal Martin, Dr. Ajay Kothari, Rick Kwan, John Hunt, Dr. Charles Lurio and Amir Notea. Read the full summary at both www.thespaceshow.com and doctorspace.substack.com. The Zoom video is also on the Substack page.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:39:38 UTC
Add this to another station Open Lines, Sunday, 8-24-25 (13.80MB; download) -- Our Open Lines program began members of our Advisory Board in the Zoom meeting on casual conversation before transitioning into discussions about SpaceX's fundraising efforts and technical challenges with video conferencing and their upcoming Starship test 10 flight. The group then explored various space-related topics including more Starship test flights and SpaceX, lunar landing architectures, and NASA's Artemis program, while also discussing the importance of public communication about space exploration and its potential benefits. The conversation ended with discussions about scientific discoveries, upcoming shows featuring space policy experts, and an art showing by Dr. Kothari, along with additional updates about the upcoming Starship launch. Read the full summary at both www.thespaceshow.com and doctorspace.substack.com for this date, Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 25 Aug 2025 21:00:04 UTC
Add this to another station The John Batchelor Show Hotel Mars, Wednesday, 8-20-5 (1.18MB; download) -- John Batchelor and I welcomed Rick Fisher back to the program to discuss China's space program, focusing on the Long March 10 and 9 rockets. Rick explained that the Long March 10, which recently passed a static test, is designed to transport cargo and astronauts to the moon, while the Long March 9, similar in size to SpaceX's Starship, is intended for lunar missions and eventual Mars expeditions. David asked about China’s funding of their space program given report of Chinese economic problems. Rick noted that China's space program is a priority for the Communist Party due to its strategic importance. He suggested that the Chinese government may prioritize space exploration over other areas due to its focus on maintaining power. Rick also outlined a timeline for China’s lunar program. Rick was also asked about their work on human spaceflight medical challenges plus their lunar settlement plans, if any. You might be surprised by what our guest had to say about their lunar development settlement plans/program.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 23 Aug 2025 17:03:05 UTC
Add this to another station Mari Anne Snow, CEO of EASCRA, Friday, 8-22-25 (10.89MB; download) -- Our Zoom program with Mari Anne Snow, CEO of EASCRA, began with a focus on Eascra Biotech's innovative work in nanomedicine, including their space missions and development of Janus-based nanoparticles for medical applications. The discussion concluded with detailed exploration of the company's space-based manufacturing processes, potential profitability, and future plans for clinical trials and product development. Read the full summary at both www.thespaceshow.com and doctorspace.substack.com for this date, Friday, August 22, 2025. You can also watch the video at our Substack site.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:46:22 UTC
Add this to another station Michael Listner, Tuesday, 8-19-25 (8.48MB; download) -- In this space policy discussion, host David and guest Michael Listener, a space attorney, addressed recent developments including potential changes to COMSTAC, budget concerns, and the Trump administration's approach to commercial space through executive orders. They explored international competition with China, regulatory challenges for lunar nuclear power, and the philosophical differences between US and European space law approaches. The conversation also covered practical ways citizens can influence space policy, though both speakers acknowledged the difficulty of accessing decision-makers without connections or expensive lobbying efforts. Read the full summary for this date at www.thespaceshow.com and at doctorspace.substack.com.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:09:48 UTC
Add this to another station Open Lines, Sunday, 8-17-25 (14.59MB; download) -- ur Open Lines program began by delving into a wide-ranging discussion about space exploration topics including nuclear power on the Moon, micro reactors, and SpaceX's Starship program. Together we explored various challenges facing space missions, including regulatory hurdles, technical limitations, and the need for proper infrastructure, while also discussing the financial implications of space programs and the role of government involvement. The conversation ended with updates on upcoming events, including an art show by Dr. Ajay and discussions about Artemis program development, along with announcements about future Space Show programs. Joining us in our Zoom discussion were Marshall Martin, John Hunt, Dr. Sherry Bell, Dr. Ajay Kothari, and John Jossy. We had a call from Tony in Pasadena and a few emails from the live stream listening audience. I also talked about my recent Coast to Coast appearance on one or two specific topics in conjunction with anew Sunday Op-Ed by Mark Whitington.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:43:31 UTC
Add this to another station Hotel Mars with Andrew Chanin, Wednesday, 8-12-25 (2.22MB; download) -- Hotel Mars guest Andrew Chanin discussed the ETF (Exchange Traded Fund UfO, which provides exposure to global space companies, and explored various investment opportunities in the space industry, including both public and private companies. He examined different investment approaches and vehicles, such as exchange-traded funds, special purpose vehicles, and private securities markets, while considering factors like company profitability and access to public markets. The conversation concluded with discussions about space infrastructure development, military strategy, and the potential for investing in lunar space infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of proper capital management and technology diversity.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Sat, 16 Aug 2025 16:39:53 UTC
Add this to another station Dr. A.P. Kothari, Via Zoom, Tuesday, 8-12-25 (13.33MB; download) -- The program focused on Ajay Kothari's proposal to use multiple Falcon Heavy rockets instead of Starship or SLS for lunar missions, which he argued would be more cost-effective and implementable within two years despite technical challenges raised by other participants. The group discussed broader concerns about the Artemis program's leadership, timeline feasibility, and competition with China's lunar ambitions, with some members expressing skepticism about returning to the moon while others emphasized the importance of establishing infrastructure like nuclear power systems. The conversation ended with participants debating when humans would actually return to the moon, with estimates ranging from 2028-2029, and David announcing upcoming shows including Hotel Mars and an appearance on Coast to Coast. Please read the full summary of this program at www.thespaceshow.com for this date, Tuesday, August 12, 2025. In addition, the video and audio archive will soon be published at doctorspace.substack.com.
Selected by: David Livingston [ stations ], Wed, 13 Aug 2025 22:01:46 UTC
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