This chapter explores the balance between government and commercial interests in space travel, discussing the potential loss of dignity and nostalgia associated with the early days of space exploration. It raises questions about the profitability and sustainability of a self-sustaining space economy.
NASA has long relied on private companies to build its rockets, but now it’s turning to private companies to own and operate them too. Washington Post space reporter Christian Davenport explains the new commercial space race.
This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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