Exploring Space Commercialization and Snack Innovation

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This chapter explores the motivations and innovations behind the privatization of space exploration, with companies like SpaceX leading the way. It humorously highlights the challenges of consuming snacks in zero gravity, including a new design of Doritos aimed at reducing floating debris.

Capsule that can withstand vacuum? Check. Low-pressure spacesuit? Check. Space-friendly Doritos? Check. The first spacewalk by private citizens showcases SpaceX’s prowess, the viability of privately funded exploration—and extraplanetary product placement. Gene editing has revolutionised the treatment for certain conditions, but can the staggering prices be brought down (11:30)? And some big news about Espresso, our daily briefing app (20:20).

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