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A New Frontier: 3. Life on Mars
Jul 24, 2024
Delve into the new era of space exploration with private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin allowing more people to travel into space. Explore the ambitions of spacefaring billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos to settle on celestial bodies like Mars, raising questions about land ownership and governance. Join the conversation with astronaut Ed Dwight, anthropologist Deana Weibel, NASA consultant Linda Billings, and space lawyer Michelle Hanlon on the ethical dilemmas and challenges of space exploration.
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- Space exploration by private companies raises ethical questions about access and responsibilities.
- Managing space debris is crucial for sustainability and safety in space travel.
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Edward Dwight Jr.'s Dream of Space Exploration
Edward Dwight Jr. grew up with a passion for flying, leading to a notable journey from building airplanes out of Orange Crates to becoming a pilot. His aspiration to be an astronaut was delayed due to racial discrimination despite being selected as the first black man for space by JFK, showcasing the challenges faced in the space industry. Finally, at 90 years old, Ed realized his dream through Blue Origin, highlighting the evolving landscape of space travel driven by private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin.
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