Akimbo: A Podcast from Seth Godin
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Jan 31, 2024
Seth Godin, bestselling author, discusses significant moments in history that shaped space exploration, the impact of industrialism on rocket development, the influence of 'Conquest of Space' and geosynchronous satellites, working with influential figures, and the tension between creating and promoting art.
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- The origins of space exploration can be traced back to science fiction literature and the efforts of individuals like Hugo Gernsbach and Arthur C. Clark.
- World War I and II played a significant role in the development of space exploration, with the influx of German scientists to the US and the contributions of Soviet rocket scientist Sergei Korlev.
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The Origins of the Countdown
The podcast delves into the history of the countdown, tracing its origins to Jules Verne's writings about a mythical club in Baltimore in 1865. The podcast explores how the idea of going to the moon gained traction over the years, from the emergence of science fiction literature to films like 'Woman in the Moon.' It highlights the role of Hugo Gernsbach and his magazine in popularizing the concept of space exploration. The podcast also mentions Archie Clark, who, inspired by a book called 'Conquest of Space,' later became known as Arthur C. Clark, a significant figure in the field of science fiction and the inventor of the geosynchronous communication satellite.
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