Moonshots with Peter Diamandis EP #2 I Almost Killed Stephen Hawking (True Story of Flying Stephen Hawking to Space) w/ Peter Diamandis
Oct 5, 2022
Hear a thrilling tale about taking Stephen Hawking to zero gravity, capturing his awe-inspiring smile. Discover the journey from dream to reality in commercial space travel, tackling regulatory red tape and celebrating the importance of human expansion into space. Explore how these endeavors not only address earthly problems like climate change but also inspire future generations. Plus, find out how personal health optimization intersects with groundbreaking space exploration. It's a riveting discussion of creativity, determination, and the human spirit!
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Hawking's Smile
- Peter Diamandis describes gently lifting Professor Hawking into zero gravity.
- Hawking smiled like a child, a rare sight due to his limited muscle control.
Zero-G's Origin
- Peter Diamandis's childhood dream of space travel led him to NASA's zero-G aircraft.
- Denied access, he started Zero Gravity Corporation to offer weightlessness to others.
"No" Means Begin Higher
- Treat "no" as a starting point to find higher-level solutions.
- When facing obstacles, seek alternative approaches and elevate your thinking.