Casey Dreier

In this engaging chat, Casey Dreier, Chief of Space Policy at the Planetary Society, dives deep into the societal impacts of NASA’s $25 billion budget. He discusses how space exploration fuels innovation, from GPS to solar panels, and the importance of funding space science over human spaceflight. Casey also addresses the politicization of NASA funding, highlighting bipartisan resistance to budget cuts. With a nod to the historical significance of the Apollo era, he emphasizes that private companies like SpaceX can’t replace the essential work of public-funded science.

Casey Dreier, Chief of Space Policy at The Planetary Society, Ambre Trujillo, Digital Community Manager, and Jack Kiraly, Director of Government Relations, dive deep into the value and future of space exploration. They tackle common misconceptions about NASA, highlighting its vital role against private sector limitations. The trio discusses community advocacy for NASA funding and the crucial impact of space technology on Earth’s challenges, including climate change. Tune in for insights on how space science shapes our world while encouraging the next generation of explorers.

Blazing a Trail to the Moon features guests Casey Dreier, Jack Kiraly, and Kate Howells. They discuss the Japanese space agency's successful lunar landing, upcoming solar eclipse, and the importance of advocacy and funding for space missions. The podcast also explores NASA's Lunar Trailblazer mission and the significance of mapping the moon's water resources. Additionally, it discusses the framing issue in Apollo 11 images and announces a future episode on solar eclipses.