Joey Roulette and Jacqueline Feldscher discuss the Falcon 9 failure fallout and Starliner communication woes. Topics include canceled lunar rover, Starliner crew confidence, Firefly Aerospace CEO investigation, and industry challenges.

In this episode, space reporter Joey Roulette from Reuters dives into the mishaps surrounding Boeing's new reusable spacecraft, which has left two astronauts stranded at the International Space Station. He discusses the excitement of the initial mission rollout contrasted with the technical failures that followed. The podcast highlights communication frustrations between NASA and the press, the challenges faced by the astronauts in space, and compares Boeing's struggles with SpaceX's successes. It's a riveting look at the hurdles in modern space exploration.

Joey Roulette, a space reporter at Reuters, dives into the troubling saga of Boeing's Starliner mission. He discusses the contrasting experiences of astronauts Butch and Sunny, celebrating success while grappling with hidden challenges. The episode highlights press access limitations and the astronauts' uncertain return options. Joey also delves into the NASA-Boeing relationship and explains how Boeing's failures impact trust and competition against SpaceX, reshaping the future of astronaut transport in an unpredictable landscape.