Space Café Podcast - Navigating Our Interplanetary Ambitions

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #84: Barbara Belvisi - Cultivating Life Beyond Our Planet, CEO & Founder @ Interstellar LabEpisode 084 features a special guest:  Barbara BelvisiIn this episode, Markus hosts a fascinating conversation with Barbara Belvisi, the visionary CEO and founder of Interstellar Lab. They delve into the innovative world of bio-regenerative life support systems, space exploration, and the promise of becoming a multi-planetary species.Key Topics:🔹 The mission and vision of Interstellar Lab: Building closed ecological systems🔹 The importance of sustainable farming for life in space and on Earth🔹 Understanding BioPod: A sustainable farming module for space🔹 Technological challenges and solutions in bio-regenerative life support systems🔹 The intersection of sustainability, technology, and space exploration🔹 The importance of preserving life beyond Earth3 Memorable Moments to Share:➡️ "Our vision is to build a backup of Earth somewhere else."➡️ "When I started Interstellar, I started from the ground. I started from Earth. The objective was to preserve life."➡️ "I think it's going to help when we're going to go back to the moon and we'll see again the Earth from space."Sources and Links: 🔹 Barbara Belvisi🔹 Interstellar Lab🔹 BioPod🔹 Spotify Playlist for Future Space Traveller🔹 Barbaras Song ChoiceSend us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #83: Kim Arcand - Unraveling the Universe, Data Storyteller @ NASAEpisode 083  features a special guest:  Dr. Kimberly ArcandIn this episode, Markus Mooslechner engages with Kim Arcand, a premier data storyteller at NASA. They delve into the fascinating realm of data, space exploration, artificial intelligence, and the less explored domain of space sound.Key Topics: 🔹 The artistry of data storytelling in astronomy and the significance of coding and numbers 🔹 Deciphering and interpreting astronomical data 🔹 NASA's Chandra Observatory: Unraveling its data and its pivotal role in x-ray astronomy 🔹 The critical role of different types of light in comprehending the universe 🔹 The exploration of space sound as an overlooked aspect of space study 🔹 The exciting crossroads of AI and space science and its potential3 Memorable Moments to Share:➡️ "Astronomy today is largely numerical; it operates on coding, it operates on numbers." ➡️ "95% of the universe consists of dark energy and dark matter, which we can't even really see." ➡️ "You can convert it into sound, you can convert it into a haptic response. You can work with a 3D print. There are all these other ways of knowing."Sources and Links: 🔹Kim Arcand🔹Picture: Kim Arcand; Photo courtesy of her and credits Brittanny Taylor🔹NASA's Chandra Observatory🔹Information on Space SoundsCurated Spotify playlist for future space travelers: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47P7oLrueWMvhYGxcerIw6?si=d59f343aef5341b4Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #82: Anousheh Ansari - Space Entrepreneur, XPRIZE, and the Future of Exponential TechnologiesEpisode 082  features a special guest:  Anousheh Ansari In this episode, join Anousheh Ansari, a space entrepreneur and the first Iranian, self-funded woman to fly to the International Space Station, as she discusses her journey in the space industry, the future of exponential technologies, and her involvement in the XPRIZE. Key topics:🔹 The role of exponential technologies in the future of humanity🔹 The story of the XPRIZE and its impact on private space exploration🔹 The importance of responsibility, collaboration, skepticism, and optimism in the development of powerful technologies🔹 The role of education in instilling critical thinking and problem-solving skills🔹 The need for a shift in values from financial growth to knowledge growth3 memorable moments to share: ➡️ "When we dream big, we have a big journey ahead. It doesn't matter if we reach the destination, it's about the journey, what we learn and who we become." ➡️ "We should approach new technology with a combination of skepticism and optimism, making sure we understand its ramifications while harnessing its potential."➡️ "Education should equip students with tools to solve problems, rather than viewing them as obstacles."Sources and links:🔹 XPRIZE: https://www.xprize.org/🔹 XPRIZE Connect: https://www.xprize.org/prizes/connect🔹 The Little Prince: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/157993.The_Little_Prince🔹Sting “Fragile”: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/track/5oE6INocVL9viDow5y8QNM?si=9806bb17bc66402c 🔹 Curated Spotify playlist for future space travelers: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47P7oLrueWMvhYGxcerIw6?si=d59f343aef5341b4Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #81: Knicole Colon - Renowned NASA Astrophysicist and Expert in Exoplanet Exploration. The hunt for a second home. Episode 081  features a special guest:  Dr. Knicole Colon Join us in this thought-provoking episode as I sit down with Dr. Knicole Colon, a distinguished astrophysicist from the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, to uncover the mysteries of exoplanets and discuss the future of space exploration. Key takeaways: 🔹 Unveiling the quest for potentially habitable exoplanets and the advanced scientific methods involved.🔹 Exploring the crucial role of telescopes, especially the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes, in propelling our cosmic understanding forward.🔹The hurdles and possibilities surrounding interstellar travel.🔹 The philosophical and practical implications of space exploration and colonization. Three key quotes that encapsulate our conversation:➡️ "To truly advance, we need to explore beyond our solar system and consider the possibility of life on other planets. It's more than science; it's a deep inquiry about our existence."➡️ "Space exploration transcends competition; it is a collective human endeavor aimed at broadening our understanding of the universe and our place within it."➡️ "The exhilaration of space exploration lies not only in discovering new planets but also in the innovative technologies it inevitably ignites." References and additional resources:🔹 Get to know more about Knicole Colon: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/people/322/knicole-colon/ 🔹 Hubble Space Telescope: https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/hubble/main/index.html 🔹 James Webb Space Telescope: https://webb.nasa.gov/ 🔹 Listen to Imagine Dragons' "Radioactive" Song: https://open.spotify.com/track/62yJjFtgkhUrXktIoSjgP2?si=18771509b3b24849 🔹 Curated Spotify playlist for future space travelers: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/47P7oLrueWMvhYGxcerIw6?si=d59f343aef5341b4Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #80: Shawna Pandya - Physician, Astronaut Candidate, Martial Artist, and Space Medicine InnovatorEpisode 080  features a special guest:  Dr. Shawna PandyaIn this episode, join Dr. Shawna Pandya, a physician, citizen-scientist astronaut candidate with Project PoSSUM, martial artist, advanced diver, skydiver, pilot-in-training, and Director of Medical Research at Orbital Assembly Construction, as she delves into her multi-faceted career, her passion for space medicine, and her vision for the future of space exploration. Key topics:🔹 The significance of space medicine and its role in long-term space missions🔹 The intersection of extreme environment medicine and space medicine🔹 The importance of holistic physical and mental preparation for space travel🔹 The future of space exploration and its implications for healthcare 3 memorable moments to share: ➡️ We need to think about not just the medicine but also the psychology, the human factors, the human dynamics of long duration space flight.➡️ The most rewarding part of training for space is the journey itself, the resilience, the grit, the determination that it instills in you.➡️ It's about archiving that mission success, whether that's a successful CPR in a critical care situation on Earth or whether that's landing on Mars. Sources and links:🔹 Shawna Pandya's Website: https://www.shawnapandya.com/🔹 Project PoSSUM: https://projectpossum.org/🔹 Orbital Assembly Construction: https://orbitalassembly.com/🔹 Savage Garden's "To the Moon and Back" Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCm6gRHINqA🔹 Muse's "Starlight" Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pgum6OT_VH8🔹 Linkin Park's "Reanimation" Album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2H4l9RpkwMPlaylist for the Aspiring Space Traveler on Spotify:Space Cafe Podcast Guest TunesSend us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #79: Michael Lentz & Mark SubbaRao - NASA's Creative Wizards, Space Storytelling, and the Art of Communicating Science Episode 079  features a special guests: Michael Lentz & Mark SubbaRao In this episode, join Michael Lentz, the Art Director for the Conceptual Image Lab at NASA, and Mark SubbaRao, the lead at NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, as they delve into the art of communicating science and space storytelling. Learn how visualization plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between science and the general public and discover the potential of art and technology to inspire and educate people about space.  Key topics: 🔹 The role of art and visualization in communicating science 🔹 The importance of storytelling in sharing knowledge about space 🔹 The challenges of creating accurate and realistic space visualizations 🔹 The potential of art and technology to inspire and educate people about space 3 memorable moments to share: ➡️ "There's so much room for creativity and for interpretation within the scientific data that we have, and that's really where the art comes in." - Michael Lentz➡️ "Everybody has a story, and I think that's one of the very visceral parts of being human. It's how we learn by telling stories to each other." - Mark SubbaRao➡️ "The goal of any visualization is to tell a story and to convey information in a way that is understandable and memorable." - Michael LentzGood to know: 🔍 Space Telescopes such as Hubble or JWST have been game-changers in providing high-resolution imagery of space that can be used for scientific visualization.🔍 The Scientific Visualization Studio and Conceptual Image Lab work together to create compelling visualizations that help convey complex space-related concepts.🔍 Visualizations can be used for various purposes, such as education, mission planning, or public outreach, depending on the target audience and the message being conveyed. Sources and links:🔹 NASA Scientific Visualization Studio: https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/🔹 NASA Conceptual Image Lab: https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cilab/index.html🔹 Michael Lentz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thecrayon/🔹 Mark SubbaRao: https://www.linkedin.com/in/msubbarao/🔹 Public Service Broadcasting “Go”: https://open.spotify.com/track/5xYZXIgVAND5sWjN8G0hID?si=5b23d423075a4262Playlist for the Aspiring Space Traveler on Spotify:Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #78: Terhi Vapola - Greencode Ventures, Green Investments, Digital Transformation and the Future of Space TechnologyEpisode 078 features a special guest: Terhi VapolaIn this episode, Terhi Vapola, Co-founder of Greencode Venture, discusses the role of green investments, digital transformation, and the future of space technology in tackling climate change and promoting sustainable development. Key topics include the role of venture capital in supporting green startups, the importance of digitalization in the energy sector, and the potential of space technology in addressing global challenges.3 Memorable Quotes:"It's not just that you say that you are green, but your fundamental existence is dependent on the groundwork to be done so that you can actually have economic opportunities.""For humans, we need always a good crisis. And I think we start to be at the stage where we have a good crisis.""You are not just ESG reporting, but you are actually doing something where you actually bring value, economic value into the system, and finding those solutions."3 Shareable Bites of Useful Information:Digital transformation is crucial in driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions to the climate crisis.Every company must strive to become green, not only in terms of reporting but also in creating real economic value and environmental benefits.Investment in green solutions and technologies provides a significant opportunity for venture capital, particularly as the demand for sustainable solutions grows.Sources and Links:Greencode Venture: https://greencode.vc/Vivaldi Four Seasons: https://open.spotify.com/album/4eEJooUkzenp7lZTtfbIP7?si=SJG-QPVoTaakQxOShDtcZQPlaylist for the Aspiring Space Traveler on Spotify: Space Cafe Podcast Guest TunesThe Space Cafe Podcast brings our signature brand of engaging and relevant content from across the global space economy to you via an exciting new format. Together with award-winning Executive Producer Markus Mooslechner (Terra Mater Factual Studios), our fortnightly podcast features guests that matter.Each episode includes a review of important topics, as well as guest appearances and deep commentary from expert panelists from across the space sector.Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #77: Matt Russo, Astrophysicist and Sound Wizard, the Surprising Appeal of Sounds from Space. Episode 077 features a special guest: Dr. Matt RussoIn this fascinating episode of the Space Cafe Podcast, host Markus Mooslechner is joined by Dr. Matt Russo, an astrophysicist, and musician, to discuss the connection between space and music. They delve into Dr. Russo's journey from a musician to an astrophysicist, the sound of gravitational waves, and the idea of life beyond Earth. The conversation also covers the importance of interdisciplinary collaborations and the role of music in understanding the universe.Memorable Quotes:"I think the connections between science and music are really just the human mind wanting to understand and perceive the universe." – Dr. Matt Russo"Gravitational waves are very similar to sound waves, but they're not waves of pressure, they're waves of stretching and squeezing space itself." – Dr. Matt Russo "Most astronomers that I've talked to, at least including myself, think it'd be absurd if we were alone." – Dr. Matt RussoShareable Bites:System Sounds, a project by Dr. Matt Russo, translates data from the universe into music to make astronomy more accessible and engaging for people.The discovery of gravitational waves opened up a new way to explore the universe by observing how these waves stretch and squeeze space itself.Copernican principles teach us that we are not in a special place or time in the universe, suggesting that life beyond Earth is likely, given the vastness of space and the number of planets discovered.Sources and Links:Dr. Matt Russo's project, System Sounds: https://www.system-sounds.com/LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory): https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/Book: "The Righteous Mind" by Jonathan Haidt: https://www.amazon.com/Righteous-Mind-Divided-Politics-Religion/dp/0307455777Song: "Little Wing" by Jimi Hendrix: https://open.spotify.com/track/3q8HGZpIuOjgI9UI2Q1iRyThe Space Cafe Podcast brings our signature brand of engaging and relevant content from across the global space economy to you via an exciting new format. Together with award-winning Executive Producer Markus Mooslechner (Terra Mater Factual Studios), our fortnightly podcast features guests that matter.Each episode includes a review of important topics, as well as guest appearances and deep commentary from expert panelists from across the space sector.SPOTIFY:  Send us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #76: Niklas Hedman, UNOOSA: Exploring the Intersection of Space Industry and International Diplomacy (with a surprising twist)Episode 076 features a special guest: Niklas HedmanIn episode 76 of the Space Cafe Podcast, host Markus Mooslechner interviews Niklas Hedman, the acting director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), about the challenges and opportunities of space exploration. They discuss topics such as international cooperation, space debris, and the potential benefits of space exploration for sustainable development. Key Notions:International cooperation is essential for the success of space exploration.Space debris poses a serious threat to current and future space missions.Space exploration has the potential to bring significant benefits to sustainable development on Earth. Memorable Quotes:"Space exploration is not a zero-sum game." - Niklas Hedman"We cannot close our eyes for the problems that we are facing." - Niklas Hedman"We are all in the same boat when it comes to space." - Niklas HedmanThe Space Cafe Podcast brings our signature brand of engaging and relevant content from across the global space economy to you via an exciting new format. Together with award-winning Executive Producer, Markus Mooslechner (Terra Mater Factual Studios), our fortnightly podcast features guests that matter.Each episode includes a review of important topics, as well as guest appearances and deep commentary from expert panelists from across the space sector.SPOTIFY:  Space Cafe Podcast Guest TunesSend us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!

SpaceWatch.Global is pleased to present: The Space Café Podcast #75: Midge Goldberg: Exploring the Intersection of Space Science and PoetryEpisode 075 features a special guest: Midge GoldbergIn this episode of the Space Cafe Podcast, host Markus Mooslechner is joined by Midge Goldberg, an award-winning poet. They discuss the intersection of science and poetry and how the two seemingly disparate fields can complement each other.Central Ideas:The intersection of science and poetry provides unique opportunities for creativity and exploration.Poetry can provide a more accessible and emotional understanding of scientific concepts.Machines may be able to mimic the technical aspects of poetry, but they cannot replicate the emotional and human elements.Mentioned Poetry and Authors:"Snowman's Code" by Midge Goldberg"Annie's Song" by John Denver"The Ballet of the Eight-Week Kittens" by Deborah WarrenMidge Goldberg's insights on the intersection of science and poetry are fascinating and thought-provoking. Her book, "Outer Space - 100 Poems” is a great example of how science and poetry can work together to create something unique and beautiful. As technology advances, the question of whether machines can replace human poets becomes more relevant, but Goldberg believes that the emotional and human elements of poetry cannot be replicated. This episode provides a unique perspective on the role of poetry in science and technology.The Space Cafe Podcast brings our signature brand of engaging and relevant content from across the global space economy to you via an exciting new format. Together with award-winning Executive Producer, Markus Mooslechner (Terra Mater Factual Studios), our fortnightly podcast features guests that matter.Each episode includes a review of important topics, as well as guest appearances and deep commentary from expert panelists from across the space sector.SPOTIFY:  Space Cafe Podcast Guest TunesSend us a textYou can find us on Spotify and Apple Podcast!Please visit us at SpaceWatch.Global, subscribe to our newsletters. Follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter!