In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir speaks with Dr. Victoria Kirichenko, Asgardian resident and crew physician for the SIRIUS-21 project.

SIRIUS-21 simulates a long-duration lunar mission to study the effects of isolation on human health, performance, and psychological resilience—especially focusing on female crew members. Dr. Kirichenko shares her firsthand insights into what it takes to prepare humans for extended space travel and how ground-based experiments are critical stepping stones toward deep space missions.

🎧 Join us as we explore the intersection of science, health, and humanity’s future beyond Earth.

In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir speaks with Corna Olivier, an expert at the crossroads of psychology, information technology, and education.

Together, they explore how Generative AI is reshaping classrooms, creating new learning opportunities, and preparing students for a future that stretches beyond Earth. Corna shares real-world insights on the power of AI-driven education—and why embracing these technologies is crucial for the next generation of innovators, explorers, and space citizens.

🎧 Tune in for a forward-looking conversation about AI, learning, and the future of humanity’s expansion into space.

In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir is joined by Simon Feast, the newly appointed CEO of the British Interplanetary Society (BIS).

As the world’s longest-running space organization, BIS has both a storied past and a bold future—and Simon shares how it's staying relevant in today’s fast-evolving space landscape.

We talk about:
🚀 Strategic leadership in space innovation
🌍 BIS’s mission to educate, inspire, and advance astronautics
🛰 The UK’s position in global space exploration
👥 Why engaging the public is key to long-term space success

This is a grounded and inspiring look at what it takes to lead—and evolve—a legacy institution for the next frontier.

In Episode 14 of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir speaks with space philosopher Frank White, author of The Overview Effect and founder of the COSMA Hypothesis.

They explore the transformative experience astronauts go through when seeing Earth from space—and how that shift in perspective could help unify humanity, evolve our values, and redefine the purpose of space exploration.

This episode covers:
🌍 The psychological shift called the Overview Effect
🧠 Frank’s vision of a cosmic, unified human mindset
🚀 Why exploring space is as spiritual as it is scientific
🌌 How the COSMA Hypothesis connects space to consciousness

This is more than a discussion—it’s an invitation to reimagine our place in the universe.

In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir speaks with Lembit Öpik, established British politician and Chair of Parliament for Asgardia the Space Nation.

Together, they dive into what Asgardia truly stands for—and clear up the common misconceptions about this pioneering space nation. Lembit shares his insights on governance in space, the challenges of building a new society beyond Earth, and what makes Asgardia unique in the landscape of future-facing initiatives.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to build a nation beyond the atmosphere, this episode is a must-listen.

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In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir speaks with Dumitru-Dorin Prunariu, Romanian cosmonaut and international space policy leader, about the looming risk posed by asteroids and what we’re doing to stop them.

From advanced detection systems to deflection strategies and international policy coordination, this conversation dives deep into the science and diplomacy of planetary defense.

You’ll learn:
🪐 Why asteroid impacts are a serious—yet solvable—global threat
🌍 How space agencies monitor near-Earth objects
🛰 What kind of missions could save Earth from impact
🤝 The importance of global collaboration and Asgardia’s vision for space security

If you’ve ever wondered whether Earth is really in danger—or how space policy works to keep us safe—this episode delivers answers.

In this episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir explores one of the most important—and personal—challenges of space travel: what happens to the human body when we leave Earth.

Joining him is Dr. Floris Wuyts, a leading space physiologist from Belgium, who unpacks the science of living in microgravity. From muscle and bone loss to neurological effects and radiation exposure, Dr. Wuyts shares groundbreaking insights into how we can survive, adapt, and thrive in space.

You’ll learn:
🧠 How space affects human biology
💪 What astronauts endure on long missions
🧬 Why space medicine is critical for the future of exploration

Whether you're a science buff, space enthusiast, or future astronaut, this episode offers a deep and human look into our journey beyond Earth.

In the debut episode of Highway to Space, host Dan Profir introduces listeners to the bold and visionary concept of Asgardia the Space Nation.

What exactly is Asgardia? How does it differ from a government, a space agency, or a social experiment? And why does it matter for the future of humanity in space?

This episode dives into:
🚀 The foundational goals and philosophy behind Asgardia
🌐 Space citizenship and building a digital nation in orbit
⚖️ How Asgardia is shaping space law, policy, and innovation for tomorrow’s civilization

Whether you're a space enthusiast, futurist, or curious citizen of Earth, this conversation is your first step into a world where space isn’t just the final frontier—it’s home.