The first week of June went HARD for Space - and for Human Spaceflight it was fully loaded! So many launches, including the success of Boeing's CFT Starliner that brought Astronauts Sunita Williams & Butch Wilmore! We break down what happened, why it was a success, and our thoughts on the Crew Test Flight. We really can't stress how important having TWO human-rated spacecraft for the US to launch from our own soil - and we do our best to tell that story with this episode. For those wondering - this is a good review of my thoughts on EVERYTHING Starliner CFT - so buckle up. Best of luck to Astronauts Suni & Butch on their return trip on 'Calipso' - their Starliner!

Let us know what YOU thought about Boeing's Starliner Crew Test Flight - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com!

Topics from the episode:

spacecraft, astronauts, space, boeing, spacex, space station, orbit, launch, nasa, program, humans, leaks, space shuttle, test, iss, experienced, decisions, united launch alliance, crew, team

We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!

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SOURCES:

https://www.youtube.com/live/HneVxAmYcaA?si=htH7JFLrIH5s5gAJ

https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/05/the-surprise-is-not-that-boeing-lost-commercial-crew-but-that-it-finished-at-all/

https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-helium-leaks-assessment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xY96v0OIcK4

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:17 Boeing's Starliner launches Astronauts & docks with the ISS, despite challenges and delays.
05:55 NASA's Commercial Crew Program and its benefits for space exploration.
11:35 Boeing's Starliner spacecraft and its impact on space travel.

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Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!

Spread Love, Spread Science
Alex G. Orphanos

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Last week was some of the most exciting and jam packed space events I've seen in a while. So many launches, including the success of SpaceX's Starship Test Flight 4! We break down what happened, why it was a success, and our thoughts on Flight Test 4, 5, and beyond. We really can't stress how much progress was made with IFT4 - and we do our best to tell that story with this episode. For those wondering - this is a good review of my thoughts on EVERYTHING test flight 4 - so buckle up.

Let us know what YOU thought about IFT4 and Starship - email us at todayinspacepodcast@gmail.com!

Topics from the episode:

starship, spacex, spacecraft, rocket, flaps, flight, booster, test, launch pad, humans, faa, launch, space, landing, orbit, land, reentry, artemis, experienced, starships

We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!

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SOURCES:

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798689697184764071

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1799458854067118450

https://x.com/SpaceX/status/1798792222743122164

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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:00 What is Starship and why is it important?
05:00 SpaceX's Starship reentry test - controlled reentry & spacecraft /booster survival
10:33 SpaceX's fourth flight test of Starship - Our Thoughts

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Spread Love, Spread Science
Alex G. Orphanos

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On this episode we speak with NASA Astronaut Don Pettit about his Astronaut Origin Story and the 'maker mentality'. Don is preparing for Expedition 71/72 which will launch to the International Space Station aboard a Soyux (MS-26) from Baikonur Cosmodrome later this year. We were grateful for the NASA teams for helping us set up time with Don to chat all-things space. Welcome our first Astronaut to the podcast!

Don Pettit's origin story encapsulates that of a Maker - always wondering if things can be done better and making things to adjust a long the way. From his early days in junkyards, his time as a Rookie Astronaut, and helping create the first off-world patented item (the Zero-G cup), Don has had an amazing career. We discuss what's to come on Expedition 71/72, how "the crew" is the most important aspect of human space travel, and what the future could hold for us in space.

Thank you to Don, Garrett, and the NASA teams for helping us make this happen!

Topics from the episode:

space, astronaut, spacecraft, mission, air conditioning, nasa, fly, invention, love, space station, solar panels, crew, space station, engineering, human beings

We'd love to know your thoughts and questions!

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SOURCES:

https://x.com/astro_Pettit
https://www.nasa.gov/people/donald-r-pettit/
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/don-pettit-nasas-oldest-active-astronaut-is-going-back-to-space/
https://www.instagram.com/astro_pettit/

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Timestamps:
00:00 Astronaut origin stories and space exploration with Don Pettit.
04:42 Becoming an astronaut, emphasizing math, science, engineering skills.
09:25 Engineering, space travel, and the importance of teamwork.
13:49 Space station training, upgrades, and longevity.
21:03 Space training, effects of zero gravity, and return to Earth.
26:48 Adapting to extreme environments, invention of a cup for drinking in space
31:19 Teamwork and innovation in space exploration.

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Here's to building a fantastic future - and continued progress in Space (and humanity)!

Spread Love, Spread Science
Alex G. Orphanos

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