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Casual Space

Let"s talk SPACE, and let"s keep it casual. Nothing too technical. Stories that inspire. As a former NASA Public Affairs Officer, let be serve as your guide. I"ll provide conversations that are both interesting and fun. Each weekly episode brings a new, fresh discussion on a variety of space topics & stories. The universe is pretty big, so there"s always something new to discover! Join me and find YOUR inner space geek on Casual Space!

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102: Dr. Gary Li Perfectly Explains Plasma Propulsion

Casual Space ·

2020/12/25

Gary Li is currently a spacecraft system engineer at The Aerospace Corporation. He recently graduated with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from UCLA in 2020 and a dual B.A. in Astrophysics and Physics from UC Berkeley in 2014. As an NDSEG fellow, he conducted research on advanced materials for plasma rocket and nuclear fusion technologies. During his academic career, he published over 10 papers and received 1 patent. Gary is also passionate about science communication. In 2017, he gave a

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101: Dylan Taylor: CEO, Investor, Futurist and...

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2020/12/18

Dylan Taylor is a global business leader and philanthropist. He is an active pioneer in the space exploration industry as a CEO, investor, thought leader and futurist. Every day is like Christmas for Dylan, because working in the space industry has always been his passion and calling. Beth asks Dylan about when his interest in space began, and Dylan describes how investments in space can be transformational for all humans and our future- on this episode of the Casual Space Podcast. ABOUT DYLAN

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100: Beth and Chad Celebrate 100 Episodes of Casual...

Casual Space ·

2020/12/10

Chad and Beth sit down (literally, in their living room) and reflect (while enjoying a cocktail) on reaching the 100th episode of Casual Space! Beth and Chad talk about: what’s been the best part of hosting the podcast some of the most memorable guests when Beth realized the show was “successful” and what’s next for the Casual Space Podcast!! Thank you to everyone who has helped make the Casual Space Podcast so much fun each week. I sincerely appreciate it! Can’t wait to share with you the next

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99: Space is Open for Business with Author Robert...

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2020/11/26

Space investor and entrepreneur Robert C. Jacobson shares highlights from his first book “Space is Open for Business,” providing readers with an insightful guide to the evolving space industry. Robert presents perspectives from experts, industry leaders and investors, each examining the economics and strategies for leading the trillion-dollar race to commercialize space. Jacobson has spent over a decade working and investing in private spaceflight and provides a comprehensive overview of this

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98: Dr. Graham Lau, The Cosmobiologist

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2020/11/19

Dr. Graham is the Director of Communications and Marketing for Blue Marble Space, a Research Scientist with Blue Marble Space Institute of Science, the Director of Logistics for the University Rover Challenge, the Host of the NASA Astrobiology and SAGANet show “Ask the Astrobiologist” AND the Research Community Coordinator for the Hypothesis Browser and the Life Detection Forum’s Knowledge Base. *Whew!* *Ask an Astrobiologist airs live on SAGANet and on the NASA Astrobiology Facebook page. People

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97: Tumors in Space with Dr. Tricia Larose

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2020/11/12

Dr. Tricia Larose is the Principal Investigator for Tumors in Space. She is preparing for a 31-day Space mission on board the China Space Station. She is supported by 14 international collaborators from four countries. Originally from a mining town in Northern Ontario Canada, she is now based in Oslo, Norway. She is also adjunct faculty in Human Performance in Space at the International Space University, and a scientist-astronaut candidate with Project POSSuM! Valuable resources Tricia mentions on

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96: Artemis Green Run

Casual Space ·

2020/11/05

NASA is testing the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket’s 212-foot tall core stage- the tallest rocket stage the agency has ever built- with a Green Run test on Earth before launch day. The core stage design will be used for all configurations of the SLS rocket, and the series of eight tests will verify the stage is ready for the first and future Artemis lunar missions. On this episode, Beth speaks with Doug Bradley, RS-25 Deputy Program Manager at Aerojet Rocketdyne, Yassaman Liaghati from Boeing,

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95: Marshall McKellar, Space Attorney

Casual Space ·

2020/10/29

Marshall McKellar is an attorney in the aerospace industry, currently serving as an Attorney-Advisor in The Office of the General Counsel at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. Marshall is also the co-founder of This Side, LLC, a marketing/web development agency in the bio-materials industry. He received a J.D. from the University of Mississippi and a B.A. in history and religion from William Carey University. On the side, Marshall enjoys surfing, flying, and making records with his band, The Devil Music

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94: Planetary Scientist Dr. Tanya Harrison

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2020/10/23

Dr. Harrison is known widely in the planetary science and research industry as Tanya of Mars. Why? Tanya is the founder of Professional Martian LLC, a company focused on science and sci-fi consulting, communications, and outreach in ways to break space out of the echo chamber to reach broader audiences. Currently, she is the Manager of Science Programs at Planet Federal in Washington DC, the government-focused arm of Planet Labs. In this role, she helps scientists understand the utility of—and

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93: Michal Ziso, Space Architect and Activist

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2020/10/15

Michal Ziso is the founder of Ziso, a studio working at the intersection of architecture, innovation, space and human equality. She is also a Space Architect focused on human experience a trailblazer by dealing with social and psychological diversity aspects, and an active member of WiSpace- Israeli Professional Women in Space Association. A visionary architect practicing for almost a decade in Israel and NYC, she has extensive experience in designing skyscrapers and large-scale urban projects. A

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92: Getting Ready for Space with Dr. Mindy Howard

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2020/10/08

Dr. Mindy Howard’s company, Innerspace Training helps commercial astronauts become more mentally prepared before they go into space, so they can get the most out of their mission. During this engaging dialogue, Mindy explains to Beth how we can all work to engage in and implement this “Overview Effect” in our lives, a deep connection to everywhere and everyone. Dr. Mindy Howard is symbolic of someone who has set out to passionately achieve her dreams and is reaching the uppermost heights in her

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91: Janet Ivey from Janet’s Planet!

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2020/10/01

Beth Mund gets to travel “at the speed of thought” with the incredibly fun Janet Ivey, from Janet’s Planet! With 12 regional Emmys, 5 Gracie Allen and numerous other awards, it’s evident that Janet Ivey is dedicated to producing quality entertainment that inspires, enlightens and entertains us all! Frederick Beuchner’s quote starts our show and started everything for Janet: “You will always be called to the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.” Little did Janet know that

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90: The Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship with Jenny,...

Casual Space ·

2020/09/24

The Matthew Isakowitz Fellowship Program connects exceptional current college juniors, seniors, and graduate students with paid, summer internships in the exciting field of commercial spaceflight, as well as with notable aerospace leaders for mentorship. The summer culminates in a memorable networking summit! Upon completing the supper internship, the Fellows remain among a group of alumni who have the opportunity to continue to network with this program, their Fellow peers, assigned mentors, and

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89: LifeShip with Ben Haldeman

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2020/09/17

Ever thought about putting our species’ DNA in space? Or preserving our life on Earth, it’s blueprint, and records for a possible Earth to be reproduced in the future? Ben has. As a matter of fact, Ben is currently doing it. And with his company, LifeShip, YOU can be a part of Ben’s mission by sending your very OWN DNA to the moon or to orbit! Who knows? Maybe one day your great, great, great, great, great ancestors will unfreeze you and thank you. What is LifeShip? Has this ever been done before

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88: Dr. Sian Proctor: Analog Astronaut, Author,...

Casual Space ·

2020/09/11

Analog astronaut. Chef. Explorer. Pilot. Geologist. Artist. Professor. Author. STEM Communicator and…Cowgirl!? In short, Dr. Sian Proctor is just…. Incredible! You will want to get to know this impressive woman beyond the Casual Space conversation with Beth, so here are some links to Dr. Sian’s TedX Talks, videos, cookbooks, artwork and more! START HERE: https://www.drsianproctor.com/ TEDx Talks: https://www.drsianproctor.com/media/ Space2Inspire (Dr. Sian’s Artwork):

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87: Controlling Risk with Astronaut Capt. Jim Wetherbee

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2020/09/02

In 1984, Jim Wetherbee was selected to join NASA in its tenth group of astronauts. Over a twenty-year career, he flew six times on the Space Shuttle. The five-time commander flew two missions to the Russian Space Station, Mir, and two missions to the International Space Station. In 1998, he was appointed as the Director, Flight Crew Operations, specifically selected to improve the flight and ground safety in the astronaut corps. Based on that success, Jim was selected after the Columbia

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86: Alan Ladwig Will See You In Orbit

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2020/08/27

What a fun conversation! Beth and Alan combine all of the space topics you love in one incredibly entertaining episode, including: Astrochicks, George Lucas, hyphenated astronauts and tickets to the moon offered from former airlines company PanAm. See You in Orbit? Our Dream of Spaceflight is the book Alan presents that will guide you on a historical, personal, irreverent, and often-humorous tour of the promises, expectations, principal personalities, and milestones regarding the goal individuals

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85: The Overview Effect with Frank White

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2020/08/21

The overview effect is a cognitive shift in awareness reported by some astronauts during spaceflight, often while viewing the Earth from outer space (Wikipedia reference) The term and concept were coined in 1987 by Frank White, who explored the theme in his book The Overview Effect — Space Exploration and Human Evolution. Since 1987, there’s been a recently series of interviews done at the Johnson Space Center with a new group of Astronauts in a series that’s been produced called, “Down to Earth”

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84: Brooke Owens Fellowship with Lori Garver

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2020/08/14

On this inspirational episode, Beth talks with former NASA Deputy Administrator Lori Garver about the Brooke Owens Fellowship. Created to honor the legacy of a beloved space industry pioneer and accomplished pilot, Dawn Brooke Owens (1980 – 2016), the Brooke Owens Fellowship is designed to serve both as an inspiration and as a career boost to capable young women and other gender minorities who, like Brooke, aspire to explore our sky and stars, to shake up the aerospace industry, and to help their

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83: Space for Humanity with Rachel Lyons

Casual Space ·

2020/07/23

Rachel Lyons is a key advocate in the advancement of space technology and exploration. Rachel is the former Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Students for the Exploration and Development of Space – USA, a non-profit that empowers young people to make an impact in space exploration. She is a former public radio host. She holds a BSc. in Aerospace Engineering and Economics from the University of Miami. Astronauts return from space with a new understanding of life on earth — from the environment

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