Best Foundations for mathematics Podcasts (2025)

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The Space Show Presents Kathryn Bolish of the WEX Foundation on mathematics for space, amazing K-12 STEM programming for lunar habits and more. 1:18:01

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The Space Show Presents KATHRYN BOLISH, WEX Foundation, Friday, 11-21-25 Brief Summary: The program focused on discussing the WEX Foundation’s educational programs, particularly their space STEM initiatives for K-12 students through their LCATS program, which provides free education and mentorship in space-related topics. The discussion covered the…

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2025 Physicians AI Report 4:32

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Summary of the 2025 Physicians AI Report Offcall surveyed 1,000+ physicians across 106 specialties to understand how they really feel about AI in medicine. See key findings on https://2025-physicians-ai-report.offcall.com/ Support the show Visit https://acalytica.comBy Edzai Conilias Zvobwo

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SCP-4040: At the Bottom of a Bottomless Pit 30:45

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SCP-4040 is a sinkhole of indeterminate depth located within Sloth's Forest of Sloth's Pit, Wisconsin (henceforth referred to as Nexus-18.) Content Warnings: Basophobia, heights. Suggested by Hawkes. Transcript: AstroGaming414, Pennari, Loukas w, Demonsabath67, Corey Gill, Gavin Stebbins, Montana Lisette, Evee r, Tommy Nelson, Zach Guthrie, Aster W…

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The Space Show presents Professor Avi Loeb. Don't miss a word of what he had to say. 1:21:59

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The Space Show Presents Dr. Avi Loeb, Sunday, 11-23-25. Quick summary: Today’s program focused on the upcoming interview with Professor Avi Loeb regarding 3I Atlas and its interpretation. Dr. Loeb shared detailed insights about interstellar objects, including the discovery of 3i Atlas and its unusual characteristics, while expressing concerns about…

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The Space Show Open Lines Discussion From Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 2:02:10

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The Space Show Presents Open Lines, Sunday, 12-7-25 Quick recap The program began with discussions about space-related topics including data centers in LEO, NASA’s Artemis program, and orbital debris concerns. The conversation ended with our Wisdom Team talking about the geopolitical implications of returning to the moon, the challenges of space ex…

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Noted UK author Brian Clegg talks multiverse with his new book, "The Multiverse When One Universe Isn't Enough,." 1:04:15

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The Space Show present Brian Clegg, author of “The Multiverse When One Universe Isn’t Enough” on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025 Short summary Our discussion featured Brian Clegg, a UK science author, who talked his book “The Multiverse: When One Universe Isn’t Enough.” The conversation explored various scientific theories about multiple universes, including …

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AI's Role in Corporate Learning and Development 9:57

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The episode outlines the significant impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the field of corporate learning and development (L&D). Specifically, it highlights how AI is transforming L&D through methods like creating personalised learning paths and providing automated skill gap analysis. The episode details that using AI allows for learning to be…

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Hotel Mars presents Rick Fish on Chinese space safety concerns due to stranded Taikonauts on a recent Chinese Space Station mission. 10:35

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The John Batchelor Hotel Mars program featuring co-host Dr. David Livingston and guest Rick Fisher discussed the space safety issues in that China’s Space Station lacked an emergency lifeboat when their space craft sustained a crack in the window in space. Evidently a high-velocity space debris cracked a porthole on the Chinese space station, forci…

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265 - Jacob Barandes: A New Foundation for Quantum Mechanics 3:14:17

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Jacob Barandes is Senior Preceptor in Physics at Harvard University, where he works widely across the philosophy of physics, with focuses on the foundations of quantum mechanics, the philosophy of spacetime, and the metaphysics of laws. In this episode, Robinson and Jacob focus on the foundations of quantum mechanics. They discuss the importance of…

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SCP-4601: The Redd Menace 26:14

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SCP-4601: The Redd Menace SCP-4601 is an American- manufactured quint fire engine. Barring minor cosmetic damage deep gouges in paint, minor dents and scrapes on front and rear bumpers, a pronounced scratch on the surface of the left windshield, etcetera. SCP- 4601 is in good operating condition and bears no significant physical differences from si…

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Anatomy of a Great Prompt 12:05

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Learn the key components of effective prompts through hands-on practice. Discover the four pillars: task definition, context, constraints, and output format. Support the show Visit https://acalytica.comBy Edzai Conilias Zvobwo

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Unlock AI Genius With Context SCOPE 14:46

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Master the art of providing context to get better AI responses. Practice exercises show how detailed background information transforms AI outputs. Support the show Visit https://acalytica.comBy Edzai Conilias Zvobwo

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The Space Show presents a "fireside" detailed space chat with DR. CASEY HANDMER. 1:50:07

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The Space Show Presents Dr. Casey Handmer, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025 Short Summary: The meeting focused on discussing the Artemis program’s challenges and complexities, with particular emphasis on comparing NASA’s current architecture with SpaceX’s Starship capabilities for lunar missions. The group explored various technical and political consideratio…

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SCP-3925: It's all Papers and Forms 29:24

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SCP-3925 is a phenomenon where affected individuals receive an A4 paper form requesting varying personal details (SCP-3925-1). From the first receipt of SCP-3925-1 individuals are considered to be affected by an ongoing SCP-3925 event. If SCP-3925-1 is completed successfully and placed in a mailbox within 30 days, it will dematerialize and the SCP-…

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Feed Drop: Grim Death and Bill The Electrocuted Criminal 25:10

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Today we have a special treat for you: an introduction to a show you'll love. Bentley Hawthorne (Cory Michael Smith) lives a solitary life in an old mansion with his butler, Pym (Zeljko Ivanek). In secret, Bentley works for the angel of Death, avenging those killed before their time. It’s a heavy burden that Bentley bears alone. However, when Bentl…

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264 - Lee Cronin: The Chemistry of Life 2:00:40

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Lee Cronin is Regius Chair of Chemistry at the University of Glasgow. Among his many pursuits are the digitization of chemistry, the discovery of alien life, and the creation of artificial life. In this episode, Robinson and Lee focus on astrobiology, the chemistry of life as we know it, and the controversies surrounding artificial intelligence. Le…

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Hotel Mars with Eric Berger on New Glenn and a new NASA Administrator. 19:30

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Hotel Mars with Eric Berger, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025 John Batchelor and I introduced Eric Berger of Ars Technica as our guest to discuss the recent very successful launch and flight of the Blue Origin New Glenn rocket. Eric Berger described the successful second launch and booster landing of Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket as thrilling. We noted th…

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The Space Show Welcomes Leonard David opening up on space like never before! 2:04:43

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The Space Show Presents Leonard David for Tuesday, 11-18-25 Brief Summary The program focused on discussing various aspects of the space industry, including current challenges with space safety standards, rescue capabilities, and NASA’s progress on lunar exploration programs. The participants explored potential solutions for space rescue missions, …

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SCP-8013: "The Dragon is Not a Metaphor for Capitalism" 39:27

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SCP-8013 is a white 1983 GMC Vandura, coated in a thick layer of rust and missing both exterior mirrors. The back of the van is adorned with four novelty license plates which spell out the phrase MARTIN GREAZE FROM GREAZE BURGER. Content Warnings: Violence & Murder Transcript Patrons July 16-30 M-Dog, Gman07, Qaif, Bluefigure, Noah Jones, Neonpress…

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The Space Show presents Dr. Doug Plata on his version of what might make Elon Musk tick! Don't miss Doug at his very best on this program. 2:03:42

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The Space Show Presents Dr. Doug Plata on Elon Musk, Sunday, 11-16-25 Brief Summary: The program began with technical discussions and introductions for a space show featuring Dr. Doug Plata as the guest, followed by coverage of Blue Origin’s successful New Glenn launch and their future plans including a NASA moon mission. The conversation then delv…

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The Governments' Role in Higher Education: A Brief Oral History (with Richard L. McCormick, PhD, President Emeritus, Board of Governors and Professor of History and Education at Rutgers University) 36:21

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The history of the governments' role in scientific research is both long enough to span more than three generations and yet recent enough that many people—ironically, those who rely on it most—are unaware of its origins. The federal government's recent decision to cut billions of dollars from previously approved research grants to universities, aca…

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The Space Show welcomes Dr. Daniel Whiteson on his great new book, "Do Aliens Speak Physics? Don't miss this one! 1:33:05

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The Space Show Presents Dr. Daniel Whiteson on his new book, “Do Aliens Speak Physics” Friday, 11-14-25 Brief Summary: Our program began with introductions and discussions about alternative physics theories, including hyperdimensional physics, and the challenges of accepting unconventional ideas in the scientific community. The group explored vario…

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Hotel Mars features Dr. Matthew Graham on "an extremely luminous flare recorded from a supermassive blackhole only 10 Billion light years from Earth ! 19:30

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John Batchelor and I welcomed Cal Tech Professor Matthew Graham to Hotel Mars to discusses the most powerful black hole flare ever recorded, equal in brightness to about 10 trillion suns known and referred to as an Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN). It is believed and our guest explained that material falling into the supermassive black hole forms an a…

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SCP-527: "Mr. Fish." 24:25

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SCP-527 is a male humanoid, 1.67m in height, which is biologically non-anomalous, with the exception of its head, which is that of a Puntius semifasciolatus, or gold barb fish. Content Warnings: Secondhand embarrassment. Listen to Mayfair Watchers Society: https://open.spotify.com/show/4cF39z0TJByoJ9cKGWeUk6 Transcript Cast & Crew SCP Archives was …

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The Space Show welcome Bob Zimmerman on space policy, news and more. A must listen to progam. 2:05:53

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Brief Summary Our main program focus was on space exploration, where participants discussed various aspects including NASA’s role, commercial space initiatives, and the future of human spaceflight, with particular emphasis on SpaceX’s development timeline and capabilities. The conversation concluded with discussions about space markets, orbital dat…

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The Space Show Multi-Topic Open Lines Discussion featuring The Space Wisdom Team 2:06:28

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The Space Show Presents Open Lines Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 Brief Summary: The program began with discussions about the delayed New Glenn rocket launch due to weather concerns, followed by conversations about space policy, regulations, and the future of the International Space Station. The group explored various space exploration programs and technolog…

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Dr. Roger Launius, former NASA Historian & author returns as our guest for his new book, "NACA TO NASA TO NOW" plus a look at NASA, space & the players since the beginning of our space program. 1:35:24

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Brief Summary: The program focused on a discussion with Roger Launius, a retired NASA historian, about his book covering NASA’s history from its origins as NACA to the present day. The conversation explored NASA’s relationship with commercial space industry, historical organizational changes, and the challenges of accessing NASA’s historical record…

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263 - Sara Imari Walker: Astrobiology, Aliens, and the Origin of Life 1:47:05

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Sara Imari Walker is Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration at Arizona State University, where she is Deputy Director of the Beyond Center. Sara is an astrobiologist and theoretical physicist, with research interests in the origins of life, artificial life, life and detection on other worlds. In this episode, Robinson and Sara discu…

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Hotel Mars presents Dr. Ajay Kothari explaining the new Russian nuclear powered cruise missile, Burevestnik. 10:19

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Hotel Mars, Weds, Nov. 5, 2025 Guest Dr. Ajay Kothari Summary: John and I welcomed back to Hotel Mars Dr. AJ Kothari for one segment to discuss Russia’s successful test of the nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile which Russia claims flew 14,000 km for 15 hours. The missile does this by capturing and compresses air, heating it over a nuclear r…

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SCP-6369 & SCP-2050 29:58

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SCP-6369 is a Nokia 3310 mobile phone, with a single number saved in its contacts list. While the phone can be used to dial other numbers, none of the calls will connect. SCP-2050 is a designation for the "Sciurine Monastic Brotherhood of Poor-Fellows and Crusader Knights," a monastic knightly order mostly composed of sapient members of the Sciurus…

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David Barnhart, CEO of Arkisys, Inc., talks about their projects including ASTROBEE, an inside the ISS free flyer, The Port and more. A must see & hear for amazing technology! 1:24:14

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The Space Show Presents Arkisys CEO DAVE BARNHART Sunday, 11-2-25 David Barnhart (Dave), CEO of Arkisys and research professor at USC, discussed the company’s progress in space operations and their unique business platform called “The Port” in Los Alamitos, Ca, including their work with NASA’s Astrobee facility and development of a free-flying spac…

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Hotel Mars feature Doug Messier on the challenges of beating China to the Moon, stress in NASA, human lunar lander delays with SpaceX and much more. Doug breaks it all down for us. 10:31

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Doug Messier was our Hotel Mars guest to discuss the challenges and the struggles concerning NASA getting back to the Moon before China even gets to the Moon. and the Moon Race Douglas Messier both responded to questions by John and David and he discussed a power struggle over NASA, including acting administrator Shawn Duffy’s interest in folding N…

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Bill Gowan takes The Space Show audience to an advocacy effort with Congress! Don't miss it! 1:04:59

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Bill Gowan, Tuesday, 10-28-25 Quick Summary: The main focus of the discussion was Bill’s experience participating in The Planetary Society’s advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, where he and other volunteers met with congressional representatives to advocate for increased funding for NASA’s science programs, which faces a proposed 47% budget cut in 20…

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Dr. Arun Sharma, Cedars Sinai cardiac researcher with ISS & space research for cardiac tissue and more. 59:52

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Dr. Arun Sharma Monday 10-27-25 Space Show Quick Summary: Our program focused on the establishment and operations of Cedars-Sinai’s new Space Medicine Research Center, including its research programs, educational components, and institutional support. Arun discussed their stem cell research initiatives, particularly the creation of 3D heart tissue …

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The Space Show Open Lines Discussion 1:57:19

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Open Line Discussion – 4451 10-26-25 Quick Summary: The meeting began with technical discussions about audio issues and upcoming show scheduling, including a fundraising campaign for The Space Show. The group then engaged in extensive discussions about space exploration, focusing on SpaceX’s Starship program, NASA’s lunar lander projects, and the g…

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SCP-939: "With Many Voices" 48:50

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SCP-939 is a species of endothermic pack hunters with atrophied biological systems similar to troglobitic organisms typically found in deep cave systems. Content Warnings: Gun violence, Descriptions of violence, Cannibalism, Stillborn birth, Implied murder of an infant, self harm Listen to Mayfair Watchers Society: https://open.spotify.com/show/4cF…

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Phil Swan talks about how going to Mars hinges on the economics of imparting kinetic energy. Don't miss his analysis. 1:47:21

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The Space Show presents Phil Swan, Friday, 10-24-25 Quick recap The program focused on economic and technological aspects of space exploration, particularly Mars voyages, with Phil Swan presenting his analysis of kinetic energy costs and the need for long-term strategic planning. The discussion covered various propulsion technologies, cost consider…

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Hotel Mars Presents Rick Fisher on the new U.S. vs. China Moon Race! 19:27

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Hotel Mars, #4449 with Rick Fisher as guest, Wednesday, Oct. 22,2025: Brief program summary: The Hotel Mars team discussed the US Acceleration of the Moon Race Against China. Guest Rick Fisher, John and David discussed how the US moon race is accelerating, driven by President Trump’s demand to land on the moon by 2028 and concerns that China, using…

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Ambrose Transylvania: For All The Damn Bloodsuckers 39:15

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Ambrose Transylvania is an unusual location for the brand, as it is not exclusively a dining establishment, but also a five-star hotel. Listen to The Gospel of Haven: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vcEMggOqLz3OP1ZjSFbW4 Content Warnings: Blood, vampires. Transcript Patrons Qaif, Gman07, Bluefigure, Noah Jones, Neonpresslick, Ian Case, Monomon, Keit…

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262 - Slavoj Žižek: Marxism, Quantum Mechanics, and Artificial Intelligence 1:38:59

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Visit our sponsor, Wealthfront!: wealthfront.com/robinson Slavoj Žižek is international director of the Birkbeck Institute for the Humanities at the University of London, visiting professor at New York University, and a senior researcher at the University of Ljubljana’s Department of Philosophy. This is Slavoj’s fifth appearance on the show. On epi…

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Dr. Mike Gruntman, USC Astronautics, talks about his new book, "Neil Armstrong at USC and on the Moon" plus rocket development engineering methodologies, returning to the Moon, Artemis and much more. 1:41:54

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Quick recap: The program began with a focus on Neil Armstrong’s academic background and connections to USC, including his completed coursework and potential master’s degree, as well as his compensation as a NASA civil servant. The discussion concluded with an examination of space engineering education and industry practices, including the balance b…

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John Batchelor Hotel Mars with Anatoly Zak, RussianSpaceWeb for up to date Russian space news & a possible new Russian space station. 19:21

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Brief Summary: John Batchelor and I welcomed our guest, Anatoly Zak of the RussianSpaceWeb.com. Anatoly updated us regarding the continued Russian debates about orbits and costs for a new space station after the ISS is deorbited. Anatoly Zak went into detail about Roscosmos facing challenging questions over the orbit of its new space station, consi…

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SCP-6996: "Does The Red Moon Howl?" 45:09

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There are currently no known methods of limiting SCP-6996's influence. Containment research is of the highest priority. Misinformation campaigns are to discredit any civilian research relating to SCP-6996's emotional effect, denigrating them as pseudoscience. Description: SCP-6996 is the color red. Content Warnings: Foul language, Descriptions of g…

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SCP-5012: "There is No Escape from the Bottomless Pit." 30:59

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SCP-5012 is an orchard of trees of the Cerasus Subgenus located in the Italian province of South Tyrol, formerly the site of the Casadua Amphitheater. The trees that constitute SCP-5012 are in a continuous cycle of flowering and fruiting, irrespective of soil and meteorological conditions. SCP-5012 has not been observed to experience senescence, an…

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Sam Ximenes of Astroport Space Technology and the WEX Foundation on lunar development & impressive STEM Middle School Education! 1:17:34

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Quick Summary: The program focused on discussing space architecture developments over the past 18 years, including the impact of reduced launch costs and the current state of lunar mission initiatives. The conversation covered technical details of lunar construction projects, including power requirements, reactor deployment, and the development of …

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Dr. Haym Benaroya talks lunar development, habitats & living on the Moon inside a lava tube! 1:29:23

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Please note that due to our 501C3 status with One Giant Leap Foundation, all donation, subscriptions and gifts must go through PayPal, Zelle or by check to The Space Show in Las Vegas. See the large PayPal button on our website home page, www.thespaceshow.com for details these supporting ways to help The Space Show. We are working to be an approved…

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Joe Carroll talks spin and artificial gravity. Joe made a special presentation to this program that you will want to see. 1:48:49

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Please note that due to our 501C3 status with One Giant Leap Foundation, all donation, subcriptions and gifts must go through PayPal, Zelle or by check to The Space Show in Las Vegas. See the large PayPal button on our website home page, www.thespaceshow.com for details these supporting ways to help The Space Show. We are working to be an approved …

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SCP-2932: "Titania's Prison" 18:50

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SCP 2932 is a massive, organic structure located within the El Sira Communal Reserve in Peru. Externally, SCP 2932 consists of trees, vines, and other plant-life that has been formed into a large, domed structure. Content Warnings: Mentions of violence and implied genocide. Transcript Patrons Quentin Riehl, Petschro, Jules Foreman, Don Walden, Dadd…

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SCP-1929: "Discoherence" 45:36

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SCP-1929 was a meteorological phenomenon which occurred throughout the lower Great Plains of America between 1930 and 1938. Content Warnings: Death, natural disasters, death of children, death of animals, body horror, hive minds. Listen to Dead Space Deep Cover: https://open.spotify.com/show/5qrqomw5y01BcpaZfRub8H Transcript Patrons Kineticc, Hanna…

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Jack Kingdon explains how Starship can do a 3 month trip to Mars. Don't miss it! 1:29:04

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Quick Summary & Overview: Our program began with a detailed technical discussion about the Starship spacecraft and its potential for Mars missions. The group explored various technical challenges and possibilities for Starship’s capabilities, including engine operations, payload considerations, and transit times, while also discussing nuclear propu…

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