Today In Space

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! We're back! After some technical difficulties and some serious time on the road for work - Alex is back to talk more about Space! This week, Alex talks about some conversations he had during Thanksgiving about evolution, the importance of staying logical and some opinions he had on the drive home from Maine. He also talks about the once-in-a-galactic lifetime chance of getting a second chance to watch a Supernova explode, Orbital ATK's first launch since last years failure & new tests being done with the Orion spacecraft! Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE: AMAZON.COM! Just click on this & Shop! THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! SPACE LINKS: http://www.techinsider.io/first-exploding-star-prediction-gravity-lens-2015-11?utm_content=buffer87720&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer-ti https://blogs.nasa.gov/orbital/2015/12/06/cygnus-soars-spaceward/ https://www.nasa.gov/feature/langley/engineers-prepare-for-orion-water-impact-testing-with-precision-t

HAPPY TURKEY-DAY EVERYONE! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving, a day of thanks,food,  football, and more food! A perfect conversation for relaxing, working or traveling this holiday weekend! Alex has the Assistant on again to go over some serious Space Business! From Blue Origin successfully and historically landing their rocket, to Scott Kelley's celebration of his last 100 Days left in Space - all the way to a rundown of what this Space Act of 2015 really is. We take a crack at the new Senate-passed Act - what it is, what it means & why did it get passed so quickly? @StationCDRKelly and @Astro_Kjell shared their Thanksgiving Menu while sending well wishes back to Earth! https://twitter.com/Space_Station/status/668892211434557440 The links to all the articles and information we talk about in this show are available below in Space Links: SUPPORT THE PODCAST HERE: AMAZON.COM! NO COST, JUST CLICK ON THIS & SHOP - THANKS! THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! SPACE LINKS: BLUE ORIGIN HAS HISTORICAL ROCKET

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex talks about his new job and how being a field engineer could be a really exciting job for any new, up-and-coming engineer! He also talks about germs on the ISS, the Andromeda Galaxy and his thoughts on Aliens. ENJOY! THIS PODCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: AMAZON.COM! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY CLICKING HERE AND SHOPPING! SPACE LINKS: The International Space Station is home to potentially dangerous bacteria http://news.sciencemag.org/biology/2015/10/international-space-station-home-potentially-dangerous-bacteria The Andromeda Galaxy: 1888 vs. Now! https://www.facebook.com/TodayInSpacePodcast/posts/1141343442550090 The Space Act of 2015? Apparently, its real - and no one is talking about it https://www.congress.gov/bill/114th-congress/house-bill/2262 NASA - Pioneering the Path to Mars http://www.nasa.gov/sites/default/files/atoms/files/journey-to-mars-next-steps-20151008_508.pdf

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex celebrates one year of the Today In Space Podcast! He talks about the show's beginning, the value of commitment and even shares a clip from the very first episode to see how far the show (and Alex) has come! Also, there's some Space News about the Mysterious light in the Sky over San Diego, the latest SpaceX SuperDraco Engine test & more about 3D printing! Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY SHOPPING ON AMAZON.COM CLICK HERE AND SHOP ON AMAZON.COM! Celebrating One Year of the Podcast! I can't believe that in one year's time, the ESA landed on a comet, I committed to making a podcast about Space and a year later I'm still here doing this! Nevermind the fact that I'm holding a copy of the same Comet 67P in my hands from the Rosetta Spacecraft that I built on my 3D printer....CRAZY! Thanks for listening! SPACE LINKS: "Mystery light over ocean was missile test" http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2015/nov/07/mystery-light-sky-military-navy-drill/ Trident II D5 Fleet Ball

WELCOME TO THE SHOW!   Alex sits down to talk about his thoughts on what Science is, why some people are afraid of Science and what Science means to him. He also talks about his new job, the 15th Anniversary of the ISS and NASA's plan to colonize Mars! Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY SHOPPING ON AMAZON.COM   CLICK HERE AND SHOP ON AMAZON.COM   “Science is more than a body of knowledge. It’s a way of thinking, a way of skeptically interrogating the universe.” — Carl Sagan SPACE LINKS: Google Definition of Science: https://www.google.com/search?q=definition+of+science&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8 My Favorite 'Interstellar' Quote about Science: http://www.moviequotesandmore.com/interstellar-quotes/ My Favorite Carl Sagan Quote on what Science is: https://janaralyspeaking.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/carl-sagan-science.jpg 15 Years of continuous Human activity on the ISS: http://www.nasa.gov/station15 5 Myths About Becoming an Astronaut http://nasa.tumblr.com/post/132538793869/5-myths-about-becoming-

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! This week Alex talks about his obsessive 3D printing, the Halloween Asteroid, the latest on NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) & the importance of backing up EVERYTHING! Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY USING AMAZON.COM!   CLICK HERE AND SHOP AT AMAZON.COM   SPACE LINKS: "NASA’s New Mars-Bound Space Launch System Is a Go" - MOTHERBOARD.VICE.COM http://motherboard.vice.com/read/nasas-mars-bound-space-launch-system-is-a-go?utm_source=mbtwitter Astronauts Kelly & Lindgren EVA (#32) - the Details from ISS blog https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2015/10/28/iss-daily-summary-report-102815/ Halloween Asteroid Flyby: Here's What We Know About 2015 TB145 - SPACE.COM http://www.space.com/30954-halloween-asteroid-flyby-facts-2015-tb145.html

WELCOME TO THE FUTURE! Alex talks about 3D printing and Back to the Future, and the influence that both have had on him! Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY USING AMAZON.COM!   CLICK HERE AND SHOP AT AMAZON.COM!   FIRST 3D PRINT - EVER!   Mini MrJaws (cymon) / CC BY 3.0

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex talks about his long weekend in PA, the Amish & Mennonites and his thoughts on the movie 'Elysium'. He also shares his phone interview on "On The Edge", with Jon Doherty on the Gag Order Network where they talked about MarsOne, the Space Race and actually going to Mars. Enjoy! SUPPORT THE PODCAST BY USING AMAZON.COM!   CLICK HERE AND SHOP AT AMAZON.COM!   SPACE LINKS: "10 Out of this World NASA Spinoff Technologies" - NASA's Tumblr http://nasa.tumblr.com/post/130833181554/10-out-of-this-world-nasa-spinoff-technologies OnTheEdge with Jon Doherty - Hulkshare.com http://www.hulkshare.com/Ontheedge MarsOne Fashion Show http://www.mars-one.com/news/press-releases/upcoming-bjoern-borg-fashion-show-pays-tribute-to-mars-one

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex talks about the Job Search, internships & some advice for recent grads/current college students. He also talks about "the Martian", "Interstellar" & "Gravity". Later on, he talks about the Planetary Society's "Orbit-First" option for sending humans to Mars. He also talks about Richard Nixon and the Shuttle Program. Enjoy! Support the Podcast by using Amazon.com! CLICK HERE AND SHOP AT AMAZON.COM Space Links: The Planetary Society's "Orbit-First" Paper http://www.planetary.org/press-room/releases/2015/humans-orbiting-mars-report.html

Welcome to the show! This week, Alex talks about the Super Blood Moon & just how difficult photography really is. He also goes over how NASA used their science-magic to find water evidence on Mars. Well, mushy salt streaks called RSL's. Get the whole scoop on the newest finding on Mars. Enjoy! This Podcast is brought to you by:   AMAZON.COM: SHOP HERE TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST   SUPER MOON/TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE "A NEW ENGLAND SUPER MOON TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE " - AN ANIMATED GIF CREDIT: Alexander & Nik Orphanos Check out the new "Projects" blog for more pictures & what it was like to try out some Astro-photography Space Links: Great Explanation of the Super Moon Total Lunar Eclipse from NASA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vKAw_wrIr5s "Enhanced Falcon 9 Booster Raises Excitement, Concern, As Return to Flight Date Nears" - AmericaSpace.com http://www.americaspace.com/?p=86711 "Crew Access Tower Stacking Passes Midway Point" - Commercial Crew Program/NASA Blog https://blogs.nasa.gov/commerc

Welcome to the show! Alex wanted to celebrate the "half-way" point for the #YearInSpace mission that was reached earlier this week. So, he invited his Genetics-friends (Neil Crawford & John Neary) over for some beers and to talk about GENETICS in Space, DNA & the Science behind the Year In Space Mission.* 6 months in, 6 more months to go! In case you didn't know, Engineers like to drink. And when they drink, they talk about Science. Hear what it's like to have Engineer Friends on this episode of "DRINKING, WITH ENGINEERS" *THESE ARE THE OPINIONS OF SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS WHO ARE DRINKING, SO TAKE IT ALL WITH YOUR OWN DISCRETION. BY LISTENING TO THE RAMBLINGS OF THESE OF SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS, YOU AGREE THAT ANY INFORMATION YOU HEAR MAY NOT BE CORRECT & YOU SHOULD LOOK THEM UP ON YOUR OWN AFTERWARDS. BECAUSE AFTER ALL, WE ARE CONSUMING ALCOHOL. Thanks for listening! Enjoy! SPACE LINKS: Twins Study | The Research - NASA.gov http://www.nasa.gov/twins-study/reseach Epigenomics (pdf)

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex talks about the journey of getting the "first print" on his 3D printer, pushing through new things even though they are "uncomfortable" and some new stuff from SpaceX! He also talks about the newest Pluto pictures that were released today & some really fascinating futuristic technology that is happening today! Enjoy! Space Links: Newest (09/17/15) Pluto Images https://www.nasa.gov/feature/pluto-wows-in-spectacular-new-backlit-panorama SpaceX Updates Crew Dragon | Interior https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjSb_b4TtxI Crew Dragon | In Orbit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1EB5BQpm7w 'Red Dragon' Concept Mission Could return Mars Rocks from 2020 Mars Rover with Dragon news.yahoo.com/red-dragon-mars-sample-return-mission-could-launch-114405239.html "A cancer patient was just implanted with the first 3D-printed ribcage" - TechInsider http://www.techinsider.io/a-cancer-patient-was-just-implanted-with-the-first-3d-printed-ribcage-2015-9 Paralyzed Man Successfully Given Prosthe

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! Alex has Sara on the show this week to discuss 3D Printing, Applied Behavioral Analysis & the problems that could happen when we have Martians and Earthlings living at the same time. Between learning about what Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is to what lies ahead if we create two separate human beings on two planets - get ready to enjoy another great episode of the podcast! Thanks for listening! 3D Printing - Troubleshooting Fix one problem - another one pops up. That's the nature of the game! SPACE LINKS: "New, Gorgeous, Pictures of Pluto" - Phil Plait, Slate.com http://www.slate.com/blogs/bad_astronomy/2015/09/10/pluto_new_images_from_new_horizons.html Pluto Images direct from New Horizons Website http://pluto.jhuapl.edu/Multimedia/Science-Photos/view.php?gallery_id=2

WELCOME TO THE SHOW! On this week's episode, Alex talks about fighting the fear of not knowing. From Martian rocks looking like mermaids & squirrels, to people who deny the moon landings happened & the supposed 15 days of darkness - Alex goes over how to deal with these hoaxes. Thanks to the listeners who asked for this topic! I hope it helps and that you enjoy! SPACE LINKS: "Bizarre Mars photos: Signs of life, or signs the Internet has lost its mind?" - CNN http://edition.cnn.com/2015/08/28/tech/mars-photos-alien-life/index.html?sr=cnnitw Moon Landing Deniers - An appropriate response to Harassment, Thank you Buzz! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wcrkxOgzhU 15 Days of Darkness - The Beauty of Mixing facts with Lies http://m.snopes.com/15-days-darkness-november/ "Mars Will NOT Be As Big As The Moon In The Night Sky" - Jason Major http://lightsinthedark.com/2015/08/06/mars-will-not-be-as-big-as-the-moon-in-the-night-sky/ BELT OF LOGIC: A quick list of Websites & Scientists to follo

SUPPLEMENTAL EPISODE Alex talks about life, searching for jobs & how quickly things can change in just a week. He also thinks out loud about how living on a spacecraft for 6-8 months would be like. He discusses the potential problems mentally, spiritually & inter-personally. He then talks about the potential of putting humans in stasis, or in this case Torpor Hibernation. Prepare to think deeply about whether you're ready for a trip to Mars...or hear a person think out loud for 50 minutes. NEW TO PODCASTING? No Problem! We've Put together a quick "Beginner's Guide" to get you started & subscribed on iphone, android & Computers! CLICK HERE TO GET SUBSCRIBED! Don't forget to Check out our Soundcloud Account!   We've started putting up all our music there - including all of the Lightning Round Mixes! Thanks for listening! SPACE LINKS: Torpor Inducing Transfer Habitat For Human Stasis To Mars https://www.nasa.gov/content/torpor-inducing-transfer-habitat-for-human-stasis-to-mars/#.Vd87fM

Weekly Update   Tonight's show brings you "What's New" this week, On Earth, In Orbit & in OuterSpace! Alex talks about searching for jobs, 3D printing in Space, the old & new Manufacturing and the possibility of cyro-volcanoes on Pluto! ENJOY! New to Podcasting? No problem! We've put together a quick "Beginner's Guide" to get you started & subscribed on iPhone, Android & Computers! CLICK HERE TO GET SUBSCRIBED! Check out our SoundCloud Account!   Check out "Where all Spacecraft Go to Die" - we talk about it in this week's show!   We've put up all of Today In Space's Music & Sounds SPACE LINKS: ON EARTH: 3D Printing in the Vacuum of Space http://3dprint.com/88301/3d-printing-in-vacuum-space/ Made In Space - Website http://www.madeinspace.us/ IN ORBIT: HTV-5 Launch and Info http://www.space.com/30300-japan-launches-space-station-cargo-ship.html Progress M-26M Joins the Spacecraft Cemetery @ Point Nemo http://www.spaceflightinsider.com/missions/iss/russian-progress-m-26m-s

SUPPLEMENTAL EPISODE Alex talks about watching the Perseid Meteor Showers this week, going to northern Maine and Space Lettuce! Oh, and he goes on a rant about Light Pollution too. Enjoy! New to Podcasting? No problem! We've put together a quick "Beginner's Guide" to get you started & subscribed on iPhone, Android & Computers! CLICK HERE TO GET SUBSCRIBED! Check out our SoundCloud Account!       We've put up all of Today In Space's Music & Sounds SPACE LINKS: Perseid Meteor Showers http://www.slate.com/blogs/bad_astronomy/2015/08/10/perseids_2015_how_to_watch_the_best_meteors_shower_of_the_year.html The International Space Station Russian Cosmonaut duo does repairs for ISS on 188th SpaceWalk https://blogs.nasa.gov/spacestation/2015/08/10/cosmonauts-complete-russian-spacewalk/ Space Lettuce: Grown, Harvested & Eaten for the first time...in Space! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqtAK-FBtXU

SUPPLEMENTAL EPISODE: Alex & the Assistant tackle some interesting topics - from the struggles of coaching & leading to sex in space. The Lightning Round Mix this week brings you the Space news in the style of Disco!   The Conversation: 00:00:00 - 00:28:11 3D Printing, Coaching & Leadership Challenges 00:23:11 - 00:37:10 Commercial Crew Adapter Part II & SpaceX CRS-7 00:37:10 - 00:51:44 Space Business Report by the Assistant 00:52:26 - 01:20:03 SEX...IN SPACE!!! 01:20:03 - 01:23:59 Lightning Round Mix: "The Tiny Blue Disco Ball" TOPICS: Commercial Crew Adapter - Part Deux! https://blogs.nasa.gov/commercialcrew/2015/07/30/cst-100-docking-system-tested-with-ida-2/ Space Business Report - Astrotech Corporation http://www.astrotechcorp.com/ Space Sex https://omnireboot.com/2014/seeing-stars-sex-in-space/ http://www.slate.com/articles/news_and_politics/explainer/2007/02/do_astronauts_have_sex.html PornHub IndieGoGo Campaign https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/pornhub-space-program-sexplo

Weekly Update/ Lightning Round Welcome back! Alex brings a Weekly Update of what's up in Space this week. This includes Reboot the Suit, the UK Space Agency's New Plan, some space junk & another Pluto Update. This week's lightning round comes in at 175 bpm with some trap beats, some bass & a piano. Entitled "Where Spacecraft Go to Die..." New to Podcasting? Check out our "Beginner's Guide" to get you going & subscribed on iPhone, Android & Computer/Laptop! WHAT THE HELL IS A PODCAST?!   ON EARTH: Reboot the Suit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/smithsonian/reboot-the-suit-bring-back-neil-armstrongs-spacesu/description http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/248941 http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/28/living/smithsonian-armstrong-space-suit-kickstarter-feat/ Blue Moon this Friday - Look up! http://www.space.com/30083-blue-moon-full-moon-friday.html The UK Space Agency's new National Space Strategy http://www.space.com/30042-uk-space-agency-national-strategy.html?cmpid=514648 A look at Tim

Opinions may offend you - you've been warned. SUPPLEMENTAL EPISODE Alex is back to bring you a Supplemental Episode on the topic - Humans In Outer Space. Are we still sending humans to space? Do we have plans to live on the Moon? How will NASA pick where to land humans on Mars? What does your host think about it? All of these, and more, answered in this episode! Enjoy! New to Podcasting? Check out our "Beginner's Guide" to get you going & subscribed on iPhone, Android & Computer/Laptop! What the hell is a podcast?! Click to go to the homepage where all the links are! Also, don't forget to listen to "Pluto, the Misunderstood." by Today In Space! The Artists - Alexander G. Orphanos & John Mitchell Support us however you can! Either by playing it on Youtube/SoundCloud or purchasing on the many digital stores it's available on now! Thank you! TOPICS: Moon Village? New Head of ESA's plan to put humans on the Moon to test Human Planetary technologies & Science A base on the far side of the Mo