The SpaceInfo Podcast

High-performance teams operate under extreme pressure, and understanding the dynamics that drive success is crucial—especially in the space industry. In this episode, Paul Hawkins shares profound insights from his work with Crazy Might Work, a program launched in Antarctica that focuses on human behavior in critical situations. Through extensive research in Antarctica, Paul shares that some teams...

Astronomy has always adapted to new technologies—from photography to CCDs to adaptive optics. Do you see satellite constellations as another challenge the field will eventually overcome, or is this fundamentally different because it alters the sky itself rather than just the way we observe it? Want to meet Dr Lampkin and ask him questions? On Wed. 29th of July, at Space Park Leicester!

While delayed, Artemis 2 mission is a peculiar one. Not the usual LEO launch we're used to nowadays. It's similar to those Apollo mission of the glorious past. But are you able to describe the details of its trajectory? Let's do this together!🔔 Subscribe to the SpaceInfo Club channel, the biggest help you can give us!

According to NASA, telemetry data revealed an interruption in helium flow to the rocket’s Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS), the upper stage responsible for sending Orion out of Earth orbit and toward the Moon. Helium is essential for pressurizing propellant tanks and supporting proper engine conditioning prior to ignition. Without stable helium flow, the stage cannot be certified for flig...

Could AI data centers move to space? 🚀 As AI demands more power, companies are exploring orbital data centers powered by the Sun. In this video, SpaceInfo Club breaks down the science, challenges, and future of AI in space. Subscribe for more space tech insights!

During the February 19–20 countdown simulation, engineers fully fueled the SLS core and upper stages with hundreds of thousands of gallons of cryogenic propellant, executed multiple countdown holds, and validated terminal count procedures that mirror launch day operations. Teams also rehearsed closing out the Orion crew module and verified performance of critical ground support systems.

SpaceX just changed its space strategy. Instead of building a Mars colony first, Elon Musk says the Moon now comes first. But this isn’t just about geography — it’s about AI, Starship, orbital computing, and building a real space economy. Is the Moon the smarter move?

On February 1, 2003, Space Shuttle Columbia (STS-107) broke apart during re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere. All seven astronauts on board were killed. The shuttle disintegrated over Texas and Louisiana, scattering debris across several states.

NASA’s Artemis 2 mission explained 🚀 Launch date, astronauts, mission goals, Moon flyby — and why it won’t land. Everything you need to know about humanity’s return to deep space.

What really caused the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster? This episode breaks down the engineering failure, ignored warnings, and lasting lessons behind the 1986 tragedy that changed spaceflight forever.

The Apollo 1 disaster was not merely an accident; it was a defining moment that reshaped NASA’s approach to engineering, safety, and accountability. The loss of Grissom, White, and Chaffee underscored the inherent risks of space exploration and the necessity of uncompromising safety standards. Their sacrifice ultimately contributed to one of humanity’s greatest achievements—the successful landing...

NASA’s Artemis II will carry astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years 🌕🚀 This mission is the key step toward landing humans on the Moon again.

What if you could see Earth’s invisible shield? Space physicist Dr. Jennifer Carter explains solar storms, space weather, and how missions like SMILE and ELFEN are revealing the hidden physics of the Sun–Earth connection.

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is the most powerful space telescope ever built. In this video, SpaceInfo Club explains how the James Webb Space Telescope was designed, its groundbreaking technology, and why it is revolutionizing astronomy and space science. Discover how JWST allows scientists to see deeper into the universe than ever before. Explore Curiositystream here: https://curiosity.t...

What does it really take to reach the edge of space? 🚀 In this SpaceInfo Podcast interview, Boris Otter, founder of Swiss Space Tourism, shares insights on space tourism, suborbital flight, cosmonaut training, and the future of civilian space travel. From flying gliders and planes to driving trains between Switzerland and France, his journey across air, rail, and space is unlike any other.

Zhuque-3’s engineering design, propulsion system, reusability architecture, payload capacity, and launch profile, explaining how this rocket represents a major leap in China’s commercial spaceflight capabilities.

On December 25, 2025, we mark the fourth anniversary of the James Webb Space Telescope’s launch with the final episode of our three-part series—a celebration of the most breathtaking images captured by Webb so far. Explore the Dwarf3 Smart Telescope: https://dwarflab.com?aff=230 Although James Webb’s discoveries are famously visual, each image tells a deeper story. In this episode, we guide you th...

The James Webb Space Telescope is rewriting what we know about the universe—but how does it actually work? In this video, we take you inside JWST to explore its powerful infrared cameras and spectrographs, including NIRCam, NIRSpec, and MIRI. Learn how these instruments detect ancient galaxies, peer through cosmic dust, and analyze the atmospheres of distant exoplanets. We’ll also explain the incr...

Why was the James Webb Space Telescope necessary? Discover how infrared vision, revolutionary engineering, and global collaboration gave humanity new eyes on the early universe—and changed astronomy forever.

I break down two major events that sent shockwaves through the global space industry:• China’s Zhuque-3 reusable rocket reached orbit — but ended in an explosive failure during its return phase • A single structural failure at Baikonur Cosmodrome temporarily shut down Russia’s ability to launch crewed missionsThese incidents highlight the razor-thin margins involved in reusable launch systems, hum...

NG-2 proves that Blue Origin’s New Glenn is not a concept anymore — it is an operational system capable of delivering payloads to orbit and recovering the booster with unprecedented precision. With a second reusable heavy-lift launcher now active, the entire launch landscape changes.

Welcome to this week’s high-level briefing on the biggest developments in space, science, engineering, and aerospace policy. In today’s episode, we dive into five major expert-level stories shaping the space sector right now:🌌 1. Fresh Organics on Enceladus Newly analyzed Cassini mission data strengthens the case for biologically relevant organic molecules inside Saturn’s icy ocean moon—bringing...

3I/ATLAS, the third confirmed interstellar object to enter our Solar System. Scientists agree it’s an extraordinary visitor — but what exactly is it?

Blue Origin’s New Glenn NG-2 mission just delivered one of the most impressive reusable rocket landings ever recorded — and in this video we break down exactly why. From the BE-4–powered ascent to the precision recovery on the ship Jacklyn, this mission wasn’t just a success… it marked the arrival of a fully operational, reusable heavy-lift launcher.

Over the course of his distinguished career, Prof. Barstow has made major contributions to our understanding of white dwarfs and the interstellar medium, pioneering the development of ultraviolet space instrumentation used to explore these enigmatic stellar remnants. He has been closely involved with NASA and ESA’s Hubble Space Telescope since its launch in 1990 and later played a key oversight ro...