Age of Infinite: A Project Moon Hut Series

In This Episode Join David Goldsmith as he welcomes Megan Crawford, Managing Partner at Space Fund, to explore the transformative potential of the space economy in the Age of Infinite. In this episode, Megan shares groundbreaking insights on the evolving landscape of space investment, emphasizing the need for sustainable economic models beyond government funding. She highlights the critical role o...

In This Episode Join us as we dive into the cosmos with Andrew McCarthy, a freelance astrophotographer and social media sensation known for his stunning space imagery. With over 380,000 followers on Instagram under the handle @cosmic_background, Andrew shares his journey of capturing breathtaking photographs of the moon and beyond. In this episode, we explore how these images not only inspire curi...

In This Episode Join us for an enlightening conversation with Hank Rogers, owner of the Tetris Company and a visionary entrepreneur in the gaming and space industries. In this episode, Hank shares his journey from creating the iconic game Tetris to advocating for sustainable living on Earth and beyond. He emphasizes the importance of 'thinking bigger'—not just in terms of business but also in addr...

In This Episode Join us for an enlightening conversation with Stephanie Countryman, Director of BioServe Space Technologies and Research Associate at the University of Colorado Boulder. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of life science experiments in space and their implications for humanity. Stephanie shares key insights about the complexities of conducting space experiments, e...

In This Episode Join us for an enlightening conversation with Roger Launius, former Chief Historian at NASA and a prominent figure in space history. With over three decades of experience, Roger shares his insights on the evolution of space exploration and the complex motivations behind humanity's desire to venture beyond Earth. Throughout the episode, Roger discusses five key reasons for flying in...

In This Episode Join us for an enlightening conversation with Alex Leyendecker, a US Air Force helicopter pilot and sexologist specializing in human sexuality and reproduction in off-Earth environments. In this episode, we dive deep into the groundbreaking topic of reinventing sexuality and reproduction in space, exploring how these concepts are vital for humanity's future beyond Earth. Alex share...

In This Episode Join us as we delve into the transformative ideas of space exploration with our guest, Dana Andrews, a veteran in the aerospace industry with a career spanning nearly six decades. Dana shares his insights on how developing resources in space can address Earth's pressing challenges, such as overpopulation and global warming. He emphasizes the potential of harnessing materials from t...

In This Episode Join host David Goldsmith as he welcomes John Spencer, founder of the Space Tourism Society and a veteran in the space community for over 30 years. In this enlightening conversation, they explore the transformative concept of the "space experience economy," which encompasses everything from space tourism to Earth-based experiences. John shares key insights on how space experiences...

In This Episode Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of human health and space travel with Dr. Shauna Pandya, a physician and director at the International Institute of Aeronautical Sciences. In this episode, we delve into key insights about the challenges of space medicine, including how space is trying to kill us through radiation exposure, isolation, and altered gravity environmen...

In This Episode Join us as David Goldsmith welcomes Steve Wolf, the Deputy Executive Director of Spacecom and co-founder of Beyond Earth Institute. In this thought-provoking conversation, Steve shares his insights on humanity's purpose in the cosmos and our innate drive to expand beyond Earth. Key moments include discussions on the evolutionary impulse that compels humans to explore new frontiers...

In This Episode Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of carbon nanotubes with our guest, Gadhaddar Reddy, a nanotechnology expert and head judge at the Global Technology Symposium. Gadhaddar shares his insights on why carbon nanotubes are poised to revolutionize space exploration, akin to the role silicon plays in electronics. Throughout the episode, Gadhaddar discusses his personal jour...

In This Episode Join us as we explore the fascinating world of space policy and ambitions with our guest, Namrata Ghaswani, a leading analyst specializing in space policy and ethics. With her extensive background as a research fellow and experience with NATO, Namrata shares invaluable insights into China's long-term space goals and the implications for global power dynamics. Throughout the convers...

In This Episode Join us as we delve into the Age of Infinite with our guest, Franklin Chang-Diaz, a renowned physicist and engineer who has participated in seven space missions. Franklin shares his groundbreaking work on the VASIMR engine, a revolutionary plasma propulsion technology that could transform space travel. Key insights from the conversation include the importance of transitioning from...

In This Episode Join us as David Goldsmith welcomes Howard Bloom, a renowned author and thinker with a rich background in theoretical physics and microbiology. In this episode, Howard shares groundbreaking insights about the resilience of life on Earth and its capacity to thrive amidst catastrophic conditions. Howard discusses the concept of "molecular genesis," exploring how life emerged from see...

In This Episode Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of space research and biology with our guest, Dr. Sonya Schrepfer, a scientific co-founder of Sonya Biotechnology and an adjunct professor at UCSF. With her extensive background in surgery and stem cell immunology, Dr. Schrepfer shares groundbreaking insights on how space conditions can accelerate aging in living organisms. Through...

In This Episode Join us as we explore the fascinating intersection of space exploration and its implications for life on Earth with our esteemed guest, Charlie Bolden, former NASA Administrator and retired Major General in the U.S. Marines. In this episode, Charlie shares his insights on the fragility of the human body in space, the challenges of getting humans to Mars, and the transformative pote...

In This Episode Join us as David Goldsmith welcomes David Johnston, the managing director of Yeomans Capital and a seasoned investor in over 40 startups, to explore the future of space governance. In this thought-provoking conversation, they delve into the implications of establishing governance structures beyond Earth, particularly in the context of Project Moon Hut—a visionary initiative aimed a...

In This Episode Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Narayan Prasad, cofounder of Statsearch and curator of NewSpace India. Narayan shares his insights on the inclusive commercialization of space and its potential to transform lives on Earth. He discusses the historical context of traditional space exploration, drawing parallels to the aviation industry and highlighting the lessons we...

In This Episode Join David Goldsmith as he welcomes Moriba Jha, an expert in aerospace engineering and engineering mechanics at the University of Austin, Texas. In this enlightening conversation, Moriba shares groundbreaking insights into the pressing issue of space debris and the concept of space environmentalism. Key insights from the discussion include: The urgent need for space safety, securit...

In This Episode Join us as David Goldsmith welcomes Chris Carberry, CEO and cofounder of Explore Mars, to discuss the profound impacts of space exploration on Earth. Chris shares insights from his recent book, "Alcohol and Space," and expands on how innovations developed for space can benefit humanity back home. Key insights include the importance of Earth-based markets in supporting space settlem...

In This Episode Join us as David Goldsmith welcomes Peter Gerritsen, a former Air Force strategist and current thought leader in space policy, to discuss the transformative potential of the Space Force for humanity. Peter shares groundbreaking insights on how the Space Force can act as an accelerant for prosperity and long-term security, emphasizing its role in harnessing space resources to tackle...

In This Episode Join us as we dive into a fascinating discussion with Bianca Cefalo, a Space Systems Thermal Product Manager at Airbus Defense and Space in the UK. Bianca shares her expertise on thermal control, a critical aspect for sustaining life both on Earth and in space. Key insights include the mechanisms of heat exchange—conduction, convection, and radiation—and how these principles are ap...

In This Episode Join us as we welcome Frank White, a renowned space philosopher and author, best known for his concept of the "Overview Effect." In this enlightening conversation, Frank shares groundbreaking insights about our relationship with space and the urgent need for a new philosophy of exploration. He recounts a memorable story about his young son, who reminded him that "we are already in...

In This Episode Join us as we explore the vast potential of space with Hoyt Davidson, founder and managing partner of Near Earth. With extensive experience in investment banking and a groundbreaking role in commercial satellite financing, Hoyt shares transformative insights on the economic opportunities that lie beyond our planet. Hoyt introduces the concept of "quadrillions," emphasizing the imme...

In This Episode Join David Goldsmith as he welcomes John Strickland, a board member of the National Space Society and a long-time advocate for space exploration. In this enlightening episode, John shares his insights on the potential of lunar power satellites to combat climate change. Key moments include a discussion on the geological perspective of global warming, the challenges of ground-based a...