Space and Things
A weekly podcast devoted to the exploration of space, with updates on what is happening in the space flight world as well as looking back at some of the key moments and figures involved with the evolution of space flight. Presented by historian Emily Carney and space nerd Dave Giles.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 48 minutes
- Episodes
- 208
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
STP126 - Remembering Columbia - 20 Years On - with Jonathan Ward
On February 1st 2003, the crew of the STS107 mission were returning home from space on the Space Shuttle Columbia when tragedy struck. It’s hard to believe it’s been 20 years. To mark this, we talk t…
STP125 - Space Guitars - with Josh Stotler - Oak Creek Guitars
This week we speak to Josh Stotler who runs Oak Creek Guitars and has built some incredible space guitars which we’re going to find out all about.
Josh Stotler:
https://www.oakcreekguitars.com
Instagram…
STP124 - Remembering Walt Cunningham - with Francis French
This week we celebrate the life of Apollo 7 astronaut Walt Cunningham, who died on January 3rd, aged 90. To do this we’re joined by our good friend Francis French.
Walt Cunningham Obituary:
STP123- 2023 Preview - with Robert Pearlman - Creator and Editor of collectSPACE
To celebrate the new year, we take a look at what might be getting us excited in 2023 with the founder and creator of the wonderful website, collectSPACE: Robert Pearlman.
collectSPACE:
STP122 - 2022 Review - with Robert Pearlman - Creator and Editor of collectSPACE
This week we look back at an incredible year in space with the founder and creator of the wonderful website, collectSPACE: Robert Pearlman
collectSPACE:
Twitter: https://tw…
STP121 - What Makes A Good Space Museum - High Praise and A Big Rant
Following Dave's US trip where he visited a number of air and space museums, we think it's the perfect time to discuss the different between a good and a not so good museum.
Full show notes: https://s…
STP120 - The Legacy of Apollo - with Dr. Teasel Muir-Harmony
We’re deep into the 50th anniversary of Apollo 17, the final moon mission of the Apollo Program, so we decided we wanted to have a discussion about what it all means with Dr. Teasel Muir-Harmony, cur…
STP119 - The Last Man On The Moon: Apollo 17 - with Keith Haviland: Documentary Producer
WIth the 50th anniversary of Apollo 17 in full swing we wanted to talk to Keith Haviland, the producer of a number of amazing space documentaries as a brand new version of The Last Man On The Moon is…
STP118 - Spaceflight Inc - The Uber of Space - With Tony Frego - VP of Mission Management
This week we take a look at another innovative space company: Spaceflight Inc. - What do they do and why is it important? We find out by speaking to Tony Frego, VP of Mission Management.
Tony Frego:
Li…
STP117 - Finding and Conserving Al Worden's Corvette - with Max Kaiserman
This week we're joined again by Max Kaiserman, the founder of Luna Replicas to discuss his recent acquisition of Al Worden's Corvette. We learn about the history of the Astrovettes and why this one i…
STP116 - The Space Hipster Book Prize - with Lois Huneycutt and John Whisenhunt
This week, we talk about space books with Lois Honeycutt and John Whisenhunt as they have just opened up the 2023 Space Hipster Book Prize for nominations for books released in 2022. It’s a wonderful…
STP115 - Getting Up Close with Artemis 1 - with Jean Wright and Ken Kremer of Space UpClose
In preparation for the upcoming launch attempt of the Artemis 1 rocket, we wanted to bring you an up close look at what’s been happening at Kennedy Space Center over the summer, so we invited Jean Wr…
STP114 - Human Hibernation and Anti-Radiation Pills? - The Future of Space Medicine - with Dr. Vanessa Farsadaki
Another mind blowing week. This week we talk to Dr. Vanessa Farsadaki to find out all about the field of Space Medicine. What is it today and what will it be tomorrow?
Dr. Vanessa Farsadaki:
STP113 - How To Use An Asteroid To Save Humanity - with Joel Sercel - CEO of TransAstra Corp.
This week we have a truly fascinating conversation with Joel Sercel, CEO of TransAstra Corp in which we find out how space technology is going to become the dominant global industry in the next 20 ye…
STP112 - Remembering Jim McDivitt - with Andrew Chaikin
Sad news this week as we mourn the loss of one of the heroes of early spaceflight. On October 13th, Jim McDivitt passed away aged 93. To help us celebrate his life, we’re joined once again by esteeme…
STP111 - Space Facts We Get Annoyed With People For Not Knowing
This week, Emily and Dave have a chat about things they wish the public knew more about.
Do you have a space fact which you get annoyed with people for not knowing? Please get in touch and tell us! We…
STP110 - Inspired by Space - The Moons Symphony with Amanda Lee Falkenberg
This week, Dave speaks to composer Amanda Lee Falkenberg about her brand new piece of music which is released this week: The Moons Symphony.
Find out how to listen and where to purchase your copy:
STP109 - Bringing Home Rocks From Mars - with Dr. Amy Williams
This week we speak to Dr. Amy Williams from the University of Florida. Dr. Williams has been involved with planning the mission to collect and return rocks from Mars with the Perseverance rover.
NASA…
STP108 - How To Save The World From An Asteroid Strike - DART Mission Preview with Dr. Thomas Statler
This week we preview NASA’s DART mission which will reach a critical moment on Monday 26th September.
The Double Asteroid Redirection Test is the first of its kind and aims to change the trajectory o…
STP107 - When Space Met Queen Elizabeth II
Follow the death of Queen Elizabeth II, we decided to take a look at the times when the Queen and our world of space flight crossed paths.
And all the latest space flight news.
Full show notes: https:/…