With the pace of technological advancement, who says space settlement is not a possibility? In fact, space exploration, even for recreational purposes, is already happening via space tourism. What does this mean in the near future? Bringing on the show an expert in all things space, Doctor Awesome is with none other than Dr. David Livingston. Dr. Livingston is the founder and host of The Space Show® and the Executive Director of the One Giant Leap Foundation, Inc. (OGLF). In this episode, he rockets us up into the cosmos with discussions on space settlement and its realistic future for us as a human species. He taps into the institutions as well as companies like SpaceX that can either bring the vision forward or back, untangling the complicated dynamics between the state and private corporations. From space-related explorations to medical research to human gravity prescription and everything in between, Dr. Livingston brings out his expertise backed with current and existing studies to enlighten us about the possibilities of human life in space. Is space settlement something we’ll see in our lifetimes? How far along are we in the process? Tune in to quench your space curiosities with this conversation!
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