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Your weekly podcast journey into the latest news, missions, and stories shaping space exploration.

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The company AstroScale is working on a spacecraft that will grab a piece of rocket debris in obit and remove it. Then, for the third installment of Space on Tap, a special “Are We There Yet?’ live event series, we talked about the Nancy Grace Roman S... more

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A resupply mission is on its way to the International Space Station after launching Tuesday. What science is in store for the crew? Plus, a look at Margaret Hamilton’s career at NASA, a woman whose contributions helped land the first astronauts on th... more

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Scientists will soon be using NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to study galaxies, and how the universe became the way it is. Plus, a new discovery could help NASA better understand how life could exist on other planets in extreme environments... more

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: SpaceX’s massive Starship vehicle went into orbit for the first time. Plus, scientists are on the search for habitable worlds.

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Recent Guests

Patrick O'Neill
Public Affairs and Outreach Lead for the ISS National Laboratory
International Space Station National Laboratory
Episode: Science on the space station and Maragret Hamilton’s legacy
Emily Carney
Space flight historian and author
Independent historian, co-author of Star Bound
Episode: Science on the space station and Maragret Hamilton’s legacy
Greg Rudnick
Professor at the University of Kansas in the Department of Physics and Astronomy
University of Kansas
Episode: Understanding the galaxy’s evolution and how and Earth amoeba is helping in the search for life elsewhere
Ken Stedman
Professor of biology at Portland State University; director for the Center for Life in Extreme Environments
Portland State University
Episode: Understanding the galaxy’s evolution and how and Earth amoeba is helping in the search for life elsewhere
Beryl Rapoport
Ph.D. candidate in microbiology at Syracuse University
Syracuse University
Episode: Understanding the galaxy’s evolution and how and Earth amoeba is helping in the search for life elsewhere
Don Platt
Director of the Spaceport Education Center at Florida Tech
Florida Tech
Episode: Starship makes it into orbit and searching for habitable worlds
Howard Chen
Assistant Professor of Space Sciences at Florida Tech
Florida Tech
Episode: Starship makes it into orbit and searching for habitable worlds
Christian Davenport
Professor at Arizona State University and fellow at the National Air and Space Museum
Arizona State University; National Air and Space Museum
Episode: Weapons in space and a new podcast on the search for life in the universe, and what happens next
Nadia Drake
Science journalist involved with interview material for the When We Find Them series
Freelance science journalist; daughter of Frank Drake
Episode: Weapons in space and a new podcast on the search for life in the universe, and what happens next

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Brendan Byrne
Host of Are We There Yet?

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 490 ratings
  • Fantastic show

    Excellently informative, interesting and entertaining, and the host is just perfect for the task

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    5
    Remy nectarine peach kiwi
    Australia9 months ago
  • Elon/political class cope peddlers.

    They sound like they are in a cult.

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    El Phantsmo
    United Statesa year ago
  • lively, well-researched interviews

    Bravo, Brenden Byrne & team! These lively, well-researched interviews consistently ignite my curiosity about all things related to space starting with exploration, commercial travel, and UAPs. There’s no podcast like it. Highly recommended.

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    5
    W. Mattimoe
    United States2 years ago
  • Good podcast.

    Brenden Byrne is a good interviewer. I love his laugh. His guests are diverse. I’ve learned a lot about the FL space industry. 5 star review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doc's Mom
    United States2 years ago
  • Space Man Bren’s Excellent Podcast!

    Brenden (The Rocket) Byrne brings his big ‘ol swingin’ space knowledge to each week in this informative, educational podcast.

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    Bill P. Gates
    United States4 years ago

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Some listeners feel the show is quite technical and could be heavy for casual listeners.
Deeply technical yet accessible; guests guide the conversation with clear explanations.
High-quality guests and strong production; feels like a trusted space industry briefing.

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Understanding the galaxy’s evolution and how and Earth amoeba is helping in the search for life elsewhere
Q: How are you going to do this with a tool like the Roman Space Telescope?
The telescope will gather a massive amount of data at once and obtain spectra for every observed object, enabling a three-dimensional map of the universe and linking galaxy properties to their cosmic environments.
Science on the space station and Maragret Hamilton’s legacy
Q: Do astronauts' specific skills shape which experiments get prioritized?
Astronauts with certain specialties do not restrict experiments; all crew members participate across a range of investigations, contributing to collaborative science rather than being bound to a single discipline.
Science on the space station and Maragret Hamilton’s legacy
Q: What is the benefit of sending all this science off the planet and conducting it in space in the first place?
The discussion emphasizes the added dimension and unique microgravity conditions that enable insights not possible on Earth, which can improve models, medical research, and technology that ultimately benefit life back home.
Starship makes it into orbit and searching for habitable worlds
Q: Is this a big deal for SpaceX?
Yes, it marks SpaceX's first orbital flight of Starship after many tests and signals a shift toward an operational capability, with ongoing testing and data gathering to inform future launches and Starlink deployments.
Weapons in space and a new podcast on the search for life in the universe, and what happens next
Q: Is this legal? Can the US be doing this?
According to international law, notably the Outer Space Treaty, nuclear weapons cannot be placed in orbit; however, the discussion frames the current capabilities as non-nuclear space control tools, with a broader push toward militarizing space and deterrence rather than outright warfighting.

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What is Are We There Yet? about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends technical spaceflight details with policy, ethics, and industry dynamics through interviews with engineers, astronauts, ethicists, and space industry leaders. Episodes frequently cover Mars exploration, Artemis-era plans, private–public partnerships, satellite servicing, and cutting-edge space technology, all anchored by accessible explanations from domain experts. A standout trait is the mix of deep-dive engineering talks and broader conversations about governance, funding, and public engagement, often anchored by Florida-based space industry context. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful, expertly guided discussions that appeal to space enthusiasts, professionals in STEM fields, and anyone curious about how missions, ... more

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