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Two friends, two beers, and a casual conversation about space. Landing monthly in your podcast feed.

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A guest scheduling snafu, a sickness at Anthony’s house, and a great idea from a future guest leads to an old school late night Off-Nominal where the boys have some fun making a tier list of rockets.

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Jake and Anthony are joined by Christian Davenport of The Washington Post to talk about his new book, Rocket Dreams: Musk, Bezos, and the Inside Story of the New, Trillion-Dollar Space Race.

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• Episode 211 - The Intern... more

Jake and Anthony are joined by Greg Gillinger of Integrity ISR to talk about what Russia and China are up to lately with their space assets.

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• Episode 210 - Hufflepuff Ships (with Greg Gillinger) - YouTube

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Chris Temby and Jan Špaček join Jake and Anthony to talk about the Agnostic Life Finding Association and the search for life on Mars.

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• Episode 209 - Mars Life Pushers (with Chris Temby and Jan Špaček) - YouTube

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Recent Guests

Chris Temby
Co-founder of Alpha, working on astrobiological instrumentation.
Alpha
Episode: 209 - Mars Life Pushers (with Chris Temby and Jan Špaček)
Jan Špaček
Co-founder of Alpha, involved in research and development for life detection on Mars.
Alpha
Episode: 209 - Mars Life Pushers (with Chris Temby and Jan Špaček)
Adrian Beil
Space industry professional and reporter
Episode: 202 - Rapidly Adjusting (with Adrian Beil)
Matt Gjertsen
Aerospace professional with extensive experience in learning and development.
Better Every Day Studios
Episode: 200 - On the Interstages of Giants (with Matt Gjertsen)
Dante Lauretta
Principal Investigator of OSIRIS-REx, focusing on asteroid samples and astrobiology.
NASA
Episode: 195 - Dirtiest Thing in the Cleanroom (with Dante Lauretta)
Roman Chiporukha
Lifestyle management consultant and space tourism expert
SpaceVIP
Episode: 194 - St. Bart’s on a Tuesday (with Roman Chiporukha)
Chris Carberry
Author and documentarian focusing on space culture
Culture in Space Productions
Episode: 192 - Accordion-Based ECLSS (with Chris Carberry and Sam Burbank)
Sam Burbank
Director and filmmaker, involved in various space-related projects
Culture in Space Productions
Episode: 192 - Accordion-Based ECLSS (with Chris Carberry and Sam Burbank)
Richard French
Representative from Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab
Episode: 191 - It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere…at a Rocket Lab Facility (with Richard French)

Hosts

Jake Robins
Host of Off-Nominal, Co-host and informal space enthusiast, co-host of Off-Nominal Podcast
Anthony Colangelo
Co-host of Off-Nominal, Host of Off-Nominal, space policy expert

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 259 ratings
  • Informative but too much forced laughter on bad jokes. I am done… unsubscribing

    Interesting but the very forced laughter is super annoying. Signing OUT

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Space-Fleet Boy
    Switzerland7 months ago
  • Informative but too much forced laughter on bad jokes.

    Interesting but the forced laughter is annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Space-Fleet Boy
    Switzerland8 months ago
  • Sound quality

    I enjoy the content of this show very much, but I find myself not listening much anymore. Jake’s sound quality is so bad it’s difficult to listen to. Each and every guest has better sound quality than one of the hosts, I get lost in the roominess of Jake’s mic, and it’s often hard to understand what he is saying, or I just don’t care. It would really benefit the show to sort this problem out.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JTK68intime
    United States2 years ago
  • Funny and informative. I do wish they would drink even more however. Usually they only have one drink, which isn't enough for maximum entertainment.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    James3000
    2 years ago
  • Raise a glass and geek-out on the state of space

    Two wonks with deep insights into human and robotic forays beyond earth’s gravity pour drinks, talk shop, laugh, and opine. They’re typically joined by a knowledgeable guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tphr1973
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some criticisms focus on sound quality issues, particularly with one of the hosts, which has caused frustration for certain listeners.
The blend of entertainment and education is frequently praised, making it accessible for those interested in space without overwhelming complexity.
Listeners appreciate the casual and humorous approach to discussing space topics, often remarking on the high quality of guests and content.
Overall, feedback highlights a welcoming atmosphere that combines professionalism with light-heartedness, appealing to a broad audience.

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Talking Points

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200 - On the Interstages of Giants (with Matt Gjertsen)
Q: What is something the space industry is doing very poorly?
The space industry often fails to define what good leadership looks like and neglects the importance of focusing on the people side of things.
200 - On the Interstages of Giants (with Matt Gjertsen)
Q: What is something that the space industry is doing really well in terms of leadership?
The space industry excels at creating a clear and compelling vision for a better future, which attracts and retains talent.
191 - It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere…at a Rocket Lab Facility (with Richard French)
Q: How do you actually see that sort of thing getting approved or greenlit?
Leadership in Congress and at NASA needs to concur on the proposal for it to be approved.
191 - It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere…at a Rocket Lab Facility (with Richard French)
Q: What would be the Rocket Lab solution to that?
Rocket Lab is advocating for leadership towards action, empowering the private sector to innovate.
189 - Glow in the Dark Plants (with Awais Ahmed)
Q: What unique use cases does hyperspectral imaging offer?
Hyperspectral imaging allows us to identify specific crop species and detect diseases weeks before symptoms appear, as well as locate minerals like lithium and cobalt, which traditional imagery cannot do.

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Focusing on the enthusiasm and casual vibe surrounding space exploration, a unique blend of humor and informative discussions characterizes the content. Topics frequently include advancements in Mars exploration, updates on commercial space endeavors, industry challenges, and space policy. The hosts engage with guests from various sectors, making the conversations both entertaining and insightful for listeners interested in space science and the aerospace industry. The dynamic often combines technical discussions with personal anecdotes and beer-fueled banter, making it feel like joining friends at a bar with a shared passion for the cosmos.

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2. Jan Špaček
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