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The new space age is upon us, and This Week in Space leaves no topic untouched. Every Friday, join Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra magazine, Rod Pyle and Managing Editor of Space.com, Tariq Malik as they explore everything related to the cosmos.

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Newspace is hiring! With the major powers heading to the moon, low-Earth orbit becoming busier than ever, and countless new companies entering the space marketplace, the hiring pipeline is more critical than ever. We spoke with Dr. Amanda Smith-Hackl... more

In this week's episode we turned to Chelsea Gohd, former writer for NASA/JPL and now with Space.com, to talk about the recent large data dump from the Artemis II mission. What was included? Why is this new data important? What observations were made,... more

From the earliest works of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells to the best of contemporary space science fiction, Tariq and I dive deep into our favorite space si-fi across the ages! And our challenge to you for some of the most obscure titles we know.

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Chelsea Gohd
Science journalist at Space.com and former NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory communicator
Space.com
Episode: TWiS 232: The Lunar Dump - Over 800 GB of Moon Data
Dr. Laura Schaefer
Associate Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Stanford
Stanford University
Episode: TWiS 230: Living on Lava Worlds - Atmospheres on Lava-Covered Exoplanets
Rob Coppinger
Space journalist, editor of Spaceflight magazine (British Interplanetary Society)
Spaceflight magazine / British Interplanetary Society
Episode: TWiS 228: What's a HOTOL? - Britain in Space
Michael Okuda
Graphic designer and visual design lead for Star Trek; scenic art supervisor on Trek properties
Star Trek (Paramount), Trek projects
Episode: TWiS 227: TrekMania - Michael Okuda Talks LCARS, Easter Eggs, and Sci-Fi Innovation
Dr. Rainer Zitelmann
Author and historian; New Space Capitalism
Independent author/historian
Episode: TWiS 226: Who Owns the Moon? - Capitalism and Property Rights in Space
Adam Kall
Co-founder/CEO of KMI Space
KMI Space
Episode: TWiS 225: Get a Grip! - New Technologies for Orbital Salvage
David Kring
Principal Scientist for Lunar Programs at USRA; Director of the NASA Space Imagery Center
Universities Space Research Association (USRA); NASA Space Imagery Center
Episode: TWiS 224: The Science of Artemis - What We'll Do on the Moon
Scott Pace
Director of the Space Policy Institute at George Washington University; policy expert and former NSS executive
George Washington University / Space Policy Institute
Episode: TWiS 223: The Lunar Domain - Our Future on the Moon with Dr. Scott Pace
Rich Edwards
Writer for space.com and SFX Magazine; author of How to Invade Earth guide
Space.com / SFX Magazine
Episode: TWiS 222: How to Invade Earth in 22 Easy Steps - With Rich Edwards

Hosts

Rod Pyle
Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra Magazine; spaceflight historian and commentator; frequent host and interviewee on space topics
Tariq Malik
Managing Editor at Space.com; co-host and long-time presenter, with broad coverage of spaceflight, astronomy, and industry news

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Entertaining and informative

    Rod Pyle and Tarek Malik have a fun interplay are very knowledgeable and have a vast variety of guests on. The shows are concise, witty, lighthearted, while also being very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DataNutter
    United States2 years ago
  • This Week In Space

    I love this show. The show drops on Fridays. I look forward to my commute home every Friday.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikeology 101
    United States3 years ago
  • Well thought out and fun to listen to

    This Week In Space is entertaining and well planned. I enjoy the up to date and latest news, and the guests are experts in their field who do not condescend. In other words, this show can come down to a layman’s level - thank goodness! What I also really respect is that the show does not interject politics- very refreshing- and I attribute and compliment that to the two hosts. Thank you for an educational, yet fun listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bulverde Girl
    United States3 years ago
  • Extremely Educational

    This Week in Space is very well produced and the guests they have on are impressive people, many of them with direct experience in the industry. The weekly news summaries are also an excellent way to quickly catch up on space news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LSS3
    United States3 years ago
  • A must listen for space fans!

    Always engaging, educational and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MacPhyleWA
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging hosts with strong space knowledge and approachable explanations.
Guests are experts who bring real-world experience without talking down to listeners.
Consistently timely and informative with entertaining banter.

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TWiS 232: The Lunar Dump - Over 800 GB of Moon Data
Q: So what are they going to do? What's the science? And is there a chance they fly out without landers or do they just slip until they're ready?
Gohd says docking with at least one lander is central to Artemis III, so flying without one would undermine a major purpose. Planned science includes Earth and solar observations, human and biological systems research, and practicing sample collection.
TWiS 232: The Lunar Dump - Over 800 GB of Moon Data
Q: What was it that's so special, if you know, about seeing it with human eyes versus instrumentation?
Gohd says astronauts could see brief impact flashes that cameras missed, and their spoken and written descriptions added useful detail about terrain, shadows and color.
TWiS 228: What's a HOTOL? - Britain in Space
Q: What do you see as the future of spaceplanes given current technology and company leadership, such as SpaceX and others?
Rob explains that while current heavy-lift reusable rockets dominate, there is renewed interest in spaceplanes and hypersonic research through European initiatives and private ventures, suggesting a continuing, though transformed, pathway to space access.
TWiS 228: What's a HOTOL? - Britain in Space
Q: Why did you choose HOTOL and Skylon as the focal points for your book, rather than other British aerospace histories?
The hosts and Rob discuss the narrative power of HOTOL and Skylon as emblematic of imaginative engineering, the people behind them, and how their story mirrors broader themes of innovation, funding, and the race towards reusable space access that ultimately intersects with modern players like SpaceX.
TWiS 228: What's a HOTOL? - Britain in Space
Q: What inspired Rob Coppinger to focus on HOTOL and Skylon, and how did his career lead him to write about spaceplanes?
Rob traces his passion to early aerospace influences, his shift from engineering into journalism, and a deliberate choice to chronicle the long arc of spaceplane ideas, highlighting the engineers who persevered and the evolving technology that kept the dream alive.

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A weekly space-focused show that blends current spaceflight news with in-depth interviews and historical context. Discussions routinely cover rocket testing, Artemis and lunar plans, planetary science, and mission architectures, often pairing expert guests with insightful banter between seasoned hosts. Noteworthy is the show's broad guest slate—from NASA veterans and industry leaders to planetary scientists and space journalists—along with accessible explanations that make complex topics approachable for curious listeners and space professionals alike. The format consistently pairs timely updates with long-form conversations, creating a practical resource for potential sponsors seeking audience engagement around scientific advancement, poli... more

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2. Dr. Laura Schaefer
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