Exploring the Future of Space: Dr. Dan Britt on NASA Missions, Lunar Landings & Asteroid Mining
Dr. Dan Britt, a veteran of four NASA missions, reveals the harsh realities of lunar exploration, the hidden challenges of landing on the Moon, and why asteroid mining may be closer than we think. Discover what it really takes to succeed in space—and why thinking like we do on Earth could be our biggest mistake. Susan Wise: Welcome to STARS Launch Pod: Space Technology and Research Sciences, brought to you by StarSciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I'm your host, Susan Wise, and it's an honor to have with us on the podcast today Dr. Dan Britt,
The New Space Economy: Why Commercial Space Matters for the Future
Discover how the new space economy is transforming our future. In this episode, CisLunar Industries CTO Joe Pawelski explains how space manufacturing, plasma propulsion, and high-power satellite systems could enable industries on the Moon and beyond. Susan Wise: Welcome to Stars Launch Pod: Space Technology and Research Sciences, brought to you by StarSciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I'm your host, Susan Wise, and with me is Joe Pawelski from Dynamic Space. Did I say that right? Joe Pawelski: You sure did. Thank you. Susan Wise: Joe is the co-founder and CTO at CisLunar Industries. His academic
Inside Space Camp: Inspiring Future Astronauts & Innovators
Space Camp is more than rockets and simulations—it’s where curiosity turns into confidence. Join us as Robin Soprano shares how immersive experiences are launching future explorers toward the stars. Hi, and welcome to Stars Launch Pod: Space Technology and Research Sciences, brought to you by StarSciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I’m your host, Susan Wise. Now, as Vice President of Space Camp, Robin Soprano is dedicated to inspiring the spirit of discovery through immersive engagement, with a passion for workforce development and experiential learning. Robin oversees the delivery of immersive STEM programs that inspire the next
Ecoatoms: AI-Powered Space Manufacturing & Payloads
The rocket gets the headlines — but the payload is the mission. Learn how Ecoatoms is building intelligent space systems that will help humans thrive beyond Earth. From drawing space shuttles as a child in Argentina to leading a NASA-partnered space company, Dr. Solange Massa shares how small “micro-aha” moments can build a future on Mars. Susan Wise: Hi, and welcome to Stars Launch Pod: Space Technology and Research Sciences, brought to you by StarSciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I'm your host, Susan Wise, and I’m thrilled to have with us Dr. Solange Massa, Founder and
Fungi in Space: How Mycelium Could Protect Astronauts from Space Radiation
What if the key to protecting astronauts from deadly space radiation isn’t metal — but mushrooms? Astronautical architect Eszter Gulacsi is pioneering an unexpected solution: using fungi and mycelium as lightweight, self-growing radiation shields for future space missions. From DIY lab experiments to testing at NASA’s Space Radiation Laboratory, her groundbreaking work could help make long-duration travel to the Moon, Mars, and beyond safer than ever before. Susan Wise: Welcome to Stars Launch Pod: Space Technology and Research Sciences, brought to you by StarSciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I'm your host, Susan Wise, and joining us
How Students Are Shaping the Future of Space Exploration | NASA L’Space & The Lucy Mission
What do tiny tardigrades, NASA’s Lucy Mission, and student innovators have in common? They may hold the keys to how humanity thrives in space. Discover how a new generation of students, engineers, and explorers is shaping the future of space — from NASA missions to research that could change life beyond Earth. Susan Wise: Hi, and welcome to STARS Launch Pod — Space Technology and Research Sciences — brought to you by Starsciences.org, where we connect, collaborate, and accelerate. I’m your host, Susan Wise. It’s an honor to have with us Peter Ulrich, a senior studying aerospace engineering