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Alex G. Orphanos, Science Communicator
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  • Today In Space

    Starship Flight 12 Is Coming — And Falcon Heavy Just Reminded Us What SpaceX Can Do

    08/05/2026 | 43 mins.
    On this week's episode, we break down what to expect for Starship Flight 12 coming up next week & we share the moments from our last live stream hanging out during another falcon heavy launch! There's a lot going on in the world and the space industry and we want to get you amped up for the next big rocket launch
    Starship flight 12 success is success for future Artemis missions and NASA;s journey to the moon again. So wish the team's luck and get caught up on everything since flight 11 in EP413!
    I'm Writing My First Book and Making My First AI!
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    Is YOUR Company Looking to Hire Talented People in the Aerospace/Robotics/Technology fields?
    Email us at  [email protected]  for our in-podcast job listing ad rates and start finding talent within our community! Let's build a fantastic future together!
    We'd like to thank our sponsors:
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    Resources:
    Video from Space leading up to Flight 12: https://x.com/spacex/status/2047800137133756633?s=46
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    James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted)  https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1839142903
    SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted)  https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640
    Timestamps:
    00:00 Starship Flight 12 Incoming 
    00:58 Starship Development, Raptor V3, Pad 2, and more!
    04:25 Moon Landers for NASA Artemis 3 & 4 - NO MORE NRHO?
    04:45 What is NRHO? Generally, not technically
    05:35 LEO For Artemis 3
    06:41 About Writing My First Book & Making 1st AI
    08:51 Your Space Company Looking to Hire? Advertise Jobs on the Podcast!
    10:13 Falcon Heavy Replay for Viasat 3-F3 Launch Hangout Stream LIVE
  • Today In Space

    Artemis 2 Returns! Thoughts After Splashdown | One Week RECAP Since Crew Returned

    18/04/2026 | 22 mins.
    It's been a week since the Artemis 2 Crew returned home from their Moon Mission! It feels like the world has changed since this heroic adventure around the Moon and back. We still have plenty of problems here on Earth, but hope and Moon Joy seem to be in the air. An entire generation is now growing up with an Artemis Campaign and the Moon Landings are in sight. Let's recap the incredible cultural moment where we found some humanity following these 3 heroes around the moon and back! In the age of AI and global wars, it was the hope and humanity we were all looking for...
    Let us know what YOU took away from the mission in the comments or email us at [email protected]
    Is YOUR Company Looking to Hire Talented People in the Aerospace/Robotics/Technology fields?
    Email us at  [email protected]  for our in-podcast job listing ad rates and start finding talent within our community! Let's build a fantastic future together!
    We'd like to thank our sponsors:
    AG3D Labs (go to ag3dlabs.com to learn more, get started 3D printing, and sign up for our newsletter and 3D Printing AI release!)
    Resources:
    Artemis II Reentry & Splashdown Coverage LIVE w/ Guest Hosts Andrew, Caitlin, and Matt:
    https://youtube.com/live/LPU-LMoiXII?feature=share
    Artemis II Crew Breifing & Q&A after 6 days post-splashdown: 
    https://www.youtube.com/live/_43Ei9eQVww?si=bf2TmUUbgfVw-vVV&t=120
    Support the podcast:
    • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop -  http://ag3dprinting.etsy.com
    • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at  http://ag3d-printing.com
    • Donate at  todayinspace.net

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    00:00 Artemis 2 Mission Recap and Reflections
    01:30 Artemis 3 and Future Missions
    04:31 Personal Reflections and Mission Impact
    05:36 Press Conference and Crew Feedback
    08:41 Humanity and Teamwork in Space
    13:22 3D Printing Conference and AI Project (chat3DP)
    17:03 Final Thoughts and Future Missions
    21:30 My Favorite Artemis II Q&A Responses
  • Today In Space

    NASA Artemis 2 Mission RECAP | Days 2-7 | TLI Burn, Space Toilets, and the Humanity of Moon Science Missions!

    08/04/2026 | 15 mins.
    On this episode we recap Days 2-7 of the Artemis II Mission as the crew has broken records and learned more about the Moon than we ever knew before! This mission is more than just another spaceflight adventure, moon missions are SO SPECIAL! I recap the last week of the Moon Mission after launch, and share some of the best moments. But I also discuss what has made this first moon mission in half a century so special and unique....and why the next two missions are gearing up to be incredible! But first, the Artemis II crew and team must make it through arguably the most risky part of this mission - reentry and splashdown! 
    Make sure to follow along for the exciting finish to this incredible Lunar Adventure - and the safe return of our four Hero Astronauts!
    Is YOUR Company Looking to Hire Talented People in the Aerospace/Robotics/Technology fields?
    Email us at [email protected] for our in-podcast job listing ad rates and start finding talent within our community! Let's build a fantastic future together!
     
    We'd like to thank our sponsors:
    AG3D Labs (go to ag3dlabs.com to learn more, get started 3D printing, and sign up for our newsletter and 3D Printing AI release!)
    Support the podcast:
    • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - http://ag3dprinting.etsy.com
    • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at http://ag3d-printing.com
    • Donate at todayinspace.net

    • Today In Space Merch:
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    SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640
    Timestamps:
    0:00 We're Back to the Moon (Artemis II Week Recap)
    0:40 Why Moon Missions Hit Different Than than Any Human Missions
    1:35 TLI Burn - The Moment You Commit to the Moon
    2:30 Space Plumbers will be VERY Real Jobs (Mini Toilet Crisis in Space)
    4:00 The Reality of Living in Deep Space
    4:58 Day 6: Lunar Flyby & Science Operations Begin
    5:30 Scientists + Astronauts Doing Science = Peak Mission Energy
    6:30 Why This Mission Matters (Personal + Generational Impact)
    7:16 The Internet Problem: Trolls, AI, and Fake Space Content
    8:15 AI Content Farm Accounts Are Faking Space Content
    9:15 Why Real NASA Coverage is BACK
    10:00 Artemis II Breaks Records (Farthest Humans Ever In Space)
    10:45 The Most Dangerous Phase Is Next: Reentry
    11:30 The Heat Shield Problem (Biggest Concern)
    12:15 Can Extra Fuel Help the Crew during Reentry?
    13:30 The "Space Conundrum" Returns
    14:15 Why This Mission Feels Different (Human Connection)
    15:30 Splashdown Details & When to Watch Live
    16:00 Where to Follow Artemis II Coverage
    16:30 AG3D Labs - Our 3D Printing & AI Tool Company
    17:00 Final Thoughts: Spread Science & Stay Curious
  • Today In Space

    NASA Artemis 2 | Day 1 - Lift Off To The Moon! RECAP

    03/04/2026 | 54 mins.
    In this episode, we're covering DAY 1 of the Artemis 2 Mission in Earth orbit, before the TLI Burn to send the Orion Spacecraft and it's crew of 4 to the Moon. So much has happened in only one day and there's still so much of this mission to go! Big shoutout to everyone who joined us for the community live stream, including our co-hosts Matt Guy (niche3d.com) and Fitting in Adventure (@FittingInAdventure on youtube).
     
    Want to stay caught up on the Artemis II mission?

    Check out our new page at todayinspace.net/artemis-2 for all the latest info, mission timer, and live links from NASA - including our coverage for the podcast. Make sure to ask your curious questions in our form at the bottom of that page - and we'll answer them on the podcast!
     
    Day 2 was packed with a GREAT TLI Burn! Go Artemis 2 Crew - We're going to the Moon!
     
    Is YOUR Company Looking to Hire Talented People in the Aerospace/Robotics/Technology fields? 
     
    Email us at [email protected] for our in-podcast job listing ad rates and start finding talent within our community! Let's build a fantastic future together!
     
    We'd like to thank our sponsors:
    AG3D Printing (go to ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!)
    Support the podcast:
    • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - http://ag3dprinting.etsy.com
    • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at http://ag3d-printing.com
    • Donate at todayinspace.net

    • Today In Space Merch:
    James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1839142903
    SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640
    Timestamps:
    00:00 Quick 2 min Recap of Day 1 of NASA Artemis 2
    02:30 Stay Up To Date with Artemis 2 using our NEW Coverage Page todayinspace.net/artemis-2
    04:32 Question from MP: W/ Artemis 2 Just Orbiting Moon, is Artemis 3 landing - or later mission?
    11:26 T-10:00 Hold - Launch Readiness GO Poll (Chat GO For Launch Poll)
    27:28 T-01:00 LIVE Artemis 2 Launch Community Hangout w/ Today In Space
    37:12 First LIVE Views of Crew Inside Orion Capsule In Earth Orbit
    42:12 Orion Seperation from ICPS - Prox Op Begins
  • Today In Space

    NASA's Ignition Plan PT3 | Roman Telescope, Mars SKYFALL, and SR-1 Freedom on the Eve of Artemis 2

    01/04/2026 | 1h 15 mins.
    In this episode, we break down the final part of NASA's major Ignition Program Announcement on the Eve of Artemis 2. After the Artemis 2, we enter an exciting new era of NASA Future Tech that will expand science, exploration, and even the use of nuclear propulsion for space travel! From the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, to SKYFALL drones on Mars, and SR-1 Freedom demonstrating nuclear electric propulsion for the first time - there is so much to discuss. Drop your thoughts in the comments!
    To listen to Dr. Nicki Fox's Talk (full) watch our coverage here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uEUZJl-9SD0?si=fpaljV2ltf1_RAuC&t=4096
    To listen to Steven Sinacore's Talk on Nuclear in Space (full) watch our coverage here: https://www.youtube.com/live/uEUZJl-9SD0?si=J_Jj7nPqJxIMLVmu&t=8636
    To listen to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's closing thoughts go to (34:32) in this episode
    We'd like to thank our sponsors:
    AG3D Printing (go to ag3d-printing.com to learn more & start 3D printing today!)
    Support the podcast:
    • Buy a 3D printed gift from our shop - http://ag3dprinting.etsy.com
    • Get a free quote on your next 3D printing project at http://ag3d-printing.com
    • Donate at todayinspace.net
    • Today In Space Merch: 
    James Webb Space Telescope Model (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1839142903
    SpaceX Starship-Inspired Rocket Pen (3DPrinted) https://ag3dprinting.etsy.com/listing/1602850640
    Timestamps:
    00:00 Artemis 2 Launch and Community Engagement
    04:16 Portion of Dr. Nikki Fox's Speech Science and Exploration
    07:44 Alex's Reaction to Dr. Nikki Fox's talk
    24:01 Portion of Steve Sinacore's Presentation on Nuclear Power in Space 
    33:23 NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's Recap (full talk)
    55:34 Alex & Chat Breakdown NASA Ignition Closing Talks
    01:00:00 Challenges and Opportunities in Space Exploration

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