Best Ubaldo Podcasts (2026)

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Turning Space Debris Into Opportunity with Ubaldo “The Space Ace” Ciminieri 11:17

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3d ago11:17

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Join host Susan Wise as she sits down with Ubaldo “The Space Ace” Ciminieri, Chief of Staff at SIS Lunar Industries, to explore how the future of space power, recycling, and innovation is turning science fiction into reality. From transforming space debris into usable materials to empowering new voices in the space industry, this episode is a remin…

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Space Migration & the Next Frontier: Insights from Tyler Bender, Beyond Earth Institute 11:16

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Join host Susan Wise on the Stars Launch Pod as she talks with Tyler Bender, Policy Analyst at the Beyond Earth Institute, about the future of human space settlement, space policy, and how everyday careers on Earth can shape life beyond our planet. Discover insights on space migration, innovation, and building sustainable communities beyond Earth.…

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Jess Bunchek on Space Farming, Aeroponics & DLR Research 13:10

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Can we grow fresh food in space? Astrobotanist Jess Bunchek takes us inside her work at DLR, from Antarctica to advanced aeroponics, revealing how space farming could transform life both off-world and here on Earth.By Susan Wise

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The Great Global Wealth Transfer — Thomas Piketty on Inequality 27:10

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Did you know that governments in Europe are able to spend 40 times more per child on education than governments in Sub-Saharan Africa? In this episode, world renowned economist Thomas Piketty breaks down the World Inequality Report 2026 and explains why today’s inequality is no longer a slow-moving crisis but an emergency. He shows how the global f…

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Alyssa Carson on Mars, Astrobiology & Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Explorers 13:09

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Join us as we talk with Alyssa Carson, astrobiologist and aspiring astronaut, about her journey from a curious child fascinated by space to a pioneering researcher exploring the possibility of life on Mars. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and inspiring advice from someone chasing her dreams beyond Earth—and learn how she’s empowering the next ge…

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Launching Space Careers: Bill West & the Space Workforce Institute 12:49

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Bill West, Executive Director of the Space Workforce Institute, about the future of the space economy and the people powering it. Discover how new workforce standards, credentials, and training programs are opening doors for professionals from all backgrounds to launch their careers in space. From welders to cybersecurity experts — find out how you…

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Legged Robots & Lunar Soil: Douglas Jerolmack on NASA’s LASSIE & TRUSSES Projects 21:23

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Geophysicist Douglas Jerolmack explores how legged robots are transforming planetary exploration. From NASA’s LASSIE and TRUSSES projects to surprising discoveries about lunar soil, crack patterns on Mars, and even the secret mud behind Major League Baseball, this episode reveals how persistence, creativity, and collaboration are driving the future…

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The Space Pen Story: How Fisher Pens Made History with NASA 12:48

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Discover the fascinating story behind the Fisher Space Pen—the pen that writes upside down, underwater, and even in zero gravity. Eric Bond, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, shares the innovation that made it possible, its legacy in every NASA mission since 1968, and how this iconic tool continues to inspire the future of space exploration.…

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Revolutionizing Space Water Systems: Dr. Paul Westerhoff on UV Light, Biofilms & the ISS 15:31

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Join host Susan Wise as she talks with Dr. Paul Westerhoff, Regents Professor at Arizona State University, about his groundbreaking work using UV light to control biofilms on the International Space Station. Discover how this innovative, chemical-free technology could revolutionize water systems both in space and here on Earth—from keeping astronau…

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Health Apartheid | Private Profit vs Public Health — How South Africa Is Fighting Back 31:33

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What happens when healthcare becomes a financial asset? In this episode, Anna Marriott and Dr. Aquina Thulare break down the dangers of health privatization and financialization. They explain how private equity and hedge funds are transforming hospitals into profit machines, putting patient care and public health at risk. Dr. Aquina Thulare describ…

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Inside the ISS: Breakthrough Science with Ryan Reeves 17:51

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Discover how cutting-edge space research—from cancer treatments and artificial retinas to fiber-optic breakthroughs—is transforming life here on Earth. Ryan Reeves, Technical Director of Research & Innovation at the International Space Station National Laboratory shares behind-the-scenes stories, surprising discoveries, and a look at what’s next af…

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Troy M. Morris on KMI’s Space Tow Truck & Orbital Debris Solutions 13:34

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In this episode of Stars Launch Pod, host Susan Wise sits down with Troy Morris, co founder and CEO of KMI, to explore how his team is building the “tow truck for space.” From tackling orbital debris to demonstrating groundbreaking capture technology aboard the International Space Station, Troy shares the journey, challenges, and aha moments behind…

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From Typhoon Haiyan to COP30: Marinel Ubaldo on Climate Justice and What COP30 Must Deliver 30:22

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When Super Typhoon Haiyan tore through the Philippines, 16-year-old Marinel Ubaldo watched her world wash away and learned a truth million on the frontlines already know: climate change is not a distant threat, but a lived injustice. Since then she’s become a fearless voice for accountability, loss and damage, and community-powered resilience. In t…

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From Salsa to Space: Dr. Danny Jacques’ Mission with Danny’s Rocket Ranch & Space Camp Scholarships 11:59

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Dr. Danny Hawkins, founder of Danny’s Rocket Ranch and Space Camp Hall of Fame inductee, shares how his love for teaching, salsa, and space exploration sparked a mission to inspire the next generation. From classroom lessons to launching a salsa brand that funds scholarships, his journey proves that creativity and persistence can fuel both dreams a…

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Space, Bones & Breakthroughs: Dr. Thomas Lang on NASA Research & AI Imaging | Stars Launch Pod 20:08

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Join host Susan Wise as she sits down with Dr. Thomas F. Lang, Professor Emeritus at UCSF, whose groundbreaking research with NASA has transformed our understanding of how space travel affects bone health. From the first studies aboard the International Space Station to cutting-edge AI imaging today, Dr. Lang shares fascinating insights on osteopor…

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Robots in Space: Dr. Gordon Roesler on the Future of Satellite Servicing 12:22

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Join host Susan Wise as she talks with Dr. Gordon Roesler, former DARPA leader and president of Robots in Space, about the groundbreaking technology that allows satellites to repair, refuel, and even upgrade themselves in orbit. Discover how robotic servicing is transforming the future of space and why persistence is key to innovation among the sta…

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A Hopeful Tipping Point: The Legal Win That Could Stop New Fossil Fuels 30:50

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When an oil site was approved near her home, Sarah Finch didn’t just protest, she took her fight to the UK Supreme Court. And won. In this powerful episode, Sarah joins Nafkote Dabi and Max Lawson to share the story behind her five-year legal battle that changed everything: a ruling that now forces every new fossil fuel project in Britain to confro…

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NASA’s Brian Campbell on Satellites, Ice, and Students 21:40

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Join host Susan Wise on Stars Launch Pod as she sits down with NASA’s Brian Campbell, Senior Earth Science Specialist, to explore groundbreaking satellite missions, student-driven discoveries, and what it takes to turn failure into success. From tracking melting ice sheets to mapping billions of trees, discover how NASA data—and curious young minds…

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Star Sciences: Connecting, Collaborating & Accelerating Space Research 12:06

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Join host Susan Wise and Lori McAlister, Director of Membership at Star Sciences, as they dive into the exciting new tools, resources, and innovations helping researchers across the globe connect and accelerate their work. From AI research navigation to the Collaborate Café and inspiring stories from the SmallSat Education Conference at Kennedy Spa…

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Space Farming: How Dr. Gary Stutte Grows Food Beyond Earth 17:17

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Join host Susan Wise as she talks with Dr. Gary Stutte—‘space farmer,’ scientist, and CEO of SyNRGE—about growing food beyond Earth, recycling human waste into life support, and how space farming innovations are transforming agriculture here on Earth.By Susan Wise

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Do We Need Billionaires? Can Private Money Serve the Public Good? 25:27

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Can finance be part of the solution to inequality? Following philosopher Dr. Ingrid Robeyns’ call to ask “How much wealth is too much?”, we meet someone trying to change the system from within. João Paulo Pacífico says he is ‘hacking’ the system using the tools of finance to fight inequality and support social movements like Brazil’s Landless Worke…

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John Mather on James Webb, Exoplanets & Cosmic Discovery 17:41

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Join Nobel Prize–winning astrophysicist John Mather as he shares the groundbreaking science behind the James Webb Space Telescope, the mysteries of cosmic origins, and bold new ideas for discovering Earth-like planets beyond our solar system.By Susan Wise

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The War on Women: Gaza, Genocide, and the Fight for Peace 32:11

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Around the world, peace talks too often exclude the very people holding communities together. In this powerful episode, Max and Grazielle sit down with Dr. Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini, and Dr. Sarah Ihmoud, to unpack what happens when women lead peace and the human cost for the war in Gaza. From Northern Ireland’s Women’s Coalition to Palestinian women…

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Bringing Space Science Back to Earth | Stars Launch Pod 14:18

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“Bringing Space Science Back to Earth” Join host Susan Wise as she talks with Dr. David Pollock, founder of Star Sciences, about how innovations from space research are transforming life on Earth. From zero-gravity stem cell breakthroughs to the future of skincare and collaboration in space technology, this inspiring conversation explores how we ca…

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From CubeSats to Classrooms: Inspiring Young Space Leaders 14:07

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Unlocking the Future: Inside Colorado’s Air and Spaceport - CASP 16:06

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Discover how the Colorado Air and Spaceport is pioneering the future of aviation and commercial spaceflight, blending a busy general aviation hub with cutting-edge aerospace innovation.By Susan Wise