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TWiS 209: Astronauts for America - The Best of the Best Speak OutMany of us grew up idolizing astronauts as the best of the best that America—and other nations—have to offer. After leaving NASA, many of them go on to relatively routine careers in business or academia, but some stay "on mission" and continue striving to improve the human condition. The 100-plus astronauts behind Astronauts for America, led by Garrett Reisman and Steve Lindsey—a Democrat and Republican—have decided to speak out about their concerns for our democracy. As the nonprofit's website says, "Astronauts For America is a nonpartisan organization of former NASA astronauts who have sworn to defend the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to science, evidence-based decision-making, public service, and the rule of law." Reisman and Lindsey join us for this important episode. Headlines: • Pentagon Releases Official UFO Files Online • James Webb Space Telescope Directly Observes Nearby 'Super Earth' • Curiosity Rover's Wheels Show Severe Wear on Mars • Curiosity Rover Gets Its Robotic Arm Stuck on a Martian Rock Main Topic: Astronauts for America—Combatting Political Polarization • Group of 100+ Retired Astronauts Form Nonpartisan Organization • Mission to Counter Extreme Partisanship and Foster Civil Discourse • Oath to Uphold the Constitution Drives Their Advocacy • Experiences in Space and Military Inform Their Approach • Emphasis on Data, Science, and Rule of Law in National Debate • Concerns Over Erosion of Democratic Norms and Civic Trust • Civil Rights, Political Violence, and Challenges in Congress Prompt Action • Organization Seeks to Educate, Engage the Public, and Partner with Other Groups • Launch of Voter Scorecards Based on Constitutional Values, Not Policy Positions • Call for Informed Citizen Participation and Election Integrity Initiatives Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Guests: Garrett Reisman and Steve Lindsey Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: outsystems.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit Melissa.com/twit

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TWiS 205: All About Artemis - The Brilliance of Artemis 2This week's episode is devoted to the flight of Artemis II. From the spectacular, on-time launch to the lunar flyby to reentry preparation, we chart all the major events of the mission. Some are technical and scientific--the interest in the small meteoritic impacts on the lunar farside and the spectacular solar eclipse witnessed by the crew—and some are more human interest, such as the messages to the crew from Apollo moonwalker Charlie Duke and the posthumous message from Apollo 8/13 astronaut Jim Lovell, to the very emotional moment where the crew named a crater after Reid Wiseman's recently deceased wife, Carroll. It's a humdinger of a show packed with facts and relevant discussion. Join us! Main Topic: The Artemis II Mission • Rod & Tariq Share Launch Site and Newsroom Experiences • Spacecraft Amenities: The Ongoing Space Toilet Saga • On-the-Ground Reporting at Kennedy and Johnson Space Centers • Inside the Orion Capsule: Size, Crew Life, and Design • Spectacular Launch: Countdown, Liftoff, and Astronaut Impressions • Cameras and Tech: Photo Gear and Laser Communications on Artemis 2 • Smoothest Crewed Launch Beyond Earth Orbit in Over 50 Years • Life Aboard Orion: Living Space, Exercise, and Hygiene Challenges • Emotional Moments: Naming Lunar Craters and Tribute to Crew Family • Wakeup Calls from Apollo Astronauts—Legacy Meets Next Generation • Crew Lunar Flyby: Scientific Observations and Lunar Impact Flashes • Capturing Rare Sights: Earthset, Night Views, and Eclipses from Moon Orbit • Presidential Call: Communications Hiccups and Political Overtones • Return and Splashdown: Heat Shield Concerns, Recovery Procedures, and Records Set • Reflections on Budget Constraints, Press Facilities, and NASA Operations Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik Download or subscribe to This Week in Space at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: Melissa.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

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