This Week In Space podcast: Episode 227 — Trekmania
On Episode 227 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik are joined by Michael Okuda, who with wife and others have been central to the look, feel, and substance of the Star Trek universe.
In episode 227 of "This Week In Space," Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik welcomed Michael Okuda, a pivotal figure in the Star Trek universe, alongside his wife. It has been 60 years since the iconic show's inception and the franchise continues to thrive in various forms, such as computer graphics, alien languages, designs, and digital effects.
Okuda has been instrumental in maintaining the integrity of Star Trek, having worked on numerous space-related projects, books, and NASA initiatives. During the special episode, they discussed recent developments in space news.
China is on track to launch its Mars sample-return mission by 2028, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The U.S. military has also made strides in space, conducting the first-ever live fly exercise in space. Notably, a NASA astronaut witnessed the tragic 9/11 attacks from space back in 2001. The episode also featured a spotlight on Michael Okuda, who appeared on the Star Trek X social media platform.
Additionally, listeners were introduced to the top pick in beginner telescopes, the Celestron Astro Fi 102. Finally, Estes, a model rocket maker, unveiled a scale model of the Falcon 9 rocket, perfect for enthusiasts looking to own a piece of space exploration history.
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