Episode Appearances
All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 8, 2026
This Week in Space 209: Astronauts for America
“Co-founder of Astronauts for America; flew Space Shuttle twice, spent 107 days on ISS, worked at SpaceX and VAST”
Political Polarization and Partisan GridlockConstitutional Democracy and Rule of LawElection Integrity and Voter Education
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Anderson Cooper 360 · Apr 11, 2026
Mission to the Moon: Artemis II Returns (Part 2)
“Classmate of Leland Melvin; discusses helicopter recovery procedures and space station experiences”
Artemis II Mission Success and Crew RecoveryCapsule vs. Shuttle Design PhilosophyHeat Shield Technology and Reentry Dynamics
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Mission to the Moon: Artemis II Returns (Part 1)
“Analyzes re-entry procedures, heat shield concerns, and crew emotional state based on shuttle landing experience”
Artemis II Mission Success and Crew RecoveryHeat Shield Performance and Thermal Protection SystemsDeep Space Re-entry and Splashdown Operations
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