Aug 4, 2022
In Episode 44, Ben chats to Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Space Perspective, Jane Poynter. Setting a new bar in out-of-this-world thrilling experiences, as soon as late 2024 Space Perspective plans to take Space Explorers to space inside Spaceship Neptune’s pressurised capsule propelled by a high-performance SpaceBalloon; without using rocket fuel or high G forces. Space Explorers see the world anew through its vast windows, 450 miles in any direction. The ultra-comfortable, accessible and gentle six-hour journey redefines space travel.
Ben and Jane discuss how they are ensuring safety is a priority, the importance of sustainability in Space tourism and what guests will be able to do on the 6 hour journey to Space!
01:05 Intro to Jane Poynter
01:24 What is Space Perspective?
02:36 Is it safer than rockets?
05:25 Personal parachutes required?
06:30 Smoothness of experience
08:35 The bar!
09:50 Flight preparation
12:20 Biosphere 2
14:08 experience effect
16:08 Worlds only carbon neutral spacecraft!
17:32 First crewed mission
20:00 Predicting landing zone
21:58 Why land at sea?
23:00 Long term aspirations for Space Perspective
24:40 Equitable opportunities for all to go to Space
26:20 Jane’s experience pre Space Perspective
27:15 World Record Jump - Alan Eustace
29:06 Would Jane ‘quality test’?
30:05 The big question - a toilet on board?
30:58 Tickets available here
32:00 Wrap Up and socials
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