Meeting assets for Dallas HM record are ready! 9-3-25Hi David LivingstonOur Hote Mars discussion covered plans for Cis-lunar space activities, including upcoming missions and the development of transportation infrastructure needed for commercial operations. Our guest, Dallas Bienhoff, presented concepts for establishing permanent human presence on the moon and Mars, outlining necessary infrastructure systems and technology requirements. The conversation concluded with a discussion of energy supply challenges on the moon and the potential implementation of nuclear power stations.Our conversation also focused on Cis-lunar space, the region between Earth and the Moon, including Lagrange points and lunar orbit. Dallas explained that while there's currently limited activity in this area, 30-40 missions are planned for the near future, including both robotic and human missions as part of NASA's Artemis program. He noted that transportation nodes and propellant depots will be needed for commercial missions, with SpaceX and Blue Origin planning reusable systems for this purpose. The conversation also touched on the potential for space tourism and military considerations in Cis-lunar space, with Dallas emphasizing that while the Space Force is interested in monitoring the area, the Outer Space Treaty prevents any country from claiming ownership of space locations.Dallas, a space systems architect for OffWorld.ai, discussed plans for establishing a permanent human presence on the moon and Mars with an unlimited budget as a result of John’s question. He outlined the need for infrastructure systems on the moon, including habitats, roads, power sources, and in-situ resource utilization to create building materials and water. Dallas addressed the technology readiness levels of various space vehicles and the challenges of energy supply on the moon, suggesting that nuclear power would be necessary. He estimated that a nuclear power station on the moon could be operational in 5 to 7 years, though NASA aims for a shorter timeline. As for nuclear on the moon, he said it was essential and explained why that was so.Special thanks to our sponsors:Northrup Grumman, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Helix Space in Luxembourg, Celestis Memorial Spaceflights, Astrox Corporation, Dr. Haym Benaroya of Rutgers University, The Space Settlement Progress Blog by John Jossy, The Atlantis Project, and Artless EntertainmentOur Toll Free Line for Live Broadcasts: 1-866-687-7223For real time program participation, email Dr. Space at: [email protected] Space Show is a non-profit 501C3 through its parent, One Giant Leap Foundation, Inc. To donate via Pay Pal, use:To donate with Zelle, use the email address: [email protected] you prefer donating with a check, please make the check payable to One Giant Leap Foundation and mail to:One Giant Leap Foundation, 11035 Lavender Hill Drive Ste. 160-306 Las Vegas, NV 89135Upcoming Programs:Broadcast 4429: ZOOM Doug Loverro | Friday 12 Sep 2025 930AM PTGuests: Douglas LoverroZOOM: Doug discusses return to the Moon policy per his recent Space News Op Ed dated 9-2-25 titled "We led NASA’s human exploration program. Here’s what Artemis needs next." co-authored by Doug Cooke and Dan DumbacherBroadcast 4430 ZOOM Dr. Gerta Keller | Sunday 14 Sep 2025 1200PM PTGuests: Dr. Gerta kellerzoom Dr. Keller discusses her book, "The Last Extinction: The Real Science Behind The Death of the Dinosaurs"Stream Guys https://player.streamguys.com/thespaceshow/sgplayer3/player.php#FastServ https://ic2646c302.fastserv.com/stream Get full access to The Space Show-One Giant Leap Foundation at doctorspace.substack.com/subscribe

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