Private space companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic have symbolized a new buzz in the space exploration world. That momentum is fueled by governments around the world as well, and it may bring people not only back to the moon but, in next couple decades, to Mars. To understand this moment, the challenges, the opportunities, and the roles of the different players, James Rogers speaks with Chris Carberry, CEO and co-founder of Explore Mars. He explains where the revival in space interest comes from and how the moon trip can set us up for a successful exploration of Mars.

• :45 minute mark - Background on Explore Mars
• 2:00 – The Artemis program
• 4:30 – The opportunity and challenge for private companies involved in the program
• 7:30 – The looming 2024 deadline for returning to the moon
• 9:15 – The Gateway’s role in the moon mission
• 11:30 – The build-up to Apollo 11 vs. the current environment
• 14:00 – How NASA might think through the budgeting and what constraints there may be
• 17:30 – The public private partnership model and how wide innovation will need to go
• 23:00 – The types of opportunities to innovate for Mars and how they might carry over to Earth
• 27:00 – The length of Mars missions
• 30:00 – What type of person will be selected to go to Mars
• 32:00 – The momentum around space exploration
• 35:00 – Alcohol in Space