Albertans In Space Podcast

What's Up With Rocks? - Chris Herd, Planetary Geologist and Meteorite Expert - Ep03S02 - Albertans In Space Podcast

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Fulfilling one’s childhood dream is a rare and powerful gift—one that can inspire self confidence and motivation in one's life. For Chris Herd, that dream took shape early on as his love for rocks transformed into a love for meteorite rocks. In What’s Up With Rocks, the University of Alberta professor shares with us his fascination with meteorites—how they differ from ordinary rocks, why his research matters, and what Albertans should do if they ever stumble upon one.

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Chris's Book Club

The Sirens of Mars - Searching for Life on Another World - Sarah Stewart Johnson

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Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

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Roadtrip to Rothney - Jennifer Howse, Rothney Observatory - Ep02S02 - Albertans In Space

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:31:52 GMT

Is light pollution harming human and animal kind on earth?

Though darkness often carries the weight of fear of what hides beyond the shadows, it remains essential to life on Earth. In this episode, we’re joined by Jennifer Howse, the Education Specialist at the University of Calgary’s Rothney Astrophysical Observatory. She shares with us the impact of light pollution and the timeless beauty of Indigenous night-sky stories—revealing how darkness, too, guides the way we live and see the world as Albertans.

Please join us in celebrating the work Jennifer has done for Rothney Observatory - happy Retirement Jennifer.

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Jennifer's Book Club

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea - Jules Verne

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Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

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Albertans In Space Season 2 Trailer!

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:56:00 GMT

Join us for season 2 where we talk with an astronaut, an astronomer, geologist, rocket scientist, students building rockets, a CEO of a company that is 3D printing in Space and Humanists that seek to discover how we approach space critically.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

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Looking Down and Giving Back

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:19:45 GMT

Season Two kicks off with a stellar guest—literally. Former Canadian astronaut Robert “Bob” Thirsk, the first Canadian to complete a long-duration stay aboard the ISS. Bob shares what it’s like to live in space for six months, the awe of seeing Earth from orbit, and how that view forever changed his sense of identity—as a true citizen of Earth.

Bob opens up about life before, during, and after spaceflight and what it feels like to have a high school and street in Calgary named after him.

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LAUNCH DAY

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

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BONUS EP - Artemis II Launch

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 20:15:48 GMT

What do you think the next event will be to unite humankind?? Meghan Westelmajer, our host ask this question plus many others to our special guest Amanda Green, Secondary School teacher and Canadian Space Agency Ambassador - who was our guest on the final episode one season 1. Meghan and Amanda talk about the upcoming Artemis II mission, how special and monumental this event is, what the astronauts are bringing with them and what her pal Jeremy Hansen feels like to be the first Canadian to travel to the moon. HISTORY IS HAPPENING! God Speed Jeremy Hansen and the crew of Artemis II mission.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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The Next Generation

Tue, 27 May 2025 20:59:00 GMT

In our final episode, middle school teacher Amanda Green from Beaumont, Alberta, joins us to talk about how she aims to inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts. Amanda speaks about how her love for the environment has a huge influnence on her passion for space. She also speaks about the importance of children and family, and how they are the centre of her universe.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Keeping Astronauts Alive and Well

Tue, 20 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Hailing from Sherwood Park, Alberta, Dr. Shawna Pandya the first named female Canadian commercial astronaut joins us to talk about the medical technology invovled in space medicine. Shawna explains how her journey began in neuroscience medicine, and how she eventually found her way into the space sector. Shawna also discusses with us the huge impact representation has on space and education as a whole.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Living and Working In Space

Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Dr. Michael Gallager speaks to how humans can live and work in space, while keeping happy and healthy. Michael talks about his involvment as former President and CEO of Spaceflight Professionals Inc. Michael describes his training in the military, experience as a rural medicine doctor, and how wilderness training can help save lives in Space with limited medical resources. He also explains what happens to the body in zero gravity and why astronauts age more rapidly when in space.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Developing Space Resources

Fri, 09 May 2025 19:51:13 GMT

With the help of space lawyer, Sean Mitra CEO and Co-Founder of Foundation Space Resources (FSR), we learn about what space resources are, and why regulation is needed. Sean goes over what his startup's mission is and the challenges the company faces. Sean speaks of the purpose of mining for energy and mining for criticial minerals in space

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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What Does the Future Hold?

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:57:47 GMT

Awarding winning concept artist Bryan Versteeg of Calgary, Alberta speaks to what it's like to create breathtaking designs for space habitats and technologies. Bryan talks about when his passion for art and space began, and how his love for gardening and nature influences his work. Bryan defines the importance of STEAM, and how crucial it has been and continues to be for technological advancements.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Looking at Earth

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:44:14 GMT

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Space in Alberta

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:37:28 GMT

Marc Boucher, founder of SpaceQ a Calgary based intelligence company joins us to discuss the history of the Canadian Space Agency and the ongoing projects happening in the CSA right now. Originating from Montreal, now a recent Calgarian has had many jobs in journalism and Space across Canada. Marc shares with us his journey of being a technological pioneer, engineer and a space journalist. We discuss the current space activities happening in Canada and Alberta, and what's to come.

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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Putting a Calgarian on Mars

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:19:14 GMT

The inaugural episode outlines the series and what you can expect from season 1 and the personal story of Albertans In Space Host Zac Trolley. Zac speaks about his experience being a finalist on the controversial one way mission to Mars; Mars One, his time at the International Space University, Mars Utah Simulation and starting his own space company in Calgary

Albertans in Space is an interview style video Podcast with in-person and virtual interviews with space enthusiasts that live and work in Alberta.

We are a niche platform with a positive outlook on the future of humanity and how culturally significant outer space is to our lives.

Our mission is not only to educate but to inspire and entertain our audiences with fact, fiction, joy, laughter and a little Sci-Fi thrown in.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

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