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Albertans In Space Podcast

For many of us, Space is a place of wonder. For others, it’s their place of work. Albertans in Space Podcast will highlight Albertans in the space sector who are doing some incredible things. What if the Oil & Gas industry refocused on drilling for water on the Moon? Space is the next frontier and Alberta can be a part of this next chapter. This Podcast aims to encourage education and discussion on what the imminent growth of the Space sector means for the endless possibilities for Alberta.

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Albertans In Space Season 2 Trailer! Apr 15, 2026

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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.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

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BONUS EP - Artemis II Launch Feb 05, 2026

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Next Generation May 27, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keeping Astronauts Alive and Well May 20, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living and Working In Space May 13, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Developing Space Resources May 09, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Does the Future Hold? May 09, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Looking at Earth May 09, 2025

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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.

Check out our website @ www.albertansinspace.ca

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Space in Alberta May 09, 2025

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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

TikTok @albertans.in.space to follow us to exclusive and behind-the-scenes content

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.