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Space Policy Edition: Our Moral Obligation to Explore Space

Space Policy Edition: Our Moral Obligation to Explore Space

FromPlanetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science


Space Policy Edition: Our Moral Obligation to Explore Space

FromPlanetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

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Length:
71 minutes
Released:
May 1, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Are we morally obligated to pursue space exploration? What ethical considerations should we consider when creating space policy? Philosopher James Schwartz joins the show to address these questions and talk about his new book, The Value of Science in Space Exploration. Learn more about this month’s topics through links on the show page.  https://www.planetary.org/multimedia/planetary-radio/show/2020/space-policy-edition-49.html

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May 1, 2020
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Planetary Radio brings you the human adventure across our solar system and beyond. We visit each week with the scientists, engineers, leaders, advocates and astronauts who are taking us across the final frontier. Regular features raise your space IQ while they put a smile on your face. Join host Mat Kaplan and Planetary Society colleagues including Bill Nye the Science Guy, Bruce Betts, and Emily Lakdawalla as they dive deep into the latest space news. The monthly Space Policy Edition takes you inside the DC beltway where the future of the US space program hangs in the balance. Visit planetary.org/radio for the space trivia contest, an episode guide, and much more.