Jane Poynter: Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Space Perspective

In Episode 44, Ben chats to Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Space Perspective, Jane Poynter. Setting a new bar in out-of-this-world thrilling experiences, as soon as late 2024 Space Perspective plans to take Space Explorers to space inside Spaceship Neptune's pressurised capsule propelled by a high-performance SpaceBalloon; without using rocket fuel or high G forces. Space Explorers see the world anew through its vast windows, 450 miles in any direction. The ultra-comfortable, accessible and gentle six-hour journey redefines space travel. Ben and Jane discuss how they are ensuring safety is a priority, the importance of sustainability in Space tourism and what guests will be able to do on the 6 hour journey to Space! 01:05 Intro to Jane Poynter 01:24 What is Space Perspective? 02:36 Is it safer than rockets? 05:25 Personal parachutes required? 06:30 Smoothness of experience 08:35 The bar! 09:50 Flight preparation 12:20 Biosphere 2 14:08 experience effect 16:08 Worlds only carbon neutral spacecraft! 17:32 First crewed mission 20:00 Predicting landing zone 21:58 Why land at sea? 23:00 Long term aspirations for Space Perspective 24:40 Equitable opportunities for all to go to Space 26:20 Jane's experience pre Space Perspective 27:15 World Record Jump - Alan Eustace 29:06 Would Jane 'quality test'? 30:05 The big question - a toilet on board? 30:58 Tickets available here  32:00 Wrap Up and socials Follow Space Perspective Website: https://spaceperspective.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpacePerspectiv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSpacePerspective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespaceperspective/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/space-perspective/ Stay connected with us! Use #Astroben across various social media platforms to engage with us! Website: www.astroben.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/astrobenpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Gambleonit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-astro-ben-podcast/ Please subscribe and rate - Ad Astra!