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This Week in Space (Audio)

Rod Pyle, Tariq Malik

Booking Overview

This weekly space news and analysis interview show covers space exploration, aerospace technology, astronomy, and the commercial space industry, regularly featuring researchers, authors, industry executives, designers, and other subject-matter experts. A PR agency could credibly pitch space scientists, aerospace founders and executives, space-policy specialists, published authors, engineers, and experts in lunar exploration or orbital infrastructure; booking difficulty is medium because guests are usually authoritative specialists rather than top-tier celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 20

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 5.0k subscribers

Instagram: 14.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

feedmail@twit.tv

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Host

Rod Pyle - Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra magazine and a space-focused author and commentator.

Tariq Malik - Managing Editor of Space.com and a journalist covering space exploration and related technology.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Recognized expertise in space science, aerospace engineering, space policy, commercial space, planetary exploration, science-fiction design, or the history of space technology; guests may be published authors, senior journalists or editors, researchers, founders, or executives with direct involvement in relevant projects.
Required Achievements:  
Published books or authoritative writing on space and aerospace subjects, Leadership or specialist roles at space publications, research institutions, or aerospace companies, Direct involvement in major spaceflight, planetary science, orbital infrastructure, or science-fiction production projects, Research, engineering, or commercial work addressing important challenges in space exploration

Recent Guest Discussions

Rob Coppinger - The HOTOL And Skylon Spaceplane Projects, Reusable Launch Technology, The SABRE Engine, And The Future Of British Spaceplanes.

Michael Okuda - Star Trek Production Design, LCARS, Visual Continuity, Alien Cultures, Remastering The Original Series, And The Franchise's Influence On Science Fiction And Space Culture.

Rainer Zitelmann - Private Property, Market Incentives, Commercial Space Development, Lunar And Martian Resources, And The Legal And Ethical Questions Surrounding Extraterrestrial Land Ownership.

Adam Kall - Orbital Debris Mitigation, Gecko- And Octopus-inspired Robotic Gripping, In-orbit Satellite Relocation, Space Logistics, And Future Refueling And Recycling Services.

David Kring - Artemis Landing-site Selection, Lunar South-pole Science, Sample Return, Impact Cratering, Robotics, Human Exploration, And Preparing Scientists And Astronauts For Lunar Missions.

Recent Topics

Science, Space Exploration, Aerospace, Astronomy, Space Technology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
This Week in Space (Audio)
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TWiS 231: Sailing the Stellar Seas - Our Favorite Space Sci-Fi!

October 09, 2026

From the earliest works of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells to the best of contemporary space science fiction, Tariq and I dive deep into our favorite space si-fi across the ages! And our challenge to you for some of the most obscure titles we know. Headlines: Remembering Apollo Era Legends Margaret Hamilton and Milt Windler Soviet Meteor 27 Satellite Breaks Up, Raising Space Debris Concerns Elon Musk Receives National Science Award Amid NASA Science Cuts Main Topic: Space Science Fiction B...

TWiS 230: Living on Lava Worlds - Atmospheres on Lava-Covered Exoplanets

October 02, 2026

Think you're having a hot summer? Try living on 55 Cancri-e, a super-Earth with daytime temperatures above 4000 degrees Fahrenheit. Most of these super-Earths orbit frighteningly close to their host stars and have long since had their atmospheres scraped away, leaving them baked, parched rocks. But some, like 55 Cancri, still have dense envelopes of air. How is that possible, when the planet is 20 times closer to its star than our own planet Mercury? Dr. Laura Schaefer explains how molten lav...

TWiS 229: Is It Starship's Time? - Test Flight 14 to Orbit

September 25, 2026

This week it's Rod and Tariq working through the most important space headlines. The big story: Starship could launch test flight 14 as early as Monday the 28th. We've seen lots of tests, but this is the first attempt at an orbital flight, the success of which is necessary for the lunar landing system and eventual retirement of the Falcon 9 and Crew Dragon. Also: Vast starts up a lunar division, Isaacman's relief over delays to China's lunar program, concerns over announced discontinuation of...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with This Week in Space (Audio)?

This Week in Space (Audio) is hosted by Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik. Its publicly listed email is feedmail@twit.tv. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for This Week in Space (Audio)?

The publicly listed email for This Week in Space (Audio): feedmail@twit.tv.

How many listeners does This Week in Space (Audio) have?

Podseeker estimates This Week in Space (Audio) reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for This Week in Space (Audio)?

This Week in Space (Audio) typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Recognized expertise in space science, aerospace engineering, space policy, commercial space, planetary exploration, science-fiction design, or the history of space technology; guests may be published authors, senior journalists or editors, researchers, founders, or executives with direct involvement in relevant projects. Common among recent guests: Published books or authoritative writing on space and aerospace subjects; Leadership or specialist roles at space publications, research institutions, or aerospace companies; Direct involvement in major spaceflight, planetary science, orbital infrastructure, or science-fiction production projects. Recent guests include Rob Coppinger, Michael Okuda, and Rainer Zitelmann.

How hard is it to get booked on This Week in Space (Audio)?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does This Week in Space (Audio) cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Space Exploration, Aerospace, Astronomy, and Space Technology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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