Eclipse on Tap

In this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David reflect on what was an amazing year for space news. Whether it be the Falcon Heavy launch, the NASA InSight's successful Mars landing, or OSIRIS-REx exchanging a high-five with an asteroid, 2018 was a fantastic year. We round out the final episode in 2018 with a special interview with Ben Pearson, the founder of www.whereisroadster.com. His site provides excellent data for those wondering where Starman is after he was propelled into deep space atop the Falcon Heavy lift vehicle earlier this year. We wish all of our listeners a safe and happy Holiday season and New Year! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

In this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David start off by review the recent movie, "First Man" starring Ryan Gosling documenting the life of Neil Armstrong: the first man on the moon. Next, they discuss the NASA InSight mission and its recent landing on Mars. The probe will begin drilling into the surface of the Red Planet to investigate seismic activity among other subsurface happenings. Finally, the two discuss NASA's reaction Elon Musk's string of poor decisions. NASA has announced that it will conduct a full blown safety review of the company. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

In this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David enjoy a brunch-time Bloody Mary and talk SpaceX's announcement of the first private passenger to the moon: Yusaku Maezawa. Conversation then leads into this month's Soyuz rocket scare as two astronauts were forced to abort a transport mission to the ISS. Finally, they discuss the very strange happenings on the ISS: seemingly intentional drill holes in the side of the spacecraft! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David kick of the month's discussion by recapping Matt's recent trip to Kennedy Space Center. Following the break, the two discuss their legendary, curbside trash find, that by random fate became a centerpiece of Pub 39A. The episode wraps with a play-by-play of "The Strike", a perfectly timed bowling strike to the chorus of "Life on Mars" by David Bowie. Like the Falcon Heavy launch, but cooler! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David kick of the month's discussion by recapping Matt's recent trip to Kennedy Space Center. Following the break, the two discuss their legendary, curbside trash find, that by random fate became a centerpiece of Pub 39A. The episode wraps with a play-by-play of "The Strike", a perfectly timed bowling strike to the chorus of "Life on Mars" by David Bowie. Like the Falcon Heavy launch, but cooler!

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On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David kick of the celebration of the one year anniversary of the total solar eclipse (and this podcast) reflecting on memories surrounding the August 21st, 2017 spectacle. The second half of the podcast features a very special roundtable-style interview with friends and family who also witnessed the solar eclipse, but from various places across the country: Andy saw it in Carbondale, IL; Chandler saw it in Sparta, TN; and returning guest RaceChaserDad saw it in Hopkinsville, KY of course. The discussion took place on the grounds of Tree Farm campground, LIVE from Michigan International Speedway. The group was camping for the Consumers Energy 400 Race weekend and felt it was a perfect time for a celebratory chat amongst friends. Here's to one year of podcasting and to many more! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David provide an update on Mars' upcoming opposition date, the climax of its summer-long close approach to Earth. Be sure to get out and look up to see the red planet as close as it has been since 2003! Next, we discuss the 49th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. Finally, we bring on special guest RaceChaserDad to discuss his new 16" Dobsonian telescope named, "The Beast". Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at Pub39A Studios. Produced by Matt Deighton]

In this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David provide updates on Mars' historic close approach to Earth and the insane dust storm currently covering the entire planet. They also pay tribute to the great Apollo 12 astronaut and lunar module pilot, Alan Bean. After the break, Eclipse on Tap goes down the "black hole", starting with a keyword and rolling off the cuff to see where the word goes. This month's "black hole" was VIRTUAL REALITY. Listen in to learn the about how virtual reality is bringing us closer to the moon than ever before! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at the Y Rook Ddu pub. Produced by Matt Deighton]

In this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David discuss Mars and its increasing apparent size in the sky as the season moves on. Be sure to get out this Spring and Summer and take advantage of Mars and Earth coming about as close together as they get! After the break, Eclipse on Tap goes down the "black hole", starting with a keyword and rolling off the cuff to see where the word goes. This month's "black hole" was bowling of all things. Listen in to learn the small-world connection between bowling and the 2017 Hopkinsville total solar eclipse. Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at the Y Rook Ddu pub. Produced by Matt Deighton]

On this episode of Eclipse on Tap, co-hosts Matt and David discuss the significance of the April 8th date. Given that this episode fell on the same date that the 2024 next great American total solar eclipse will occur, its only fitting to kick off the hype. Other news includes a brief update on everyone's favorite Flat-Earther, "Mad" Mike Hughes, and a chat about Elon's request for a new space race. The episode concludes with a tribute to our featured astronaut of the month, Charlie Duke! Be sure to give us a follow on our social media pages at @eclipseontap and check out our website at www.eclipseontap.space [Episode recorded live at the Y Rook Ddu pub. Produced by Matt Deighton]