Does returning to the Moon bring us closer to a Federation future? Witnessing Artemis, many of us felt our Trek spirits glow as four astronauts orbited the Moon bringing hope to a troubled Earth. But this "new space" industry, to which Artemis, belongs is also fueled by colonialism, nationalism, and a disregard for ecological damage. In this episode, Professor Mary-Jane Rubenstein - author of "Astrotopia: The Dangerous Religion of the Corporate Space Race" - explores the dark side of returning to the Moon while holding tightly to our vision for a Star Trek world. Links: Mary-Jane Rubenstein | Astrotopia Astrotopia: The Dangerous Religion of the Corporate Space Race, Rubenstein Astronauts for America