Beyond Boarders: Establishing Global Collaboration to Achieve the Moon Hut w/ Joe Reagan #62

In This Episode

Join David Goldsmith as he welcomes Joe Regan, a former military officer and current political candidate, to discuss the transformative vision of the Project Moon Hut. In this episode, Joe shares key insights on establishing a framework for international collaboration in space exploration, emphasizing the need for updated policies that reflect the realities of modern space endeavors. He highlights the importance of addressing safety, intellectual property rights, and the potential for commercial activities on the moon.

Joe recounts personal stories from his military background and experiences in the space industry, illustrating how these perspectives shape his views on policy-making. The conversation takes unexpected turns as they explore the implications of existing treaties and the need for new frameworks that can adapt to rapid technological advancements and global challenges.

This episode connects to broader societal implications, examining how our approach to space exploration can influence life on Earth and inspire hope for future generations.

Episode Outlines

• Introduction to Joe Regan and his background
• The concept of Mearth and its significance
• The role of policy in space exploration
• Discussion on existing treaties: Outer Space Treaty and Antarctic Treaty
• The Artemis Accords: collaboration vs. exclusion
• Intellectual property rights in space
• The importance of safety in space operations
• Commercial interests and their implications for lunar activities
• The role of hope in driving innovation and collaboration
• Future directions for Project Moon Hut and global cooperation

Biography of the Guest

Joe Regan is a former officer in the U.S. Army with extensive experience in tactical and strategic roles, including two tours of duty. He has served as the director of a military and veterans outreach center and co-hosted a news radio program. Recently, he was president of Newspace Global and is currently running for office in Colorado Springs. Joe's unique blend of military experience and passion for space exploration positions him as a thought leader in discussions about international collaboration and policy development in space.

He holds a strong belief in leveraging innovations from space exploration to address challenges on Earth, making him an ideal advocate for the goals of Project Moon Hut.

The themes in today’s episode are just the beginning. Dive deeper into innovation, interconnected thinking, and paradigm-shifting ideas at  www.projectmoonhut.org—where the future is being built.