NASA’s Artemis 1 Mission Is Spurring a Coming Moon Economy
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NASA’s successful launch of the Artemis 1 mission looks like it will be a boon for private space companies.  More than halfway over, the Orion spacecraft has already reached its max distance from the Earth of 270,000 miles.  At least 22 companies specifically focused on the Moon have raised money to travel there, develop tech to mine for resources and even build habitats there.  Miriam Kramer, space reporter at Axios, joins us for the coming Moon economy.   Next, middle-aged men have a problem with suicide.  Overall, men have a suicide rate between three and four times higher than women.  To fight this mental health problem, researchers are studying new approaches to get them help which include participation in “meaning-centered” groups, “hope kits,” and videos on how men can speak with their doctors about suicidal thoughts.  Andrea Peterson, reporter at the WSJ, joins us for what to know.   Finally, insiders say that President Biden is gearing up to run for office again and this week we have a seen a preview of a possible campaign strategy, one that will try to leverage the power of the White House.  Advisers will want to keep the President out of every item in the news cycle, but keep up diplomatic engagements, quick trips to swing states, and ramp up the fundraising efforts.  Hans Nichols, reporter at Axios, joins us for how Biden will run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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