SpaceX Biggest Week Ever, Rivian Updates, Virgin Hyperloop Test - Ep 110

SpaceX Biggest Week Ever, Rivian Updates, Virgin Hyperloop Test - Ep 110

Author: Joe Scott, Tim Dodd and Ben Sullins November 13, 2020 Duration: 1:57:12

Joe, Tim, and Ben talk about SpaceX Starship Hop, Rivian getting closer, and Virgin Hyperloop Human Test



Read more from the articles we referenced:


SN8 gets closer to launch! https://youtu.be/jM61ZkUoO4U

https://www.teslarati.com/spacex-starship-nose-cryo-proof-explosive-static-fire/


First operational SpaceX crew mission for NASA! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SpaceX_Crew-1


Rocket lab gets ready to recover a rocket. First look - https://twitter.com/rocketlab/status/1325876885612453890?s=21


Jim Bridenstine resigns and what a Biden space policy looks like - https://www.politico.com/news/2020/10/28/biden-space-policy-climate-change-433236

https://arstechnica.com/science/2020/11/jim-bridenstine-is-leaving-nasa-how-should-we-assess-his-30-month-tenure/?amp=1


Rivian Removeable Battery - https://www.thedrive.com/news/37583/new-rivian-patent-confirms-removable-bed-mounted-battery-pack-for-extended-range


Also Ford announcement (coming at 9a ET tomorrow) - https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/12/21559954/ford-e-transit-electric-delivery-cargo-van-price-specs-range

videos/pics here - https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xgt3ii818eqxvb2/AAAoYqO9lU46PHAcw3AuNlnia?dl=0

specific video here - https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xgt3ii818eqxvb2/AACpqWJitoDoFy16z0DGf28ta/Ford%20E-Transit%20video%20%26%20GIFs?dl=0&preview=2022+Ford+E-Transit+Running+Footage.mp4&subfolder_nav_tracking=1


Rivian Updates - https://stories.rivian.com/time-to-build


#whydonttheyjust put electron on starship - https://twitter.com/NerdMidwest/status/1325908834406309889


#whydonttheyjust use hydrogen fuel cells for planes - https://twitter.com/Tyler0309/status/1326936503356956674




Every week, Joe Scott, Tim Dodd, and Ben Sullins gather to try and make sense of the breakneck speed at which our world is changing. Their conversation, captured in Our Ludicrous Future, isn't just a rundown of headlines; it's a deep, often humorous dive into the real-world implications of the technologies that feel like they're leaping from science fiction into our daily lives. You'll hear them unpack the latest from pioneers like SpaceX and Tesla, debate the ambitions of ventures like Neuralink and The Boring Company, and connect the dots between these innovations. The result is a grounded yet wildly speculative look at what's coming next. This podcast thrives on the hosts' shared obsession and distinct perspectives, turning complex topics into accessible and engaging discussions. Tuning in feels like sitting in on a fascinating conversation between friends who are equally excited and bewildered by the trajectory we're on, offering listeners a thoughtful compass for navigating our increasingly ludicrous tomorrow.
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