In this episode of the Space Madness podcast, host Jeff Nosanov speaks with Dr. Joe Meany, president of the Interstellar Research Group. They discuss the group's mission to enable interstellar human travel, the evolution of the organization from a gathering of science fiction fans, and the importance of interdisciplinary contributions to space exploration. Joe shares his personal journey in science, the role of volunteers in the organization, and the significance of ethics and philosophy in the context of interstellar exploration. The conversation also touches on future goals, including expanding scholarship opportunities and hosting international symposia.