I went live for a special “Copy, Moon Joy” edition of I Think This Is Great!, and I have a lot to say about space. 🚀

I just got back from a solo trip to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in D.C., and I’m breaking down why the NASA Artemis II mission is one of the most incredible things happening in our lifetimes—and why more people should be paying attention. I’m walking through the full history of exploration, from Yuri Gagarin and Alan Shepard to Apollo 11, the ISS, and now the Artemis II crewed flyby of the moon for the first time in over 50 years.

I also share the story of where I was when Artemis II splashed down, why competition breeds innovation, and why humanity’s best work happens when we actually work together.

Plus: seeing Alan Shepard’s space suit, the USS Enterprise lighting up, total Star Trek: First Contact vibes, a cat cameo, and an announcement I made at a dance party that absolutely no one heard.

I Think This Is Great! is a podcast and live show about the things that make life worth talking about—pop culture, history, science, and whatever else is on my mind.

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Here is the updated description with the corrected spelling for Wonder Man and the YouTube-optimized chapter formatting.

Join me for a deep dive into the state of the culture. I’m breaking down my professional video editing journey and social media strategy before diving headfirst into the latest in nerd culture—from Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and Fallout Season 2 to Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again.

We also get into the weeds of comic book history with a look at my G.I. Joe collection, discuss recent films like Terrifier 3, and wrap things up with a live Q&A/AMA recorded on the go at the airport.

Chapters
00:00 Intro & Video Editing Background
03:34 Chevy Chase Documentary Review
07:05 Social Media Strategy & Content Creation
13:47 Recent Movies: Terrifier 3 & One Battle After Another
16:27 Marvel: Wonder Man & Daredevil: Born Again
20:48 Fallout Season 2 & The Pit
26:02 Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Deep Dive
39:40 Grammys & Music Talk
42:06 Politics & Current Events Discussion
53:04 GI Joe Comic Collection & Organizing
64:45 Upcoming Podcasts & Content Plans
69:22 Airport Livestream & Q&A

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I Think This Is Great! with Clay N. Ferno is an interview podcast about people doing and being their best. We talk about compassionate work, working on teams, getting over hurdles and doing great things even when the chips are down. This is part productivity podcast and part interview show about fascinating people in my life. Welcome, and please let me know what you think is great!

2025 is finished. #CNF50 was the journey through that year—my response to the cultural milestone of #SNL50—but now that year is done. #CNF50isDEAD means we are moving into the new year, leaving the old way of doing things behind.

This is the full breakdown of everything that defined 2025. From the Mad Men marathons and the deep dives into Star Trek and Pluribus, to the dental surgery recovery, hitting the big 5-0, and bringing home Vincent Von Cat.

From the grind of the events industry to the highs of the stand-up stage and the community that showed up for it all, this is the final look back before we start what’s next. A new podcast?

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00:00 Introduction and New Year's Eve Reflections
03:31 Media Consumption and Recommendations
05:05 Personal Milestones and Reflections
12:20 Entertainment Industry Insights
21:38 Comedy and Live Shows
40:52 Supporting Local Arts and Community
58:02 Debating 'Sinners': A Divisive Movie
59:20 Star Wars and Andor: A Fan's Perspective
01:00:17 Mountain Head and Other Entertainment Highlights
01:01:09 Podcast Adventures and James Bond Discussions
01:02:38 MC Chris and SNL 50: Memorable Moments
01:03:38 Birthday Celebrations and Facebook Fiascos
01:09:19 Vincent the Cat and Superman Obsession
01:15:36 Summer Highlights and TV Show Reviews
01:21:05 Reflecting on a Busy Year
01:35:30 Halloween Fun and Year-End Thoughts

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https://claynferno.substack.com

I Think This Is Great! with Clay N. Ferno is an interview podcast about people doing and being their best. We talk about compassionate work, working on teams, getting over hurdles and doing great things even when the chips are down. This is part productivity podcast and part interview show about fascinating people in my life. Welcome, and please let me know what you think is great!