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Brendan Byrne
Space Reporter and 'Intersection' Producer- Twitter: @SpaceBrendan
Brendan covers space news for WMFE, everything from rocket launches to the latest scientific discoveries in our universe. He hosts "Are We There Yet?", WMFE's space exploration podcast
He also helps produce WMFE's twice-weekly public affairs show "Intersection," working with host Matthew Peddie to shape the sound of the program.
Brendan is a native Floridian, born and raised in Broward County. He moved to Central Florida in 2005 to attend the University of Central Florida. He began working at WMFE as a college intern where he discovered his love for public radio.
Recent Stories from Brendan Byrne
SpaceX Announces Company-wide Layoffs
SpaceX is laying off nearly 10 percent of its workforce.
NASA Workers Face Uncertain Future During Shutdown
Many federal workers are not getting a paycheck due to the partial government shutdown including hundreds of workers at the Kennedy Space Center.
Meet The Leader Of “The Mars Generation”
Abigail Harrison wants to be the first person on Mars and she’s on a mission to inspire others to help with those efforts.
Youth Suicide On The Rise
According to data from American College Health Association, the suicide rate of young adults between the ages of 15 and 24 has tripled since the 1950s and is now the second most common cause of death among college students.
NASA Delays SpaceX Commercial Crew Test Launch As Partial Government Shutdown Continues
As a partial government shutdown continues into its third week, NASA announced the delay of a test flight of SpaceX’s Commercial Crew capsule. The private company is assessing any impacts the partial government shutdown might have on upcoming launches.
Hubble’s Camera Shuts Down After Hardware Problem
A camera on the Hubble Space Telescope has shut down.
Partial Government Shutdown Affects Kennedy Space Center Workforce
NASA space centers across the country including the Kennedy Space Center remain closed as a partial government shutdown rolls into a third week.
UCF Offering Aerospace Engineering Doctorate Program
The University of Central Florida is offering a new doctorate program in Aerospace Engineering. A recent study ranked UCF as a top supplier of graduates to the aerospace and defense industry.
China’s Moon Landing Could Spur New Space Race
China has landed a robot on the far side of the moon – a first for any space agency. It’s not the only organization eyeing the moon and future missions are launching right here from Florida.
WATCH LIVE: Pelosi Poised To Retake Gavel As House Speaker With New Session Of Congress
A significant power shift begins in Washington with Democrats taking control of the House of Representatives. The expected incoming speaker plans votes on bills to reopen the government and new rules.
