Alan Dugger is the owner and publisher of Astrobitica and the host for the Astro Bitz Podcast.
Alan has been a “space nerd” since he was a young adult. He spent countless hours staring at the star-filled night sky and wondering what was out there.
After realizing he spent way too much time bouncing between multiple space news and information sites each day, getting caught up on the latest headlines and information, he started Astrobitica to curate and collect all this information in one place. The infographics and Astro Bitz podcast grew organically from Astrobitica, and his attempts to reach non-astronomer audiences and get them to fall in love with all that space science provides.
Alan writes and speaks on space science topics frequently. He has been published in the Field Artillery Journal and the Modern War Institute for his articles discussing defense space-related issues.
Alan is an active-duty Officer in the United States Army and an Army Space Enabler. In 2024, he earned a Master of Science Degree in Space Studies with a concentration in Astronomy.
Raelene Dugger is a nonprofit professional specializing in fundraising and event planning. Her background is in environmental management and nonprofit fundraising. She is also the co-host of the Astro Bitz podcast.
Raelene is from Cape Town, South Africa, where she obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Stellenbosch University. She lived in Seoul, South Korea, for three years, teaching English (TEFL) before moving to the USA and starting her nonprofit career in 2017.
Raelene is a certified Nonprofit Professional through the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance and a Certified Quality Event Planner through the Management & Strategy Institute. She has worked for the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia, the American Red Cross Donor Relations department in Oklahoma, and Citizens for a Healthy Bay in Washington, where she developed her skills in fundraising, events, and donor relations.
Kristen Binning is a recent graduate with a Master’s degree in Space Studies, bringing a passionate commitment to advancing astronomical research and promoting STEM education.
With a deep interest in the latest space science developments, Kristen is dedicated to raising awareness about groundbreaking discoveries and ensuring that educational resources are accessible to underserved communities. Currently working in higher education, Kristen advocates for the importance of space exploration and scientific literacy while actively engaging in outreach efforts to inspire the next generation of scientists and explorers.
Driven by a vision to make space science both inclusive and impactful, Kristen continues to work toward bridging gaps in STEM education and fostering innovation for all.