Space Force season 1 episode 3 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Dr. Adrian Mallory testifies at a budget hearing to highlight the inadequate science funding compared to military expenses. General Naird preps for the hearing, facing tension with General Grabaston over Space Force's future. Meanwhile, Naird's daughter, Erin, suspended from school, grapples with her new life on the base, feeling disconnected. At the hearing, Naird defends Space Force's budget, notably justifying the cost of sending an orange to space as a morale booster for astronauts. The hearing concludes with scrutiny over military expenditures, questioning the balance of scientific and military funding.

Full Episode S01E03 Recap

### Scene: Science Budget Meeting at the Pentagon - Dr. Adrian Mallory is testifying at a budget hearing in Washington, expressing his frustration over the limited science budget compared to military spending. - **Dr. Mallory**: "I would like to know why my science budget pales in comparison to the riches devoted to turning space into an orgy of death." - General Naird prepares for the hearing with his media consultant, Fuck Tony. - **Fuck Tony**: Advises Naird to be ready for harsh criticisms. - Dr. Mallory loses funding for his project to grow fur on plants. - **Colleague**: "That one was weird." - **Dr. Mallory**: "You're weird." ### Scene: Naird's Office - Dr. Mallory confronts General Naird about the budget allocation. - Naird assigns limited authority to Brad while he's away. - **Naird**: "All my responsibility. Half my authority." - Discussion about rat blood pressure research funding. - **Mallory**: Frustrated about redacted pages and lack of funding. ### Scene: Space Force Base - Erin Naird, General Naird's daughter, gets suspended and decides to go to DC with her father. - Captain Ali is tasked with looking after Erin while Naird is away. - Erin explores the base, feeling out of place and struggling to fit in. ### Scene: Budget Hearing Preparation - General Naird and Dr. Mallory prepare for the hearing. - Naird discusses the importance of Space Force and its peaceful mission. - Tension between Naird and General Grabaston, former head of Space Force. - **Grabaston**: Threatens to take back Space Force. - **Naird**: Defends Space Force's significance. ### Scene: Erin's Adjustment to Base Life - Erin struggles to adjust to life on the base, feeling isolated. - She encounters Duncan Tabner, who makes an awkward comment about her childhood photo. - Erin and Angela discuss Erin's relationship with a Russian man and base life. ### Scene: Budget Hearing - General Naird defends Space Force's budget request. - **Naird**: Emphasizes the importance of space for American interests. - Congress questions the necessity and efficiency of Space Force. - **Congresswoman**: Challenges Naird on the $10,000 cost of sending an orange to space. - **Naird**: Justifies the expense as a morale booster for astronauts. ### Scene: Erin's Day on the Base - Erin tries to find her place on the base, considering various job options. - She has an encounter with teenagers from the base, highlighting her outsider status. ### Scene: Conclusion of Budget Hearing - Dr. Mallory speaks about a new climate satellite project. - General Naird and Dr. Mallory are questioned about the practicality and security of their projects. - The hearing ends with questions directed at General Grabaston about military spending.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Dr. Adrian Mallory testifying at a budget hearing?

He is testifying to express his frustration over the limited science budget compared to military spending.

What project of Dr. Mallory's was cut from funding?

His project to grow fur on plants.

Who is General Naird meeting with for media prep before the hearing?

He meets with his media consultant, Fuck Tony.

What authority does General Naird give to Brad while he is away?

He assigns Brad all his responsibility and half of his authority.

Why is Erin Naird, General Naird's daughter, going to DC?

She got suspended from school and decides to accompany her father to DC.

Who is tasked with looking after Erin on the base?

Captain Ali is assigned to look after Erin.

What is the main point of contention between General Naird and General Grabaston?

Grabaston threatens to take back Space Force, while Naird defends its significance.

How does Erin Naird feel about living on the base?

She feels out of place and struggles to fit in.

What expense at the budget hearing is General Naird questioned about?

Sending an orange to space, which cost $10,000.

What does General Naird justify the $10,000 orange expense for?

As a morale booster for astronauts.

What project does Dr. Mallory mention at the budget hearing?

A new climate satellite project.

What issue is raised about the security of Space Force projects?

The potential for foreign aggressors to shoot down their satellites.

What is the significance of the $10,000 orange in General Naird's defense?

It symbolizes the importance of caring for astronauts and the planet Earth.

What does Erin Naird consider doing to fit in on the base?

She considers various job options and tries to socialize with base teenagers.

What does the budget hearing conclude with?

Questions directed at General Grabaston about military spending.

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