Today, Jeff Bezos’ latest Blue Origin space expedition lifts off, carrying an all-female crew: which includes pop star Katy Perry.

It's a landmark trip in terms of gender representation, but is it of any benefit to humankind, and is it just an obscene display of wealth?

Joining Andrea to discuss is Space Reporter and Writer Niamh Shaw, Rory Fitzpatrick, CEO of the National Space Centre and John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.

Image: Blue Origin