How Does Maritime Connectivity Actually Work–And Why Is Europe Becoming a Proving Ground for the Next Generation of Satellite Mobility?
Tamara Bond‑Williams and MediaMobil co‑founder Andreas Nil discuss the evolution of maritime satellite connectivity, detailing how operators now blend VSAT, GEO, and LEO constellations through MediaMobil’s Multilink Gateway that dynamically selects the optimal link based on cost, performance, and regulatory constraints. They highlight the role of satellite links in enabling route optimization, emissions monitoring, offshore launch support, and the emergence of 5G/6G non‑terrestrial networks, emphasizing sustainability and operational resilience at sea. Europe is portrayed as a testing ground where collaborative regulation, trust frameworks, and multi‑orbit experimentation are accelerating the next generation of satellite mobility.
The Business Case for Returning to the Moon.
In this episode, Maria Varmazis interviews Chris Salvino, CEO and Chief Engineer of Lunar Helium‑3 Mining, about why a solid business case is essential for a sustainable return to the Moon. Salvino argues that helium‑3, abundant in lunar regolith, can...
Space Is Booming, and Occasionally Exploding.
The episode examines the rapid growth and volatility of the space sector, highlighting CACI International’s acquisition of ARKA Group to boost space‑based sensing capabilities, and reviewing recent launch mishaps—from the SpaceX Starship explosion that raised FAA aviation safety concerns to...
Accelerating Access to Space Through Startup Ecosystem Building and Innovation: An Interview with Vedika Latchman-Singh
In this episode, host Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom talks with Vedika Latchman‑Singh, Director of Exotopic, about building a vibrant space startup ecosystem across Australia and the Asia‑Pacific. Vedika shares how strategic partnerships, mentorship programs, and inclusive initiatives—especially for women and young engineers—can...
From Solstice to Satellites.
The episode covers recent U.S. Space Force contracts, highlighting Rocket Lab’s $816 million award to build a missile‑defense satellite constellation and the Space Development Agency’s funding for 72 Tracking Layer satellites in Tranche 3. It also discusses NATO’s concerns over a potential...
From Presidential Decrees to Tumbling Satellites.
The episode reviews President Trump's new Executive Order on American space superiority, discusses major industry deals—including Rheinmetall and ICEYE's €1.7 billion German defense contract and HawkEye 360's $150 million acquisition and financing round—and highlights recent satellite incidents such as a Starlink loss...
As Only Humans Can
The episode explores how Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) data is being used to equip astronauts with rapid visual analysis tools for an upcoming lunar flyby, enabling them to make split‑second geological inferences that only human intuition can provide. It highlights...
How Is Europe Rethinking Satellite Connectivity? W/ Craig Bowley
In this episode, SSPI Executive Director Tamara Bond‑Williams talks with Craig Bowley, Regional VP of Sales for Europe at ST Engineering iDirect, about how Europe is reshaping satellite connectivity. Bowley outlines macro trends such as the EU’s IRIS² and GovSatCom...
Congratulations to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.
The episode discusses the confirmation of billionaire Jared Isaacman as NASA Administrator, highlights Rocket Lab's successful STP‑S30 launch for the U.S. Space Force, and notes Redwire's contract to supply docking systems for The Exploration Company's Nyx capsule. Guest Ryan Brown,...
Europe’s Ariane 6 Launch and Asia’s Space Momentum.
The episode highlights Europe’s successful Ariane 6 launch of two Galileo satellites and the ESA’s decision to repurpose the Ariane 6 kick‑stage into an orbital transfer vehicle, underscoring a push for greater launch resilience. It also covers Asia’s growing space capabilities, noting...
Microdebris, Maneuvers, and Managing the Orbital Commons.
The episode covers recent developments in space traffic management and orbital safety, highlighting the US‑France joint satellite maneuver exercise under Operation Olympic Defender, EraDrive’s $5.3 M seed round to scale its SSA platform, and a U.S. State Department call for private‑sector...
A Holiday Prank
The episode recounts how the Gemini VI crew, after their October mission was canceled, pivoted to a December launch aimed at achieving the historic first rendezvous with Gemini VII. It details the technical challenges of coordinating two spacecraft in orbit...
Starfish Space Completes an Autonomous RPO in LEO.
The episode highlights Starfish Space's autonomous rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) mission in low Earth orbit, conducted with Impulse Space, and notes Rocket Lab's first dedicated JAXA launch and Mission Space's upcoming payload with Rogue Space. Guest Patrick O'Neill, Public...
Inside a Mars Habitat
The episode explores analog missions that simulate living on Mars, focusing on how researchers test life-support systems, crew psychology, and health protocols to keep astronauts fit for deep-space travel. Experts discuss the challenges of isolation, radiation protection, and sustainable resource...
Space Power: New Names May Foretell New Space Weapons Systems
The episode examines how recent renaming of U.S. space units signals a shift toward developing dedicated space‑based weapons, exploring the strategic implications of a new “Star Wars”‑style executive order. It highlights the evolving doctrine that treats space as a contested...
From Cyber Threats to Heavy-Lift Satellites.
The episode covers the resurgence of a bipartisan U.S. bill aimed at bolstering cybersecurity for commercial satellites, highlights K2 Space’s $250 million Series C round that values the company at $3 billion, and introduces stealth‑emerged Fortastra, which secured over $8 million to develop maneuverable...
AI Trained in Space.
The episode explores the emerging frontier of space‑based AI and data infrastructure, highlighting Starcloud’s milestone of training the first large AI model in orbit and DARPA’s Phase 2 contract with BAE to develop autonomous space surveillance. Guest Jerome Hittle, CEO of...
Space & Satellite Futures: Investing in the Future of Space: Fairfax County's Role in the Next Economy
In this episode, Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, explains how Fairfax County’s dense tech ecosystem, top universities, and proximity to federal agencies are creating a launchpad for the $1.8 trillion space economy. He highlights...
LunaRecycle
The episode explores waste management challenges for long-duration space missions, using the Artemis program’s four‑astronaut crew as a case study that could produce over 4,000 pounds of trash annually. It examines current strategies—compactification, recycling, and limited incineration—and discusses emerging technologies...
Canada’s MILSATCOM in the Arctic.
The episode highlights MDA Space's new partnership with the Canadian Department of National Defence and Telesat to build Arctic-focused military satellite communications, underscoring the strategic importance of secure connectivity in the high‑latitude region. It also covers recent launch news, including...
221 - 2025 Year in Review: Strategic Intelligence, Golden Dome and Advancements to Direct to Device
In this year‑in‑review episode, hosts Chris Quilty and Caleb Henry dissect 2025’s pivotal developments: the launch of the Golden Dome architecture, Starlink’s expanding market dominance, and the rapid growth of Direct‑to‑Device (D2D) services, all underpinned by increasing sovereign demand for...