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Chasing Space
What’s really happening in the trillion dollar space industry? Chasing Space tells the story of the people, the global movements, and the unimaginable engineering feats that are transforming our world every day - in ways most people don’t even realize.
Hosted by Brenden Swanik.
Episodes
28 episodes
28. Glen Martin: What It Takes to Mine the Moon
Glen Martin has over 30 years of experience in the formation of development and finance platforms in the renewable energy and space infrastructure. Prior to...
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Episode 28
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27. Bradley Cheetham: From the Drawing Board to the Moon
Advanced SpaceFuture Space Leaders FoundationStudents for the Exploration and Development of Space...
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Episode 27
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50:34
26. The Human Body in Space
Discussing the effects of prolonged exposure to microgravity on the human body.Image Credit: NASANASA Twins Study
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Episode 26
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19:03
25. Dave Marsh: Exploring Earth for Space
Check out some of Dave's Work:Pravo VenturesSpaceNews:
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Episode 25
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41:25
24. One Piece of Advice
From space policy to propulsion engineering, marketing to leadership—Chasing Space has had the privilege of hosting professionals from every corner of the space industry.In this episode, we’re diving into what it takes to build a ...
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Episode 24
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48:02
23. Caryn Schenewerk: Defining the Future of Space Policy
TEDx: How satellites help put breakfast on the table As the President of CS Consulting,
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Episode 23
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49:33
22. Propulsion Part 2: Removing Gravity
Image credit: NASAWe covered how to travel to space, but once gravity is removed from the equation, how can we travel through space?
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Episode 22
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18:09
21. Kerri Cahoy: Exploring Space Research at MIT
Kerri L. Cahoy, Sheila Evans Widnall (1960) Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics as well as Space Sector Head at MIT, received her B.S. (2000) in Electrical Engineering from Corne...
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Episode 21
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20. Namrata Goswami: China, US, and Space Geopolitics in Between
Namrata Goswami's Book:1. The Naga Ethnic Movement for a Separate Homeland: Stories from the Field2.
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Episode 20
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49:14
19. Propulsion Part 1: How to Reach Space
Image Credit: SpaceXHost Brenden Swanik kicks off a mini-series on propulsion—the technology that powers our journey to space. From the RD-107 engine that launched Sputnik to SpaceX's cutting-edge Raptor engine, we break down how...
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Episode 19
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20:11
18. Jeff Thornburg: Propelling our Industry Forward, One Engine at a Time
Jeff Thornburg is the CEO of Portal Space Systems. He started his career in the U.S. Air Force and earned his master's in aeronautical engin...
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Episode 18
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55:05
17. Space Planes
From the 1957 Starship Troopers to the Department of Defense, splace planes have been in the dreams (and nightmares) of aerospace engineers for near 70 years. In this episode, Brenden discusses what defines this unique class of vehicles, previo...
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Episode 17
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27:03
16. Eric Stallmer: Finding Harmony in Commercial & Government Space
Eric Stallmer is the Executive Vice President for Government Affairs and Public Policy for Voyager Space. Eric leads Voyager's Washington D...
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Episode 16
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49:27
15. Part 2: The Chinese Space Program
Two weeks ago (Episode 13) we discussed the roots of China's Space Program dating back to 1957, and how it is organized. Where does it stand now, and where are they headed? All of these questions are answered here.Image Credit: <...
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Episode 15
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19:08
14. Jodi Goldberg: Space is No Longer the Wild West
Jodi Goldberg is special counsel in the Corporate and Securities Practice Group in the Sheppard Mullin's Washington, D.C. office. Jodi...
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Episode 14
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37:44
13. Part 1: The Chinese Space Program
The People's Republic of China is no stranger to space exploration. From space stations to launch vehicles to crewed spaceflight, they have accomplished it all. Part 1 dives into the history & roots of China's Space Program as well as how t...
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Episode 13
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15:11
12. Lee Steinke: Building in Space & Disrupting Change
TEDx Talk: Innovation PendulumUSS Hornet Apollo 11 Splashdown 55th Anniversary Keynote
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Episode 12
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11. A World Without the ISS
It's difficult to contest the unprecedented accomplishments and impossible challenges overcome by the International Space Station. Unfortunately, good things don't last forever. What is the status of ISS and what comes next?Image Credit...
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Episode 11
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20:34
10. Lobbying Space from DC to Spain: Stephen McCall
Stephen McCall followed his passion for aerospace and defense by establishing Cislunar International in 2024. Prior to his current role, ...
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Episode 10
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41:18
9. US to the Moon...52 Years Later
The United States has not been back to the moon since 1972, but other nations certainly have. Today we talk about the ups and downs of the lunar initiatives both domestically and internationally.Image Credit:
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Episode 9
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8. How to Get Your Satellite in Orbit: Jake Cornish
Jake Cornish has led the progress, launch, and deployment of small satellites to the International Space Station and launch vehicles across the space industry. To date, Jake has coordinate...
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Episode 8
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44:54
7. Starliner, Dragon, and Ubers to ISS
Discussing Boeing Starliner's technical obstacles, SpaceX Dragon, and the history of crewed spacecraft to the International Space Station.Image Credit:
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Episode 7
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26:28
5. Analog Astronauts & On-Orbit Servicing: Alex Coultrup
Alex Coultrup (she/her) is the Director of LEO Business and Policy at Starfish Space, a startup working toward the future of affordable, accessible satellite servicing. She earned her M.S. from Florida Institute of Technology, where she focused...
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Episode 5
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