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Chasing Space

Brenden Swanik
Chinese Space Program
Long March Rocket
NASA
International Space Station
China National Space Administration (CNSA)
Tiangong Space Station
Spacex
Small Satellite Industry
Shenzhou Program
Lunar Exploration
Manned Spaceflight
Zhantian Space Telescope
Outer Space Treaty
China
Exolaunch
Cislunar International
Space Industry
People's Liberation Army (PLA)
New Space Race
Mars Exploration

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.

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Rendezvous Robotics

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Head of Strategy at the European Space Agency
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Episode: 40. Heriberto Saldivar, ESA Head of Strategy
Camille Bergin
CEO of Modulate Media and Founder of Galactic Gal
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Episode: 39. Camille Bergin: The Galactic Gal
Joe Landon
Co-Founder & President of Rendezvous Robotics
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Episode: 38. Joe Landon, Co-Founder & President of Rendezvous Robotics
Lieutenant General Philip A. Grant
Commander of Space Systems Command, responsible for US Space Force's space and missile systems.
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Episode: 37. Lt. General Philip Garrant, Commander of USSF Space Systems Command
Dr. Akhil Rao
Acting Chief Economist at NASA and Assistant Professor at Millbury College
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Episode: 36. Dr. Akhil Rao & Adrian Mangiuca: Building a Rational Future
Adrian Mangiuca
VP of Strategy at Voyager Space and former Director of Commercial Sales at SpaceX
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Katie Wall
Vice President of Federal Affairs at the Artemis Group
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Episode: 35. Katie Wall & Jared Stout: State of the Union in Space
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Chief Global Policy Officer at Axiom Space
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Jacqueline Feldscher
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Episode: 34. Jacqueline Feldscher, Managing Editor of Payload

Host

Brenden Swanik
Host of the show, Brenden Swanik brings a rich background in space exploration and engineering to the table, engaging guests about their journeys and insights in the vast space industry.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Incredible Podcast

    As someone who as always been fascinated by space, but has no industry experience this podcast has really impressed me. Perfect blend of informative and entertaining. Incredible host, interesting topics and fantastic guests, I would recommend this to anyone.

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    GJSXG
    United Statesa year ago
  • An informative easy listen!!!

    Chasing Space is a really solid podcast, whether you're in the industry or just interested in it. The host interviews some great guests and does an awesome job of making the info easy to understand. There's a down-to-earth vibe that makes it fun and easy to listen to. I’ve learned something new with every episode, and the variety of topics keeps it interesting. Definitely worth checking out if you're into space stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KJRSF
    United Statesa year ago

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40. Heriberto Saldivar, ESA Head of Strategy
Q: Does something stick out in your mind if we're sitting here in 2040 proud of saying we did that for Europe?
If in 2040 we look back and see a more united Europe with young kids wanting to be engineers and scientists, thinking we did it right.
23. Caryn Schenewerk: Defining the Future of Space Policy
Q: Was there any one narrative that you would commonly refer to or your colleagues would commonly refer to to help answer that question of why space is worth it?
Space skeptics often prioritize humanitarian issues, and addressing crises with space assets can include monitoring for fires, improving weather prediction, and contributing to national security.
37. Lt. General Philip Garrant, Commander of USSF Space Systems Command
Q: Do you see yourself more in technical acquisition departments or nuanced roles within certain programs?
Adapting progressive goals, General Grant emphasized that he began setting higher ambitions for himself after deciding to stay in the service longer than initially planned.
37. Lt. General Philip Garrant, Commander of USSF Space Systems Command
Q: What was your initial inspiration to become a service member in the first place?
General Grant shared that he joined the military through an ROTC scholarship to Johns Hopkins University, initially intending to serve just four years. However, he fell in love with the mission and connections he built during his service.
27. Bradley Cheetham: From the Drawing Board to the Moon
Q: Could you give everyone a rundown of what you do and what you stand for?
Our purpose as a company is to enable the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space.

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The podcast focuses on the rapidly evolving space industry, highlighting the interplay between technology, policy, and human interest stories. By featuring interviews with industry professionals, ranging from engineers and entrepreneurs to policymakers, it emphasizes the diverse perspectives that shape modern space exploration and utilization. Topics such as international collaboration, the commercialization of space, and innovative engineering solutions are frequently explored, providing listeners with a deep understanding of the current trends and future possibilities in the field.

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2. Camille Bergin
3. Joe Landon
4. Lieutenant General Philip A. Grant
5. Dr. Akhil Rao
6. Adrian Mangiuca
7. Katie Wall
8. Jared Stout

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