
From the Defense & Aerospace Report... This is The DownLink Podcast, hosted by Laura Winter. From the intersection of space, business, and defense... Not just what's over the horizon, but what's happening above it. The DownLink Podcast is 2023 and 2024 Defense Media Award-winner.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 209 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Australia and the United States have been close allies for more than seven decades, but with the old rules-based world order disappearing, Australia needs to shape and fund its national defense and space ambitions to fit the times. Laura Winter speak... more
While President Donald Trump cites the Golden Dome missile defense shield program as the reason for seeking sovereignty over Greenland, congressional appropriators complain they have too little knowledge on the program’s progress. It’s been 12 months... more
Traders and investors are feeling whipsawed this week, but those who hold notes in space companies are seemingly immune. Space companies, especially infrastructure business cases, are seeing steady and huge gains in value. Laura Winter speaks with Th... more
Ground stations, built by proxies of China’s People's Liberation Army and Russia’s Roscosmos, can be found across Latin America, including three on Venezuelan military bases. Recent operations in and around Venezuela demonstrate that these strategica... more
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This is an excellent resource for accurate information and analytics concerning space issues. The moderator is excellent. Laura is great
I followed the show now for a couple of years, and find the conversations invigorating, enlightening, and always energetic! Don’t miss the opportunity to listen as often as you can to the new content, or as I have done, go back and listen to the previous episodes. This podcast is perfect for my PhD track in Aerospace science.
Thank you for researching the topic and preparing well for the discussion on this podcast. The advanced work prior to the show is evident. I also, enjoy how the host keeps the conversation on topic and follows up on vague answers from guests.
Thank you for making a professional and well run podcast.
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The content addresses critical intersections of space, business, and defense, exploring advancements, policies, and technologies reshaping the industry. Discussions often encompass governmental strategies, military implications of space technologies, and commercial opportunities within the aerospace sector. Notable themes include U.S. space superiority, the evolution of the Space Force, and international defense collaborations, all framed within the context of current geopolitical dynamics. The podcast is recognized for its insightful analyses and expert interviews, making it a valuable resource for professionals and enthusiasts in the fields of aerospace and defense.
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