Best SpaceWatch.Global Podcasts (2025)

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Space Cafe Radio - From the Lunar Surface to Global Diplomacy with Dr Jessica West 35:48

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Navigating Space Security and the Future of Lunar Exploration with Dr Jessica West Join us in this Space Cafe Radio episode as we sit down with Dr Jessica West, a senior researcher at Project Ploughshares in Canada, recently back from the Outer Space Security Conference in Geneva. Dr West shares insights on changes in the global space security land…

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Space Café Radio - The Quest for Sustainable Space: Dialogue with Dr. Nic Ross 28:51

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Space Café Radio - Space Sustainability: Challenges and Future Prospects with Dr Nic Ross In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Dr Nic Ross, co-author of the 3rd NIPARO Summit report and a leading voice in space sustainability. Together, they explore the evolving definition of sustainability in the space sector, …

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Space Café Radio - Exploring Poland's Path to Space Leadership with Marcin Mazur 22:53

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Space Café Radio – Poland’s Space Ambitions with Col. Marcin Mazur In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening is joined by Colonel Marcin Mazur of Polish Space Agency (POLSA) to explore Poland’s fast-rising role in space. Almost half a century after its first astronaut flew into orbit, Poland has returned to human spaceflight with t…

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Space Café Radio - The Evolving Landscape of Space Governance and Sustainability with Dr Peter Martinez 28:36

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Space Sustainability and Security: Insights from Dr Peter Martinez In this insightful episode of Space Café Radio, SpaceWatch.Global's Torsten Kriening interviews Dr Peter Martinez, Executive Director of the Secure World Foundation. They discuss space governance, the 2025 Global Counter Space Capability Report, and the indispensable UN COPUOS Brief…

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Space Café Radio - VLEO: Game Changer or Orbital Optimism? - with Prof René Laufer 24:52

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Exploring Very Low Earth Orbits (VLEO): The Future of Space Systems with Prof René Laufer In this captivating episode of our Space Cafe Radio, recorded live in Berlin, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Professor René Laufer, Head of Space Systems at the Lulea University of Technology. They discuss the significance of Very Low Earth Orbits (VLEO)…

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Space Café Radio - Shaping Polands Military Space Strategy with Brigadier General Marcin Górka 20:59

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Poland's Space Strategy and Lessons from Ukraine: Insights from Brigadier General Marcin Górka In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, live from the 8th Prague Space Security Conference, host Torsten Kriening sit down with Brigadier General Marcin Górka, Director at the Department of Innovation at the Polish Ministry of National Defense and a …

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Space Cafe Radio - 50 Years of ESA - a Journey in Space with Dr Kai-Uwe Schrogl 21:49

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Celebrating 50 Years of ESA: Achievements and Future Prospects with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening talked with Dr. Kai-Uwe Schrogl, ESA’s Special Advisor for Political Affairs. In this capacity Dr Schrogl is coordinating the events throughout the year, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the E…

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Space Cafe Radio - Space Security in Europe: A Discussion with Juliana Suess 15:20

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Europe's Space Power Dynamics: A Dialogue with Juliana Suess In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, Torsten Kriening looks into the critical topic of space security in Europe with Juliana Suess, an associate at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP). Recorded at the 8th Space Security Conference in Prague, Juliana Suess sha…

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Space Cafe Radio - Unpacking Space Policy and Security with Dr Peter Hays 21:31

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Space Policy and Global Security: An Interview with Dr Peter Hays Join host Yvette Gonzalez on Space Cafe Radio for an thoughtful conversation with Dr Peter Hays, a leading authority on US space policy and national security, at the eighth Prague Space Security Conference. Explore pressing issues like Russian anti-satellite weapons, Chinese satellit…

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Space Cafe Radio - Collaborating for Space Safety - Perspectives from Janice Starzyk and Dr Mariel Borowitz 19:07

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The Future of Space Traffic Management: Insights from the US Office of Space Commerce In this episode of Space Cafe Radio from Prague, host Yvette Gonzalez interviews Janice Starzyk, Acting Director and Deputy Director of the US Department of Commerce, and Dr Mariel Borowitz, Head of International SSA Engagement. They discuss the evolution and futu…

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Space Cafe Radio - Germany's Tactical Space Command: Insights from Major General Michael Traut 28:29

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Charting the Skies: Germany’s Military Space Command with Major General Traut In this episode from Prague, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Major General Michael Traut, Commander of the German Space Command, to discuss the rapid evolution of Germany's military space operations over the past three years. From becoming an independent command with…

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Space Cafe Radio - Strategic Inflection: EU Space and Defense with Christophe Morand 21:25

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EU Space Defense and Security Initiatives: An Interview with Christophe Morand In this episode of Space Café Radio live from Prague, host Torsten Kriening was joined by Christophe Morand, advisor to the European Commission's Directorate-General for Defense Industry and Space (DG DEFIS). As a former French Air Force Colonel with extensive experience…

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Space Cafe Radio - Balancing Regulation and Innovation at NSG - with Nathan O'Konek 36:14

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Legal Insights for the New Space Era: Nathan O'Konek on NSG's Role In this episode of our Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening has an engaging conversation with Nathan O'Konek , General Counsel of NSG - Neo Space Group. Nathan shares his fascinating journey from a childhood fascination with space to his prominent role in the space industry. We d…

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Space Cafe Radio - Dr Rosa Doran's Mission for Borderless and Inclusive Space Learning 24:54

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Innovative Space Education: A Deep Dive with Dr Rosa Doran Join todays host Yvette Gonzalez and special guest Dr Rosa Doran on Space Café Radio as they discuss the future of space education. Rosa Doran, president of NUCLIO and an expert in science education, shares her journey from studying black holes to leading international space education initi…

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Space Cafe Radio - Germany's Space Strategies Unveiled: A Dialogue with Major General Wolfgang Ohl 28:59

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Germany's Space Strategies Unveiled: A Dialogue with Major General Wolfgang Ohl In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews Major General Wolfgang Ohl, the Deputy Director General for Military Strategy and Operations, about Germany's evolving space defense strategy. The conversation covers topics such as the importance of …

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Space Cafe Radio - Satellites, AI, and Earth's Future: Insights from Sylvain Drillholle 27:04

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The Future of Earth Observation: AI, Quantum Sensors, and Industry Insights In this special episode of Space Cafe Radio, recorded at the St. Louis Airport, our host, Torsten Kriening sits down with Sylvain Drillholle, Manager at Novaspace, to discuss the latest trends and future directions in earth observation. From the accelerating role of AI in p…

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Space Café Radio - The Future of Space Investment: Chad Anderson's Perspective 34:24

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The Future of the Space Economy: Insights from Space Capital's Chad Anderson Join Space Café Radio at the GEOINT Symposium 2025 in St. Louis as Laura Todd sits down with Chad Anderson, founder and managing partner of Space Capital, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the space economy. Learn about the evolution of space-based technologie…

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Space Café Radio - Revolutionizing Satellite Logistics with Ron Lopez 30:53

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From Space Symposium to Satellite Sustainability: Insights with Ron Lopez Join Torsten Kriening for an intriguing episode of Space Cafe '33 Minutes with...' as he sits down with Ron Lopez, President and Managing Director of AstroScale US, at their Denver facility following an exciting Space Symposium. They dive into how Astroscale is pioneering sma…

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Space Café Radio - Innovating in Space Education with Dr. John Wensveen 28:45

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Future Horizons: ISU President Dr. John Wensveen on Moonshot 2030 & the Space Economy Join Senior Editor and Advisor Laura Todd on Space Café Radio for an enlightening conversation with Dr. John Wensveen, President of the International Space University, recorded at the Space Symposium 2025 in Colorado Springs. Dr Wensveen shares his vision for ISU'…

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Space Cafe Radio - Earth’s Guardians from Space with Dr Nicolaus Hanowski 44:25

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Exploring the Future of Space Missions: Biomass Satellite and Earth's Observation In this episode, Torsten Kriening dives deep into the importance of data in space missions with Dr. Nicolaus Hanowski, Head of the Mission Management and Ground Segment department at the European Space Agency (ESA). They discuss the innovative Biomass satellite, part …

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Space Cafe Radio - Connecting the Universe: ESA's Vision for 2040 with Dr. Josef Aschbacher 27:16

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ESA Strategy 2040: A Conversation with Dr. Josef Aschbacher at the Space Symposium 2025 In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, SpaceWatch.Globals Senior Editor and Advisor, Laura Todd, bring you an engaging conversation with Dr. Josef Aschbacher, Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA), recorded at the 40th Space Symposium in Colorado Spr…

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Space Cafe Radio - Ron Garan on Humanity's Return to the Moon 16:29

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From Dreams to Reality: Ron Garan's Journey Back to the Moon In this episode of our Space Cafe Radio, Torsten Kriening speaks with Ron Garan ofispace US, the recently appointed chairman of ispace US and former NASA astronaut. Garan shares his inspiration for joining ispace, the progress and challenges ahead, and his vision for a sustainable lunar e…

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Space Cafe Radio - Bremen Space Law Workshop 2024 - Part 3 32:08

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Exploring Space Law: Insights from Experts at Space Tech Expo 2024 Welcome to the final episode of our Space Law miniseries, recorded live at the Space Tech Expo in Bremen on November 22, 2024. Moderated by Torsten Kriening of SpaceWatch.Global, this episode delves into space sustainability with Dr. Fionagh Thomson - Can we regulate space activitie…

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Space Cafe Radio - Bremen Space Law Workshop 2024 - Part 2 43:57

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Exploring Space Law: Insights from Experts at Space Tech Expo 2024 Welcome to the second episode of our Space Law miniseries, recorded live at the Space Tech Expo in Bremen on November 22, 2024. Moderated by Torsten Kriening of SpaceWatch.Global, this episode delves into the world of space startups. Tune in to understand how these legal structures …

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Space Cafe Radio - Bremen Space Law Workshop 2024 - Part 1 43:20

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Exploring Space Law: Insights from Experts at Space Tech Expo 2024 Welcome to the inaugural episode of our Space Law miniseries, recorded live at the Space Tech Expo in Bremen on November 22, 2024. Moderated by Torsten Kriening of SpaceWatch.Global, this episode delves into the interplay between procurement and national space laws. This session off…

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Space Cafe Radio - The Next Frontier in Satellite Communications: Insights from Dr Mark Dickinson 32:33

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Modern Satellite Technology: A Chat with Industry Leader Dr Mark Dickinson Join our Torsten Kriening in our Space Cafe Radio today as we dive into an exciting conversation with Dr Mark Dickinson, the new Chief Technology Officer of NSG - Neo Space Group - with a career spanning top aerospace giants like Airbus, Boeing, and Inmarsat. In this episode…

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Space Cafe Radio - Insights into Atmospheric Monitoring with Dr. Richard Engelen 18:03

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Inside Europe's Weather and Climate Monitoring: Exclusive with Dr. Richard Engelen Join Torsten Kriening for an insightful episode featuring Dr. Richard Engelen, Deputy Director of the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Services (CAMS) at the European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecast (ECMWF). Recorded live in Bremen at OHB, we discuss the rol…

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Space Cafe Radio Geopolitics - Space Defense and the Iron Dome for America - with Dr. Jessica West 30:31

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The Future of Missile Defense: Analyzing Trump's 2025 Executive Order In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, Torsten Kriening, Publisher at SpaceWatch.Global talks with Dr. Jessica West, Senior Researcher at Project Ploughshare on the impact of President Trump's executive order issued on January 27, 2025, which proposes an advanced missile defense sh…

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Space Café Radio - Pioneering the Geospatial Frontier with Jason Andrews 27:23

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Building Saudi Arabia's Geospatial Future: Insights from Jason Andrews In this episode of Space Café Radio, Torsten Kriening speaks with Jason Andrews, the first employee and division leader of the geospatial division of the Neo Space Group (NSG) of Saudi Arabia. Jason shares his journey from founding multiple space companies to becoming a pivotal …

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Space Cafè Radio - Space Inspired Leadership: Shelli Brunswick on AI and Lifelong Learning 18:45

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Explore the evolving landscape of space technology and artificial intelligence with Shelli Brunswick, CEO and founder of SB Global LLC, in this episode of Space Café Radio. Shelli, a luminary in the space sector, shares her journey from the U.S. Air Force to founding her own company, highlighting the importance of leadership in adopting emerging te…

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Space Café Radio - Harnessing Nature's Wisdom with Gregor Langer 22:10

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Tracking Nature’s Signals: An Interview with TALOS CEO Gregor Langer Join us for an insightful episode where Torsten Kriening sits down with Gregor Langer, Co-Founder of TALOS, to discuss their groundbreaking work in satellite IoT technology. Learn how TALOS is utilizing ultra-compact IoT devices and proprietary satellite communication to track wil…

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Space Cafe Radio Germany - Von Apollo zu Artemis - über "Armstrongs Erben" mit Christoph Seidler 39:51

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In dieser deutschen Folge von Space Café Radio spricht Torsten Kriening, Herausgeber von SpaceWatch.Global mit Christoph Seidler. Christoph Seidler (*1979) gehört zu den renommiertesten Raumfahrtjournalisten Deutschlands. Als Reporter des SPIEGEL kennt er Startrampen von Cape Canaveral bis Kourou, von Baikonur bis Boca Chica. Neben seiner journalis…

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Space Cafe Radio Frontiers - Evolving Space Frontiers - Dr. Angie Bukley on Lunar Exploration 37:36

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Cislunar Challenges and Opportunities: Insights from Dr. Angie Bukley Join Torsten Kriening, publisher at SpaceWatch.Global, as he sits down with Dr. Angie Bukley, Technical Fellow at the Aerospace Corporation. They discuss the future of cislunar space exploration, international agreements, the Artemis Accords, and China's lunar ambitions. The conv…

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Space Cafe Radio Frontiers - Pioneering Space Futures with Mishaal Ashemimry 29:31

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Space Debris and the Global Space Economy: Insights from the Center for Space Future In this episode of Space Café Radio, join Torsten Kriening, Publisher at SpaceWatch.Global as he interviews Mishaal Ashemimry, Managing Director of the Center for Space Future, during the 'Connecting the World from the Skies' conference in Riyadh, November 2024. Th…

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PSSI Special Ep. 05 - China-Russia Space Partnership Dynamic and Implications for Global Security 21:40

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Welcome to the last episode of our special five episodes podcast mini-series, crafted in collaboration with PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute. In this episode, Emma speaks with Dean Cheng, a consultant on Asian affairs and senior advisor to the U.S. Institute of Peace. Dr. Cheng delves into the complexities of the China-Russia relationshi…

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Space Café Radio Geopolitics - Satellites Sovereignty and Sustainability - Insights from Dr Gérard Schockmel 36:50

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The Race for Space: European Initiatives and Innovations Join our host Torsten Kriening, Publisher at SpaceWatch.Global as he sits down with Dr. Gérald Schockmel, a member of the Luxembourg parliament, about the dynamics of the global space race, Europe's initiatives in space legislation, and the role of universities in advancing space technologies…

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Space Café Radio - Pioneering the Skies: A Conversation with Martijn Blanken 24:09

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Navigating Space: Insights from Martijn Blanken on Global Leadership and Technology In this episode, Torsten Kriening, Publisher of SpaceWatch.Global, meet Martijn Blanken, CEO of the Neo Space Group (NSG), at the 'Connecting the World from the Skies' conference in Riyadh. Martijn discusses NSG’s mission to become a global leader, emphasizing custo…

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PSSI 2024 Special Ep. 04 - Economic & Financial Dimensions of the Global Space Race 20:54

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Welcome to the latest episode of our special podcast mini-series, crafted in collaboration with PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute. As we delve into the economic and financial dimensions of the global space landscape, it is a pleasure to host Kari Bingen, Director of Aerospace Security Projects at the Center for Strategic and International…

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Space Café Radio - ESA's Strategic Moves: Dr. Aschbacher Discusses Future Challenges and Opportunities 22:17

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Navigating the Future of Space: Insights from ESA's Dr. Josef Aschbacher Join us on Space Cafe Radio as SpaceWatch.Global's Publisher, Torsten Kriening, sits down with Dr. Josef Aschbacher, the Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA). Discover the critical role of advanced technologies like quantum computing, AI, and propulsion systems …

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Space Café Radio Geopolitics - on Space Diplomacy and Sustainability with Aarti Holla-Maini 26:56

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Aarti Holla-Maini's Insights on Space Sustainability and Security: An Exclusive Discussion Join host Torsten Kriening as he sits down with Aarti Holla-Maini, Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), to discuss critical topics in the space sector. This episode give an insight view into space sustainability, traffic man…

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Space Cafe Radio Geopolitics - the New Frontiers of Space Security with Special Envoy for Space, Ambassador Marjolijn van Deelen 17:41

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In this episode, Special Envoy for Space, Ambassador Marjolijn van Deelen, discusses with Torsten Kriening the European Union's approach to space security, the importance of multilateral engagement, and the urgency of addressing contemporary challenges in space. She explores the parallels between space and nuclear sectors, the current global space …

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PSSI 2024 Special Ep. 03: Key space security issues from the Indo-Pacific perspective 22:32

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In the third episode of our special PSSI Space Security podcast series, experts shed light on critical space security issues from the Indo-Pacific region. The episode featured insightful interviews with Dr. Jong Shinn Wu, Director General of the Taiwan Space Agency, and Dr. Il Seok Oh, Vice Chairman of KASS, the Korean Academy of Space Security. Dr…

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Space Cafe Radio Geopolitics - From Earth Observation to Strategic Development with Gary Dunow 22:45

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Join us in this episode as Torsten Kriening dives into the latest in space investments and the evolving commercial space industry with Gary Dunow, Executive Vice President for Strategic Development at USGIF. Learn about the 'GoldRush 2024 Commercial Remote Sensing Global Rankings' report, China's growing influence, and the role of public and privat…

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Space Café Radio - Industry Trends with TTTech 21:09

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Hello SpaceWatchers! In a recent episode of Space Café Radio, Emma Gatti, Editor in Chief of SpaceWatch Global, engaged in a fascinating conversation with Bob Richards and Christian Fidi from TTTech Aerospace. The conversation covered key topics such as Ariane-6, European independence, interoperability, modularity, scalability, and secure connectiv…

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Space Café Radio Economics - Inside World Space Business with Pacôme Révillon 21:16

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The Business of Space: Pacôme Révillon on Market Trends and Innovations In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening sits down with Pacôme Révillon, CEO of Novaspace, to review the 27th edition of the World Space Business Week held in Paris. They discuss key trends, including market transformations, mergers, and acquisitions, the impa…

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PSSI 2024 Special Ep. 02: Transatlantic collaboration on global space security issues 16:17

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Bridging the Atlantic: A Deep Dive into Global Space Security Collaboration In the first episode of our new PSSI podcast series, produced in collaboration with PSSI, the Prague Security Studies Institute, we explore the advancements in international cooperation in space security with Deanna L. Ryals, Director, International Affairs at the Space Sys…

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Space Cafe Radio Geopolitics - Bridging the Gap: Space and Geospatial Sector Challenges with Kevin Pomfret 25:03

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In this episode of Space Cafe Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews Kevin Pomfret, partner at Williams Mullen Law Firm and founder of the Center for Spatial Law and Policy. Kevin leverages his 30 years of experience in corporate and transactional law to help companies in the space and spatial sectors grow and innovate. He works with a wide range …

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Space Café Radio Geopolitics - Diplomatic Strides and Small Victories with Dr Jessica West 31:38

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The Future of Space Diplomacy: Disarmament and Security Strategies with Dr. Jessica West Join Torsten Kriening and renowned expert Dr. Jessica West in this engaging episode as they delve into the complexities of space diplomacy. Explore the outcomes of recent meetings of governmental experts (GGE) on space security and their discussions on definiti…

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Space Café Radio Frontiers - Preserving the Night Sky: A Discussion with Ian Muirhead 35:08

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Preserving the Night Sky: Addressing Satellite Interference with Astronomer Ian Muirhead In this episode of Space Café Radio, host Torsten Kriening interviews Ian Muirhead, a researcher from the University of Manchester's Space Systems Research Group. They discuss the growing concerns about satellite interference with terrestrial astronomy, the imp…

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PSSI 2024 Special Ep. 01: Addressing the Threat Landscape to Secure Space Stability 24:52

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Addressing the Threat Landscape to Secure Space Stability: Insights from Major General Philippe Adam In this episode of the PSSI-SpaceWatch.Global mini-series host Torsten Kriening speaks with Major General Philippe Adam, the Commander of the French Space Command, about the shifting landscape of space security, particularly in light of the ongoing …