The Space Policy Show
The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy hosts this series to bring our policy experts together with thought leaders, government, academia and professionals from throughout the space community to discuss current trends and views. Go to https://csps.aerospace.org/events to subscribe for webcast reminders or find us on YouTube. #TheSpacePolicyShow
Episodes
179 episodes
E29- The Present and Future of Space Commerce
Want to find out where space commerce is heading? What are the activities that the Office of Space Commerce is leading to help U.S. businesses use the unique medium of space commerce to benefit our economy? Find out by joining us with an ...
E28- Responsible Use of PNT for National Resilience
GPS and PNT services are increasingly in demand, creating an expanding marketplace! Join Aerospace’s Tom Powell and Lori Gordon with special guest Jim Platt from DHS discussing E.O. 13905 “Strengthening National Resilience Through Respons...
E27- Space Force…How Did We Get Here?
Two well-known former Pentagon officials, Marty Whelan and Doug Loverro, take us on a historic and exciting journey through the years leading up to the Space Force. How did this happen? Tune in to find out!
E26- Removing Obstacles and Streamlining Launch
It’s been said that Space is for everyone, but is it? Once you’ve developed and built the satellite, the process for getting to space - the actual launch – involves complicated dance steps that address multiple interfaces, detailed technical an...
E25- What is Planetary Protection and Why Should we Care?
Bhavya Lal from STPI and our own Meg Abraham will discuss planetary protection, Mars 2020, and tardigrades in space. What else survives the vacuum of space? You don’t want to miss this episode!
E24- Nuclear Technology in Space
Join Patricia Maloney (Aerospace) and Jim Howe (University of Leicester) discussing nuclear technology for space missions, the history, and policy implications. Is the epitome of progress and modernity returning? Find out!
E23- Defending the Space Enterprise in the Cyber Domain
Special guest from DHS, John Felker, will discuss how to keep the space enterprise secure from cyber attacks. He will be joined by Aerospace experts, Lori Gordon and Ryan Speelman, in this episode. You don’t want to miss it!Read the pape...
E22- The Future of Commercial Space Flight
What led to NASA’s commercial crew program? How do you foresee the non-NASA human spaceflight market evolving? Jamie Morin and former NASA Administrator Charlie Bolden will debate the answers.
E21- Cislunar Stewardship: Planning for Sustainability and Cooperation
Significant work remains in characterizing new orbital environments, monitoring their evolving use, and determining appropriate sustainability practices. What can be done to advance cislunar stewardship? Tune in with James Vedda and George Poll...
E20- A New Era of Commercial Remote Sensing
Tune in with Jamie Morin and Robert Cardillo as they talk about commercial remote sensing what impact it will have on technological advancements as we enter a new era.
E19- High Volume Production on Space Systems
The space business is undergoing a disruptive transformation with investments supporting both satellite and launch vehicle production in larger numbers than previously seen. Want to find out how it compares to methodologies employed for mass pr...
E18- Slash the Trash: Incentivizing Deorbit
How can the sustainability of the space domain be protected in a looming new era of increasingly congested space? How can the international space community reduce these risks and make them more manageable? One vital method is for satellite owne...
E17- Inspiring the Next Generation of Space Explorers with Astronaut Larry DeLucas
Now is an exciting time for many space professionals and space enthusiasts. We are at a time in history when the frontier of space is again making headlines in terms of exploration, national security and commercialization. STEM care...
E16- The Value of Space
Everyone relies on space, yet few understand how much. This talk with Michael Gleason and Sam Wilson will help illustrate how our modern world relies on space sector by sector. New Paper Alert: Check out the featured paper this epis...
E15- Locating Methane Super-Emitters from Space
Aerospace's Dr. Angie Bukley and Karen Jones dive deep into locating methane super-emitters from space. How can we use remote sensors to move the needle toward a more accurate understanding of methane emission sources and rates? Why target meth...
E14- The Human Side of Space
The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from Dr. Kris Lehnhardt, from NASA's Human Research Program, and Aerospace's own Kara Cunzeman and Dr. Angie Bukley. This episode discusses the elements that make human space exploration uniquely challen...
E13- Japan's Gradual Shift Toward Space Security
Japan’s recent announcement that it is establishing its own military space unit has put its national security space efforts under the spotlight. What role will Japan play in the space domain? Tune in as Sam Wilson and Frank Rose address this is...
E12- Strategic Foresight Panel: An Exploratory Dialogue on the Possibilities of the Future Space Enterprise
The Space Policy Show is excited to hear from this panel of strategic foresight experts, featuring special guests Jake Sotiriadis (AFWIC), Josh Kerbel (NIU), and host Kara Cunzeman (Aerospace). What can we learn from historically complex proble...
E11- Space Resource Utilization
This episode of the Space Policy Show features Dr. James Vedda (Aerospace) and Dr. Henry Hertzfeld of the Elliot School of International Affairs at George Washington University (GWU) engaging in a conversation on space resource utilization. Wha...
E10- Outpacing the Threat with an Agile Defense Space Enterprise
This is a critical moment for the United States in space. Potential adversaries are developing and fielding anti-satellite weapons and more effective military satellites, threatening U.S. security and interests. How can we transform our nationa...
E9- History of the Future of Space with James Vedda
Visionaries of the 1950's-70's inspired us with their proposals for a better tomorrow thanks to space exploration and development. We’re now living in the timeframe they envisioned. This presentation highlights prominent voices from that golden...
E8- Whither Human Spaceflight
Join a fireside chat with John Logsdon and Jim Vedda around the future of human spaceflight and if it will survive the economic and political fallout of COVID-19.
E7- Closing the Arctic Infrastructure Gap: National Security and Commercial Considerations
While the Arctic is one of the most sparsely populated places on the planet and a remote area known for cold and harsh conditions, changes to the region are driving a growing demand for infrastructure. How can the United States help build situa...
E5- Large Constellation Disposal Hazards
Yearly reentry of large numbers of satellites can pose a significant hazard to people, both on the ground and in aircraft. How great are the risks we face? Bill Ailor tells us all about it! New Paper Alert: Check out the featured pa...
E6- Space Grows Faster When It's Safer: Safety and Sustainability
The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from Former FAA Associate Administrator, George Nield, and host Josef Koller (Aerospace) about the safety and sustainability of space. How can focusing on spaceflight safety prompt the space industry to ...
