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Hosted by Via Satellite's Senior Managing Editor Rachel Jewett, On Orbit is a technology podcast focused on the socioeconomic value of space and satellite capabilities.

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Startup PiLogic is taking a unique approach to AI for the space industry, developing what it calls "exact AI," a type of AI in the category of automated reasoning. It differs from LLMs in that it's based on mathematically exact models that don't requ... more

While orbital data centers have drawn attention and driven headlines this year, there's another story unfolding in spaceborne computing — the evolution of the space edge. It's a shift to higher-powered satellites that can process data at the edge, ri... more

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As conflicts have erupted around the world, governments and MoDs are recognizing the urgent, immediate need for space-based intelligence. At the same time, the cost to build and launch satellites has dropped significantly, and it's changing how gover... more

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As AI is driving explosive growth in data center construction on Earth, there's accelerating interest in moving some of the computing infrastructure to orbit. The past few months have seen a flurry of announcements for future orbital data centers. Is... more

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Paul Tilghman
Chief Technology Officer, Voyager Technologies
Voyager Technologies
Episode: The Evolution of the Space Edge With Voyager CTO Paul Tilghman
Patrick O'Neil
CTO of BlackSky
BlackSky
Episode: Sovereign Data at Tactical Speeds: BlackSky CTO Patrick O'Neil on the Shifts in Adoption of Space-based Intelligence
JJ Jaworski
CEO and co-founder of Edge Aerospace
Edge Aerospace
Episode: Space-Based Data Centers: Inside the Race to Move Compute to Orbit
Rob DeMillo
CEO and co-founder of Sophia Space
Sophia Space
Episode: Space-Based Data Centers: Inside the Race to Move Compute to Orbit
Ronald Birk
Principal Director of Space Enterprise Evolution Directorate
Aerospace Corporation
Episode: Space-Based Data Centers: Inside the Race to Move Compute to Orbit
David Marsh
Space industry professional, fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute
Voyager Technologies (formerly Nanoracks); Foreign Policy Research Institute
Episode: An Expedition Across the Arctic-Space Connection With David Marsh
Mindel De La Torre
Head of Global Regulatory Affairs at Skylo
Skylo
Episode: Building a Global Framework for D2D With Skylo's Mindel De La Torre
Tom Stroup
President of the Satellite Industry Association (SIA)
Satellite Industry Association (SIA)
Episode: Inside the State of the Satellite Industry 2026 Report with SIA President Tom Stroup
Andrew Rush
Space executive, co-founder of Star Catcher
Star Catcher
Episode: Breaking the Power Constraint in Space With Star Catcher's Andrew Rush

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Rachel Jewett
Host of On Orbit

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Most chill intro music ever

    I love it. And of course, the show’s great, too. Really deep dives and solid variety of content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Astronomicist
    United States7 years ago
  • Please check the show notes

    The show notes for Episode 6 about 5G are actually the show notes for Episode 7 about Cloud.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Skimorebob
    United States7 years ago
  • Well done

    Dynamic perspective on industry developments, and engaging discussions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kate525
    United States7 years ago
  • Great insight

    Love tuning into this show for updates in the industry. It’s great for those already in the know and people like me who are learning more about the new space world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twillingham76
    United States7 years ago

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Some notes mention occasional inconsistency in episode notes, but overall high value for industry updates.
Listeners appreciate in-depth industry context and diverse guest perspectives.
Show notes and topic depth are strong, with engaging discussions on space infrastructure.
Positive feedback on accessibility of complex space topics for informed audiences.

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Sovereign Data at Tactical Speeds: BlackSky CTO Patrick O'Neil on the Shifts in Adoption of Space-based Intelligence
Q: What distinguishes BlackSky as a partner for sovereign space solutions?
BlackSky combines vetted security postures, true sovereignty over assets, tight collaboration with national security customers, and the ability to deliver end-to-end control from satellites to ground systems, including the option to operate in air-gapped environments.
Sovereign Data at Tactical Speeds: BlackSky CTO Patrick O'Neil on the Shifts in Adoption of Space-based Intelligence
Q: How does AI influence latency, revisit, and actionable insights for defense customers?
AI accelerates tipping and cueing, optimizes collection priorities in near real time, enhances on-ground data exploitation with computer vision and LLM-based analysis, and helps deliver timely insights that support rapid decision making in dynamic environments.
Building a Global Framework for D2D With Skylo's Mindel De La Torre
Q: Do you think the regulatory landscape is keeping up with the needs for direct-to-device? What are some of the challenges being addressed?
Overall it is keeping up for the MSS-based D2D; challenges include legacy terminal fees, gateway mandates, and the push to harmonize satellite and terrestrial regulation, as well as balancing spectrum allocations and avoiding prohibitive per-user costs.
Building a Global Framework for D2D With Skylo's Mindel De La Torre
Q: How would you describe how the direct-to-device landscape has evolved just in the time that you've been with Skylo?
The landscape has evolved from a nascent concept with limited players to a rapidly expanding ecosystem where Skylo works with major MNOs and devices, and where regulatory progress is enabling broader device connectivity and more partners.
Breaking the Power Constraint in Space With Star Catcher's Andrew Rush
Q: So tell me a little about the Series A news and what this capital will allow your company to do.
Rush explains the $65 million Series A, led by B Capital with other investors, and describes how the funding accelerates demonstrations, expands customer engagement, and strengthens governance and leadership for Star Catcher's power-beaming platform.

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The show centers on the business, technology, and policy implications of space and satellite infrastructure, with a steady focus on in-orbit computing, satellite networks, and ground-segment evolution. Episodes frequently explore practical architectures, regulatory challenges, and the convergence of commercial and defense interests, often featuring executives, engineers, and regulators as guests. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on real-world deployments, modular designs, and the path from concept to operational deployments, including space-based data centers, energy beaming, and D2D connectivity. Strong value for listeners who want actionable takeaways on market trends, regulatory dynamics, and the technology roadmap shaping next-gen ... more

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