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Space Minds is a new audio and video podcast from SpaceNews that focuses on the inspiring leaders, technologies and exciting opportunities in space. This weekly podcast features compelling interviews with scientists, founders and experts who love to talk about space, covers the news that has enthusiasts daydreaming, and engages with listeners. Join David Ariosto, Mike Gruss and journalists from th... more

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In this episode, SpaceNews correspondent Debra Werner leads a panel of experts to discuss the role of ISR in space and what comes next. This session was recorded in May at SpaceNews’ defense stage in Amsterdam at Small Sat Europe.

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In this episode, David Ariosto speaks with John Mackey, CEO, co-founder and director of Mbryonics. They discuss building optical links for satellites and other space infrastructure, and what it would mean for space networks to become interoperable.

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In this episode, SpaceNews’ Emma Gatti leads a panel of experts to discuss Europe’s defense posture and the reaction to space threats. This session was recorded in May at SpaceNews’ defense stage in Amsterdam at Small Sat Europe.

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In this episode, David Ariosto speaks with former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, who is now the CEO of Quantum Space. Bridenstine talks about the strategic shift to proliferation in low Earth orbit as well the politics behind starting the Space ... more

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Brigadier General Daniele Donati
Military representative
Italian military
Episode: How should Europe’s militaries respond to space threats
Jim Bridenstine
Former NASA Administrator, CEO of Quantum Space
Quantum Space
Episode: Jim Bridenstine on his new role at Quantum Space
Massi Ladovaz
CEO of SpinLaunch
SpinLaunch
Episode: Building the infrastructure for a shifting space economy with Massi Ladovaz
Victoria Coleman
Associate Provost for Berkeley Air & Space Center; former chief scientist of the Air Force; former Director of DARPA
Berkeley/US Air Force/DARPA
Episode: Maintaining leadership in space with Victoria Coleman
Ryan Stevenson
Chief Scientist at Kymeta
Kymeta
Episode: Making satellite communications more resilient
Tim Last
Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Iridium
Iridium
Episode: Finding solutions to jamming and spoofing
Mike Kincaid
President and Executive Director, Challenger Center
Challenger Center
Episode: A legacy to help solve the space workforce pipeline
Andrew Rush
CEO of Starcatcher
Starcatcher
Episode: Understanding what’s next for orbital data centers
Delian Asparouhov
Founders Fund partner and Varta Space Industries co-founder/president
Founders Fund / Varta Space Industries
Episode: Delian Asparouhov and Philip Johnston on making the case for orbital data centers

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David Ariosto
Host of Space Minds, SpaceNews journalist
Mike Gruss
Host of Space Minds, SpaceNews journalist

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • A Must-Listen for Space Fans!

    Space Minds is an awesome podcast if you’re into space news and topics. David and Mike bring on scientists, founders, and experts to talk about the latest breakthroughs, big ideas, and what the future holds beyond Earth. The conversations are smart, engaging, and fun (surprisingly sometimes). If you love space and want to hear from the people shaping its future, this one’s definitely worth a subscribe!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Tobloyd
    United Statesa year ago

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High-quality production with engaging, informed hosts and timely topics.
Smart, accessible discussions that mix big ideas with real-world applications.
Guests include scientists, founders, and policy experts, making it valuable for listeners who want depth without jargon.

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Maintaining leadership in space with Victoria Coleman
Q: What connects your diverse background in tech, national security, and policy?
A focus on impact and a nimble approach to converging sectors, with an emphasis on turning scientific discovery into real capabilities.
Jim Bridenstine on his new role at Quantum Space
Q: Jim Bridenstine, you are a former NASA Administrator, CEO of Quantum Space, and you've been fairly busy, I would say, in the last couple of weeks and months. But you are also one of the few people that I know of who has held leadership roles in Congress and NASA, and now this defense-oriented commercial space that you inhabited only recently. What perspective does that pivot give you on the near-term trajectory for space policy and commercial space?
It gives me a unique vantage point to see how legislative, executive, and private sector priorities must align to deter adversaries, advance resilient space architectures, and build a sustainable industrial base. Proliferation in LEO, sustained maneuver, and a strong private-public collaboration—like refueling demonstrations and multi-mode propulsion—are essential for keeping strategic advantages while enabling commercial growth.
Why the Space Force says 2025 changes everything
Q: What are the highlights for you? Where do you think the big successes in acquisition have been for your office?
Purdy emphasizes the significant shift toward ground-based systems, software, training, and modernized infrastructure, with a strong focus on delivering integrated warfighting capability and rapid adoption of AI tools. He notes the pivot in the middle of the year to meet warfighter training and supply needs and highlights successful industry engagement and a growing appetite for change and action.
CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing
Q: What are the practical implications for defense and commercial customers if mission durations can be a flexible knob rather than a fixed constraint?
Customers gain significant flexibility for ISR or otherpayloads with shorter lead times and longer or shorter mission durations as needed, enabling rapid response to emerging threats or opportunities and reducing procurement risk.
CEO Series: Lux Aeterna’s Brian Taylor on what’s next for on-orbit servicing
Q: Could you explain how Lux Aeterna's approach shifts the traditional design philosophy from replacement-oriented missions to reusable, modular buses?
The idea is to productize the satellite bus so the same hardware can be reconfigured for different missions, changing mission duration and payloads without redesigning the core system, which enables faster iteration and shorter decision-to-launch cycles.

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What is Space Minds about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A high-signal interview-driven show that centers on space leadership, technology breakthroughs, and the evolving economics of space infrastructure. Episodes frequently feature former policymakers, founders, and senior engineers discussing national security, commercialization, and the geopolitical backdrop shaping Low Earth Orbit, satellite networks, orbital data centers, and next-generation propulsion. A notable strength is tying strategic themes—policy, regulation, sovereignty, and defense—together with tangible business models and partnerships, often highlighting how private companies collaborate with government programs to scale capabilities. The format tends to blend technical depth with industry context, making it valuable for executiv... more

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1. Brigadier General Daniele Donati
2. Jim Bridenstine
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4. Victoria Coleman
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7. Mike Kincaid
8. Andrew Rush

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