Manifest Space with Morgan Brennan

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Reaching New Heights with World View CEO Ryan Hartman 2/17/23 Feb 17, 2023

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As unidentified objects flying over the United States continue to capture the nation’s attention, Morgan dives into the technology behind the stratospheric data-gathering devices with World View CEO Ryan Hartman. Known for their high-altitude balloons, Hartman and Morgan discuss the company’s capabilities, their potential use in the defense sector and the company’s plans to go public later this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chinese Balloons & Spying from Space with York Space Systems Executive Chairman Charles Beames 2/8/23 Feb 08, 2023

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As the Chinese balloon spectacle wages on, Morgan Brennan speaks with York Space Systems and SpiderOak chairman Charles Beames. As a former Pentagon senior executive, they dive into the surveillance implications of the balloon, the defense sector’s growing investment in space, where satellites fit into the broader picture…and the legacy of Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The World’s Biggest Airplane with Stratolaunch CEO Zachary Krevor and Ursa Major CEO Joe Laurienti 1/31/23 Jan 31, 2023

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The company behind one of the world’s largest airplanes is entering the hypersonic space. Morgan speaks with Stratolaunch CEO Zachary Krevor and Joe Laurient, CEO of company’s engine-supplier Ursa Major about their partnership, hypersonic testing and more at the Reagan Defense Forum. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coming to America with Rocket Lab CEO 1/26/23 Jan 26, 2023

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Rocket Lab has made it to U.S. soil, successfully launching three Hawkeye 360 satellites from NASA’s Wallops Island. A first-of-its-kind mission for the startup, Morgan speaks with Rocket Lab CEO about the launch business, the latest in the space stock downturn and, of course, Venus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Satellite Connectivity & Co-opetition with SES CEO Steve Collar 1/5/23 Jan 05, 2023

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As satellite operators send more spacecraft to orbit to connect their broadband services globally, Morgan breaks down the business case for internet constellations with SES CEO Steve Collar. Following the deployment of the first payloads for its O3b mPOWER constellation, they discuss surging satellite demand, the company’s partnership with SpaceX and a potential merger between SES and Eutelsat. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Launching into 2023 with United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno 12/29/22 Dec 29, 2022

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2022 was a massive year for space, from a series of NASA milestones to the rise of mega-constellations. So why did publicly-traded space stocks crash this year, even as launch demand rises? Morgan sat down with United Launch Alliance CEO Tory Bruno to discuss the launch market, the company’s heavy-lift Vulcan rocket, and the outlook for the next year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Maxar Goes Private with Advent International Chair David Mussafer 12/20/22 Dec 20, 2022

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In a big week for defense deal-making, private-equity firm Advent International is acquiring satellite operator Maxar Technologies in a deal valued at $6.4 billion at a nearly 129% premium. Morgan sits down with Advent International Chairman & Managing Partner David Musaffer to discuss the acquisition, the satellite market and the private markets’ role in M&A. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SLS Splashdown with Former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine 12/12/22 Dec 12, 2022

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NASA's Artemis I came to a close this weekend, wrapping up a nearly 26-day unmanned spaceflight around the moon. The mission marks the first flight of SLS, the most powerful operational rocket, and kicks off a series of missions which will eventually send Americans back to the lunar surface. Morgan discusses the historic mission, outlook for future launches and the lunar economy with former NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NASA's Artemis with AE Industrial's Kirk Konert 11/15/22 Nov 15, 2022

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NASA is set to launch the first of the highly-anticipated Artemis missions, sending its mega SLS rocket and Orion capsule around the moon. Morgan Brennan speaks with AE Industrials's Kirk Konert, the partner behind some of the largest investments in the space sector, about the upcoming launch...and why he sees a $2 trillion dollar opportunity in the space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back to Launch with OneWeb CEO Neil Masterson 10/26/22 Oct 26, 2022

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After Russia’s invasion of Ukraine led the satellite operator to terminate its launch contracts, OneWeb has successfully deployed 36 satellites through its new partnership with the Indian Space Agency. With over 70% of its fleet now in orbit, Morgan sits down with CEO Neil Masterson— discussing how OneWeb is faring amid geopolitical tensions, a growing customer interest in satellite coverage, potential consolidation with Eutelsat, plans to reach global coverage next year, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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