STARS Launch Pod

Space Trek: The Summer Program Sending Kentucky Girls Into Aerospace

Two Space Trek leaders share how a two-week residential program teaches high school girls to build satellites, track data, and actually consider aerospace careers.

Janet Ivey of Janet’s Planet on Inspiring the Next Generation Through Space Education

Award-winning educator Janet Ivey joins Stars Launch Pod to discuss STEM education, space exploration, NASA’s Artemis missions, student innovation, and how Janet’s Planet inspires the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.

Why Space Startups Need Marketing Early | Space Industry Growth & Branding

Discover why early-stage space companies can no longer afford to ignore marketing. In this insightful conversation, Vanessa Mahoney of Wanderstar Marketing shares how space startups can build credibility, attract investors, educate the market, and create lasting momentum through strategic messaging and consistent visibility. Learn the biggest marketing mistakes founders make — and how to avoid them in today’s rapidly growing commercial space industry.

Dr. Swati Mohan on Autonomous Spacecraft, Mars Missions & NASA Innovation

From Star Trek dreams to real missions to Mars, Dr. Swati Mohan joins STARS Launch Pod to share her journey from shy science fiction fan to leading aerospace engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. She dives into the future of autonomous spacecraft, the evolving space industry, and the mindset needed to “dare mighty things.” An inspiring conversation on innovation, resilience, and igniting the next generation of STEM explorers.

How the Space Economy Is Evolving: Lessons from Axiom Space’s Former CEO

From childhood dreams to sending astronauts to space—Tejpaul Bhatia reveals why the space economy is about to explode and how you can be part of it. The future of space isn’t just rockets—it’s infrastructure, investment, and innovation.