Multiplanetary Society

Building a power grid in space with Star Catcher CEO Andrew Rush

In this episode of the Multiplanetary Society host Timothy Reuter speaks with Star Catcher CEO Andrew Rush. Star Catcher is building a power grid in space and recently closed a $65 million funding round. We discuss the how access to power will determine the winners and losers in the space race, how he plans to scale this new grid, and his advice to space startup founders. Don't forget to subscribe to be alerted to future episodes and leave a review the help other's find the podcast. If you have feedback or ideas for future guests, please leave us a message at i-ssd.org .

The First Private Space Telescope and a Revolution in Space Science

In this episode of the Multiplanetary Society host Timothy Reuter speaks with Schmidt Sciences Executive Director Pete Klupar. Schmidt Sciences last month announced plans for the largest ever single private investment in space science, including the first ever privately funded space telescope and Pete is helping lead that effort. We discuss the revolutionary science that the Schmidt Observatories is undertaking, how Schmidt Sciences is also trying to revolutionize how space science is conducted, and the role AI may play in the future of science. Don't forget to subscribe to be alerted to future episodes and leave a review the help other's find the podcast. If you have feedback or ideas for future guests, please reach out through the contact us page at https://i-ssd.org

The Chinese Space Ecosystem with Blaine Curcio

In this episode of the Multiplanetary Society host Timothy Reuter speaks with the Founder of Orbital Gateway Consulting Blaine Curcio about the Chinese space ecosystem. Blaine is a leading expert in the area having been based in China and followed the space sector for over a decade. We discuss why China's space activities are misunderstood in the West, what the most important Chinese launch companies are doing, and differences between how the US and Chinese governments incentivize investment in space. Don't forget to subscribe to be alerted to future episodes and leave a review the help other's find the podcast. If you have feedback or ideas for future guests, please reach out through the contact us page at https://i-ssd.org .

Building Data Centers in Space with Starcloud CEO Philip Johnston

In this episode of the Multiplanetary Society host Timothy Reuter speak with Starcloud CEO Philip Johnston. Starcloud is is building data centers in space and predicts a future where almost all cloud computing infrastructure is located off earth. We discuss the economics of moving compute into space, what is needed to complete the largest in space assembly project ever attempted, and the value of becoming a multi solar vs multi planetary species. Don't forget to subscribe to be alerted to future episodes and leave a review the help other's find the podcast. If you have feedback or ideas for future guests, please email us at multiplanetarysociety@gmail.com .

US Space Nuclear National Strategy

In this episode of the Multiplanetary Society Podcast host Timothy Reuter talks with the authors of the recently published report on options for a US space nuclear strategy sponsored by the US Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory. Bhavya Lal is a Former NASA Associate Administrator for Technology, Policy, and Strategy and Roger Myers is the Former Executive Director for Advanced Programs at Aerojet Rocketdyne and a current member of the National Academy of Engineering. In this episode we discuss why, despite spending billions of dollars, the US has failed to fly any in-space fission reactors since 1965, what it would take for the US to become a leader in space nuclear, key use cases, and the impact of allowing China to take the lead in this sector. To download the report please visit https://www.i-ssd.org . Don't forget to subscribe to be alerted to future episodes and leave a review the help other's find the podcast. If you have feedback or ideas for future guests, please reach out through the Contact Us page at https://www.i-ssd.org/ .