Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Manifest Space with Morgan Brennan

AST SpaceMobile has successfully launched its first five Bluebird commercial satellites, in a major step towards building space-based service for smartphones. AT&T has been a strategic partner of the company since 2018, as well as a key investor and beneficiary of the mass market. Fresh off the launch, AT&T Head of Networks Chris Sambar, joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the commercial partnership, how its venture differs from Verizon’s investment in the company, and the future of satellites for smartphones.

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Within the next decade, thousands of satellites are set to head to space, but satellites may need to duck for cover. As more payloads enter low Earth orbit, space junk— debris from previous rocket launches, inactive satellites, and more—is also on the rise. LeoLabs is a startup that analyzes it all, and says number of active payloads it tracks has increased tenfold. With an additional 13,000 pieces of debris in orbit, what’s the future of space traffic management? CEO Tony Frazier joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the trajectory of space traffic, using AI to analyze satellites, and his six months on the job.

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Relativity Space is a CNBC Disruptor 50 company,backed by BlackRock, Baillie Gifford and Fidelity. After launching its Terran-1 rocket, it’s now turned to its medium to heavy-life rocket, on pace to fly for the first time in 2026. CEO Tim Ellis joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the new rocket, the intersection of generative AI & 3D printing and more.

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Morgan speaks with Slingshot Aerospace co-founder & CEO Melanie Strickland and the company’s work in tracking satellites and risk assessment. They discuss generative artificial intelligence, space traffic and diversity efforts in the sector. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Morgan Brennan speaks with hedge fund manager and natural gas trader Bill Perkins about his latest venture into the space economy, SkyFi. The satellite data app allows users to access and customize satellite imagery at a more affordable price point than ever before. Morgan and Bill break down the investor case for satellite imagery and the future of SkyFi. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Canadian Space Agency has awarded MDA Space $1 billion to develop an autonomous robotic arm for the lunar Gateway. The space station will serve as a lunar outpost and house Artemis astronauts for NASA and international space partners. MDA Space CEO Mike Greenley joins Morgan Brennan to discuss Canadaarm3, the new space race, and the critical role of AI and robotics in the lunar economy.

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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.

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.

The list of American commercial space companies with successful launches just got a little longer. Coming on the heels of its first-ever launch to orbit and satellite deployment, Morgan Brennan speaks with Firefly Aerospace CEO Bill Weber about the rocket startup’s ambitious outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SpaceX and Shift4 CEO Jared Isaacman are heading back to space-- training for the first of three human space flights under the Polaris program. Polaris establishes a private astronaut corps for SpaceX and will culminate in the inaugural flight of mega Starship rocket with people onboard. Polaris Dawn is set to launch as early as December, with the first ever commercial spacewalk and test of Starlink communications. The tech billionaire joins Morgan in the midst of fighter jet training to talk SpaceX and the state of commercial space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For spaceflight, propulsion engines are essential to launching a growing number of space launches and demand for hypersonic missiles. Morgan discusses rocket demand and manufacturing with Ursa Major Technologies CEO Joe Laurienti. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3D printing technology is gaining traction as supply chain crunches adds pressure to industrial manufacturing. Morgan discusses the advantages of additive manufacturing for the aerospace sector with founder & CEO Benny Buller. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Redwire is a combination of over a dozen companies merged together, developing technology across the space sector. Morgan discuss the growing opportunity in infrastructure with CEO Peter Cannito. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As more objects make their way to orbit, thousands of pieces of debris are putting spacecraft and people at risk. Morgan speaks with Silicon Valley startup LeoLabs CEO Dan Ceperley to discuss the company’s efforts to track space junk as Earth’s orbit debris problem worsens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the war in Ukraine crossing one-hundred days, commercial satellite imagery is getting an increasing amount of attention as companies like Maxar and Planet Labs capture and release pictures of Russia’s invasion in near-real time. Morgan and Hawkeye 360 CEO John Serafini discuss the innovations being made in the satellite sector, the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war 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.

Ahead of Boeing launching its highly-anticipated Starliner flight, Morgan discusses bipartisan space policy, the rise of public-private partnerships and innovations in commercial space 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.

Venture capital is back on the rise for space technology – especially for defense and national security contractors. Apeis the latest to benefit, raising $95 million in a Series B round to ramp production of  its satellite bus production. On this episode of Manifest Space, Apex CEO Ian Cinnamon sits down with Morgan Brennan to discuss the company’s Series B capital raise, the competitive landscape, and the long-term vision for Apex.

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In recognition of National Astronaut Day, Morgan speaks with Colonel Chris Hadfield about the New Space Age. They discuss the astronaut’s time as commander of the International Space Station, his work across the commercial sector and how exactly one recovers from space blindness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As SpaceX launches professional government astronauts and private citizens alike to-and-from space this week, Morgan speaks with Lori Garver, CEO of the Earthrise Alliance and former NASA Deputy Administrator about the rise of the public-private partnership in the sector and the future of the agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the satellite market heats up and stock market cools, Morgan discusses the small satellite landscape with Marc Bell, co-founder, chairman & CEO of recently-public small satellite manufacturer Terran Orbit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amazon has announced a multibillion dollar investment in what’s being called the biggest commercial rocket deal in history. Furthering plans for its mega-constellation Project Kuiper, the tech giant is partnering with several providers, including Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, Arianespace and United Launch Alliance. Morgan speaks with Tory Bruno, ULA’s CEO to discuss the deal, Russian rocket engines, and how growing defense budgets could benefit space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Axiom Space, in partnership with NASA and SpaceX, is set to launch the first-ever all-private mission to the International Space Station. Morgan speaks with company co-founder & CEO Michael Suffredini about the upcoming mission, the impact of geopolitics on the I.S.S. & the company’s plans for a commercial space station. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the annual Satellite 2022 conference kicks off in Washington D.C., the war in Ukraine is shedding light on the critical nature of space infrastructure. Morgan speaks with Mark Dankberg, Executive Chairman of Viasat to discuss the hack on his company’s services, how companies fortify satellite operations and overall outlook for competition 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.

Palantir specializes in gathering data, analyzing it, and offering A.I. based solutions to government agencies and commercial companies for some of the most complex problems in the world. The software company has expanded its services to the space sector as more companies look to parse through the data captured by commercial satellites. Morgan discusses Palantir's space capabilities with Lead Product Manager on GeoSpatial Products Katie Ward and Head of Engineering for R&D Anand Gupta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A growing number of U.S. officials warn that the Russia-Ukraine conflict could extend to space, threatening critical satellite infrastructure that is crucial to everyday life. Morgan Brennan speaks with Dan Hart, CEO of Virgin Orbit— one of Richard Branson's space ventures— about his company's work deploying satellites for governments, security risks for satellites in orbit—along with the promise of affordable and fast launch services offsetting potential threats. 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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Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman made history last year as the mission commander of SpaceX’s Inspiration4, the first all-civilian space mission to orbit. Now he’s preparing to go to space again with the Polaris Program: a series of three human spaceflight missions aiming to hit even more milestones, including the first-ever commercial spacewalk. Isaacman, mission commander of the program’s first mission Polaris Dawn, joined Morgan from SpaceX’s Starbase to discuss the program, the role SpaceX’s massive rocket Starship will play, and why despite the risks and controversy, the case for commercial space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the space economy has skyrocketed, so too has coverage. Payload secured funding in 2021 and has grown into a space media hub, newsletters, podcasts, research and events. As it expands into other areas of coverage such as nuclear energy, co-founder Mo Islam joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the big trends tracking for space, how payload is opening up opportunities beyond the final frontier.

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In this episode of Manifest Space, CNBC’s Morgan Brennan speaks with Rocket Lab’s founder and CEO Peter Beck. The company, dubbed by Wall Street as an end-to-end pure space play, provides launch service, spacecraft and satellite component design and manufacturing. Hear their deep-dive into the origins of the company, the latest on their reusable rocket manufacturing and Beck’s vision for Venus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With a surge of rocket launches, human spaceflight and startups looking to go public, the new space race is here. But who stands to benefit from the profits beyond our atmosphere? In the pilot episode of “Manifest Space,” CNBC’s Morgan Brennan breaks down how space billionaires are leading the way toward the final frontier. Hear interviews with Jeff Bezos, Sir. Richard Branson, Jared Isaacman 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.

As SpaceX’s Starship continues its development, some companies are preparing for the radical change it will bring to the space economy. Astrolab, a startup focused on building lunar rovers, was founded by former SpaceX employee Jaret Matthews to meet that need. The company was recently selected by NASA to design lunar terrain vehicles with the hopes of making the rovers Artemis astronauts will use to drive around the moon as soon as 2030. Morgan Brennan sits down with Astrolab CEO Jaret Matthews to discuss the contracts, a Starship economy, and the startup’s plans for its first mission that will launch as soon as 2026.

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Verizon is the latest telecom giant to partner with AST SpaceMobile, a small cap satellite operator. Founder & CEO Abel Avellan joins Morgan Brennan to break down the deal’s details, the company’s satellite constellation and future work with government contractors.

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As agriculture becomes increasingly connected and autonomous, space is helping to enable the surge in services. CNH Industrial is the latest to level up its satellite communications, partnering with Intelsat to bring satellite communications to precision farming in rural areas. CEO Scott Wine joins Morgan Brennan to dig into the collaboration, what space can bring to farming and the global agricultural downturn.

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Just two years after its founding, startup Vast is one of several startups aiming to put the first commercial space station into orbit. The startup is developing Haven 1, aiming to launch it next year. CEO Max Haot joins Morgan Brennan from the 2024 Space Symposium to discuss his company’s ambitious plans, creating gravity in space, and its partnership with SpaceX.

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Could microgravity be used to print human organs? Redwire announced this week it had successfully bio-printed the first live human heart tissue sample. CEO Peter Cannito joins Morgan Brennan from Space Symposium in Colorado Springs ahead of the announcement to discuss the technology. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After nearly a decade, Boeing’s Starliner is about to embark on its first-ever crewed flight. The CFT is scheduled to lift off as soon as tonight. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the milestone, the role of commercial space in the space agency’s outlook, 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.

From astronauts stuck at the I.S.S. to Blue Origin’s latest suborbital spaceflight, it’s been a big week for human spaceflight. Commercial players have dominated the skies since the development of the Commercial Crew Program—helping to kick off a new era of public-private partnerships in space. Lori Garver, NASA’s former Deputy Administrator, was a key architect in the program. She joins Morgan Brennan to parse through how Boeing can recover from its latest Starliner struggles, Polaris Dawn’s prospects of launch, and space policy come the November 2024 election.

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From leadership upheaval to a lunar launch on deck – 2024 is poised to be a breakout year for space startup Firefly Aerospace. CEO Bill Weber joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the slew of projects at the end-to-end space transportation company from this year’s Space Symposium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SES is acquiring rival satellite operator Intelsat for $3.1 billion, in a deal that brings together two major communications satellite operators in a market facing increased competition. SES CEO Adel Al-Saleh joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the deal, the competitive landscape and where he sees the future of satellite communications. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As mega-constellations proliferate, satellite communications is skyrocketing-- and so is the need to regulate them. In response, the FCC launched its Space Bureau one year ago this month. Since the reorganization, it's taken on space junk, emergency satellite cell service, issuing licenses for lunar landers, and more. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the agency's operations and how she views its role in the new space economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As geopolitical tensions have soared this week, the role of space as a warfighting domain becomes ever-more critical. A key topic at the Space Symposium, Boeing’s Space Intelligence & Weapon System Vice President and General Manager Kay Sears sits down with Morgan Brennan to discuss space exploration and rising demand for national security in the final frontier. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While space billionaires have a slew of visions for the future of humanity, few are literally reaching for the stars literally. Kam Ghaffarian, the co-founder of Axiom Space, Intuitive Machines and more, joins Morgan Brennan from the Space Symposium to discuss the trillion-dollar opportunity in the space economy, nuclear reactors 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.