Manifest Space with Morgan Brennan

With commercial companies advancing, the public sector is increasingly taking advantage of private space. Morgan is joined by NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on “Closing Bell: Overtime” to discuss the space agency's multibillion dollar contract with Blue Origin to develop a crewed lunar lander, additional public-private partnerships and the state of commercial space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

As commercial space companies accelerate innovation into the final frontier, government agencies are looking to take greater advantage of the private sector. The National Reconnaissance Office, the division operating the U.S. government’s network of spy satellites, is the latest eager to expand its partnership. NRO Director Chris Scolese made headlines at the 2023 Space Symposium when he announced...

Agriculture equipment-maker Deere is betting big on space. The company is seeking to expand into satellite services, with CTO Jahmy Hindman leading the charge. Morgan sits down with Hindman to discuss why the company finding ways to offer more value and services to a global customer base through space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

While publicly traded space startups have seen prices plummet back to earth since spinning off as SPAC companies, some investors are finding opportunities in the sector. Morgan discusses the investing landscape with ProcureAM CEO Andrew Chanin, whose firm issues the first pure-play space ETF. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

Earnings season for New Space is kicking into high gear, some analysts are seeing a tale of two companies. Morgan chats with Ron Epstein, Bank of America analyst, to break down results from Virgin Galactic and Rocket Lab – and why he sees a $1 trillion dollar opportunity in space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

The International Space Station’s calendar is loaded with human spaceflights this year— but with Axiom Space’s Ax-2 mission delayed, a traffic jam may be underway. Morgan speaks with Axiom board member and former Blue Origin president, Delalune Space CEO Rob Meyerson to discuss Ax-2, the future of manufacturing and the lunar economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswiz...

While the most powerful rocket ever built didn’t reach orbit last week, SpaceX’s back to launching its other super heavy-lift rocket. A Falcon Heavy will carry the first of Viasat’s newest satellites for its next constellation as early as Thursday night. Morgan discusses the mission with Viasat co-founder & chairman Mark Dankberg—alongside the business of connectivity, cybersecurity following its...

While private space investment plummeted back to earth in the recent capital drought, VCs may be looking for a rebound. According to Seraphim Space Index, total investment rebounded 75% to $1.4 billion. Morgan sits down with Seraphim Space CEO Mark Boggett at the Space Symposium to discuss the private market landscape and his outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswi...

SpaceX's first test flight of Starship is pointing to a trend manifesting across the industry: bigger rockets. While Starship is a unique case, other companies are developing their own larger vehicles. Relativity Space, a CNBC Disruptor valued at $4.2 billion, is a private player known for 3D printing rockets having successfully flown its Terran 1 rocket for the first – and final – time in March....

While the space economy has blasted off, diversity in the workforce has not kept pace. One industry initiative looking to bring more under represented groups into the fold – the Space Workforce 2030 pledge – is unveiling its first annual report. Morgan sits down with Aerospace Corporation CEO Steve Isakowitz to discuss the business case for a more diverse workforce and industry trends from the Spa...

Space is critical infrastructure, integral to many aspects of daily life. That’s why military experts worry it could be subject to the first strikes in a major conflict. Morgan sits down with the new head of the U.S. Space Force, CSO General Chance Saltzman, from the Space Symposium in his first interview since ascending to the service's highest-ranking military role. They discuss the Space Force’...

Lockheed Martin’s $11 billion Space division is exploring new frontiers as former NASA Acting Administrator Robert Lightfoot looks to spur innovation - and rapidly.  Morgan speaks with Lightfoot from the Space Symposium as Lockheed Martin stands up its new Ignite unit, bets big on the moon, and continues to compete for multibillion dollar government contracts. Plus, they discuss the company's late...

SpaceX’s Starship is expected to launch its long-awaited orbital flight any day now as it awaits its launch license. Morgan sits down with Chad Anderson, an early investor in SpaceX and CEO of VC fund Space Capital to discuss the economic impact of what will be the world’s most powerful rocket ever flown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

As NASA’s Artemis program preps its next mission, Morgan takes a deep dive into its multibillion-dollar program to send robots and other payloads to the moon. She sits down with Steve Altemus - the CEO of Intuitive Machines, a contractor for NASA’s CLPS initiative to provide lunar services the space agency. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

"Manifest Space” hosted by CNBC’s Morgan Brennan focuses on the billionaires and brains behind the ever-expanding opportunities beyond our atmosphere. Featuring conversations with the mega moguls, industry leaders, and start-ups in today’s satellite, space, and defense industries. Brennan sits down with the billionaires looking to invest in the next frontier and guides listeners on how to get in. ...

As Virgin Orbit files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Morgan dives into the complexities of the space race with former Boeing Defense, Space & Security CEO Leanne Caret. Now an advisor for the company and board member at Raytheon & John Deere, they discuss labor challenges, NASA's Artemis lunar program, Boeing Starliner, autonomous farming, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https:...

The stage is set for European satellite communications company OneWeb to complete the first ever completed global LEO constellation this weekend. Morgan discusses the historic milestone with CEO Neil Masterson ahead of the company’s launch from India, along with the company’s separation from its Russian rocket partnership last year, its planned $3.4 billion merger with French satellite operator Eu...

Virgin Orbit has halted operations and furloughed most of its approximately 700-person staff as the launch service provider looks for a funding lifeline. The cash crunch comes amid consolidation in a crowded launch market. Morgan discusses the VC outlook with Space Fund co-founder & managing partner Meagan Crawford: an investor in SpaceX, Axiom Space, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

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....

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 ye...

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...

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...

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...

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. Ho...