The Space Policy Show

How do civil, commercial, and national security space intersect from the view on Capitol Hill? What should NASA and DOD be considering in as they look to the near future for space? What impacts should leaders consider from the massive growth in commercial space and the future of space traffic? Explore these questions and more with Dr. Jamie Morin from The Aerospace Corporation in a fireside chat w...

What critical uncertainties will shape the future of space? Is it possible to control our own futures by better understanding the cross-cutting influences we face today? Join Kara Cunzeman of the Foresight Collective and Lead Futurist at The Aerospace Corporation as she talks to Colleen Stover about the benefits of foresighting for the future and the near-term of space, and introduces the recently...

Join #TheSpacePolicyShow in an interview with Mike Gold, Acting Associate Administrator, Office of International and Interagency Relations (NASA) and Dr. Jim Vedda (Aerospace) as they discuss NASA’s lunar exploration program, Artemis. Returning humans to the Moon has been lauded as a great international collective effort with the U.S. leading the way. The Artemis Accords, an international agreemen...

This is an exciting time for space. Emerging new technology has the potential to change the way we operate in space, on the moon and beyond. In this episode of #TheSpacePolicyShow we hear about several game-changing technologies from the very people who are working to develop them. What are some of the technologies? What capabilities could they enable? What impacts have already occurred? What will...

Missiles are often characterized using the terms ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic: ballistic missiles are treated as non-maneuvering but fast, cruise as maneuvering but slow, and hypersonic as maneuvering and fast. How well do these terms differentiate modern missile capabilities? As discussed in their recent policy paper , Steve Dunham and Sam Wilson argue—with cool animations—that these labels...

The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from special guest Alan Ladwig, author of "See you in Orbit? Our Dream of Spaceflight", and host Dr. Angie Bukley (Aerospace) as they discuss the early days of NASA’s astronaut recruitment efforts. Alan will discuss his research on the historical struggle for women and Black Americans to gain a seat in space. Tune in to find out more! The Space Po...

The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from Tom Heinsheimer, Henry Helvajian and Kara Cunzeman as they discuss the underlying technology and the space architecture that will stand up a novel space observation mission designed to answer, “are we alone in the universe?”. Together with JPL, Aerospace is currently refining the mission concept for a technology demonstration mission and eventual full-...

The value of space in our everyday lives is apparent.  The space enterprise is a fast growing sector of the U.S. economy, science and exploration, national security, and technology.  The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy has created a series of discussion papers— Space Agenda 2021 —on topics that are already at the forefront, or are likely to emerge in the next few years...

The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from Joseph Touch and Lori Gordon, as they discuss technology and policy-related aspects of quantum key distribution in space. Building on recent work from Aerospace's Center for Space Policy and Strategy, the discussion will explore key questions including: How does quantum work in space? What are the risks? What are current policy thrusts and challen...

The Space Policy Show is pleased to be hosting Jason Rainbow, Group Editor-in-Chief of Finance Information Group, and Karen Jones, Senior Strategy and Policy Analyst at the Center for Space Policy and Strategy, as they discuss the future of satellite finance, including: major trends influencing satellite finance and how the global economy has affected fundraising activities. Is this the end of the...

 The Space Policy Show is pleased to hear from Michael (Mick) Gleason and Robin Dickey, as they build on recent work coming from Aerospace's Center for Space Policy and Strategy. The United States has pursued a policy of contested space for 45 years but recent events and concerns about the weaponization of space are regaining ground. What lessons can we learn from the historical debates on sa...

 How has national security space policy evolved over time, and what trends have lasted through history? Please join us for a discussion on how national policymakers have approached the space domain since the 1950s and how past policies and programs can inform today’s decisions and tomorrow’s outcomes. We will be joined by special guests Robert Bell, NSC senior director for defense policy and arms...

 The future of our space enterprise begins with STEM education today. Please join us for a discussion about how we can approach education in STEM fields as teachers, parents, community members, and mentors. We'll hear from special guests David Mayo, Bruce Janousek, Heydy Arias, and Ashley Carpenter, who have each taken active roles in inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, an...

 Today’s satellite industry decision makers face of range of radio frequency spectrum issues – including spectrum sharing, repurposing, regulatory oversight, and greater expectations for international cooperation and harmonization. New disruptive technologies and business models could also change the entire paradigm for spectrum management. Tom Stroup, president of the Satellite Industry Associati...

 At the end of June, Japan issued a new space policy, its first since 2016. The policy states that the country, in cooperation with the United States, will study the use of small satellite constellations for missile warning. The panelists, Sam Wilson, Frank Jannuzi (Maureen and Mike Mansfield Foundation), Sayuri Romei (RAND Corporation), Masashi Murano (Hudson Institute) discuss Japan’s considerat...

 Mike Fitzsimmons (IDA), Web Ewell (CNA), Rebecca Reesman and Russell Rumbaugh talk about how the new Space Force is currently grappling with building relevant doctrine and culture for an independent service in an ever more contested and congested domain. The gap between what’s possible physically and what’s desirable politically is a common seam for analysis and other tools to help decision-maker...

What is the aerospace industry doing to respond to calls for better diversity and inclusion? How can focusing on the needs of our Black employees foster a community where everyone feels comfortable bringing their whole self to work? How can we continuously combat conscious and unconscious bias in the workplace? Watch this episode as Aerospace's Colleen Stover and AF Maj Gen (ret) Ed Bolton re...

Public-Private Partnerships (P3s) can provide significant advantages by leveraging commercial efficiencies and innovation while shifting risk to the private sector in exchange for profits linked to performance. However, architecting a public private partnership is more art than science. Want to understand key challenges, trends, and lessons of space-related P3s? In this episode, Aerospace's K...

 Want to find out where space commerce is heading? What are the activities that the Office of Space Commerce is leading to help U.S. businesses use the unique medium of space commerce to benefit our economy? Find out by joining us with an insightful discussion with Ed Swallow (SVP, The Aerospace Corporation) and Kevin O’Connell, Director of the Office of Space Commerce.  The Space Policy Show is p...

 GPS and PNT services are increasingly in demand, creating an expanding marketplace! Join Aerospace’s Tom Powell and Lori Gordon with special guest Jim Platt from DHS discussing E.O. 13905 “Strengthening National Resilience Through Responsible Use of PNT Services”.  They will explore the EO’s federated approach for determining PNT needs and for meeting these needs through the growing marketplace....

 Two well-known former Pentagon officials, Marty Whelan and Doug Loverro, take us on a historic and exciting journey through the years leading up to the Space Force. How did this happen? Tune in to find out!  The Space Policy Show is produced by The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy.  It is a virtual series covering a broad set of topics that span across the space enterp...

It’s been said that Space is for everyone, but is it? Once you’ve developed and built the satellite, the process for getting to space - the actual launch – involves complicated dance steps that address multiple interfaces, detailed technical and government documentation, and numerous timelines. Why can’t we just buy a plane ticket for our satellite? This webinar will discuss some of the challenges...

 Bhavya Lal from STPI and our own Meg Abraham will discuss planetary protection, Mars 2020, and tardigrades in space. What else survives the vacuum of space? You don’t want to miss this episode!  The Space Policy Show is produced by The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy.  It is a virtual series covering a broad set of topics that span across the space enterprise.  CSPS b...

 Join Patricia Maloney (Aerospace) and Jim Howe (University of Leicester) discussing nuclear technology for space missions, the history, and policy implications. Is the epitome of progress and modernity returning? Find out!   The Space Policy Show is produced by The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy.  It is a virtual series covering a broad set of topics that span across...

Special guest from DHS, John Felker, will discuss how to keep the space enterprise secure from cyber attacks. He will be joined by Aerospace experts, Lori Gordon and Ryan Speelman, in this episode. You don’t want to miss it! Read the paper featured in this episode Defending Spacecraft in the Cyber Domain  The Space Policy Show is produced by The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and...