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Space Business Podcast

Space Business Podcast

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 Space is rapidly growing into an exciting ecosystem for business. In this podcast we hear from entrepreneurs, executives, investors and others about the many opportunities that exist. This podcast is produced by the Space Business Institute in partnership with the International Space University.Copyright 2022 All rights reserved. Astronomy & Space Science Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Science
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  • #162 | A New LEO Broadband Constellation | Rafel Jordá Siquier, Open Cosmos

    #162 | A New LEO Broadband Constellation | Rafel Jordá Siquier, Open Cosmos
    Jan 15 2026

    Open Cosmos, a European space scale-up, has cemented a reputation as a reliable provider and operator of satellites for various mission types. Now they have secured priority spectrum to build a new LEO broadband satellite communications constellation. Co-founder and CEO Rafel Jordá Siquier is our guest to tell us about it. Enjoy!

    🕰️ Timestamps:

    0:00 Podcast Intro 01:13 Elevator Pitch 02:05 Today's News: Spectrum Rights for Satellite Communications 04:24 The Journey of Open Cosmos 06:02 Innovative Business Models 13:46 Manufacturing Capabilities 19:52 Future Plans and Partnerships 24:02 What It Takes To Build A LEO SatComm Constellation 31:19 Synergy Between Earth Observation and Communications 36:02 Spectrum & Regulatory 43:41 Vision for the Future and Favorite Science-Fiction

    🔗 Open Cosmos

    🏠Website : https://www.open-cosmos.com/

    🔗 Follow us:

    🏠Website : https://www.e2mc.space/

    🤝🏻LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/space-business-podcast/ 🌐Socials: https://linktr.ee/spacebusinesspodcast

    🔗 Follow Raphael:

    ◇ Twitter/X - https://x.com/RaphaelE2MC

    🔷LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelroettgen

    🌐Instagram - https://instagram.com/raphael_space/

    To Learn more about Space & the Space Economy:

    1. "To Infinity" – Raphael’s Revised Introduction to the Space Economy This book provides an insightful look into the space economy, its current trends, and future opportunities. 📚 https://a.co/d/6jIQ2LO
    2. edX/EPFL's Space Economy MOOC This course offers a detailed understanding of the New Space Economy, covering key concepts and market developments. 🎓 https://www.edx.org/course/new-space-
    3. Space Founder Newsletter A new newsletter with opportunities for space startup founders. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/JCUq92vERtxsuYnF8
    4. Space Business Newsletter 📬 https://spacebusiness.substack.com/
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    46 mins
  • #161 | The Dell of Satellites | Ian Cinnamon, Apex Space

    #161 | The Dell of Satellites | Ian Cinnamon, Apex Space
    Jan 12 2026

    Apex Space is a Los Angeles based satellite bus manufacturer. They want to productize satellite buses and build them at scale for government and commercial customers. Our guest is co-founder and CEO Ian Cinnamon. Enjoy!

    🕰️ Timestamps:

    0:00 Podcast Intro 01:00 Welcome & Elevator Pitch 03:06 Origin Story 10:33 Challenges in Satellite Manufacturing 14:18 Vertical Integration and Supply Chain 19:23 Global Competition 22:03 Apex Space's Product Line 23:06 Introduction to Robust Satellite Platforms 27:53 Business Model 30:38 Markets 34:15 More on Manufacturing 36:25 Current Status & Future Plans 40:39 Favorite Sci-Fi

    🔗 Apex Space

    🏠Website : https://www.apexspace.com/

    🔗 Follow us:

    🏠Website : https://www.e2mc.space/

    🤝🏻LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/space-business-podcast/ 🌐Socials: https://linktr.ee/spacebusinesspodcast

    🔗 Follow Raphael:

    ◇ Twitter/X - https://x.com/RaphaelE2MC

    🔷LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelroettgen

    🌐Instagram - https://instagram.com/raphael_space/

    To Learn more about Space & the Space Economy:

    1. "To Infinity" – Raphael’s Revised Introduction to the Space Economy This book provides an insightful look into the space economy, its current trends, and future opportunities. 📚 https://a.co/d/6jIQ2LO
    2. edX/EPFL's Space Economy MOOC This course offers a detailed understanding of the New Space Economy, covering key concepts and market developments. 🎓 https://www.edx.org/course/new-space-
    3. Space Founder Newsletter A new newsletter with opportunities for space startup founders. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/JCUq92vERtxsuYnF8
    4. Space Business Newsletter 📬 https://spacebusiness.substack.com/
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    43 mins
  • #160 | 2026 in Space Preview | Raphael Roettgen, E2MC

    #160 | 2026 in Space Preview | Raphael Roettgen, E2MC
    Jan 6 2026

    This is my preview of what the year 2026 may hold for the Space sector - including in launch, lunar, space applications, science, government, finance, events, etc.

    🕰️ Timestamps:

    00:00 Podcast Intro 00:57 Intro: Preview of 2026 in the Space Sector 02:45 Launches & Rockets 07:27 Lunar Missions 09:12 Space Stations & Downmass 11:05 Human Spaceflight 12:01 Space Applications 14:51 Space Science Missions 15:39 Government Space 17:35 Finance, Funding & Investments 19:13 Selected Space Events 20:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    🔗 Follow us:

    🏠Website : https://www.e2mc.space/

    🤝🏻LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/space-business-podcast/ 🌐Socials: https://linktr.ee/spacebusinesspodcast

    🔗 Follow Raphael:

    ◇ Twitter/X - https://x.com/RaphaelE2MC

    🔷LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelroettgen

    🌐Instagram - https://instagram.com/raphael_space/

    To Learn more about Space & the Space Economy:

    1. "To Infinity" – Raphael’s Revised Introduction to the Space Economy This book provides an insightful look into the space economy, its current trends, and future opportunities. 📚 https://a.co/d/6jIQ2LO
    2. edX/EPFL's Space Economy MOOC This course offers a detailed understanding of the New Space Economy, covering key concepts and market developments. 🎓 https://www.edx.org/course/new-space-
    3. Space Founder Newsletter A new newsletter with opportunities for space startup founders. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/JCUq92vERtxsuYnF8
    4. Space Business Newsletter 📬 https://spacebusiness.substack.com/
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    21 mins
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