Astro Ben Podcast

Building Humanity's Interplanetary Future with Skyler Chan of GRU Space

Explore the bold vision of Skyler Chan, founder and CEO of GRU Space, as he shares insights into creating humanity's first hotel on the moon, harnessing lunar resources,

The Journey to the Stars: An Interview with Astronaut Aspirant Alyssa Carson

Explore the inspiring story of Alyssa Carson, a passionate space enthusiast aiming to become an astronaut and destined for Mars. From childhood curiosity to citizen scien

Unlocking the UK Space Sector: Insights from John Abbott of Satellite Applications Catapult

Discover how the UK is leveraging academia, government policy, and industry collaboration to grow its space ecosystem. Join John Abbott as he shares the story of Catapult

Dan Hart: Exploring Space Innovation

Exploring Space Innovation with Dan Hart Join us in this episode as Dan Hart shares his incredible journey from childhood curiosity to leading transformative space ventur

Mamta Patal Nagaraja: Ex-NASA (24 years), currently free agent in STEM

In Episode 117 of The Astro Ben Podcast, Ben sits down with Mamta Patel Nagaraja, former Associate Chief Scientist for Exploration and Applied Research at NASA, who recen

Marino Fragnito: Chief Commercial Officer and Launch Services Director at Avio

This week on The Astro Ben Podcast, we dive into the world of space launches with Marino Fragnito, Avio's Chief Commercial Officer and Launch Services Director. Appointed

Mark Sasson: Co-founder and CEO of Pinpoint Search Group (recruiting in the space industry)

This week on The Astro Ben Podcast, Ben sits down with Mark Sasson, co-founder and CEO of Pinpoint Search Group, as he launches Operation Voyager to tackle the space sect

Jonathan McDowell: Astronomer and owner of Jonathan's Space Report

In this week's episode of The Astro Ben Podcast (sponsored by SkyFi), we dive into the cosmos with the legendary Jonathan McDowell, an astronomer known for his extensive

Kate van Dam: Marine Corps attack helicopter pilot, now strategic leader in the space industry with SkyFi

In this episode, sponsored by Sky Fi, Ben journeyed with Kate Van Dam from her days as a Marine Corps attack helicopter pilot to her current role leading strategy at SkyF

Astronaut John " Danny " Olivas: Astronaut, Mission Assurance Expert, Author and Forensic Engineer

In this episode of The Astro Ben Podcast, Ben speaks with astronaut and mission assurance expert Dr. John "Danny" Olivas from Intuitive Machines HQ. The conversation cent

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Remco Timmermans: Space Events Marketing Specialist at Space Agenda, Independent Space Marketing and Communications Consultant

In this episode, Ben sits down with Remco Timmermans to explore the dynamic world of space industry marketing and events. They discuss Remco's journey into space, the emo

Emily Carney: Space Historian, Journalist, and Co-Author of new book Star Bound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program.

In this episode of the Astro Ben Podcast, we chat with Emily Carney, space historian, journalist, and co-author of the new book Star Bound: A Beginner's Guide to the Amer

Camille Wardrop Alleyne: Ed.D. Founder | CEO | Rocket Scientist | Speaker | Humanitarian

In this episode, Ben explores the extraordinary journey of Dr. Camille Wardrop Alleyne, a trailblazer in the field of aerospace engineering. Camille reflects on her impac

Nicolina Elrick: Blue Origin Astronaut and Entrepreneur

In this weeks episode, Nicolina Elrick takes us behind the scenes of her extraordinary journey to space with Blue Origin. Nicolina is a multi-faceted leader in both phila

Yanni Barghouty: Co-Founder and CEO of Cosmic Shielding Corporation (CSC)

This episode explores Yanni Barghouty's work with Cosmic Shielding Corporation (CSC) and their mission to create next-generation radiation shielding solutions for the spa

Giuseppe Reibaldi: President of the Moon Village Association. Building a Global Moon Village: A Vision for Lunar Cooperation

Episode 106 covers Giuseppe Reibaldi's work with the Moon Village Association, a pioneering non-governmental organisation that unites both spacefaring and non-spacefaring

Adriano Autino: Expanding Horizons - the Space Renaissance and the Future of Civilisation Beyond Earth

In episode 105, Ben welcomes Adriano V. Autino, the visionary behind Space Renaissance International, an organisation dedicated to advancing civilian space development an

John Conafay: CEO and Co-Founder of Integrate, Innovating Space Systems and Managing the Future

In this episode, Ben sits down with John Conafay, a US Air Force Veteran and the CEO & Co-Founder of Integrate, a company that's revolutionising space mission management

Eric Berger: on his new book 'Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable Rockets that Launched a Second Space Age'

In this episode, Ben sits down (again) with Eric Berger, Senior Space Editor at Ars Technica and author of the upcoming book 'Reentry: SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the Reusable