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The Unknown Quantity

The Unknown Quantity explores the commercial space frontier through the eyes of those shaping its future — the investors, the entrepreneurs, and the inventors. Hosted by seasoned professionals with over 50 years of combined experience in the New Space industry, each episode introduces listeners to a guest who is an "unknown quantity" — until now.Whether you're an insider or just space-curious, this podcast is your backstage pass to the bold minds driving the next great leap. After the show, our guests won’t be unknown anymore — they’ll be the ones to watch.

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    The Unknown Quantity- Calvin England- May 11, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity- Kaden Meek- May 4, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity- Dan Faber- April 30, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity- Wendy Austin- April 23, 2026 part 2

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity- Wendy Austin- April 23, 2026 part 1

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity- 100th episode Special - April 20, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Marc Levinson— April 16, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Daniel Tompkins — February 5, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Our guest is CEO and founder of Grow Mars Dr. Daniel Tompkins.

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    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.NB L

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    The Unknown Quantity – Jason Held— April 6, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Ajay Kothari— April 2, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Dan Garretson— March 30, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Doug Plata— March 26, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Daniel Tompkinsl— March 19, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – News Special— March 16, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Shubber Ali— March 12, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Daniel Faber— March 5, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Special Guest Daniel Faber CEO of Orbitfab

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    The Unknown Quantity – Richard Godwin— March 2, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Special Guest Serial Entrepreneur Richard Godwin

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    The Unknown Quantity – Kuang Han-Ke— February 26, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dallas Bienhoff — February 19, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Special Guest Dallas Bienhoff Space Architect for human spaceflight and commercial space missions.

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    The Unknown Quantity – New Special — February 16, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Chip Joyce — February 12, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Our guest Chip Joyce Author of The CEO's Playbook for AI Success 2026 Edition

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    The Unknown Quantity – Wendy Austin — February 9, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Our guest Regional Director of North Central Florida FIRST

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    The Unknown Quantity – Gary Gilbert MBA — February 2, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technologyshape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets. Hosted by ThomasAndrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced byBetter Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics,and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry. Each episode isdesigned for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionalsseeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technologycompanies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale. Special Guest GaryGilbert MBA author of Spacegirl II

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    The Unknown Quantity – Aaron Oesterle — January 29, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Special Guest Professional Space Activist Aaron Oesterle.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Joe Latrell — January 26, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.Special Guest CEO of Quub Joe Latrell.LiftPort Group

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    The Unknown Quantity – Sean Mahoney— January 22, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Dr. A.J. Kothari— January 19, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity explores how capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show breaks down regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic decision making across the commercial space industry.Each episode is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into how space and emerging technology companies form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale.LiftPort Group

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    The Unknown Quantity - News and Review— January 15, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity is hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc.. The podcast examines how law, capital, and technology intersect to shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Each episode explores legal structures, regulatory risk, investment dynamics, and strategic planning decisions that influence how space companies and emerging technology ventures form, attract capital, manage risk, and scale over time. The show is designed for founders, investors, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking clear, structured insight into the forces driving commercial space and advanced technology markets.

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    The Unknown Quantity · Camisha L. Simmons — January 12, 2026

    The Unknown Quantity · Camisha L. Simmons — January 12, 2026Camisha L. Simmons, attorney at Simmons Legal PLLC, joins The Unknown Quantity, a business and finance podcast focused on the commercial space industry, emerging technology, and investment strategy.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance and produced by Better Futures Inc., the show examines how law, capital, and technology shape the future of the space economy and deep tech markets.Come join us as we explore the legal structure, regulatory risk, and strategic planning that drive how space and emerging technology companies grow, attract capital, and scale.

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    The Unknown Quantity · CEO of LiftPort Group Michael Laine— Jan. 8, 2026

    In this episode, we speak with Michael Laine, President of LiftPort Group, often referred to as the “space elevator guy,” about the business realities of building a Lunar space elevator.Rather than diving into speculation, the discussion centers on how capital intensive infrastructure projects are planned, financed, and approached over long time horizons, and what needs to be in place before concepts can move toward execution.If you work in aerospace, technology, policy, finance, or space systems, this episode offers a grounded look at how ambitious ideas are translated into structured plans, and where the hardest constraints tend to appear.

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    The Unknown Quantity · CEO of Starcloud Phillip Johnston — Jan. 5, 2026

    **The Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a focused discussion led by proponents of a provocative idea: data centers in space. This episode provides a forum for advocates to lay out the technical, regulatory, and economic case for placing computing infrastructure off Earth, and to address the most common points of skepticism directly. From launch capacity and orbital operations to power, cooling, and long-term viability, the conversation explores what would need to change for space-based data infrastructure to move from concept to execution. If you work in aerospace, technology, policy, or space systems, this episode offers a clear, structured look at how proponents see the path forward, and where the key challenges still lie. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSuLike, share, and join the conversation, because the future is closer than it looks.**

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    The Unknown Quantity · Year in Review Special — December 29, 2025

    The Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a Year in ReviewSpecial, closing out 2025 with one of the most respected voices in the spaceindustry. Joining us is Dr. David Livingston, widely regarded as the godfatherof space industry podcasting and the longtime host of The Space Show. In thisspecial episode, we take a wide-ranging look back at the biggest developments,turning points, and surprises of the year in space—commercial launches, policyshifts, industry consolidation, and what the trends of 2025 may signal for theyears ahead. With decades of experience covering the space economy, Dr.Livingston brings unmatched historical perspective and insight to theconversation.

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    The Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a focused discussion on a provocative idea: data centers in space. We examine the technical, regulatory, and economic realities of placing computing infrastructure off Earth, and whether the concept holds up under skeptical scrutiny. From launch capacity to orbital operations, this conversation explores what would need to change for space-based data infrastructure to move from theory to reality.If you work in aerospace, technology, policy, or space systems, this episode offers a grounded look at where the idea stands—and where it may be headed.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSuLike, share, and join the conversation—because the future is closer than it looks.

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    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomyThe Unknown Quantity · News with Editorial — December 8, 2025#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy #Spaceports #CommercialSpace #CisLunarEconomyThe Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a high impact episode focused on the future of commercial space infrastructure. We explore how improved launch capacity, smarter regulatory pathways, and modernized spaceport design will shape the next era of commercial space growth. If you work in aerospace, investing, policy, or space technology, this conversation offers insights that will help you see where the market is moving and why it matters.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSuLike, share, and join the conversation, because the future is closer than it looks.Wes Faires As the Head of the US operations of the Asteroid Mining Corporation Wes is an Advocate for Asteroid Mining and the forward progress of property rights with respect to off planet resource utilization. Join in as we discuss the potentially lucrative off world mining enterprise.

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    The Unknown Quantity · News Special — December 15, 2025

    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomyThe Unknown Quantity · News with Editorial — December 8, 2025#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy #Spaceports #CommercialSpace #CisLunarEconomyThe Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a high impact episode focused on the future of commercial space infrastructure. We explore how improved launch capacity, smarter regulatory pathways, and modernized spaceport design will shape the next era of commercial space growth. If you work in aerospace, investing, policy, or space technology, this conversation offers insights that will help you see where the market is moving and why it matters.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSuLike, share, and join the conversation, because the future is closer than it looks.

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    The Unknown Quantity · Michelle L. D. Hanlon — December 8, 2025

    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomyThe Unknown Quantity · News with Editorial — December 8, 2025#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy #Spaceports #CommercialSpace #CisLunarEconomyThe Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a high impact episode focused on the future of commercial space infrastructure. This week we speak with Michelle L. D. Hanlon, President of World Space Week Association, about why spaceports are becoming the strategic foundation of a six hundred billion dollar cisLunar economy.We explore how improved launch capacity, smarter regulatory pathways, and modernized spaceport design will shape the next era of commercial space growth. If you work in aerospace, investing, policy, or space technology, this conversation offers insights that will help you see where the market is moving and why it matters.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSuLike, share, and join the conversation, because the future is closer than it looks.

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    The Unknown Quantity · December 4, 2025. #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomyThe Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a powerful episode. This week we sit down with the President of World Space Week Association to discuss the future of commercial spaceports, and why expanding launch infrastructure is critical to unlocking the approximately six hundred billion dollar cisLunar economy. From regulatory pathways to scaling orbital access, the conversation brings deep insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and space advocates alike.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu

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    The Unknown Quantity –Dennis Stone– December 1, 2025

    The Unknown Quantityreturns Monday with a powerful episode. This week we sit down with DennisStone, Head of LEO Commercial Space Ltd.  President of World Space Week Association, todiscuss the future of commercial spaceports and why expanding launchinfrastructure is critical to unlocking the approximately six hundred billiondollar cisLunar economy. From regulatory pathways to scaling orbital access,Dennis brings deep insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and space advocatesalike. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu Like, share, and join theconversation, because the future is closer than it looks.

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    The Unknown Quantity – Tom Marotta – November 24, 2025

    #Innovation#Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation#Podcast #SpaceEconomy 🚀The Unknown Quantity returns Monday with a powerful episode! This week we sitdown with Tom Marotta, Founder of The Spaceport Company, to discuss the futureof commercial spaceports and why expanding launch infrastructure is critical tounlocking the ~$600B CisLunar economy. From regulatory pathways to scalingorbital access, Tom brings deep insights for entrepreneurs, investors, andspace advocates alike. 🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu ... 👉Like, share, and join the conversation — the future is closer than you think. #SpaceEconomy #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceFinance #CisLunarEconosphere

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    The Unknown Quantity — Special Guest Dallas Bienhoff — November 20, 2025

    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance 🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity on November 13, 2025 — the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy. 🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring: ✨ Space news 🔍 In-depth discussions 👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders 🌌 Thursday’s must-listen episode features Dallas Bienhoff — a conversation exploring how capital meets frontier innovation. 🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu 👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think. #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinanceTune in to The Unknown Quantity on November 17, 2025 — the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier buildersMonday’s episode features Rob Auchincloss, offering a compelling conversation at the intersection of capital, technology, and frontier innovation.Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    The Unknown Quantity — Special Guest Dallas Bienhoff — November 13, 2025

    #Innovation#Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation#Podcast #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere#SpaceFinance 🚀Tune in to The Unknown Quantity on November 13, 2025 — the podcast decoding the~$600B cisLunar space economy. 🎙️ Hosted by ThomasAndrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, webring: ✨ Space news 🔍 In-depth discussions 👨‍🚀Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders 🌌Thursday’s must-listen episode features Dallas Bienhoff — a conversationexploring how capital meets frontier innovation. 🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu 👉Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think. #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere#SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity#Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    The Unknown Quantity — Special Guest Chip Joyce — November 10, 2025

    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity on November 10, 2025 — the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy.🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders.🌌 Monday’s must-listen episode features Chip Joyce — a conversation exploring how capital meets frontier innovation.🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    The Unknown Quantity — Special Guest Joaquin Gallardo — November 6, 2025

    #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity on November 6, 2025 — the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy.🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders.🌌 Thursday’s must-listen episode features Joaquin Gallardo — a conversation exploring how capital meets frontier innovation.🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    The Unknown Quantity-Special Guest Taylor Winkleman-October 30, 2025.

    #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity on October 27, 2025 — the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy.🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders.🌌 Tomorrow’s must-listen episode features Taylor Winkelman — a conversation exploring how capital meets frontier innovation.🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTech

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    The Unknown Quantity-Special Guest Actuate Ventures-October 23, 2027

    #SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance🚀 Tune to The Unknown Quantity on October 27, 2025— the podcast decoding the ~$600B cisLunar space economy.🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨‍🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders, and frontier builders.🌌 Tomorrow’s must-listen episode features Christopher Le and Andrew Woodfield of Actuate Ventures — a conversation exploring how capital meets frontier innovation.🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu👉 Like, share, and spread the signal. The future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation #FrontierTechLiftPort Group

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    The Unknown Quantity – Stephen Fleming -October 20, 2025

    🚀 This Week on The Unknown QuantityWe cover the latest developments in space commerce, explore how modular containerization is transforming scalability beyond Earth, and feature an exclusive interview with Stephen Fleming, a seasoned technology executive and advisor.✨ Tune in and stay ahead. 🚀

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Unknown Quantity explores the commercial space frontier through the eyes of those shaping its future — the investors, the entrepreneurs, and the inventors. Hosted by seasoned professionals with over 50 years of combined experience in the New Space industry, each episode introduces listeners to a guest who is an "unknown quantity" — until now.Whether you're an insider or just space-curious, this podcast is your backstage pass to the bold minds driving the next great leap. After the show, our guests won’t be unknown anymore — they’ll be the ones to watch.

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sean key

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