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SpaceBase PodcastPioneering from Two Hemispheres: A Serial Entrepreneur's Perspective on NZ SpaceAn interview with Michael D’Angelo, the Chief Business Officer and Co-Founder of Phantom Space, and Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Wolverine Capital.Mike is an innovator and entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience in space, aviation, biotech, and investment management. He has been a founding and executive team member of more than ten companies. He has held leadership roles at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, POET, Pratt & Whitney, and a multi-billion-dollar family office as EVP of Direct Ventures. Earlier in his career, Mike was an executive at a venture-backed aerospace startup where he led the development, flight testing, an...2025-06-3035 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Becoming a Global Space Communicator: An Interview with Remco TimmermansWe continue the alternating series for spotlighting Global Space Enablers Network (GSEN) in this episode. An interview with Remco Timmermans who represents one of GSEN's member organization Space Agenda, the leading global space industry events calendar in 2024.Remco is an online marketing and communications specialist in the international space sector. He is a well-known space influencer and mentor to aspiring space communicators. Since 2025 he is the Communications Manager at space electronics manufacturer EmTroniX in Luxembourg. Before joining EmTroniX, Remco was founder and owner at Spaceside, a dedicated space marketing and communications agency. Remco is...2025-05-2846 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding a Laser Comms Startup in New Zealand: An Interview with Pavel KalininAn interview with Pavel Kalinin, CTO at OutThere Astronautics, a New Zealand startup focusing on the development of optical communications systems for space applications.Pavel was born in Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia. He came to New Zealand with his family when he was 5 years old. Pavel has a degree in physics as well as aerospace engineering from the University of Auckland. While at the university, he participated in the Auckland Programme for Space Systems (APSS) competition where his team's proposal was selected to begin building a cubesat to send into Low Earth Orbit. Re...2025-04-2831 min
SpaceBase PodcastGlobal Space Enablers Network (GSEN) Spotlight: Hungary - An Interview with Peter KristofAn interview with Peter Kristof on spotlighting the space ecosystem in Hungary.Peter is a multiple award-winning space professional, innovation expert, exited startup founder, corporate executive, and strategic consultant in digitalization, venture capital, as well as technology and economic development. He is a sought-after speaker at domestic and international conferences on these topics.Serving as the chief innovation officer for DATelite, noted as a qualified Earth Observation solution provider, he realizes flagship projects aimed at digitalization, the creation of innovation ecosystems, and the development of the space and defense sectors, alongside colleagues with...2025-04-2639 min
SpaceBase PodcastGlobal Space Enablers Network (GSEN) Spotlight: Thailand - An Interview with Aim CharoenphanAn interview with Amarit or "Aim" Charoenphan. Aim is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and ecosystem builder with a deep impact on the startup and innovation landscapes across Asia-Pacific. As President of the New Zealand-Thai Chamber of Commerce and Managing Partner of Aim Ventures, he has backed over 40 investments, while also playing a key role in Thailand’s tech scene as a Partner at Unfold Ventures. His expertise spans from venture funding to community-driven acceleration, having served as ASEAN Director of Impact Collective and a Venture Partner at Mandalay Venture Partners, focusing on sustainable farm-to-fork innovations. In recent years, Aim has...2025-02-2550 min
SpaceBase PodcastGlobal Space Enablers Network (GSEN) Spotlight: Indo-Pacific Region - An Interview with Antonio StarkThis is the start of our alternating series focused on the Global Space Enablers Network, and interviews with space enablers around the world to leverage their insights, experiences, and knowledge on the needs, challenges, and opportunities, for budding or growing space enablers worldwide. These interviews have been conducted by SpaceBase co-founders - Eric Dahlstrom and myself.An interview with Antonio Stark. Antonio is a space strategy expert on policy, satellites, security, sustainability, and the cislunar economy. Antonio is currently the Global Alliance Lead for iSpace, Japan’s premiere lunar space company. Among his multiple affiliations, he is als...2025-01-1426 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding a Career in Aerospace Medicine and Founding the NZ Health Space Research Network: An Interview with Lisa BrownAn interview with Dr. Lisa Brown, a Hepatobiliary Surgeon and Aerospace Medicine Researcher at the New Zealand Space Health Research Center. Lisa’s background is in Surgery. And In addition to surgical training, Lisa completed training and research in Aerospace Medicine, including as the Aerospace Medicine Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, an internship at the European Space Agency, and the University of Texas Medical Branch Principles of Aerospace Medicine Short Course with NASA. She is on the organising committee of Women in Space Aotearoa New Zealand and Lead of the New Zealand Space Health Research Netw...2024-12-1733 min
SpaceBase PodcastIt's Never too Early to Start a Career in Space: An Interview with Cairo AkehurstAn interview with Cairo Akehurst, a year 12 student at Cashmere High in Christchurch, New Zealand. And he is also already a serial entrepreneur having founded Convergence Aerospace and most recently Cattle Credit. His team was a finalist to the Space for Planet Earth Challenge 2023-24, High School level. He won the Emerging Technology Award as part of the Otautahi Christchurch Smart Cities Challenge 2024. He was also an elected participant in the validator programme at the University of Christchurch Center for Entrepreneurship. And just recently, he was short listed as one of three finalist for the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) New...2024-11-2526 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpecial Episode: Establishing a Global Space Enablers NetworkThis is a special episode on the Global Space Enablers Network and the start of an alternating theme to feature space enablers globally working to catalyze, develop, and grow their own space sector and industry in different parts of the world. The aim is to share lessons learned, best practices, and resource opportunities specially for nascent and emerging regions and countries. In this episode co-founders of SpaceBase Limited discuss the motivations, goals, and activities this newly formed alliance of ecosystem builders around the world.Joining the host is SpaceBase co-founder Eric Dahlstrom. Eric has...2024-10-3018 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace for Good and Building the Aerospace Sector in Aotearoa: An Interview with Emma RenowdenAn interview with Emma Renowden, Aerospace Cluster Lead at Otautahi Christchurch. Emma is an experienced strategic partnerships manager who is passionate about the role of innovation and technology in addressing some of the world's most significant challenges. In her role at ChristchurchNZ, Emma is responsible for developing an ambitious city strategy for the Aerospace sector, with the goal of harnessing the economic opportunities it presents. She holds degrees in Political Science and International Relations from the University of Canterbury. Emma is also a Committee Board Member of the Aerospace New Zealand, the national industry body promoting Aerospace i...2024-09-1530 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Disney Rides to Building New Rockets to the Moon: An Interview with James BriceAn interview with with James Brice, Lead Systems Engineer for New Glenn, Blue Origin’s prime launch system for Moon missions. Jim has over three decades experience working with aerospace companies like Boeing and Orbital Science and leading engineering projects from space planes to rocket systems like the X34, Antares rocket, and the launch abort system for Orion.Jim holds an Industrial Engineering degree from University of Central Florida and a Masters in Systems Engineering from George Washington University. He was instrumental in the formation of the NASA Space Academy. He is an alumni and former Deputy Dir...2024-08-2633 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom NASA Space Architect to Commercial Space Development: An Interview with Gary MartinAn interview with Gary Martin, one of SpaceBase’s Advisors. Gary retired from NASA after 32 years supporting space science missions, advanced technology development, technology transfer and human spaceflight. In 2022, he became NASA’s first Space Architect leading the team that developed the Vision for Space Exploration in 2004. He also served as Program Director for the International Space University for multiple years, a member of the Academic Council multiple times, and continue to Chair Team Projects for ISU programs.In 2017 he became the Senior Advisor to the Luxembourg Ministry of Economics and was instrumental in the es...2024-07-2449 min
SpaceBase PodcastDemocratising Deployments in Space: An Interview with Max DanielsAn interview with Max Daniels, CEO and Co-Founder of Astrix Astronautics, a startup company focusing on inflatable, rigidized deployment for spacecraft.Max has a BS degree from the University of Auckland and was part of the Auckland Program for Space Systems at University of Auckland. In 2019, his team won the New Ventures Category at the $100k Velocity Challenge. ResourcesAuckland Programme for Space Systems (APSS), $100k Velocity Challenge, Auckland based startup competitionCallaghan Innovations, NZ Government innovation armOutset Ventures, home of deep tech in AucklandHosted by: Emeline Pa...2024-06-2840 min
SpaceBase PodcastLeveraging Creative Technologies and Multi-disciplinary Problem Solving for a Career in Space: An Interview with Caleb McIvorAn interview with Caleb McIvor, Founding Director of PrintGig and CEO/CTO of Epsilum Design. PrintGig is a cutting-edge 3D printing company that specializes in high-temperature polymers for the high-tech and deep-tech sectors - including the space industry in New Zealand; the only one of its kind in the southern hemisphere. Caleb is an entrepreneur and inventor set on improving lives and solving complex problems. Caleb specializes in embedded systems design and additive manufacturing with a broad range of skills across the stem fields. With a Bachelor of Creative Technologies also minoring in Japanese from Au...2024-05-1235 min
SpaceBase PodcastChanneling Our Stardust Origins into Space Innovation: An Interview with Stu Potter An interview with Stu Potter, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Stardust Me, an Innovative small payload solutions and space memorial service provider. It is the first Māori space-tech company in the world. Stu has over 20+ years of senior management and business experience in Māori business, financial services, health, education, research and development. His strengths are in Māori education, business, strategy, and leadership development, executive coaching, developing high performance teams, strategic human resource and change management, and innovation. Stu is also a published children’s book author of the Fish Story which incorporates te reo Mā...2024-04-2839 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Defence and Strategic Intelligence, to STEM Education and Advocacy: An Interview with Sam LeskeAn interview with Sam Leske, Sam Leske, Director at Milky-Way.Kiwi, a social enterprise whose goal is to inspire people to think about our collective future and how they can actively contribute through quality science education with an added cosmic perspective. Sam has a long career in Aoteroa’s Defence Force, first as a Royal New Zealand Air Force pilot, to Head of the Operational Intelligence and Head of Strategic Intelligence at NZ Defence Force. He also worked for the Ministry of Primary Industries as Director of Intelligence Coordination and Plans and Director of Biosecurity Support Services. He was the...2024-03-2352 min
SpaceBase PodcastSuperconnectors Accelerate Growth in the Space Industry: An Interview with Gill Dal DinAn iinterview with Gill Dal Din, Global Activation Executive focusing on Business Development and Growth for Space Trailblazers. Gill is a superconnector who connects people and resources that catalyze change in high growth businesses. She was instrumental in getting the aerospace ecosystem up and running in Christchurch from the early years. Gill has a Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Otago. Her professional journey range from health, franchise ownership, events promotion, aerospace, and championing new ecosystems such as the space industry. She has worked for ChristchurchNZ and the Canterbury Development Corporation, as w...2024-02-2347 min
The Futurist Society PodcastThe Future Of Space Enterprise - A Conversation With Emeline Paat-DahlstromWe are on the verge of exponential growth in the space industry as new, interesting developments pop up every now and then. Standing among the innovators responsible for this upheaval is the incredible Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, CEO of SpaceBase, a social enterprise focused on democratizing space for everyone by co-creating space ecosystems in developing and emerging countries from New Zealand. In this conversation with Dr. Awesome at the Futurist Society Podcast, Emeline takes us on a ride towards the future of space enterprise and shows us what key developments are on the horizon and how they are going to impact s...2024-02-1245 min
SpaceBase PodcastSales and Marketing are Conduits for Growth in the New NZ Space Industry: An Interview with Erica LloydAn Interview with Erica Lloyd, Chief Revenue Officer at Zenno Astronautics, a New Zealand startup company revolutionizing space movement through the untapped energy of super magnets.Eric Lloyd who has a broad and varied career here in New Zealand and across Asia Pacific and the USA in Broadcasting, Technology, Banking and innovation businesses.Erica is a seasoned executive who started life running her own cutting edge tech services company in film and the television sector. She has worked on both sides of the camera as an on-air business journalist for Television New Zealand and Mediaworks...2024-01-2544 min
SpaceBase PodcastExploring the Solar System Through Robotic Missions: An Interview with Betina PavriAn interview with Betina Pavri, Senior Principal Engineer at the Paiahu-Robinson Research Institute, Victoria University of Wellington. Betina is supporting the development of high-temperature superconducting magnet technologies for space applications. Prior to moving to New Zealand, Betina has had a long and illustrious career at NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory where she worked on many pioneering planetary missions including the Magellan mission to Venus, the Mars reconnaissance orbiter, the asteroid Dawn mission, and aspects of the Curiosity Mars rover mission as a spacecraft integration and operations engineer and manager. Bettina holds a BA and BS degrees in...2023-12-0648 min
SpaceBase PodcastOptimising Space Manufacturing through 3D Printing: An Interview with Peter SefontAn interview with Peter Sefont, Technical Director for Zenith Tecnica, a contract manufacturer specialising in Titanium 3D Printing using Electron Beam Melting (EBM) technology. Zenith Tecnica produces a myriad of additively manufactured parts for industries around the world; including large structural hardware for spacecraft and satellites.Peter graduated from the University of Auckland with a Bachelors of Engineering – Mechatronics degree and has also worked for Fisher and Paykel Healthcare prior to joining the Zenith Tecnica team.Recently, Zenith Tecnica manufactured space components for NASA's highly anticipated Psyche asteroid mission.ResourcesZenith Tecnica2023-11-1735 min
Here NowSpace technology for climate changeEach year, a New Zealand social enterprise runs a space research incubator to help explore space-related technologies for climate change. Kadambari Raghukumar talks to the founders of Spacebase.Each year, the New Zealand social enterprise SpaceBase runs a research incubator to help explore space-related technologies for climate change.In this episode of Voices, Kadambari Raghukumar talks to the co-founders of SpaceBase Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom.Phillipines-born Emeline and US-born Eric recently received the KEA 'Friends of NZ award' for their contribution towards helping put New Zealand on the global map for space...2023-10-1510 min
SpaceBase PodcastRiding the Wave Towards Private Spaceflight Development: An Interview with Khaki RodwayAn interview with Khaki Rodway, Spaceplane Sales and Operations Director for Dawn Aerospace USA. Khaki has an extensive New Space business development and marketing experience working for launch companies like XCorp and Masten, to delivering payload to the International Space Station like Nanoracks, and on orbit truster manufacturing like Bradford Space. Khaki is also the co-founder of NYC Space, An open community for the development of private companies commercializing space. A graduate of Colombia University, she holds a Masters in Historic Preservation, and a Bachelors in Womens Studies, English Literature, and Journalism from Rutgers University.In...2023-10-1345 min
NZ Tech PodcastSpace for All - Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-DahlstromPaul Spain recently sat down with Eric Dahlstrom and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-founders of SpaceBase and this year’s Kea Friend of New Zealand Award winners. Eric and Emeline shared how technological breakthroughs are intricately tied to the space industry, and how SpaceBase, an initiative focused on catalyzing ecosystems in developing and emerging countries is helping to ensure no one gets left behind. Listen in and find out how you could be part of New Zealand's space industry.SpaceBase Podcast 2023-10-031h 03
SpaceBase PodcastDemocratising Data and Solving Challenges to Scale: An Interview with Kurt JanssenAn interview with Kurt Janssen, CEO of Orbica based in New Zealand, Australia and Germany.Kurt is a geographer and geospatialist by trade, with a passion for emerging technology and data. Kurt has a BSc with Honors in Geography from the University of Canterbury and was the 2016 NZSEA Young Professional of the Year. He worked for central government such as the Ministry of Health and Ministry of the Environment as a Geographic Information Systems (or GIS) Advisor. He also worked for private companies in New Zealand and the United States such as ESRI, Abley and Orbviz. In 2017...2023-09-2243 min
SpaceBase PodcastDriving Exponential Innovation and Generative Investing : An Interview with Mark BregmanMark is an Edmund Hillary Fellow from the US. He launched Quidnet Ventures, a new fund to support early-stage NZ companies. Mark has spent over 30+ years in the technology and innovation sector, with experience in semiconductor manufacturing, open systems hardware. software development, big data, software as a service, and Internet of Things. Previously he held both CEO and CTO roles at companies like SkywriterRX, Neustar, Symantec, and Airmedia. He ran IBM’s innovation lab in Japan and was Managing Director of Vista Labs (Vista Equity Partners), helping their portfolio companies innovate more effectively. He began his career as a...2023-08-1351 min
SpaceBase PodcastSystems Engineering to Space Mission Operations: An Interview with Chris JacksonAn interview with Chris Jackson, Head of Space Operations and Ground Segment at the Te Pūnaha Ātea - Auckland Space Institute based in the University of Auckland. He is overseeing the design and set up of the Institute’s Mission Operation Centre and Ground Station. He is also developing the operations support and building the capability of the centre to support large scale satellites and developing the business for national and international missions like MethaneSAT. Chris has a long and illustrious career working for Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) in the UK as Chief Engineer and Archi...2023-07-2237 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Anthropology to Satellite Applications for the Good of Planet Earth: An Interview with Scott MadryAn interview with Dr. Scott Madry, Research Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, USA. He is also the founder and President of Informatics International, Inc., a global geospatial services company. He is a professor emeritus at the International Space University and has served as faculty in over 30 ISU programs around the world. Scott has a Ph.D. in Anthropology and is a three time Fullbright Scholar. He specializes in space remote sensing, GIS, GPS, and regional, environment and cultural applications. He has consulted for a variety of Fortune 500 corporations, governments, and...2023-06-2552 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding a Space Startup in New Zealand: An Interview with Alexandar MajstorovicAn interview with Alexandar Majstorovic, co-founder and CEO of OutThere Astronautics, a student-led startup based in Auckland focusing on development of optical, intersatellite communications for cubesats. Alex is working on a Medical degree and has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. His unorthodox background has led him to founding a startup that has won multiple awards including the latest Velocity Challenge for best innovation. Today we’ll talk to him about his startup OutThere Astronautics, how to start a space company in New Zealand, and what drives him to the space industry and beyond.ResourcesOutT...2023-05-2439 min
Celestial CitizenCatalyzing a Global Network of Space EcosystemsOn today's episode, we’ll be speaking with Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-Founder and CEO of SpaceBase, about democratizing access to space, what it takes to catalyze a space ecosystem, and the latest news out of the space community in New Zealand.Emeline is a Co-Founder and CEO of SpaceBase, a social enterprise focused on democratizing space for everyone by co-creating space ecosystems in developing and emerging countries, starting with New Zealand. Emeline is also a Co-Founder of International Space Consultants, USA and is on the management team of Ceres Robotics Inc. She joined the inaugural cohort of the Edmu...2023-05-1149 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Aerospace Apprenticeship to Entertainment from the Edge of Space: An Interview with Mekdim TesfayeAn interview with Mekdim Tesfaye, founder and CEO of Oasis Orbital Systems, an aerospace startup based in Christchurch focusing on development of an innovative orbital live streaming platform. He is also a marketing specialist for Aerospace New Zealand.Mekdim has a Bachelors of Commerce from the University of Canterbury, and a level 3 Certificate in Astronautical and Aeronautical Engineering from the Air New Zealand Aviation Institute.Today we’ll talk to him about his journey into the space industry through combining his aeronautical and business experience, as well as his vision for virtual space tourism through Oa...2023-04-1633 min
SpaceBase PodcastBusiness and Sales Savviness Accelerates Your Career Path to the Space Industry: An Interview with Jess CovichAn interview with Jess Covich, founder and CEO of Engineering Dreams, an aerospace consultancy based in Auckland focusing on providing professional services with top tier resources to the space industry. Jess has more than 15 years experience in senior level technology consulting and business development roles in New Zealand. In this interview, we talk to her about her business and sales experience being critical elements for pivoting into the space industry, and why she thinks it’s the industry to be involved in today.ResourcesEngineering DreamsSpace Base NZ Space DirectoryDirectory of spa...2023-03-2536 min
SpaceBase PodcastEngineering for Fun Gets You Places in the Space Industry: An Interview with Nelson SmithAn interview with Nelson Smith, co-founder of Aquila, a tech company based in Auckland focused on wireless energy infrastructure for terrestrial and space applications. Nelson did his bachelor’s degree in Engineering in Mechatronics and Product Development at the University of Auckland and Massey University. He has worked as a Guidance,Navigation and Control Engineer for Rocketlab and has been involved in multiple engineering, software, and automated projects in the past decade. In this interview we learn from Nelson how developing a portfolio of engineering projects, coupled with some startup smarts can accelerate your career in the space...2023-02-2436 min
SpaceBase PodcastCatalysing Space Ecosystems from New Zealand: An Interview with Emeline Paat-DahlstromAn interview with the host, Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom.Emeline is Co-Founder and CEO of SpaceBase based in New Zealand. Emeline is also part of the Ceres Robotics team and a Co-Founder of International Space Consultants. She is an Institute of Space Commerce Fellow, an Edmund Hillary Fellow, and is a member of the Associate Editorial Board for the New Space Journal. Emeline has BS and MS degrees in Physics and Earth and Space Science. She is an alumni of the International Space University. She has worked for space startups including Space Adventures, Odyssey Moon, Moon Express and O...2023-01-2633 min
SpaceBase PodcastBecoming a Space Investor: An Interview with Christian Thaler-WolskiAn interview with Christian Thaler-Wolski, a startup advisor, business developer, and angel investor focused on Spacetech. Previously, Christian worked in venture capital in Europe. Prior to his investor role he had a five-year career in technical product sales and key account management at ORACLE, a global leader in enterprise software. Christian is a native of Germany and graduated from the International Space University’s Souther Hemisphere Space Studies program in 2020. He has degrees in Economics and also a graduated with an MBA degree at INSEAD, Fontainebleau, in 2006. Christian moved to Adelaide in 2019 and subsepquently co-founded the I...2022-12-1841 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Galaxy Clusters, Dark Matter, and the Origin of the Universe: An Interview with Yvette PerrottAn interview with Dr. Yvette Perrott, Senior Lecturer at the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences at University of Victoria Wellington. Yvette has degrees in BA, BSc and BSc( with Hons)majoring in Physics, Italian and Spanish. She completed her PhD in the Cavendish Astrophysics Group in 2013 on a Rutherford PhD Scholarship and was awarded a Trinity College Junior Research Fellowship in the same year. She was also awarded a Rutherford Discovery Fellowship in 2017. Her area of research is on galaxy clusters as cosmological probes for the origins of the universe.In this interview we will learn a...2022-11-2532 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding Factories in Space through Swarm Technologies: An Interview with Rahul RughaniAn interview with Rahul Rughani, systems engineer for Arkisys, a company building an autonomous research outpost in low Earth orbit. Rahul has a Bachelor’s of Engineering degree in Mechanical engineering from McGill University, with a concentration in Aeronautics. He also holds both PhD and Master of Science degrees in Astronautical engineering from the University of Southern California. His specialization is on orbital optimization techniques for spacecraft swarms. The focus of his research is to enable in-orbit manufacturing, satellite aggregation, and close-quarters robotic inspection of spacecraft, using swarms of small and medium sized satellites in Earth orbit. He has work...2022-10-1929 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding a Star Trek Universe from a Socio-Political Perspective: An Interview with Daniel MackisackAn interview with Daniel Mackisack. Founder of Celestial Commons - a network devoted to improving public interest and representation in space - ensuring that the journey and the benefits of development are shared by all. Daniel is a kiwi presently living in Berlin. A writer, researcher, diplomat, and serial founder, He holds a Bachelors degree in Political Science, and a Masters in Anthropology and Sociology. In this interview we will learn how Daniel 's passion for science fiction and his experience building social movements and development projects has led to his current activities and projects in the space sec...2022-09-2643 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom NASA Jet Propulsion Lab Mission Manager to Developing Ion Propulsion in New Zealand: An Interview with Randy PollockAn interview with Randy Pollock, Chief Scientist and Engineer for Space at the Robertson Research Institute at Victoria University,Wellington, where he is working to adapt high temperature superconductor technologies for space applications. Prior to moving to New Zealand, he was an Instrument Manager and Systems Engineer for NASA Jet Propulsion Laborary. He had worked on numerous payload missions and spacecraft for NASA for over two decades including EMIT, CloudSat, and SHERLOC for the Mars Perseverance rover. Resources:von Karman Lecture Series - aims to bring the excitement of JPL’s missions, instruments and other technol...2022-08-2940 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace Medicine and the Road Map to Human Spaceflight Opportunities: An Interview with Sarita DaraAn interview with Dr. Sarita Dara, an Aerospace physician and a space medicine and human factors consultant and occupational medicine physician for Humane Factors Exponential Limited. She currently also works as a Senior Medical Officer with Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand.Her training, qualifications and experience span Aviation and Space Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Public Health Medicine and Human Factors Engineering. She graduated with a Master of Space Sciences from the International Space University, in Strasbourg, France and has an MD in Aerospace Medicine and a PhD in Human Factors Engineering from the school of Mechanical and A...2022-07-2643 min
SpaceBase PodcastCryogenics for Sustainable Energy Production on Earth and off Planet: An Interview with Hugh Reynolds of FabrumAn interview with Hugh Reynolds, Co-Founder and Technical Director of Fabrum, a world leader in cryogenic systems. Their cryocoolers, composite storage tanks and liquid gas generation systems are used in wide range of applications that include industrial cryogenics, animal husbandry, lightweight space applications, copper & superconducting electric motors, and hydrogen fuel systems. These have vast space related applications.In the past Hugh has worked in metal processing industries and composites manufacturing. He holds a B.E. in Mechanical engineering from the University of Canterbury. In this interview, we are going to learn about Hugh's career co-founding Fabr...2022-06-2038 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding a Cis-Lunar Economy: An Interview with Udit ShahAn interview with Udit Shah, Chief aerospace engineer for Ceres Robotics, a company building landers, rovers and tools to enable affordable surface operations on the Moon, Mars, and beyond. Udit has a MS in Aeronautical and Space Engineering from Virginia Tech, and a Bachelors of Technology in Aeronautics and Space from UPE in India . In the past, he has also worked for different lunar space startup companies such as Team Indus and Orbit Beyond. In this interview, we are going to explore how Udit’s career choices had given him the incredible opportunity to work on pioneering startup...2022-05-3038 min
SpaceBase PodcastPathways to Entering the Space Industry: An Interview with Jennifer BlackburneAn interview with Jennifer Blackburne, a mechanical engineer on the propulsion team at Dawn Aerospace working on rocket propulsion and engine testing. She has a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of South Dakota in the US, followed by joint degrees in turbomachinery and aeromechanics from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in Greece. She has worked on jet packs to wind turbines, and the automotive and aero industries in Germany and New Zealand.In this interview, we are going to explore how Jennifer’s experiences led her to a dream...2022-04-1828 min
SpaceBase PodcastLinking Industry with Academia for Capacity Building and Innovation in the NZ Space Sector: An Inteview with Prof. Guglielmo AgliettiAn interview with Prof Guglielmo Aglietti or known mostly as Prof G. who heads the Auckland Space Institute – Tepunaha Atea at the University of Auckland. Prof G was the Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair in Space Engineering, and the Center Director for Surrey Space Center in the UK. He worked on a range of topics from space missions design and delivery, to hardware development, downstream applications, and educational & knowledge transfer activities.His technical background is in aerospace structures and mechanisms. He holds a Bachelors and PhD degrees in Aerospace Engineering.His work ranges from academi...2022-03-2852 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Thermofluids for Jet Engines to Reusable Rockets: An Interview with Priyanka DhopadeAn interview with Priyanka Dhopade, Lecturer at the Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Auckland. Priyanka's research expertise is in aerospace thermodynamics and fluid mechanics. Previously she held a senior research position at the Oxford Thermofluids Institute based at University of Oxford. where she developed computational models for cooling systems in modern jet engines.Priyanka has a bachelors in Aerospace Engineering from Toronto Canada, and a Masters and Phd from University NSW in Canberra, Australia.In this interview, we learn about Priyanka’s career journey transitioning from jet propulsion engineer to space industry specialist foc...2022-02-2139 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Science Fiction to Building Plasma Rockets for Interstellar Travel: An Interview with Jamal OlatunjiAn interview with Jamal Olatunji. Jamal is a Research Engineer at the Robinson Research Institute at Victoria University of Wellington. He has degrees in Chemical Engineering, chemistry and nanotechnology from Massey University. He is developing mathematical models of superconducting magnets and machines, and researching applications of high-temperature superconductivity to develop plasma rockets for interstellar space. In this interview, we learn about Jamal's journey from working in the agritech industry as a mathematical modeler to working on cutting edge projects on novel electric propulsion systems for space transportation.Resources:Robinson Research InstituteWellington UniventuresE...2022-01-2340 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Personal Spaceflights, Founding Aerospace Companies, and Catalysing Innovation in the NZ Aerospace Industry: An Interview with Mark RocketAn interview with Mark Rocket, founder and CEO of KEA Aerospace, developing a solar-powered, unmanned aircraft that will fly continuously in the stratosphere for months at a time to collect frequent high-resolution aerial images. Mark was also a co-founder of Rocket Lab, and the President of Aerospace Christchurch, a group of individuals and organisations that want to grow the economic wealth and aerospace capability of Christchurch.Mark is the very first kiwi to hold a suborbital flight ticket on Virgin Galactic and is just waiting for his turn to fly in space. In this interview, we...2021-12-1628 min
SpaceBase PodcastLeveraging Physics and Systems Engineering to Ensure Space Mission Success: An Interview with Jessica TuckerAn interview with Jessica Tucker. Jessica is a senior associate in systems engineering at Beca Applied Technologies, a consulting company focused on high-assurance systems and software engineering in defence and aerospace.Jessica has BS and MS degrees in Physics and has almost twenty years experience in aerospace. Prior to arriving in New Zealand she spent a long career working on compliance and certification at the Aerospace Corporation in California, USA. In this interview, we are going to ask her about her career trajectory as a physicist turned systems engineer, and the fascinating space missions and pr...2021-11-2048 min
SpaceBase PodcastScrapy Entrepreneurship Can Get Your Tech on an Electron Rocket: An Interview with Astrix CEO, Fia JonesAn interview with Fia Jones. Fia is CEO of Astrix Astronautics. Astrix is a satellite startup that aims at inventing an alternate power generation system, which produces more power without compromising functionality of a satellite. In 2019, her team won the New Venture Category Prize at the Velocity’s $100K Challenge. Fia is pursuing a Physics degree at the University of Auckland when she founded Astrix. Today, Astrix has received funding from companies like Rocket Lab, K1W1 Ventures and Icehouse to further its development and is closely advised by Peter Beck. Astrix is getting ready to launch their first space sys...2021-10-2338 min
SpaceBase PodcastNASA Returns to the Moon from New Zealand: An Interview with Tom GardnerAn interview with Thomas Gardner, Director of Engineering for Advanced Space, a space company supporting the sustainable exploration, development, and settlement of space.Prior to joining Advanced Space, he had experience as the Chief Engineer/Principal Mission Systems Engineer at Moon Express, as a Senior Principal Space Systems Engineer with the Raytheon Missile Systems NASA/Space Applications Group, and as a senior engineer at Lockheed Martin. He is an expert in spacecraft systems engineering with over 35 years of experience in the field supporting a wide variety of programs including NASA robotic missions, launch vehicles, and the Space Sh...2021-09-1956 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Old Space to New Space, and Leveraging Space for Planet Earth: An Interview with Rafael KargrenAn interview with Rafael Kargren. Rafael has extensive background and career in the space industry spanning from ground communication systems to earth observation applications. He has been working closely on many space related projects with space agencies around the world including NASA, ESA, JAXA ISRO, Australian Space Agency, and a number of commercial companies such as SpaceX, RocketLab, Planet, Airbus and Maxar. Rafael has also been playing critical roles in developing and shaping space strategy in countries as Sweden, Luxemburg, Australia, UK, Canada, UAE, Singapore, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia and New Zealand. He was one of the main con...2021-08-1940 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Aerospace Engineering to Space Policy and working for the NZ Space Agency: An Interview with Kate BreachAn interview with Kate Breach, an aerospace technical specialist at the New Zealand Space Agency. Kate is an aeronautical engineer who has worked on military fighter jets and helicopters in New Zealand and the UK, led a team of UN military armistice inspectors in the demilitarized zone between North and South Korea, represented New Zealand at international space meetings including the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space and regulatesd space rockets and satellites launched from New Zealand. In her current role, Kate engages with New Zealand space companies, universities, international space companies and other national sp...2021-07-1847 min
SpaceBase PodcastBuilding an NZ Space Consulting Practice from Scratch: An Interview with Nicholas BorrozAn interview with Nicholas Borroz, founder of space sector-focused consultancy Rotoiti and Filling Space, a social enterprise that democratices engagement with space. Nicholas is completing his doctoral studies in international business at the University of Auckland. Before moving to New Zealand, he worked as a business intelligence consultant in Washington, DC, and before that as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Thailand. Nicholas studied International Relations at Macalester College and International Economics at the School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at the Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, USA.In this interview, we are going to talk a...2021-06-2037 min
SpaceBase PodcastPredicting Solar Tsunamis to Tracking Red Sprites: An Interview with Craig RodgerAn interview with Dr. Craig Rodger, professor of space physics at the Department of Physics at University of Otago. Craig has a BSc(Hons) in Physics, and a PhD degree in Space Physics. His areas of research are in space weather, atmospheric electricity, and most recently carbon emissions in transport. He has won numerous awards including the University of Otago Excellence in Teaching Award, Fullbright New Zealand Scholar Award, and the Inaugural Hatherton Award from the Royal Society of New Zealand. In this interview, we are going to talk about Prof Rodger’s career journey and his passi...2021-05-2548 min
SpaceBase PodcastSTEM Education through Antarctic Programs and Analog Missions for Space Exploration: An interview with Miranda SatterthwaiteAn interview with Miranda Satterthwaite, Antarctic Academy Director at the International Antarctic Centre. Miranda has multiple degrees in Physical and Biological Sciences, Psychology and Political Science, and Masters degrees in Business Administration and Education. In the past she has worked for the Centre for Earth Space Science Technology (Xerra), Lincoln University, and ARA Institute of Technology.In this interview, we are going to learn about Miranda’s career journey from ski instructor to space and STEM specialist, and her passion to educate the future generation of kiwis working towards a successful NZ aerospace industry of the future.2021-04-2128 min
SpaceBase PodcastSupporting International Space Missions from the Bottom of the World: An Interview with Robin McNeillAn interview with Robin McNeil, Engineering and Ground segment Manager at Great South where he oversees the space programmes. Robin is called the "Dish Master" at the Awarua Ground Stations located in Invercargill. In the past he has worked for Thermo Cell and the International Telecommunications Union. Robin has an honours degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Canterbury and a BA in English from Massey University. He is a Fellow of IPENZ (Interprofessional Education NZ), Senior Member of IEEE, and a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.In this interview, we are...2021-03-2341 min
SpaceBase PodcastInternational, Intercultural, and Interdisciplinary Involvement Can Get You Far in the Space Industry: An Interview with Sarah BlydeAn interview with Sarah Blyde, Manufacturing Data Administrator at Rocket Lab. Sarah has a Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland, and a Masters of Space Studies from the International Space University. She volunteers for Rocket Women, an international organization working to inspire the next generation of young women to pursue careers in STEM. In addition, Sarah is one of two National Points of Contact in New Zealand for the Space Generation Advisory Council, a global non-profit organization and network which aims to represent university students and young space professionals to the United Nations, space age...2021-02-2133 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Clean Energy, Sustainable Aviation, and the First Electric Plane in New Zealand: An Interview with Gary FreedmanAn interview with Gary Freedman, founder and CEO of ElectricAir, a clean aviation company bringing electric flight to New Zealand. He’s worked for green energy companies in the UK. like Ecotricity, the very first green energy company in the world, and with Meridian in New Zealand who only generate from renewable energy sources. His Pipistrel Alpha Electro is the first electric plane in NZ.In this interview, we talked about Gary’s personal journey from clean and sustainable energy to sustainable aviation, and his role in bringing the first electric airplane to New Zealand. From his vision...2021-01-2249 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Saving Planet Earth to Sustainable Moon Settlements: An Interview with Chelsea RobinsonAn interview with Chelsea Robinson, a serial impact founder with a background in complex problem solving. She cofounded Generation Zero, a movement of young kiwis aiming to build cross party political support for net zero emissions by 2050. She is an Edmund Hillary Fellow from New Zealand currently based in San Francisco. Chelsea is the COO of Open Lunar, an organization seeking to catalyse a peaceful, cooperative lunar settlement on the Moon. In this interview, we talked to Chelsea’s about her journey birthing an environmental movement for zero net emissions in NZ, to ensuring a sustainable future for hum...2020-12-211h 05
SpaceBase PodcastWorking Towards a Propellant Free Space Propulsion Technology: An Interview with Max ArshavskyAn interview with Max Arshavsky, CEO and Co-Founder of Zenno Astronautics, a satellite propulsion and software company based in Auckland with an aim to make space exploration commercially compelling and sustainable. Max has degrees in Engineering Science and Biomedical Engineering from the University of Auckland. He studied Mathematics and Physics at the Moscow Engineering Physics Institute in Russia. In this interview, we talked to Max’s about his personal journey towards a career in the space industry, and how his cutting edge work on Zenno astronautics could have the potential to revolutionize satellite constellation propulsion, and on-orbit servic...2020-11-1830 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Developing Carbon Neutral Cement to Space Habitats and Landing Pads on the Moon, Mars and Beyond - An Interview with Allan ScottAn interview with Dr. Allan Scott, Associate Professor at the University of Canterbury, College of Engineering. Allan has a masters of Science in Engineering and a Doctor of Philosophy from Cape Town. HIs primary research is related to understanding the influence of material properties and environmental conditions on the durability of reinforced concrete structures, and the development of durability models to assist in the prediction of service life and the optimization of repair strategies.Most recently, he is the co-founder of Aspiring Materials, a research service on the industrialization and implementation of strategies and materials that will reduc...2020-10-2639 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Courage, Perseverance, and Pursuing the Goal to be an Astronaut: An Interview with Mahima SethAn interview with Mahima Seth, currently a science student at the University of Auckland, majoring in physics and geophysics. Mahima served as an Avionics Technician in the Royal New Zealand Airforce and for Rocket Lab. She led the winning team of the 2018 Act In Space Hackathon, presenting the team's idea for "Autonomous Robotics system for in orbit repairs" at the International Space Festival in Tolouse, France. She was part of the 3rd Auckland Programme for Space Systems mission - a cubesat design project competition slated to go up in space via Rocket Lab's electron rocket. Mahima has gi...2020-09-2145 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Space Defence for Peace, Security, and Developing Cutting Edge Technology: An Interview with Julia RothmanAn interview with Julia Rothman, a kiwi with two decades of experience designing and launching space systems for the US Government. She worked as the Missile Defence Agency’s first Space Flight Test Engineer. She helped fund the development of new weather models and an Antarctic receiver site doubling the advance warning time for Category 5 hurricanes after Hurricane Katrina. Julia has spent the last 5 years designing a system tracking space debris. She has degrees in Physics, Engieering and Business Administration. In this interview, we are going to talk about Julia’s career from NZ to the US then b...2020-08-2446 min
SpaceBase PodcastTo the Stars Through Algorithms: Using AI and Machine Learning to Solve Grand Challenges in Space - An Interview with James ParrAn interview with James Parr, Founder and CEO of Trillium Technologies – specializing in the application of merging technologies to grand challenges. He is the Director of NASA’s Frontier Development Lab, an AI research accelerator based in Silicon Valley and FDL Europe in partnership with ESA. He also co founded Open Space Agency – dedicated to the democratisation of space exploration through citizen science and open hardware.James is also pioneering a new Data Quest accelerator program in Australia and New Zealand focused on mitigating bushfire challenges in the region using AI, machine learning and space technologies. The new week...2020-07-2749 min
SpaceBase PodcastIt's not Rocket Science, and the Art of Commercialising the Stratosphere: An Interview with Philipp SueltropAn interview with Philipp Sueltrop ,the Chief Technology officer for Kea Aerospace- a company working on a range of aerospace projects including a design of a high altitude pseudo satellite in partnership with the University of Canterbury. Philipp has a BS in Mechanical Engineering, a Masters in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering, and a Ph.D. on Rocket flight mechanics and control from the University of Canterbury.In this interview, we are going to talk about Philipp’s journey to New Zealand in search of the perfect space R&D environment, his work on rockets and...2020-07-0636 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace Educational Opportunities in New Zealand: An Interview with Jim HefkeyAn interview with Jim Hefkey, the director of the Auckland Programme for Space Systems – an undergraduate program that challenges students to solve problems using satellites. He currently holds the position of Professional Teaching Fellow at the University of Auckland and has been part of a team working with University and Government to establish the Space Systems Institute for NZ. He also lectures in Engineering Systems, Technology Management and Engineering Management. He is the POC for UNISEC in NZ, a global space organization created to build a world where space science and technology is used by individuals and institutions in eve...2020-06-1535 min
SpaceBase PodcastAstronaut Selection, Extreme Environments, Mars Analogs, and Life's Curve Balls: An Interview with Sian ProctorAn interview with Dr. Sian Proctor, CEO of Flight Ready systems. Sian is a geoscientist, STEM communicator, and analog astronaut, who gets to travel and participate in unique learning experiences around the world. She was a PolarTREC teacher in Alaska, an astronomy educator ambassador to Chile, and a NOAA Teacher at Sea in Alaska. She has participated in the HI-SEAS program, a NASA funded analog habitat for living on Mars in Hawaii. Sian has a B.S. in Environmental Science, an M.S. in Geology and a PHd in Curriculum and Instruction on Science Education. She is a g...2020-06-0251 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Inspiration, Astrobiology, and the Origins of Life in the Universe: An Interview with Haritina MogosanuAn interview with Haritina Mogosanu, Executive Director of the New Zealand Astrobiology Network and a research scientist for the Blue Marble Space Institute of Science. She is the Senior Science Communicator at Space Place at Carter Observatory and is also a founding board member of Kiwispace and New Zealand Mars Society. Haritina was educated in Romania, in horticultural engineering and has Master degrees in Environmental Management and International Security in Intelligence. She was nominated for the Wellingtonian of the year award in 2015, and awarded the International Year of Astronomy 2009 certificate of appreciation. She holds the honour of h...2020-05-1834 min
SpaceBase PodcastOn Passion, Grit, and Space Biology as a Pathway to Interplanetary Sustainability: An Interview with Sarah KessansAn interview with Dr. Sarah Kessans, a US-born New Zealand scientist and biochemist, a multi-national champion in rowing and was in the top 50 applicants—out of over 18,000—in the NASA's 2017 Astronaut Candidate Selection.She’s earned degrees in plant and molecular biologies, worked on a plant-based HIV vaccine, and is now working at the cutting edge of synthetic biology solutions to combat climate change, facilitate space settlements, and advance innovations in medicine and agriculture. Most recently, she got a $500,000 Catalyst grant from MBIE to support her proposal to develop nanosatellites for protein crystallisation over the next three years.2020-05-0139 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpaceplanes, Green Propulsion, and Changing the World: An Interview with Stefan Powell of Dawn AerospaceAn interview with Stefan Powell, Chief Technology Officer of Dawn Aerospace. Stefan earned degrees in aerospace, astronautical and space systems engineering at Delft University in the Netherlands. He has worked for space companies like Hyperion Technologies and was on the Rocket Lab team testing the first firings of the electron rocket. Today he works at Dawn aerospace looking to be the first company to launch a space plane twice within a day and developing green propulsion for rockets and spacecraft. In this interview, Stefan talks about founding Dawn Aerospace and how it is literally at the d...2020-04-1342 min
SpaceBase PodcastLeveraging Disruptive Technologies and Kiwi Ingenuity for Space Exploration: An Interview with Glen WilloughbyAn interview with Glen WIlloughby, Chief Digital Information Officer for Nilo Consulting and Director for ISB. He is currently an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow (Faculty of Health) at Victoria University of Wellington and Advising Fellow (IT Digital) at NASA Jet Population Laboratory.Glen has over twenty-five years’ experience in the digital technology and management consulting field, spanning health, engineering, manufacturing, tertiary education, and finance/consulting sectors across New Zealand, Australia and US. In 2018 he was ranked in the top ten digital innovation CIOs in New Zealand by CIO publication Top 100 and is a regular international keyn...2020-03-2937 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace Science, Doomsday Asteroids, and Monitoring Planet Earth: An Interview with Duncan SteelAn interview with Dr. Duncan Steel, space scientist, astronomer, and world reknown author. Over the past thirty years Duncan has worked on space projects in the US, UK, Australia, Sweden, Canada and NZ. His research has focussed largely on asteroids, comets and meteors, but he has also been involved in planning missions to Mars and the search for life elsewhere. Additionally he is an expert on the history and astronomical basis of calendars. Duncan is the author of four books, over 140 research papers, and more than a thousand articles in newspapers and magazines published around the globe. He...2020-03-0347 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace Policy, Law, and Opening up the Space Frontier: An Interview with Dr. Maria PozzaAn interview with Dr. Maria Pozza, Founder and Director of Gravity Lawyers. Maria is New Zealand's first space lawyer specialising in international space law. She has a PhD in international law and policy in outer space, and a Masters in International Studies with distinction. In 2013 Maria secured a visiting fellowship at the Lauterpacht Centre for International Law at the University of Cambridge. She was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in 2014. She has also worked for notable companies such as Govett & Quilliam, TSB Bank and Flick Energy Co.In this interview, she talks about her journey as a s...2020-02-1335 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Solar Cells to Extraterrestrial Power from the Moon, and Beyond: An Interview with Peter TothAn interview with Peter Toth, CEO of Extraterrestrial Power. Originally from Hungary, Peter has a Masters in Computer Science from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics. He has worked on embedded devices such as marine VHF, digital satellite news gathering units for Ericsson, and cupboard size computers for Endace.Later, he branched out to producing silicon solar cells in the lab, and developed his passion towards green technologies - solar, wind and electric vehicles. This became the inspiration for making solar cells out of Moon soil which lead to Extraterrestrial Power. In this interview, he talks...2020-01-2727 min
SpaceBase PodcastLearning by Doing - Building the Aerospace Industry in NZ: An Interview with Alex FlemingAn interview with Alex Fleming, Co-founder and CTO of iMetalX Group and an Edmund Hillary Fellow. He’s worked for companies like Lockheed Martin and General Electric, was a researcher for NASA, and served as CTO for companies such as Dehlsen Associates and SkyBase here in New Zealand. He graduated with a Bachelors of Aerospace from Georgia Institute of Technology and Carnegie Mellon with an MBA sponsored by Lockheed Martin.This interview focuses on Alex's long history of building aircraft, jet engines and robotic vehicles, a passion born since childhood through learning by experience. He talks about his l...2020-01-0928 min
SpaceBase PodcastMusic and Science, and the Spaces in Between: An Interview with Kelly SnookAn interview with Kelly Snook, Professor of Media Arts Technology at the University of Brighton in the U.K. with a background in aerospace engineering, music production, audio engineering, and data sonification research. She holds a PhD in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University and studied at the International Space University were we both met a long time ago. She spent two decades as a NASA Research Scientist, with a focus on Mars and the moon, before turning her attention to music full-time. She is now also an Edmund Hillary Fellowship Fellow.The interview focuses on her mu...2019-12-2041 min
SpaceBase PodcastSpace Stations, Asteroids, and SpaceBases: An Interview with Eric DahlstromAn interview with Eric Dahlstrom, Co-Founder of SpaceBase and International Space Consultants. He worked as a Lockheed Martin contractor for NASA on the design of the International Space Station and on the lessons from the Shuttle Challenger accident. He has worked, consulted and mentored numerous space startup companies around the world including TGV, Space Adventures, Moon Express, Made in Space, Hypercubes, and Ceres Robotics. He is an alumni and on the faculty of the International Space University and has taught in 12 countries. He is a mentor for the NASA Frontier Development Lab.For more info on Er...2019-12-0445 min
SpaceBase PodcastFrom Mars Rovers to Robotic Missions to the Moon: An Interview with Michael SimsAn interview with Michael Sims, Founder of Ceres Robotics based in Mt. View California. He has worked for NASA JPL for over 20+ years on AI and robotics for planetary rover missions including the Mars Parthfinder and Exploration Rovers to the red planet. MIchael talks about his career path from NASA specialits to space entrepreneur and working to provide robotic services for the next generation of Moon missions within the next 5 years.For more info on Michael:https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsims/ceresrobotics.comHostd by: Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-Founder, SpaceBaseMu...2019-11-2852 min
SpaceBase PodcastA Glipse in the Life of a Citizen Scientist Astronaut: An Interview with Shawna PandyaAn interview with Shawna Pandya, Physician, Speaker, Citizen-Scientist Astronaut and Aquanaut, Martial Artist. Shawna talks about her experience as a student at the International Space University, her work at Project Possum, and inspriing insights on life balance, hard work, and how she stays focus on her passion to one day becoming an astronaut.For more info on Shawna:shawnapandya.com/Hostd by: Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-Founder, SpaceBaseMusic: reCreation by airtone (c) copyright 2019 Licensed under a Creative Commons (3.0)If you like our work, please consider donating to our PledgeMe Campaign running until De...2019-11-2140 min
SpaceBase PodcastOf Rockets and the Current Space Market: An Interview with Ken DavidianAn interview with Ken Davidian, Director of Research for the US Federal Aviation Administration’s Office of Commercial Space Transportation. He is also the Program Manager for FAA’s Center of Excellence for Commercial Space Transportation. Ken talks about his career from rocket engineer at NASA to the state of the global space market today and how you can build a career beyond rockets and launchers.For more info on Ken:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdavidianHostd by: Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-Founder, SpaceBaseMusic: reCreation by airtone (c) copyright 2019 Licensed under a Creative Commo...2019-11-1338 min
SpaceBase PodcastDemocratize Space From New Zealand: An Interview with Andrew HoppinAn interview with Andrew Hoppin, space investor and entrepreneur, and currently CEO of CoverUs. Andrew talks about his experience, background and insights on the emerging new space industry, and what anyone in New Zealand can do to participate.For more info on Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahoppin/Hostd by: Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Co-Founder, SpaceBaseMusic: reCreation by airtone (c) copyright 2019 Licensed under a Creative Commons (3.0) If you like our work, please consider donating to our PledgeMe Campaign running until Dec 5th. Support the show2019-11-0618 min
Learning With LowellSpaceBase, Democratizing Space, Building Space entrepreneurship in New Zealand with Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom -93"The best way to predict the future is to create it" Abraham Lincoln, Peter Drucker, and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom2019-06-1150 minVenture capital – Learning with LowellSpaceBase, Democratizing Space, Building Space entrepreneurship in New Zealand with Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom -93"The best way to predict the future is to create it" Abraham Lincoln, Peter Drucker, and Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom
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SeedsMiranda Satterthwaite on Space, colonising Mars and promoting STEM for the next generationMiranda is the STEM Coordinator at the Ara Institute of Canterbury. In this conversation we talk about Miranda's background including her early years in the ski industry, involvement in space camps for youth, visiting NASA, the mission of Spacebase, the colonisation of Mars and the promotion of STEM for the next generation. http://www.ara.ac.nz/ https://spacebase.co/ Earlier interview with Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom on Space http://seeds.libsyn.com/emeline-patt-dahlstrom-on-space 2018-05-2846 min
Access Granted NZWellington Techweek 2018 Event OrganisersALL Wellington events: https://techweek.co.nz/whats-on/filter/?Location=3At a WREDA organised event we stick our microphone under a number of Wellington event organisers and ask them, "What is your event, where / when and why should people come along?", enjoy the answers from:- Emeline Paat-Dahlstrom, Edmund Hillary Fellowship / SpacebaseNZ Space Challenge Regional Showcase - Monday 21st 5:30pm - 7:30pm / BizDojo, 115 Tory St- Amber Joseph, New Zealand Students' Space AssociationStudents in Space Conference - Monday 21st 5:30pm - 9pm / Rutherford House - Lecture Theatre 2, Vic Uni, 33 Bunny Street2018-05-0122 min
SeedsEmeline Paat-Dahlstrom on SpaceGrowing up in the Philippines with dreams of Space and interplanetary travel, how a scholarship to the International Space University in France has led to a unique career as an international space consultant, co-authoring "Realizing Tomorrow: The Path to Private Spaceflight", working as Chief Impact Officer at Singularity University and the study of how to leverage exponential technologies for global impact, becoming one of the first recipients of the Edmund Hillary Fellowship and how that has enabled the newly created SpaceBase team to start leading the push for the democratisation of access to Space, from New Zealand. ...2017-12-1142 min