The Unknown Quantity
The Unknown Quantity
Podcast Description
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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This podcast focuses on the ~$600B global space economy, particularly the CisLunar Econosphere, with episodes covering topics such as investment trends, infrastructure advancements, and emerging technologies in space. Examples include discussions about containerization in space and features on notable figures like Dr. Doug Plata and Dr. Jason Held, highlighting their contributions to the evolving landscape.

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.
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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