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The Unknown Quantity

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About the 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.

Newest episodes

The Unknown Quantity LIVE | News Special | November 9, 2026

1 hr 5 min

The journey to the stars will require more than better propulsion. It will require new materials capable of surviving the extreme conditions of space.Join us Monday, November 2, at 8 PM Eastern, as Dr. Joseph Meany, materials scientist and President of the Interstellar Research Group, joins The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll explore graphene, advanced materials, protecting space infrastructure from radiation and high velocity impacts, and the scientific and engineering challenges of interstellar travel.From today's research to tomorrow's space infrastructure, we'll examine what it takes to turn ambitious ideas into practical technologies.Join us LIVE and bring your questions!

The Unknown Quantity LIVE | News Special | November 2, 2026

1 hr 2 min

The journey to the stars will require more than better propulsion. It will require new materials capable of surviving the extreme conditions of space.Join us Monday, November 2, at 8 PM Eastern, as Dr. Joseph Meany, materials scientist and President of the Interstellar Research Group, joins The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll explore graphene, advanced materials, protecting space infrastructure from radiation and high velocity impacts, and the scientific and engineering challenges of interstellar travel.From today's research to tomorrow's space infrastructure, we'll examine what it takes to turn ambitious ideas into practical technologies.Join us LIVE and bring your questions

The Unknown Quantity LIVE – Camisha Simmons – October 29, 2026

1 hr 1 min

Who owns what in space, and are current laws ready for a commercial space economy?Join us Thursday, October 29, at 8 PM Eastern, as attorney Camisha L. Simmons returns to The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll discuss space property rights, Lunar resource development, and the U.S. and international laws shaping investment and business beyond Earth.Can today's legal frameworks support tomorrow's space economy?Join us LIVE and bring your questions!

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All episodes

The Unknown Quantity LIVE | News Special | November 9, 2026

1 hr 5 min

The journey to the stars will require more than better propulsion. It will require new materials capable of surviving the extreme conditions of space.Join us Monday, November 2, at 8 PM Eastern, as Dr. Joseph Meany, materials scientist and President of the Interstellar Research Group, joins The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll explore graphene, advanced materials, protecting space infrastructure from radiation and high velocity impacts, and the scientific and engineering challenges of interstellar travel.From today's research to tomorrow's space infrastructure, we'll examine what it takes to turn ambitious ideas into practical technologies.Join us LIVE and bring your questions!

The Unknown Quantity LIVE | News Special | November 2, 2026

1 hr 2 min

The journey to the stars will require more than better propulsion. It will require new materials capable of surviving the extreme conditions of space.Join us Monday, November 2, at 8 PM Eastern, as Dr. Joseph Meany, materials scientist and President of the Interstellar Research Group, joins The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll explore graphene, advanced materials, protecting space infrastructure from radiation and high velocity impacts, and the scientific and engineering challenges of interstellar travel.From today's research to tomorrow's space infrastructure, we'll examine what it takes to turn ambitious ideas into practical technologies.Join us LIVE and bring your questions

The Unknown Quantity LIVE – Camisha Simmons – October 29, 2026

1 hr 1 min

Who owns what in space, and are current laws ready for a commercial space economy?Join us Thursday, October 29, at 8 PM Eastern, as attorney Camisha L. Simmons returns to The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll discuss space property rights, Lunar resource development, and the U.S. and international laws shaping investment and business beyond Earth.Can today's legal frameworks support tomorrow's space economy?Join us LIVE and bring your questions!

The Unknown Quantity LIVE – Chip Joyce – October 26, 2026

1 hr 3 min

The commercial space industry is full of ambitious ideas, but turning those ideas into sustainable businesses requires more than technology and investment. It requires understanding the economics, infrastructure, and practical challenges of building an industry beyond Earth.Join us Monday, October 26, at 8 PM Eastern, as we welcome Chip Joyce to The Unknown Quantity LIVE.We'll discuss the current state of commercial space, the challenges facing companies trying to turn emerging capabilities into viable businesses, and what it will take to move from ambitious concepts to sustainable commercial operations.Expect a candid conversation about the opportunities, obstacles, and economic realities shaping the future of the space economy.Join us LIVE and bring your questions!

The Unknown Quantity LIVE – Shubber Ali – October 22, 2026

1 hr 2 min

Space exploration has never suffered from a shortage of ambitious visions. But turning those visions into sustainable commercial enterprises requires more than enthusiasm. It requires confronting the technical, economic, and institutional realities of building a space economy.Join us Thursday, October 22, as we welcome **Shubber Ali**, one of the original Space Cynics, to *The Unknown Quantity LIVE*.We'll explore the evolution of the commercial space industry, examine how its promises have measured up against reality, and discuss what it will take to turn today's ambitions into tomorrow's viable markets.Expect a candid conversation that challenges assumptions, questions conventional wisdom, and examines the opportunities and obstacles shaping the future of commercial space.

The Unknown Quantity LIVE - Chris Catalano - October 19, 2026

1 hr 1 min

Building a permanent presence on the Moon and Mars will require more than rockets and spacecraft. It will require the technology and infrastructure to develop and operate on extraterrestrial surfaces.Join us as we welcome *Christopher (Chris) Catalano of Dunamis A-T-G* to explore the challenges and opportunities of lunar and Martian surface and subsurface development, and the technologies that could help make sustained operations possible.

The Unknown Quantity – Downmass Special – October 15, 2026

1 hr 35 min

*The Unknown Quantity Special: DOWNMASS*October 15, 2026 | 8 PM ET | LIVE | 90 MinutesGetting to space is only half the equation. Bringing value back to Earth could transform the space economy.Join Andrew Parlock, Professor Greg Autry, Joe Latrell, Aaron Oesterle, and Sean Key as we explore the technology, economics, and investment opportunities of downmass.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson, co-hosted by Michael Laine, and produced by Better Futures.Live on LinkedIn and YouTube.

The Unknown Quantity – Andrew Parlock - October 12 ,2026

1 hr 5 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Paul Cheng - October 5 ,2026

1 hr 0 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Dr. Doug Plata - October 1, 2026

1 hr 1 min

We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – “News Special: Starship 14 orbits- September 28, 2026

1 hr 2 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

Skip navigation Search Create Avatar image The Unknown Quantity – Speical - September 21, 2026

1 hr 1 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity. . ;'

The Unknown Quantity – Fabrizio Boer- September 17, 2026

1 hr 0 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.4

The Unknown Quantity – Joaquin Gallardo- September 14, 2026

1 hr 1 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Abdoulaye Barry - September 3, 2026

1 hr 1 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Troy M. Morris - August 27, 2026

1 hr 1 min

*The Unknown Quantity* is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, *What is happening right now?* For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Michelle Hanlon - August 27, 2026

1 hr 1 min

The Unknown Quantity is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, What is happening right now? For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity

The Unknown Quantity – Janet Ivey-Duensing- August 24, 2026

1 hr 2 min

*The Unknown Quantity* is where money and space meet, and where the people shaping the commercial space industry become a little less unknown.We start by asking, *What is happening right now?* For the first 25 minutes, we break down the news, investment, technology, policy, and sometimes the hype. We debate, disagree, speculate, joke, and occasionally work through ideas in real time.Then we bring in the Unknown Quantity, the founders, investors, policymakers, and technologists making the industry happen.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson of the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, cohosted by Michael Laine of LiftPort Group, and produced by Better Futures Inc.Come for what is happening. Stay for who is making it happen, and have some fun learning about the Unknown Quantity.

The Unknown Quantity – Tom Marrotta- August 20, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.Ask

The Unknown Quantity – Joe Latrell- August 17, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.Ask

The Unknown Quantity – News Special- August 13, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity –Joshua Ahmed - August 10, 2026

1 hr 4 min

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.

Open Invitation: LiftPort Stakeholders and Fans Aug 5, 2026

2 hr 0 min

Join the LiftPort community for an open discussion about the future of the Lunar Space Elevator Infrastructure (LSEI). LiftPort's mission is to develop a reusable transportation network connecting the Lunar surface with the Earth, Moon Lagrange One region, helping create the foundation for a sustainable cisLunar economy. Whether you are a shareholder, investor, engineer, entrepreneur, student, or space enthusiast, you are invited to join the conversation.

Skip navigation Search Create Avatar image The Unknown Quantity – Yuk Chi Chan- August 3, 2026

1 hr 3 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Ivan Turchak- July 27, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Michael Kamp- July 23, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – News Special- July 30, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Ivan Turchak- July 27, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Michael Kamp- July 23, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Dan Garretson PhD - July 20, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – News Special - July 16, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity –Kristin Savage- July 13, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity –Solange Massa- July 9, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.Ask

The Unknown Quantity –Mordy Friedman- July 2, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Dallas Bienhoff- June 25, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity –Ivan Turchak- June 29, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Ron Wiener- June 22, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – News Special- June 18, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Christian Thompson - June 15, 2026

1 hr 0 min

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.https://www.linkedin.com/in/christian...

The Unknown Quantity – ISDC(LIve) - June 4, 2026

2 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – ISDC preview - June 1, 2026

1 hr 3 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity – Dr. A.J. Kothari— May 28, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eSxtK6MLEcI

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Paul S Mamakos - May 21, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Ron Wiener - May 18, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Michael Laine- May 14, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Calvin England- May 11, 2026

1 hr 2 min

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.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXHlS3ZL9KQ

1 hr 0 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Kaden Meek- May 4, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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.

The Unknown Quantity- Dan Faber- April 30, 2026

1 hr 1 min

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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