The Unknown Quantity
12 episodes Last Updated: Apr 22, 25
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.
Episodes
Apr 22, 2025
The Unknown Quantity- Walt Anderson- 04.21.2025
12345678901234567890123456789 watching now Streamed live 74 minutes ago #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy2 waiting Scheduled for Apr 17, 2025 #Innovation #Podcast #SpaceEconomy🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity — the podcast decoding the ~$600B CisLunar space economy!🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders & frontier builders.🌌 Don’t miss this week’s must-listen episode featuring Walt Anderson founder of Avealto.🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu...👉 Like, share & spread the signal — the future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation
Apr 18, 2025
The Unknown Quantity- Igor Bobek - 04.17.2025
🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity — the podcast decoding the ~$600B CisLunar space economy!🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders & frontier builders.🌌 Don’t miss this week’s must-listen episode featuring Igor Bobek founder of Avia Space.🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu...👉 Like, share & spread the signal — the future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation;'p[;;;ws
🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity — the podcast decoding the ~$600B CisLunar space economy!🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders & frontier builders.🌌 Don’t miss this week’s must-listen episode featuring Christopher Le and Andrew Woodfield of Actuate Ventures.🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu...👉 Like, share & spread the signal — the future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation
🚀 Tune in to The Unknown Quantity — the podcast decoding the ~$600B CisLunar space economy!🎙️ Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we bring:✨ Space news🔍 In-depth discussions👨🚀 Expert interviews with funders, founders & frontier builders.🌌 New episodes air twice a week — and this one’s a must-listen! Special guests Dr. Doug Plata of The Space Development Network share insights you won’t want to miss.🎧 Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/2iU1MSu...👉 Like, share & spread the signal — the future is closer than you think.#SpaceEconomy #CisLunarEconosphere #SpaceFinance #TheUnknownQuantity #Podcast #Innovation
The Unknown Quantity is a leading podcast covering the ~$600B global space economy**—our **CisLunar Econosphere**. Each episode features **breaking space news, deep-dive discussions, and expert interviews with funders, founders, and builders shaping the future.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance**, the show connects **space commerce, finance, and innovation to real-world impact. From **infrastructure advancements to investment trends**, we keep viewers and listeners **informed and engaged**.Join us as we decode the unknown and transform speculation into knowledge**—now **airing twice a week!This episode's special guest is a Serial entrepreneur, angel investor, innovation expert, lifelong learner and CX passionate in the fields of Aerospace & Defence: Manual Antonio Cuba
🚀 The Unknown Quantity: March 13, 2025🔹 News Recap – Stay up to date with the most impactful developments shaping the future of space commerce.🔹 Containerization in Space – Explore how modular systems are transforming efficiency, scalability, and sustainability beyond Earth.🔹 Exclusive Interview – We sit down with Kuang-Han Ke Chairman of Gran Systems. Where we will talk about the niche their business fills and some of the challenges they face in this market. 💡 Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable perspectives, stay ahead of industry trends, and connect with the pioneers shaping the space economy.📅 Tune in and be part of the conversation! 🚀✨Transcript
*The Unknown Quantity* is a leading podcast coveringthe *~$600B global space economy**—our **CisLunar Econosphere**. Eachepisode features **breaking space news, deep-dive discussions, and expertinterviews* with funders, founders, and builders shaping the future. Hostedby *Thomas Andrew Olson* and *sponsored by the Center for SpaceCommerce and Finance**, the show connects **space commerce, finance, andinnovation* to real-world impact. From **infrastructure advancements toinvestment trends**, we keep viewers and listeners **informed and engaged**.Join us as we *decode the unknown and transform speculation intoknowledge**—now **airing twice a week!* This episode's special guest isDr. Daniel Tompkins founder of Carbon Gardens and Owner of GrowMars
The Unknown Quantity is a leading podcast covering the ~$600B global space economy—our CisLunar Econosphere. Each episode features breaking space news, deep-dive discussions, and expert interviews with funders, founders, and builders shaping the future.Hosted by Thomas Andrew Olson and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, the show connects space commerce, finance, and innovation to real-world impact. From infrastructure advancements to investment trends, we keep viewers and listeners informed and engaged.This episode's special guest, Sean Mahoney.Join us as we decode the unknown and transform speculation into knowledge—now airing twice a week!
🚀 The Unknown Quantity: Exploring the $600B Space EconomyStay ahead with breaking space news, expert interviews, and deep dives into the CisLunar Econosphere—where finance, innovation, and space commerce converge.🎙 March 20, 2025, Guest: Dr. Jason Held, CEO of Saber AstronauticsHosted by Thomas Andrew Olson & Michael Laine and sponsored by the Center for Space Commerce and Finance, we connect investment trends, infrastructure advancements, and industry insights to real-world impact.💡 Support the Future! Help fund this podcast and the CSCF Microgrant Program, empowering space startups to launch from garages to global influence. Support CSCF🚀 Tune in twice a week as we decode the unknown!
🚀 The Unknown Quantity: Special Episode with Rod Pyle🔹 News Recap – Key updates shaping space commerce.🔹 Containerization in Space – How modular systems enhance efficiency beyond Earth.🔹 Exclusive Interview – With Rod Pyle, award-winning author, space historian, and Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra.About Rod PyleRod Pyle, author of 18 space books and Editor-in-Chief of Ad Astra, is a leading expert in space exploration. His work is featured in NASA/JPL, Popular Science, and Space.com, and his book Space 2.0 is a must-read in the industry.Support Space InnovationThe Center for Space Commerce and Finance (CSCF) is fundraising to fuel early-stage space ventures through initiatives like the Microgrant Competition.🚀 Be part of the future of space commerce!