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154 - They Ran Into Us (with Matt Desch, CEO of Iridium)

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Exploring the Legacy and Future of Iridium Satellites

This chapter delves into the history and transformation of Iridium satellites, discussing their unique position in the realm of space technology and contrasting them with SpaceX's Starlink. The speakers share personal anecdotes related to observing Iridium flares, reflect on the management of space debris, and explore the experience of viewing satellites from space.

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